The Wasp — 1879 — page 359: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* presents satirical illustrations of a "pet" creature—likely representing a political figure or movement—shown in two states: before and after a constitutional election. The main image depicts a serpent or dragon-like creature labeled "CHRONICIT" coiled around what appears to be a constitutional document. The accompanying smaller illustration (upper right) shows the same creature in a more aggressive or transformed state. The satire appears to critique how a particular political entity or candidate changed after electoral success, suggesting the "pet" became wild or dangerous once constitutional power was secured. The text references "THE PET BEFORE AND AFTER THE CONSTITUTIONAL ELECTION," emphasizing this transformation through election victory. Without dating information visible, the specific election referenced remains unclear.