Life — November 6, 1913 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Explanation of "Fascination" Page from Life Magazine This is primarily a **car advertisement** for the White Berline automobile, made by the White Company in Cleveland. The ad claims the car possesses "all of the correct and fundamental features of construction, and wealth of appointments" and remains relevant despite competition. The illustration by Otke Cushing depicts mythological figures (Neptune and Amphitrite, labeled in the caption) seemingly enchanted or "fascinated" by the White Berline automobile. The satire suggests the car's appeal is so universal and irresistible that even ancient gods would be captivated by it—a humorous exaggeration meant to convey the vehicle's superior quality and desirability to potential buyers.