The Wasp — 1888 — page 57: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon references Shakespeare's *Macbeth*, comparing President Grover Cleveland to the tragic Scottish tyrant. The composition shows a ghostly, supernatural scene with multiple figures. A bearded man (likely Cleveland) appears in an oval portrait on the right, while another bearded figure gestures dramatically above, holding what appears to be a banner reading "Gen. is Murdered" (text unclear). A third figure lies at the bottom. The satire likely critiques Cleveland's political actions or moral character by invoking Macbeth's themes of ambition, murder, and guilt. The supernatural imagery suggests Cleveland is haunted by his deeds. Without the full caption and publication date, the specific political scandal being referenced remains unclear, though this appears to be harsh criticism of his presidency.