Reginald Marsh

Irving Place Burlesk
1930, printed 1969

A detailed etching depicting a scene at the theater with an audience in the foreground attentively watching a performance. On the left, a statue-like figure on stage is partially visible behind a curtain, while on the right, spectators in a box appear engaged with the event, some leaning forward for a better view. The artwork captures the ambiance of a bygone era with rich textures and a sense of depth.
A detailed etching depicting a scene at the theater with an audience in the foreground attentively watching a performance. On the left, a statue-like figure on stage is partially visible behind a curtain, while on the right, spectators in a box appear engaged with the event, some leaning forward for a better view. The artwork captures the ambiance of a bygone era with rich textures and a sense of depth.

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Date
1930, printed 1969

Classification
Prints

Medium
Etching

Dimensions
Sheet: 13 × 15 9/16in. (33 × 39.5 cm) Plate: 9 3/4 × 12 13/16in. (24.8 × 32.5 cm)

Accession number
69.97.4

Edition
Proof, Posthumous print | 14 proofs, Ed. 100

Publication
Printed by Andersen-Lamb Photogravure Corporation; published by Whitney Museum of American Art

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; Original plate donated by William Benton

Rights and reproductions
©Estate of Reginald Marsh/Art Students League, New York/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Part of a series:

Thirty Etchings and Engravings

20 works

An etching depicting four female figures in various stages of completion, with the two central figures more detailed and the outer figures appearing as sketches. The figures are dressed in flowing garments, and the style suggests a classical or mythological theme. The artwork is centered on a piece of paper with rough edges, and there is a signature at the bottom left corner.
A black and white etching depicting a dynamic scene with multiple figures that appear to be from classical mythology or an allegorical setting. The figures, both male and female, are shown in various poses, some in motion and others at rest. In the background, there are classical architectural elements and a boat on water. The artwork has a rough, sketch-like quality, and the paper has a torn edge on the bottom, suggesting it may be part of a larger series or a work in progress.
Detailed black and white etching depicting a theatrical scene with a group of well-dressed men in a balcony box, one of whom is reaching out towards a nude female figure standing on the stage. The audience below is shown in silhouette, and the stage is adorned with ornate drapery and classical statues. The artwork is signed by the artist.
A detailed black and white etching depicting a chaotic scene with numerous figures engaged in what appears to be a struggle or battle. The figures are densely packed and show a variety of dynamic poses and expressions, suggesting intense movement and emotion. The artwork is signed and dated in the bottom right corner, and there is a margin around the image where the paper is unmarked.
A black and white etching depicting a chaotic scene with anthropomorphic figures, some with cameras for heads, engaging in various activities such as filming and posing. The setting appears to be a public square with classical architecture in the background. The artwork has a satirical and surreal quality.
A detailed etching depicting a woman in a dress standing on a dock, feeding pigeons with a steamboat and industrial buildings in the background. The artwork is signed and dated 1911.
An etching of a classical figure study showing a muscular male figure carrying a limp body on his shoulders, set within a narrow vertical frame on a larger sheet of paper with rough edges. The male figure is depicted in a dynamic walking pose, with detailed anatomical rendering, and the carried figure appears lifeless or unconscious.
A detailed black and white etching depicting a dynamic scene with several figures, some appearing to be in a struggle or fall, with a background that suggests a web-like structure or netting. The artwork is centered on a white paper with ample borders, and there's a signature at the bottom left corner.
Detailed etching of a lively cabaret scene with multiple figures dancing and playing instruments, featuring dynamic movement and expressive poses, set against an ornate backdrop with intricate patterns.
A detailed black and white etching depicting a dynamic scene of three people riding spirited horses on a carousel. The central figure, a woman, is elegantly dressed and holds the reins with a focused expression, while the figures flanking her appear to be enjoying the ride. The background suggests a bustling fairground atmosphere with hints of other riders and structures, all rendered with fine lines and shading to create a sense of movement and excitement. The artwork is signed by the artist in the lower left corner.

Reginald Marsh
188 works in the collection

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