Looking Backward, from Puck n.d.

"Looking Backward" is a satirical cartoon by Joseph Keppler, a renowned American artist and political cartoonist. The cartoon satirizes the American political scene of the late 19th century, and is likely a commentary on the political figures at the time. The artwork depicts a group of men in suits and top hats, with their backs turned to the viewer, as they walk away from a man in a tattered coat. This visual juxtaposition highlights the stark contrast between the wealthy and powerful and those who were struggling. "Looking Backward" is a powerful example of Keppler’s talent for capturing the social and political tensions of his day, using his art as a tool for commentary and critique.