Card 32, Pyrameis Caryae, from the Butterflies series (N183) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1888

"Card 32, Pyrameis Caryae, from the Butterflies series" is a chromolithograph from the late 19th century, produced by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1888. This card from the "Butterflies" series depicts a woman with a butterfly's wings, representing the butterfly species *Pyrameis caryae*, commonly known as the "American Painted Lady". The card combines both scientific illustration and whimsical imagery, highlighting the beauty and intricate details of the butterfly. The use of color lithograph printing allows for a vibrant and detailed portrayal of the butterfly's patterns and the woman's delicate features. These trade cards were often used to promote products, and this particular series likely aimed to educate viewers on different butterfly species.