Life — June 2, 1921 — page 19: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a dramatic illustration by Percy Harlow titled "Betrayed," appearing on page 795 of Life magazine (dated June 2, though the year isn't visible). The image depicts a woodland or pastoral scene with multiple figures near water. A woman in light clothing stands prominently on the right, while another figure sits in the water on the left. Additional figures appear in the darker background among trees. Without additional context from the magazine's text, the specific narrative or satirical point remains unclear. The title "Betrayed" suggests a dramatic story of deception or broken trust, but the exact subject—whether it references a contemporary political event, social scandal, literary work, or moral tale—cannot be determined from the image alone.