Judge — June 24, 1916 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This ink illustration depicts a woman in an elegant gown seated between two tigers in what appears to be a domestic interior. The text "FAINT HEART NEVER" (likely completing the phrase "Faint heart never won fair lady") suggests a humorous commentary on romantic courage. The satire appears to work on multiple levels: the woman is positioned literally *between* dangers (the tigers), implying that romantic success requires bravery despite risks. The domestic setting with household items (a bell, pitcher) contrasts absurdly with the wild animals, heightening the joke. The cartoon likely mocks either overly timid suitors or, conversely, the reckless boldness required to "win" a woman's affection. The artist's signature appears in the lower left. Without additional context about Judge magazine's publication date, the specific satirical target remains somewhat unclear.