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Title

The Hippodrome of Aurelius

Date

1641

People

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

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Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Max Falk, M24967.81

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Title

The Hippodrome of Aurelius

People

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

Date

1641

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Max Falk, M24967.81

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Amazon
created on 2023-10-23

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Clarifai
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Imagga
created on 2019-02-18

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Google
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Microsoft
created on 2019-02-18

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Color Analysis

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Amazon

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Clarifai

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AWS Rekognition

Building 99.9%

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Imagga
created on 2019-02-18

paintings art 62.3%
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Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-02-18

a white sign with black text 50.5%
a black sign with white text 48.2%
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Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

the palace of military commander.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a drawing of a cityscapeople of a city

OpenAI GPT

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

The image appears to be an illustration of an ancient Roman hippodrome or circus, notably called the "HIPPODROMUS," with the Latin inscription "Extra Vrbi muros ad Amphitheatrum," indicating it is located outside the city walls near an amphitheater. Another title, "AVRELIANI IMP. Castrensis S. Crucis Hierusalem," is also present, referring to the Emperor Aurelian and a fortification.

The illustration features a large, oval racetrack with an Egyptian obelisk in the center. Chariots drawn by horses are depicted in mid-race, with spectators shown watching from the surrounding structures. Statues and other structural elements such as columns adorn the central divider (spina) of the track.

Around the hippodrome are enclosed seating areas for spectators, including porticoes and entrance gates. The scene is framed by a detailed architectural background with buildings and trees. Below the illustration, there is a descriptive text in Latin, further explaining the scene and providing historical context, likely elaborating on the function and significance of the hippodrome in Roman times.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-12

This image is of a printed page from an old book featuring an illustration of an ancient Roman hippodrome, specifically labelled as the "Hippodromus Aureliani Imp.," which suggests that it is the hippodrome constructed during the time of Emperor Aurelian.

The illustration is a bird's-eye view of the hippodrome, highlighting its U-shaped structure, central spina (the median strip along the chariot racing track), and the seating areas. The depiction includes multiple chariots being pulled by horses racing along the track, while groups of spectators are scattered throughout the stands and interior open areas. Architectural features such as arches, columns, and the tiered seating areas are visible, giving a sense of the grandiosity of the building.

The image has an elaborate quality typical of engravings or etchings used to illustrate historic or academic texts of that period. Above the illustration, the title "HIPPODROMVS" is prominently displayed, with additional Latin text, likely offering a description or historical context, arranged in two columns below.

The presence of a page number "83" on the top right corner indicates that this is a single page from within a larger collection or book. The aged appearance of the paper, along with the style of the illustration, suggests that this print is likely from a book published several centuries ago.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical architectural illustration of a Roman hippodrome, labeled "HIPPODROMVS" at the top of the image. It shows a detailed overhead view of an ancient racing venue or stadium. The drawing includes curved racing tracks, architectural features like columns and buildings along the perimeter, and small figures of horses and riders in the arena. The structure has tiered seating areas or stands, and there are decorative elements like trees lining the upper portion. At the bottom of the image is a substantial block of Latin text describing the hippodrome. The illustration appears to be from an old book or manuscript, with aged, yellowed paper visible. The drawing style is characteristic of Renaissance or early modern architectural documentation, combining both plan and elevation elements to show the venue's layout and features.

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

This is a historical engraving showing the Hippodrome of Emperor Aurelian, an ancient Roman racing venue. The image depicts an architectural illustration of a U-shaped racing track with spectator galleries and buildings along the curved perimeter. In the center of the arena, there's a prominent obelisk and several decorative elements. The scene shows several horses and riders circling the track, demonstrating its use as a racing venue. Around the edges are trees and architectural features including arched structures and buildings with classical Roman design elements. The title "HIPPODROMVS" appears at the top of the image, and there's a detailed Latin text description at the bottom. The illustration appears to be from a historical document or book, showing the architectural and sporting legacy of ancient Rome.

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

The image depicts an engraved illustration of the Hippodromus, which seems to be an equestrian training ground or arena. The illustration shows a large oval-shaped structure with a central open area. Around the perimeter are buildings that appear to be stables or viewing areas. There are small human figures and horses depicted in the central arena, suggesting it was used for horse riding, training, or possibly racing or other equestrian events. The buildings have an architectural style reminiscent of ancient Rome or Greece. Below the main illustration is a paragraph of descriptive text in Latin providing more details about the Hippodromus.

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

The image appears to be an illustration or engraving depicting a large outdoor amphitheater or arena, likely an ancient Roman hippodrome or circus. The structure has a curved shape with seating areas and buildings surrounding it. There are various figures, horses, and structures visible within the arena itself, suggesting it was used for events or performances. The image is accompanied by Latin text, likely providing additional details or information about the depicted scene.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a page from an antique book, featuring a detailed illustration of the Hippodrome of Constantinople. The illustration is rendered in black and white, showcasing the grandeur of the ancient structure.

At the top of the page, the title "HIPPODROMVS" is inscribed in bold letters, accompanied by the subtitle "Extructio Velum ad Amphitheatrum." Below this, the text "AVRELIANI IMP." is written, followed by the phrase "Castrensis & Crucis Hierusalem."

The illustration itself is divided into two sections: the upper portion depicts the exterior of the Hippodrome, while the lower section showcases its interior. The exterior features a large, circular building with a central obelisk, surrounded by several smaller structures and trees. In contrast, the interior is dominated by a large, oval-shaped arena, where various scenes are depicted, including horse racing, chariot racing, and other events.

The page also includes a block of text at the bottom, which appears to be a description of the Hippodrome in Latin. The text is written in a formal, cursive script and is divided into several paragraphs.

Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and architecture of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, a significant cultural and historical landmark in the Byzantine Empire.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

This image depicts a page from an old book, featuring an illustration of the Hippodrome of Constantinople. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging.

The illustration showcases the Hippodrome's central obelisk, surrounded by various statues and monuments. In the background, several buildings are visible, including what appears to be a palace or temple. The overall scene suggests a bustling and vibrant atmosphere, with people and animals moving about the Hippodrome.

The text accompanying the illustration is written in Latin, providing historical context and information about the Hippodrome's significance. The page's age and condition suggest that it may be a rare or valuable artifact, offering a unique glimpse into the past.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a page from an old book with a drawing of the Hippodrome of Constantinople. The Hippodrome was a circus built in the city of Constantinople in the 3rd century AD. The drawing depicts the Hippodrome with a large obelisk in the center, surrounded by various structures and buildings. The obelisk is a tall, slender monument that was originally erected in Egypt and later brought to Constantinople. The drawing also shows a large crowd of people gathered around the Hippodrome, with some standing and others sitting on benches. The Hippodrome was a popular venue for chariot races and other public events in ancient Constantinople.

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

The image shows an open book with a black and white illustration on the page. The illustration depicts an ancient Roman hippodrome, which was a large stadium used for chariot racing and other events. The hippodrome is shown from a bird's-eye view, with a long, curved track running around the outside. In the center of the track, there is a tall obelisk, and on either side of the track, there are buildings and other structures. The illustration also includes a Latin caption that reads "Hippodromus" and "Aureliani Imp," which likely refers to the emperor Aurelian who built the hippodrome. The book appears to be an old and worn copy, with yellowed pages and some wear and tear on the edges.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

Here's a description of the image based on the content provided:

Visual Description:

The image is a detailed black and white illustration from an old book or manuscript. It depicts a Hippodrome, a type of ancient stadium for horse and chariot racing, with Latin text above and below the image.

Hippodrome Details:

  • Structure: The Hippodrome is represented as a partially enclosed arena with a large, semicircular end. The exterior walls feature a series of archways.
  • Central Obelisk: Dominating the center of the arena is a tall, slender obelisk inscribed with hieroglyphics.
  • Racing Motifs: Scattered throughout the arena are images and figures associated with chariot racing. This includes depictions of horses, chariots, and possibly statues or monuments.
  • Exterior Buildings: Behind the arena, there are structures resembling buildings or grandstands. These buildings appear to be decorated with classical architectural elements, such as columns and arches.
  • Landscape: Trees are positioned to the rear of the buildings.

Text and Titles:

  • Titles: At the top, the titles are: "HIPPODROMVS" and "AVRELIANI IMP." There are also Latin subtitles.
  • Text: The bottom of the image contains blocks of Latin text, likely providing a description or historical information related to the Hippodrome of Aurelianus.

Overall Impression:

The image gives a perspective view of the ancient Hippodrome of Aurelianus, with a focus on the arena's structure, racing elements, and the towering obelisk. The illustration is a reproduction of an antique printed image.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

This is a detailed, stylized illustration from an old book. The image depicts a grand architectural scene, a hippodrome, or a stadium used for horse and chariot races.

Here are some of the visual elements:

  • Structure: The hippodrome is the main focus. It has an elongated oval shape. A raised platform runs along the edges.
  • Elements within the hippodrome: There are depictions of people, chariots, horses, statues, and structures. An obelisk (a tall, four-sided stone pillar) is placed in the center of the image.
  • Architectural Features: The image includes buildings and structures with columns and arched doorways.
  • Text: The image is labeled with Latin text, offering descriptions, and potentially the location (outside the city walls near the amphitheater).
  • Artistic Style: The style is detailed and illustrative, typical of woodcut or engraving techniques often used in older publications.
  • Overall Impression: The image aims to represent a historical site. The presence of an obelisk, chariots, and classical architectural styles indicates a connection to Roman or ancient world themes.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a historical engraving depicting the Circus of Nero, also known as the Circus of Caligula, located in the Vatican area of Rome. The illustration is titled "Hippodromus Extru Vebis memis ad Amphitheatrum Aureliani Imp. Caesaris S. Crucis Horum salon."

Key elements of the image include:

  1. Central Obelisk: A prominent obelisk stands in the center of the circus. This obelisk is a significant feature of the Circus of Nero, which was originally brought to Rome from Egypt.

  2. Racetrack: The circus features a racetrack, which is depicted with chariots racing around it. This was a common use for Roman circuses, where chariot races were held.

  3. Architectural Structures: Surrounding the racetrack are various buildings and structures, including what appear to be seating areas for spectators and possibly stables or storage areas.

  4. Statues and Decorations: The image includes several statues and decorative elements, which were typical of Roman architecture, adding to the grandeur and aesthetic appeal of the circus.

  5. Text: Below the illustration, there is a block of text in Latin, providing a description or historical context about the Circus of Nero. The text mentions the location and significance of the circus, including its association with the martyrdom of Saint Peter and the construction of the Vatican Basilica.

Overall, the image provides a detailed and artistic representation of the Circus of Nero, highlighting its architectural features and historical significance.

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