The Wasp — 1889 — page 417: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical cartoon from *The Wasp* depicting military or government officials in formal dress uniforms with medals and decorations. The central figure is a portly man in military attire, flanked by other uniformed men. One figure holds what appears to be a sword or ceremonial weapon. The cartoon's satire likely targets pomposity, militarism, or governmental pretension—common themes in 19th-century American satirical magazines. The exaggerated physiques and expressions suggest mockery of the subjects' self-importance or their disconnect from ordinary citizens. Without visible text identifying the specific individuals or dated context, I cannot definitively state which political figures or events this references. The style and composition suggest late 19th-century American political satire, but the exact target remains unclear from the image alone.