Life — February 10, 1927 — page 22: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a seated gentleman holding a drink, being addressed by a standing man. The title suggests the seated figure believes he resembles Abraham Lincoln. The joke appears to be satirical commentary on vanity—mocking someone's delusional self-perception. A dog sits nearby, possibly adding to the humorous scene. The reference to Lincoln is significant; this likely dates to an era when Lincoln resemblance claims were either common fodder for humor or tied to specific political circumstances. The formal indoor setting and period clothing suggest this targets upper-class pretension. Without the magazine's date visible, the exact political context remains unclear, but the satire clearly ridicules narcissism and unfounded self-comparison to a historical figure.