The Wasp — 1879 — page 372: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is primarily an **advertising page** from *The Illustrated Wasp* (page 365), featuring various San Francisco businesses and services from the late 19th century. The page includes two illustrated figures: 1. **A woman in classical dress** (left side) - appears to be decorative artwork for the "Opera Road" section advertising spectacles and optical goods at Berteling & Watry. 2. **A man's face labeled "OH! AH! MULLER"** (center) - advertises C. Muller, an optician at 135 Montgomery Street who claims 30 years of experience. The exaggerated facial expression likely emphasizes the dramatic improvement eyeglasses provide. The remaining content consists of restaurant, bakery, orchestra, and optical service advertisements typical of period San Francisco commercial publishing. No clear political satire or social commentary is evident on this page.