The Wasp — 1879 — page 434: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical cartoon from *The Wasp* magazine (reference number 1177 visible at top). The main image shows a figure in military/formal dress riding a large frog, wielding a sword and shield. The figure is being observed by what appears to be a military or political observer in the foreground. The caption reads "ICKED BY—GREENBACK," suggesting financial corruption or bribery ("greenback" being slang for U.S. currency). The frog-riding figure likely represents a politician or military leader being controlled or ridiculed through monetary influence. The architectural backdrop suggests a government or institutional setting. Without additional context, the specific individuals targeted remain unclear, but the satire criticizes how money influences political or military power.