Foreboding 1936

Bernard Kassoy's 1936 lithograph *Foreboding* depicts a man kneeling and reaching for a gas mask against a backdrop of industrial smoke stacks, a stark visual representation of the anxieties of the era. The artwork, a powerful commentary on the threat of industrial pollution and societal anxieties, uses a strong sense of realism and contrast to convey its message. The man's desperate posture and the looming presence of the gas mask convey a sense of impending danger and vulnerability. The artwork's stark imagery and powerful message resonate with viewers even today, offering a glimpse into the social and environmental anxieties of the 20th century.