Judge — March 13, 1915 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a black and white illustration from Judge magazine showing a formal social scene—apparently an elegant dinner or gathering where well-dressed guests are present. The caption reads "WHAT THEY ALWAYS THINK OF TH[E]" (text cut off). The cartoon appears to satirize the thoughts or prejudices of upper-class society figures toward someone or something, likely a person of lower social status who has entered their refined setting. The contrast between the formally-dressed attendees and the implied judgment in the caption suggests satire about class snobbery or social hypocrisy—how wealthy elites harbor contemptuous thoughts about working-class or "outsider" individuals despite maintaining polite facades. The artistic style and engraving technique are consistent with Judge's early-to-mid 20th century publication period, though the specific date and full caption remain unclear.