Agyrtria bartletti (Bartlett's Emerald) 

W. Hart rendered "Agyrtria bartletti (Bartlett's Emerald)" as a lithograph during an era defined by Victorian exploration and scientific classification. Consider the context: as the British Empire expanded, naturalists and artists ventured into exotic locales, documenting their flora and fauna. Hart's meticulous depiction of hummingbirds and flowers reflects this pursuit of knowledge and control over the natural world. Yet, this image speaks beyond mere scientific record. The hummingbird, a symbol of fragility and beauty, is captured with exquisite detail. Note how Hart's artistic eye infuses life into the scene, inviting you to contemplate the delicate balance between nature and human intervention. Hart challenges traditional colonial narratives by highlighting the inherent beauty and value of the natural world, prompting us to reflect on our relationship with the environment.