The Wasp — 1891 — page 494: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon satirizes the aftermath of the 1896 Republican National Convention held in San Francisco. The large wasp represents San Francisco, which appears distressed at the "Republican Convention Vineyard" depicted as a deteriorating structure. The caption reads: "San Francisco—Well, I didn't want that fruit very bad, anyhow!" The imagery suggests sour grapes—San Francisco claiming indifference after the convention didn't meet its expectations. The cartoon likely critiques local disappointment over Republican decisions made at the convention, possibly regarding tariffs, free silver, or other economic policies affecting California wine producers. The small creatures and withering grapes reinforce the theme of failure and bitter disappointment masked by false bravado.