Judge — January 15, 1916 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This illustration shows a figure in a dark coat and boots standing among stylized foliage. The title references the classic fairy tale character "Puss in Boots," the clever cat who helps his master gain wealth and status through deception. The artwork appears to be a satirical commentary, likely employing the tale as metaphor for some contemporary figure or situation—using cunning and manipulation (like the fairy tale character) to achieve goals. The art style and the figure's sophisticated appearance suggest this may reference a political or social figure of the early 20th century, though the specific target remains unclear without additional context from the Judge magazine's publication date and surrounding articles. The signature "CARL BARKS" or similar appears on the illustration.