Human Generated Data

Title

Merganser; verso: Heron

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Jean-Baptiste Oudry, French 1686 - 1755

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Anonymous Gift, 1953.75.71

Human Generated Data

Title

Merganser; verso: Heron

People

Artist: Jean-Baptiste Oudry, French 1686 - 1755

Date

18th century

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Anonymous Gift, 1953.75.71

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-25

Animal 99.9
Art 89.8
Painting 81.4
Drawing 66.4

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-25

painting 99.6
art 99.6
bird 99.5
print 99.3
illustration 99.3
artistic 97.5
ancient 97.2
poultry 97.1
no person 96.4
antique 96.2
sepia pigment 96.2
paper 96.1
chalk out 95.5
lithograph 95.4
retro 94.4
nature 93.9
pigeon 93.9
old 93.8
etching 91.6
manuscript 91.6

Imagga
created on 2020-04-25

drawing 38.6
sketch 37.2
vintage 28.9
ancient 27.7
grunge 27.2
retro 27
old 26.5
art 23.6
paper 22.7
representation 22.6
antique 21.9
texture 20.8
stucco 19.4
binding 17.4
design 16.3
pattern 14.4
decoration 14
letter 13.7
ornament 12.9
stamp 12.9
frame 12.5
flower 12.3
aged 11.8
postage 10.8
mail 10.5
floral 10.2
page 10.2
symbol 10.1
card 9.9
material 9.9
bird 9.9
postmark 9.8
postal 9.8
detail 9.6
brown 9.6
worn 9.5
water 9.3
painting 9.3
wallpaper 9.2
dirty 9
backgrounds 8.9
style 8.9
graphic 8.8
parchment 8.6
post 8.6
animal 8.5
element 8.3
history 8
artistic 7.8
blank 7.7
culture 7.7
aging 7.7
decorative 7.5
backdrop 7.4
rough 7.3
dove 7.2
color 7.2
textured 7
leaf 7

Google
created on 2020-04-25

Bird 85.9
Drawing 82.7
Illustration 78.4
Art 70.9
Goose 66.4
Sketch 60.3
Water bird 60.1
Visual arts 55
Painting 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-25

bird 99
sketch 98.1
drawing 97.9
text 88.5
animal 87.1
painting 86.1
child art 52.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird

Clarifai

Bird

AWS Rekognition

Bird 99.9%

Clarifai

Bird 85.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-25

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-25

a close up of a bird 53%
a bird swimming in water 25.3%
a cat with its mouth open 25.2%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a drawing of a bird with its head down

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a bird with a bird in it's mouth

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-12

This image appears to be a hand-drawn illustration of a bird, possibly done with watercolors or colored inks. The bird is depicted lying down with its body on the ground, wings spread out, and its head turned to face upward toward the viewer. The details of the bird suggest it might be imagined or a traditional representation rather than a scientifically accurate depiction.

The bird's plumage is rendered in several shades of gray, with hints of white and red-orange accents on the wings and feet. Its long neck and head display some intricate feather patterns and a few strands of hair or feathers atop its head, giving it a somewhat whimsical appearance. The beak of the bird is open, and its eye is detailed, conveying a lively expression.

Handwritten annotations can be seen in the image as well. At the top right corner, there is some cursive text, possibly a title or name, followed by a date that looks like "1758". At the bottom of the page, more cursive text, which seems to repeat a part of the text at the top, indicates possibly the name of the bird or the title of the piece.

The paper itself has signs of aging, with discolored edges and spots, contributing to the antique feel of the illustration.

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

The image appears to be an illustration or drawing of a bird resembling a duck or goose. The bird is depicted in a seated or resting position with its body turned slightly to one side. It has muted, natural colors such as shades of gray, white, and a bit of pale orange or pink on its wings and feet. The bird's beak is open, and it has a tuft or crest of feathers atop its head, adding a bit of character to its appearance. The background is plain, with a subtle suggestion of the ground or surface the bird is resting on. There are handwritten notes at the top and bottom of the image, which could be in French, possibly identifying the bird or the artwork itself. One note seems to read "le Batte huppé".

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This appears to be a historical watercolor illustration of a seabird, likely from a naturalist's sketchbook or study. The bird is depicted in a resting position with grayish-white plumage and appears to be some type of gull or similar seabird. The illustration shows careful attention to detail in the rendering of the feathers and the bird's distinctive beak, which is shown slightly open. The drawing has a delicate, loose quality typical of watercolor studies from nature. There appears to be some text or notation at the bottom of the page, though it's not clearly legible in this image. The overall style and presentation suggests this may be from a scientific or naturalist's documentation of bird species.

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

The image appears to be a hand-drawn sketch or illustration of a bird. The bird has a distinctive beak and appears to be in a resting or standing pose. The drawing is done in a simple, sketchy style, using shades of gray to depict the bird's feathers and features. The background is relatively plain, suggesting the focus is solely on the bird itself.

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

This appears to be a historical watercolor illustration of a seabird, likely from a naturalist's study or field guide. The bird is depicted lying down and has predominantly grey and white plumage. It has a distinctive long beak that's slightly open and appears to be calling or vocalizing. The illustration shows careful attention to detail in the rendering of the feathers, particularly in the wing area where there are subtle gradations of grey. There's a slight hint of reddish coloring on what appears to be the bird's feet. The drawing is set against a plain background with just a slight suggestion of ground or surface beneath the bird. At the bottom of the page, there appears to be some text or notation, possibly in French, though it's not clearly legible in this image.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a sketch of a bird, likely a dodo, drawn in pencil and colored with watercolors. The bird is depicted in a side view, facing left, with its beak open as if it is calling or squawking. It has a long neck and legs, and its feathers are colored in shades of gray and white.

The background of the image is a light beige color, with some faint writing visible in the top-right corner. The writing appears to be in French, but it is not legible. At the bottom of the image, there is a signature that reads "le halle huppe," which translates to "the hall huppe" in English.

Overall, the image is a charming and detailed depiction of a bird, likely created by an artist who was fascinated by the natural world. The use of watercolors adds a sense of softness and delicacy to the image, while the pencil lines provide a sense of texture and depth.

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

The image depicts a sketch of a bird, likely a watercolor or ink drawing. The bird is positioned with its head turned to the left and its body facing right, showcasing its long neck and beak. Its plumage features a mix of white, gray, and brown hues, with distinctive red markings on its wings and tail.

In the background, there are some faint handwritten notes in French, including "le batte beque" at the bottom of the page. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may be an illustration from an old book or manuscript, possibly related to ornithology or natural history.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-11

The image is a drawing of a bird, which seems to be a duck, on a piece of paper. The drawing is in black and white, and the paper is folded in the middle. The bird has a long neck and a long beak. The bird's body is covered with feathers, and its wings are spread out. The bird's feet are on the ground. The drawing is labeled "Le battle happi" at the bottom.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-11

The image appears to be an old drawing of a bird, possibly a duck or goose. The drawing is in black and white and has a slightly blurry effect, giving it an antique look. The bird is depicted in a side view, with its head turned upward and its beak open, as if it is about to take flight. The bird's body is covered in feathers, and it has a long neck and a tail. The drawing is accompanied by some text written in French, which translates to "The Bottle Duck." The drawing is placed on a white background, and there is a watermark in the top right corner that reads "170." Overall, the image has a vintage and artistic feel to it.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a watercolor and ink illustration of a bird, likely a duck or goose, in a relaxed pose. It appears to be a vintage or antique piece, possibly a scientific drawing or study.

Bird's Features:

  • Posture: The bird is depicted in a resting or crouching position. Its body is largely horizontal, and the head and neck are outstretched with its beak open.
  • Coloring: The bird's plumage is predominantly grey, with darker shading on the wings and lighter hues on the breast and belly. Hints of orange or reddish-brown are visible on the legs and possibly in the wing feathers.
  • Details: The artist has used fine lines and washes of color to define the feathers and the bird's anatomy. The beak is well-defined, and the legs and feet are accurately drawn.

Background and Context:

  • Medium and Style: The artwork is created with watercolor and ink on paper. The style suggests a naturalistic approach, commonly seen in scientific illustrations.
  • Paper: The paper has a slightly aged appearance, indicating it might be an older piece. The edges appear irregular, which could be due to the paper's age or the way it was originally cut.
  • Text: There is handwritten text at the top and bottom of the illustration, written in cursive handwriting. The text likely indicates the bird's name or a scientific notation.

Overall Composition:

The bird is the central focus of the artwork. The artist has arranged the bird within the frame, and it gives the impression of a study or record of the bird's characteristics. The image creates a feel of realism and scientific accuracy.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows an artistic watercolor illustration of a bird, possibly a duck or related waterfowl, lying down. The illustration is rendered in muted tones of gray, brown, and white, with some subtle touches of red and green.

The bird has a long neck and a head with a slightly open beak. Its neck and head are striped with alternating shades of brown and white. It has a crest of feathers on the back of its head. The body of the bird is predominantly gray, with individual feathers defined with darker gray lines. There are a few red accents on the wing area. The bird's legs are somewhat visible, with a hint of orange color. It seems to be lying on a flat surface indicated by subtle green shading.

The illustration is on a piece of paper that has some visible wear and tear, with the upper left corner slightly torn or worn. There are also some faint handwritten notes above and below the bird, with one line reading "le belle buppié" at the bottom. The paper's aged appearance suggests that the illustration is from an older period, possibly the 18th or 19th century. A number '170' is also inscribed in the top right corner of the page.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image is an illustration of a bird, specifically labeled as "le goëland brun," which translates to "the brown gull" in English. The bird is depicted in a resting position, sitting on a surface that appears to be a patch of ground.

Key details of the illustration include:

  1. Bird's Posture: The bird is sitting with its body low to the ground, with its legs folded underneath it. Its wings are closed and rest along its sides.

  2. Coloration: The bird has a mix of colors. The head and neck appear to be a lighter shade, possibly white or light grey, with some brownish tones. The body feathers are a combination of grey and white, with some darker grey or black feathers on the wings.

  3. Beak and Feet: The bird's beak is open, and it is colored in a reddish-brown hue. The feet are also reddish-brown, with webbed toes typical of gulls.

  4. Background: The background is plain and light-colored, which helps to highlight the bird. There are some handwritten annotations in the upper right corner and at the bottom center of the image.

  5. Artistic Style: The illustration is done in a detailed and realistic manner, likely using watercolors or a similar medium. The feathers and other details are meticulously rendered to give a lifelike appearance.

Overall, the image is a detailed and realistic depiction of a brown gull, showcasing its natural posture and coloration.

Qwen

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

The image is a watercolor painting of a bird, specifically a "batte huppée" as indicated by the handwritten text at the top and bottom of the page. The bird is depicted in profile, lying on its side with its head turned to the side, beak slightly open, and its neck turned upward. The bird has a mottled gray and brown plumage, with a light green and white belly and tail feathers that are a darker gray. The painting style is somewhat loose and sketchy, with visible brushstrokes, and the bird appears to be resting or in a relaxed state. The paper shows signs of age with some discoloration and creases, suggesting it is an older document or a piece of historical art. The text "Le Batte Huppée" is written in cursive, indicating the name of the bird being depicted.

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

This image is a watercolor illustration of a bird, specifically a duck, on a piece of aged, slightly yellowed paper. The duck is depicted in profile, facing to the left, with its wings slightly spread. The bird has a long, narrow beak with a visible nostril, and its eyes are small, with a dark pupil. The feathers are detailed with fine brush strokes, showing a mix of gray, white, and a subtle hint of orange on the wing. The duck's feet are webbed, and the legs are a reddish-brown color. The background is plain, and there is some text in French at the bottom of the image that reads "le balte huppé," which translates to "hooded duck." There are also some numbers and possibly a signature in the upper right corner, but they are not clearly legible. The paper appears to be old, with some creases and stains, suggesting it might be from a vintage book or notebook.

Text analysis

Amazon

bo
bo buns
buns
hes
bte.
l bte. hes
l

Google

78 botle huppie
78
botle
huppie