Judge — September 9, 1911 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a portrait illustration titled "Pompadour Bob," likely from Judge magazine's satirical section. The image shows a man in formal attire (suit and bow tie) with a distinctive tall, swept-back hairstyle—a pompadour. The exaggerated hair styling is clearly the subject of the satire. "Pompadour Bob" likely refers to a contemporary public figure known for this particular hairdo, though the specific identity is unclear from the image alone. The satire mocks either the man's vanity in maintaining such an elaborate hairstyle or ridicules the fashion trend itself. The formal presentation contrasts humorously with the somewhat absurd grooming choice, making the hairstyle the butt of the joke.