Two Women c. 1940s

"Two Women" is a drawing by American artist Reginald Marsh, dating from the 1940s. Created in pen and ink on paper, the piece showcases Marsh's signature style of capturing the energy and movement of everyday life in New York City. The two women, depicted in mid-stride, are likely drawn from street scenes, reflecting Marsh's fascination with the urban landscape and the people who inhabited it. The gestural lines and dynamic poses convey a sense of spontaneity and realism that characterizes Marsh's work. The drawing's composition, with its focus on the figures and their interaction, highlights Marsh's ability to capture both the beauty and the grit of urban life.