Life — May 26, 1921 — page 18: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be an illustration from Life magazine's "People We Can Get" series (entry XVI). The image shows a well-dressed man in formal attire (tuxedo with bow tie) seated at a desk, looking downward with a somewhat serious or contemplative expression. The caption references "THE 'DARK WOMAN' (WHEN YOU ARE TR[...]" — the text is cut off, making the complete reference unclear. Based on the formal setting and the man's focused demeanor, this likely satirizes a specific social type or romantic/literary archetype popular in early-to-mid 20th century culture. The "dark woman" reference suggests commentary on a mysterious or alluring feminine figure, possibly mocking how certain men are attracted to or preoccupied with this romantic ideal. Without the complete caption, the specific satirical target remains uncertain.