The Wasp — 1896 — page 224: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page shows a satirical illustration of women in military or sporting attire. The figures are drawn in an exaggerated style typical of early 20th-century satirical magazines, with emphasis on their clothing and postures. The cartoon appears to satirize women adopting traditionally masculine dress or roles—possibly military uniforms or athletic wear. The title "Wasp" suggests social commentary on contemporary gender norms. The credit line reads "GIBSON'S PARLORS, A.D. 2000," indicating this is speculative satire about what women might wear in the future year 2000. This reflects anxieties of the era about women's changing social roles and independence. However, without clearer text identifying specific figures or events, I cannot definitively explain the precise political or social reference intended by this particular cartoon.