The Wasp, 1889 · page 273 of 440
The Wasp — 1889 — page 273: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a satirical cartoon from *The Wasp*, an American satirical magazine. The image shows a caricatured figure wearing what appears to be military or official dress, depicted in an exaggerated, somewhat grotesque style typical of political satire. The figure is shown in a compromised or undignified position. Visible text includes "CENTURY" on the figure's clothing and what appears to be reference to "HOLLYWOOD" on a flag or banner in the upper left. Without clearer dating or additional context from the page, I cannot definitively identify the specific political figure being satirized or the exact historical event referenced. The crude caricature style and satirical format suggest criticism of a public figure, likely from the early-to-mid 20th century based on the artistic technique and magazine style.