Reginald Marsh: Capturing Urban Grit and Artistic Vision Reginald Marsh (1898-1954) stands as a pivotal figure in American Social Realism, renowned for his strikingly detailed depictions of New York City during the 1920s and 1930s. More than just documenting scenes of Coney Island beaches or burlesque performances—though these undeniably populate his oeuvre—Marsh’s art embodies a profound engagement with the textures and rhythms of ur…