Life — February 28, 1930 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Sinbad: Saturday Interlude This page presents a series of twelve comic vignettes depicting scenes from "Sinbad" — likely referring to the classic Arabian Nights character Sinbad the Sailor. The sketches illustrate various episodes of adventure and misadventure, featuring the protagonist interacting with different characters and situations. The scenes appear humorous rather than serious, showing Sinbad in domestic or comedic circumstances: hiding under blankets, interacting with other figures, bathing, and engaging in slapstick situations. The title "Saturday interlude" suggests this was a light, entertaining comic break from the magazine's usual satirical political content. The artist signature reads "EDMUND" (likely Edmund Duffy or similar). This represents Life magazine's occasional shift toward pure comedy and literary adaptation rather than political commentary.