The Wasp — 1890 — page 307: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This engraving from *The Wasp* depicts an allegorical female figure (representing the United States or Union) with wings, held aloft by two bearded men in military uniforms. Below them are eagles and American flags with "E Pluribus Unum" visible. The cartoon celebrates political or sectional reconciliation—likely post-Civil War reunion between North and South. The winged female figure symbolizes the restored nation being upheld jointly by representatives of formerly opposed regions. The celestial imagery (halos, wings) emphasizes the idealized, almost religious significance placed on national reunification. The title's promise of permanent unity suggests optimism that past divisions have been permanently healed, though *The Wasp's* satirical nature may indicate ironic commentary on whether such unity was genuinely achieved or merely superficial.