The Wasp — 1896 — page 1040: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* (page 31) is not a political cartoon but rather an **architectural/commercial feature** showcasing San Francisco theatres. It displays photographs of four different theater buildings and their entrances: - **Baldwin Theatre** (top left, storefront view) - **California Theatre** (top right, interior stage view) - **Columbia Theatre** (center right, entrance) - **Grand Opera House** (bottom left, storefront) The decorative theatrical masks in the bottom right corner serve as a visual flourish appropriate to the entertainment theme. This appears to be a straightforward documentary piece highlighting San Francisco's theatrical venues and architectural character, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century, rather than satirical content.