The Wasp — 1890 — page 28: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The page consists mainly of text columns with one illustration labeled "Photographia" at the top left. The cartoon appears to show figures in an exaggerated, satirical style typical of the era. The text discusses various San Francisco society figures and cultural critics, including references to Archie Gunter (an author), Sibyil Sanderson (a singer), and others. Much of the commentary critiques journalists, authors, and society personalities for their perceived pretensions or failures. The "Photographia" cartoon itself is difficult to interpret clearly from the image quality, but appears to be social satire about artistic or journalistic pretension—likely mocking the subjects discussed in the accompanying text columns. The overall page exemplifies *The Wasp*'s mission to satirize San Francisco's cultural and social elite.