Born August 9, 1914, in Highland Park, Illinois, Tony Rosenthal is best known for creating a staggering list of monumental public art sculpture in cities around the world. For over seven decades Tony Rosenthal created an arc of sculpture in a variety of sizes, styles and media, including wood, steel, bronze, brass, cement and aluminum.
Every day millions see, enjoy and interact with monumental public art created by Rosenthal in cities across America. In New York City alone, five Rosenthal public art sculptures have been beloved and visible 24/7 for over four decades, yet Rosenthal is not a household name. Art dealer Joseph K. Levene, President, Joseph K. Levene Fine Art, Ltd.told The New York Times, Tony Rosenthal “reminds me of a character actor. You know the face but not the name. With him, you know the art.”
