The Wasp — 1893 — page 140: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents a satirical comic strip mocking the social activities and pretensions of upper-class women's organizations. The title suggests these are "diversions" (pastimes) of an exclusive ladies' club. The sequential panels appear to depict women engaging in various leisure activities—possibly including horseback riding, social gatherings, and outdoor pursuits—rendered in exaggerated, comedic style typical of *The Wasp*'s satirical approach. The humor likely targets the frivolousness of wealthy women's social clubs and their members' perceived disconnection from practical concerns. The caricatured depictions emphasize physical comedy and social stereotypes characteristic of early 20th-century American satirical publications. Without clearer text visibility, specific identifications of individuals or precise social commentary remain unclear.