Dreaming of the Future 1957 - 1961

Anatoli Kaplan’s *Dreaming of the Future* (1957-1961) is a black and white lithograph that portrays a young woman sitting in a room with a table set for two, a lit oil lamp, and a cat. The artist’s detailed cross-hatching technique brings a sense of intimacy and warmth to this simple scene. The piece evokes a mood of anticipation and hope, referencing a moment of quiet contemplation before the future unfolds. Kaplan, a renowned Russian artist, created this work in a realist style, emphasizing the everyday details of life in Soviet society.