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

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

Turtle-Pond: Bench #1, 1998

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

Location: North Whidbey Middle School, Oak Harbor

About the Artwork

Artist team Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg and Marvin 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 Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg (1924-2011) and Marvin Rosenberg (1927-2010) 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.
Lilli Ann Killen Rosenberg was a self-taught artist who created playful, colorful mosaic artworks filled with animals and nature. She wanted her art out in public where it would be enjoyed by all types of people. The Rosenbergs moved from New England to Oregon in 1990. They created many mosaic artworks for Boston, New York City, Oregon, and Washington over more than fifty years.