Card 16, Vanessa Io, from the Butterflies series (N183) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1888

This chromolithograph, "Card 16, Vanessa Io, from the Butterflies series (N183)," was produced by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1888 as part of a series of butterfly cards. The card depicts a woman with butterfly wings, suggesting a connection between nature and human beauty. The woman is portrayed in a romantic style, with a delicate pose and soft colors, which was common in the late 19th century. The intricate details of the butterfly wings and the woman's clothing are characteristic of the chromolithographic process, which allowed for vibrant colors and fine detail. The card is an example of the popularity of natural history and scientific illustration in Victorian culture.