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Human Generated Data

Title

The 'Ornithon' or Aviary of Varro

Date

1641

People

Artist: Giacomo Lauro, Italian active Rome, 1584 - 1637

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Max Falk, M24967.124

Human Generated Data

Title

The 'Ornithon' or Aviary of Varro

People

Artist: Giacomo Lauro, Italian active Rome, 1584 - 1637

Date

1641

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Max Falk, M24967.124

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-23

Page 95.3
Text 95.3
Book 93.2
Publication 93.2
Person 88.4
Person 86.5
Person 85.9
Architecture 83.6
Building 83.6
Archaeology 56.9
Art 55.5
Painting 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-02-18

print 97.6
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paper 95.8
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people 92.1
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architecture 90.6
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religion 89.1
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antique 87.9
money 87.7
document 85.8
vintage 85.7
culture 84.5
one 84.4
picture frame 84.2

Imagga
created on 2019-02-18

brass 100
memorial 100
structure 100
old 38.4
vintage 30.6
ancient 29.4
wall 29.1
texture 26.4
antique 26
grunge 23
retro 23
art 22.9
money 21.3
paper 21.2
pattern 19.9
architecture 18
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cash 16.5
design 16.3
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palace 7.7
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church 7.4
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icon 7.1

Google
created on 2019-02-18

Text 85.2
History 74.6
Ancient history 68.1
Architecture 65.5
Art 58.1
Miniature 55.2
Relief 51.9
Illustration 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-02-18

old 45.9
plaque 43.2
needlework 43.2
woodcut 34.6
pattern 21.5
monochrome 15.6
museum 12.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Building
Person 88.4%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 100%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-12

The image appears to be a historical architectural illustration or an ancient blueprint of a grand, classical building complex. The complex features a large, circular colonnade structure with a domed roof at its center, which might represent a temple or amphitheater. This circular building is surrounded by an open courtyard and two rectangular buildings with columned facades. The landscape around the complex includes several trees and what looks like a body of water on either side, with annotations naming these features (Tamaris Flui., Canine Flui.). There are human figures depicted walking in the courtyard area and animals grazing nearby, indicating a serene, park-like environment. Below the illustration, there is a detailed descriptive text in Latin, describing the architectural elements and possibly their historical or functional significance. The text also identifies the central area as "ORNITHON SIVE AVARIUM VARRONIS," suggesting it is an aviary or a birdhouse inspired by the works of Varro. The text further includes complex Roman architectural terms and historical references.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-12

This image appears to be a page from an old book featuring an illustration of a classical architectural structure, reminiscent of designs from ancient Greece or Rome. It is a detailed engraving showing an aerial perspective of a temple complex. Central to the illustration is a large, circular building with a domed roof, surrounded by a columned portico. Attached to this central building are two smaller rectangular buildings, also with columned facades. The complex is situated within a large open square, labeled "Area," which is defined by a low wall and accessed via steps on one side. The structures are labeled as follows: "Tholus" for the circular building, and "Porticus" for the porticos flanking it. Outside the square, there is a depiction of a natural environment with trees and animals, such as deer, grazing in the foreground. There are also small human figures shown in the central square, giving a sense of scale. At the bottom of the page, there is text, possibly in Latin, which describes the buildings and the illustration itself. The page number "126" is visible at the top right-hand corner, suggesting that this is a single page from within a larger work. On the left side of the image, some part of the binding of the book is also visible, indicating that the page is being held open for the photograph.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-12

This is a historical architectural illustration of an "Ornithon" or aviary, which appears to be from an old architectural or natural history text. The image shows a detailed bird's-eye view of a circular domed structure with surrounding gardens and enclosures. The main building has a circular colonnade with a domed center, and there are two rectangular structures in front that appear to be additional bird housing areas labeled as "piscina" (pools or ponds). The layout is symmetrical, with a central pathway leading to the main circular structure. There are small figures shown on the pathway for scale. The surrounding area shows sketched trees and landscape elements. The drawing includes Latin text at the bottom and appears to be an engraving or woodcut, likely from a book or architectural treatise. The design represents a sophisticated Roman-style aviary, combining both practical elements for bird keeping with aesthetic architectural features typical of classical design. This type of structure would have been used to house and display birds in wealthy Roman villas or estates. The level of detail in the illustration suggests it was meant as both an architectural reference and a demonstration of refined garden design principles from the classical period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-12

The image depicts an architectural drawing or engraving of an ornate, circular structure. It appears to be a plan view showing the layout and design of what is labeled as an "Ornithon" or aviary/bird enclosure. The structure has a central circular area surrounded by columns or pillars, with two rectangular sections extending out from opposite sides. These rectangular areas are labeled "Area" and seem to contain stepped platforms or seating, possibly for viewing the birds. Around the exterior of the circular section, there are additional structures that look like small enclosures or compartments, likely for housing different bird species. The entire complex is very symmetrical and detailed in its design. At the bottom, there is explanatory text in Latin providing more context about the Ornithon structure and its purpose, but the full text is cut off in the image provided. The drawing has an aged, antique appearance with some foxing or staining of the paper visible.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-12

This image appears to be an illustration from a historical text or document. It depicts an elaborate, circular architectural structure, likely a temple or palace, surrounded by an ornate garden landscape. The structure has a central dome and is flanked by two smaller domed structures on either side. The scene also includes small human figures in the foreground, as well as various animals and plants in the surrounding landscape. The text accompanying the illustration appears to be in an ancient language, possibly Latin.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

The image depicts a page from an old book, featuring a detailed illustration of the Orphic temple in ancient Greece. The illustration is rendered in black and white, showcasing the temple's architecture and surrounding landscape. **Key Features:** * **Temple:** The central focus of the illustration is the Orphic temple, a circular structure with a dome-shaped roof and columns. The temple is surrounded by a courtyard, which is enclosed by a wall. * **Courtyard:** The courtyard is divided into four sections, each containing a different feature. From left to right, these features include: + A large stone pedestal or altar + A smaller stone pedestal or altar + A statue or sculpture + A fountain or water feature * **Surroundings:** The temple and courtyard are set amidst a lush landscape, complete with trees, hills, and animals. In the background, a forest or wooded area can be seen, adding depth and context to the scene. * **Text:** The page includes text in Latin, which provides additional information about the Orphic temple and its significance. The text is written in a formal, cursive script and is arranged in a decorative border around the edge of the page. **Overall:** The illustration of the Orphic temple is a beautiful and detailed representation of ancient Greek architecture and culture. The use of black and white ink creates a sense of contrast and highlights the intricate details of the temple's design. The inclusion of text in Latin adds an extra layer of depth and context to the image, providing insight into the historical and cultural significance of the Orphic temple.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

This image depicts a page from an antique book, featuring an illustration of a circular structure with a dome and a courtyard. The illustration is rendered in black and white, with a central figure standing in the courtyard. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging, including tears and creases. The text surrounding the illustration appears to be in Latin, adding to the overall sense of antiquity. The image conveys a sense of history and nostalgia, inviting the viewer to explore the story behind this ancient structure.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-12

The image shows a page from an old book with a black and white drawing of a circular building with a dome-shaped roof. The building is surrounded by a wall with a gate and two rectangular structures on either side. The drawing is labeled "Ornithon Sive Aviarium Varrons" and has a description in Latin below it. The page is open, and the edges are slightly curled.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-12

The image depicts an open book with a detailed architectural drawing on its pages. The drawing is a bird's-eye view of a circular structure, possibly a temple or a public building, surrounded by a lush landscape. The circular structure features a central dome and multiple columns, with some inscriptions and labels around the edges. The drawing is accompanied by a Latin caption that provides historical context and descriptions of the building's features. The book's pages are aged and yellowed, indicating its age and historical significance.

Text analysis

Amazon

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