The Wasp — 1880 — page 330: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features a large central circular illustration titled "Christmas Sketches" showing what appears to be a crowded indoor holiday scene—likely a Victorian-era Christmas celebration or gathering. The illustration depicts multiple figures in period dress in what seems to be a shop or public establishment. Surrounding this main image are smaller vignettes and a poem titled "Pacific Coast Scenery." The layout suggests this is a seasonal/holiday-themed editorial spread combining satirical commentary on contemporary California life with festive imagery. The text includes romantic verse celebrating Western landscape and natural resources, though the specific satirical target remains unclear without additional historical context about 1880s San Francisco politics.