The Wasp — 1891 — page 275: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical illustration contrasts two scenes: the upper circular vignette shows a bustling harbor filled with commercial activity—ships, cargo, horses, and dock workers—labeled "Safe in Port." The lower scene depicts a lighthouse on a rocky, storm-tossed coast with turbulent waves. The cartoon appears to satirize maritime safety or commerce, using the lighthouse as a symbol of protection or guidance. The contrast between the chaotic, energetic port scene and the isolated, dramatic lighthouse suggests commentary on either shipping industry practices, harbor regulations, or perhaps the government's role in maritime safety. The artist's signature "S. Ainslie" is visible. Without additional context from *The Wasp*, the specific political or commercial targets remain unclear.