The Wasp — 1888 — page 358: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon appears to show a figure in formal 19th-century dress being physically knocked or thrown backward, with the phrase "REVEALED TOO SOON" appearing at top right. The figure's elaborate clothing—including what appears to be official regalia or medals—and the dramatic pose suggest this depicts someone of political importance experiencing public exposure or embarrassment. The text "REVEALED TOO SOON" suggests the cartoon critiques premature disclosure of something the figure wished to keep hidden, likely a scandal or hypocrisy. Without additional context or visible labels identifying the specific person or incident, I cannot definitively name who is depicted or what particular revelation this references. The *Wasp* magazine's satirical nature indicates this mocked a public figure or political situation of its era.