The Wasp — 1880 — page 184: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is the cover illustration for *The Wasp*, a San Francisco satirical magazine priced at 10 cents. The cartoon depicts a demonic or devilish figure labeled "ISAAC THE INFAMOUS IN THE INFERNAL REGIONS" (referencing "Wasp's Dream"). The image shows a grotesque character in what appears to be an underground chamber with classical arches, confronting smaller demonic or monstrous creatures. The specific political or social target remains unclear without additional context about who "Isaac the Infamous" refers to—likely a contemporary San Francisco or California political figure or business leader whom *The Wasp's* editors wished to ridicule. The infernal/hellish setting is typical satirical imagery suggesting moral condemnation of the subject.