Judge — March 22, 1919 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis This is primarily a **portrait cover, not a political cartoon**. The page features an illustration by James Montgomery Flagg of Edith Hyde, labeled "New York's Most Beautiful Woman." The accompanying text explains this is a color study portrait and notes that Hyde was awarded the "Golden Apple," described as "an exact reproduction" of the famous Judgment of Paris award from classical mythology. The satirical angle appears subtle: by presenting a modern woman with this classical honor, Judge ironically comments on beauty standards and women's social status in 1919. The reference to ancient judgment traditions slightly mocks the notion of objectively ranking female beauty—a recurring Judge magazine theme during this era.