The Wasp — 1894 — page 524: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a social scene titled "After the Fair," showing well-dressed figures in Victorian-era clothing. The caption references "Turks an' furriners on the Island," suggesting ethnic or immigrant commentary typical of The Wasp's satirical approach. The accompanying dialogue—a husband and wife discussing his condition after visiting a country house—appears to be satirizing either tourist behavior or marital dynamics of the era. The husband's ailment and the wife's concerns suggest either health issues or social embarrassment from the fair visit. The specific context is unclear without additional historical information, but the satire likely targets either immigrant groups, social pretension, or contemporary health concerns among San Francisco's middle class during this publication period.