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Human Generated Data

Title

Folio recto: Blank; verso: Bird Confronting an Owl before a Cave

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Jean-Baptiste Oudry, French 1686 - 1755

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Anonymous Gift, 1953.75.8

Human Generated Data

Title

Folio recto: Blank; verso: Bird Confronting an Owl before a Cave

People

Artist: Jean-Baptiste Oudry, French 1686 - 1755

Date

18th century

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Anonymous Gift, 1953.75.8

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Animal 99.7
Art 85.9
Soil 76.9
Painting 64.3
Drawing 59.6
Text 57.1

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

paper 99.1
art 98.8
page 98.6
ancient 98.4
old 98.3
desktop 98.2
manuscript 98.2
retro 97.7
parchment 97.6
antique 97.5
illustration 97.5
vintage 96.8
sepia pigment 96.7
texture 94.6
picture frame 94.5
wear 93.7
print 93
abstract 92.2
design 91.3
blank 91

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

vintage 46.4
old 40.5
grunge 35.8
envelope 33.2
retro 32.8
paper 32.2
texture 29.9
antique 27.9
notebook 27.8
ancient 26.8
stamp 26.2
aged 25.4
letter 22
mail 21.1
postage 18.7
pattern 18.5
art 18.5
design 18.2
postmark 17.8
frame 17.5
dirty 17.2
decoration 16.6
page 15.8
card 15.1
handkerchief 14.8
brown 14.7
wallpaper 13.8
drawing 13.8
postal 13.8
blank 13.7
post 13.4
grungy 13.3
book jacket 13.1
flower 13.1
philately 12.8
floral 12.8
border 12.7
parchment 12.5
worn 12.4
container 12.4
cotton 12.4
canvas 12.3
rough 11.9
piece of cloth 11.8
empty 11.2
paint 10.9
symbol 10.8
material 10.8
text 10.5
fabric 10.4
jacket 10.2
decorative 10
book 9.8
backgrounds 9.7
textured 9.7
stained 9.6
document 9.3
cover 9.3
shabby 8.8
stucco 8.7
pirate 8.7
stain 8.7
aging 8.6
damaged 8.6
binding 8.4
sign 8.3
global 8.2
collection 8.1
sketch 8.1
graphic 8
circa 7.9
color 7.8
faded 7.8
space 7.8
wrapping 7.8
culture 7.7
cardboard 7.7
bookmark 7.6
silhouette 7.5
message 7.3
painting 7.2
history 7.2
creative 7.1
leaf 7

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Drawing 78.1
Paper 69.5
Art 62.5
Sketch 58.5
Painting 58.3
Illustration 57.7
Relief 56.5
Fictional character 52.8
Wing 50.7
Paper product 50.3

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

drawing 98.6
sketch 97.3
bird 95.4
animal 84.9
child art 83.9
text 74.9
painting 63.7
stone 17.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird

Clarifai

Bird

AWS Rekognition

Bird 99.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-24

a close up of a stone wall 38.7%
close up of a stone wall 32.4%
a stone wall 32.3%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a bird is flying over a tree branch

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

a drawing of a bird and a bird on a rock

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-12

This image appears to be a drawing or a watercolor painting that portrays two birds on a rocky cliff. On the left, there is an owl standing with its body facing forward and its head turned to the left, looking directly at the viewer. Its plumage is depicted with careful lines and light brown coloration, and it has large, prominently rendered eyes.

On the right, we see what looks like a larger bird, possibly a bird of prey, in the midst of landing or just taking off from the rock. Its wings are spread, and its feet are positioned as if it were about to grip the stone. This bird has a mottled pattern on its wings with shades of brown, white, and grey, and it shows a distinctive hooked beak, which is common in predatory birds.

The background is only roughly sketched out, with a simple outline of a tree branch arching over the scene and the indication of a horizon line, suggesting an open sky.

The paper on which the drawing is made has a warm, aged tone, with some folding marks and discolorations, implying that the artwork may be quite old. The scene could be part of a study of birds or a naturalist's illustration capturing a moment of interaction or observation in nature. On the periphery, you can also see light pencil markings and numerals, perhaps relating to the page number or cataloging within a collection.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-12

The image is a detailed, hand-drawn and colored illustration featuring two birds perched on a rocky ledge. One bird, which appears to be an owl, sits with its feathers puffed up, facing another bird. The second bird looks like a juvenile raptor or hawk, with wings outstretched as if about to take off or land next to the owl. The background depicts a simple, sketched landscape with a few branches and indistinct trees, giving the scene an outdoor, natural setting. The artwork has a vintage feel, suggesting it might be from an older, perhaps 19th-century book or manuscript.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-12

The image depicts a sketch or drawing of two birds, likely birds of prey, in a mountainous or rocky landscape. One bird is shown with its wings spread, appearing to be in flight, while the other is perched on a rock. The drawing has a vintage, aged appearance, with a sketchy, unfinished quality to the lines and the faded, sepia-toned coloration.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-12

This is a delicate watercolor or ink drawing depicting two birds on what appears to be a rocky outcrop or ledge. One bird appears to be an owl, shown in a seated position with its distinctive round head and facial features. The other bird is shown with outstretched wings, suggesting movement or landing, and has more elongated features. The drawing includes some light foliage or leaves sketched in the upper portion. The artwork has a soft, muted color palette primarily in browns, grays, and yellows, and appears to be on aged or weathered paper with some staining or discoloration around the edges. The style suggests it might be a naturalist's sketch or study from a historical period.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This appears to be a historical watercolor sketch or drawing depicting two birds on what looks like a rocky outcrop or cliff edge. One bird appears to be an owl, shown in a seated position with distinctive ear tufts, while the other bird is shown with spread wings, possibly in a landing or taking off position. The style is somewhat loose and naturalistic, with delicate washes of color in browns and grays. Above the birds, there appears to be some foliage or leaves sketched lightly. The overall composition has a light, airy quality typical of period natural history illustrations, and the paper shows signs of age with some yellowing and possible water staining around the edges.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-12

The image depicts a sketch of two birds on a rock, with one bird in flight and the other perched beside it. The birds are drawn in pencil and colored with watercolors, showcasing their feathers and wings in detail. The bird on the left is sitting calmly, while the bird on the right is mid-flight, its wings spread wide as it takes off from the rock. The background of the image features a tree and some rocks, adding context to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of movement and energy, capturing the dynamic moment when the bird takes flight.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-12

The image depicts a sketch of two birds in a natural setting, with one bird perched on a rock and the other standing on the ground. The sketch is drawn in pencil and colored with watercolors, featuring a light yellow background that resembles aged paper.

Key Features:

  • Birds: Two birds are prominently featured in the sketch. One bird is perched on a rock, while the other stands on the ground.
  • Natural Setting: The sketch includes elements of a natural setting, such as trees and rocks, which provide context for the birds' environment.
  • Artistic Style: The sketch is rendered in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and vibrant colors used to bring the scene to life.
  • Background: The background of the sketch is a light yellow color, which gives the impression of aged paper. This adds a sense of nostalgia and history to the image.

Overall Impression:

The sketch appears to be a study or exercise in capturing the beauty and movement of birds in their natural habitat. The use of watercolors and pencil creates a soft, dreamy quality that invites the viewer to step into the serene world of the sketch.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-10

The image appears to be a sketch or drawing of two birds perched on a rock. The bird on the left is a small, round bird with a large head and a short beak. The bird on the right is a larger bird with a long beak and a long, pointed tail. The drawing is done in a simple, sketchy style with a light color palette. The background is a simple, plain color with no other details.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-10

The image depicts a drawing of two birds in a natural setting. The drawing is done in a simple, yet effective style, capturing the essence of the birds and their environment. The background features a rock formation with a tree in the distance, providing a sense of depth and context to the scene. The birds themselves are the focal point of the drawing, with one bird perched on a rock and the other in flight, showcasing their natural behavior and movement. Overall, the drawing is a beautiful and detailed representation of nature, capturing the beauty and complexity of the natural world in a simple and elegant way.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image appears to be a vintage illustration, possibly a sketch or preliminary drawing. It's rendered on aged paper, contributing to its antique aesthetic. The scene depicts two birds perched on a rock formation.

Composition:

  • The main focus is on the two birds. One is depicted with its wings spread in a dynamic pose, as if about to take flight or landing. The other bird is perched beside it.
  • The setting includes a rock formation, which the birds are perched on, and sketchy indications of a background like an outline of trees and a mountain.

Birds:

  • The birds are drawn in a style that could be classified as classical. Their feathers have been suggested with detailed linework.
  • The bird with spread wings is the dominant one, showing some color variation on its plumage.
  • The perched bird has a more owl-like appearance with the way it’s head and gaze is drawn.

Color and Technique:

  • The artwork incorporates light washes of watercolor, lending a soft, muted color palette.
  • Pencil or charcoal is used for the outlining and initial sketches.
  • The paper itself has noticeable discoloration and wear, a sign of its age.

Style and Context:

  • The illustration has a vintage and possibly scientific/illustrative quality.
  • It could be a study for a larger piece, a scientific illustration, or an artwork with an artistic intent.
  • The style is indicative of an earlier art era.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image is a drawing on aged paper depicting two birds in a landscape setting. The paper has a beige hue and shows signs of wear, including creases, foxing (brown spots), and stains, particularly along the edges and corners.

On the left side, a rough sketch of a rock formation or cliff is visible, with a soft, washed-out coloration. An owl with feathery ear tufts and dark eyes perches on this rock. Its feathers are depicted with light, sketchy lines in shades of brown and beige.

To the right of the owl, another bird stands on a separate, more defined rock. This bird has a more aggressive posture, with its wings partially extended and its beak open. Its feathers are a mix of grey, brown, and beige, and its feet are a vibrant red. The rock beneath it is shaded with yellows and browns, adding depth to the image.

Above the birds, there is an unfinished sketch of a tree or foliage, created with light pencil lines. The background is mostly blank, with faint pencil strokes suggesting a broader landscape.

The drawing has a vintage or antique quality, suggesting it may be from a sketchbook or journal. The overall style is loose and suggestive, capturing the essence of the scene rather than providing a detailed rendering.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is an illustration that appears to be a sketch or watercolor painting. It features two birds perched on a rocky outcrop. The bird on the left is smaller and has a more rounded shape, resembling an owl with its large eyes and plump body. The bird on the right is larger and more dynamic, with its wings spread wide and its beak open, possibly depicting a bird of prey such as an eagle or hawk. The background includes faint outlines of foliage and possibly a tree, giving the scene a natural, outdoor setting. The artwork has a vintage or antique feel, indicated by the aged and slightly yellowed paper. The style suggests it might be from an older period, possibly a natural history illustration or a piece from a historical manuscript.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This image is a watercolor painting featuring two birds perched on a rocky outcrop. The birds are depicted with detailed feathers and naturalistic coloring, suggesting they are either a type of bird of prey or a similar species. The background includes a simple sketch of what appears to be a tree and a rocky cliff, adding to the naturalistic setting of the scene. The paper appears aged with some discoloration and a slightly worn texture, indicating it might be an older piece of artwork. The overall style is reminiscent of a natural history illustration or a botanical drawing.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This image is an old, hand-drawn illustration on what appears to be aged, yellowed paper. It depicts two birds, one standing on the ground and the other in mid-flight, spreading its wings. The birds are detailed with textured feathers, and the one on the ground has a small crest on its head. The background includes a rock formation and a tree branch, both drawn in a sketchy style with light shading. The overall composition gives a sense of a natural scene, possibly for a study of birds. The paper shows signs of wear and tear, with some stains and discoloration, suggesting it is quite old.