The Wasp, 1890 · page 121 of 504
The Wasp — 1890 — page 121: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is a satirical cartoon from *The Wasp*, likely from the late 19th century. The central figure appears to be a well-dressed man surrounded by spiky, hostile creatures or "devils" with exaggerated features. He holds what appears to be a bottle labeled "SOMETHING" (text unclear in OCR). The cartoon likely represents a political or business figure being attacked or beset by critics, rivals, or consequences of his actions—the spiky creatures symbolize hostile forces or opposition. The formal dress and central positioning suggest a person of prominence facing adversity or criticism. Without clearer text identification or additional context about *The Wasp's* publication date, I cannot definitively identify the specific figure or event being satirized. The style and technique are consistent with American political cartooning of the 1880s-1890s.