Artwork copyright Marvin Rosenberg and Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Marvin Rosenberg and Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Turtle-Pond: Bench #1, 1998

Marvin Rosenberg and Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg
Marvin Rosenberg (American, born 1927, died 2010); Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg (American, born 1924, died 2011)

Location: North Whidbey Middle School, Oak Harbor

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist team Marvin Rosenberg and Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg created the mosaic sculpture Turtle-Pond: Bench #1 . It serves as seating and presents a whimsical nature scene. The design features a central turtle figure set atop a pond with images of fish, flowers, leaves, and butterflies. The bench and turtle portion of the sculpture were created in the artists' studio. Students from North Whidbey Middle School helped them complete the pond portion of the mosaic on location at their school.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Oak Harbor School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

The artists Marvin Rosenberg (1927-2010) and Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg (1924-2011) collaborated to create elaborate and integrated ceramic, sculptural mosaics for public spaces. Lilli Ann designed and executed the mosaic pieces, which were engineered and installed by her husband, Marvin.