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Title

Imitation of the Laocoön

Date

1868

People

Artist: Honoré-Victorin Daumier, French 1808-1879

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Frances L. Hofer, M20976

Human Generated Data

Title

Imitation of the Laocoön

People

Artist: Honoré-Victorin Daumier, French 1808-1879

Date

1868

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Frances L. Hofer, M20976

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Clarifai
created on 2019-11-07

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Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

paper 36.1
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Google
created on 2019-11-07

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-07

text 99.9
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Color Analysis

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Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Person
Poster
Human arm

Clarifai

Person 73.6%

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Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

paintings art 92.9%
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Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

the illustration of politician and the statue of liberty.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a woman in a dress with a horse and a dog

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-03

The image appears to be a political cartoon or satire illustrated in a historical publication. It depicts an adaptation of the famous Laocoön sculpture, which is a classical motif of a struggling figure being attacked by serpents. In this particular adaptation, the central figure is labeled "Fenianism," representing the Fenian Brotherhood, a group of Irish nationalists.

Instead of serpents, the central figure is being constricted by two other figures, who are personifications labeled "The Irish Press" on the left and "Celtic Democracy" on the right. The expressions and postures of the figures convey struggle and tension, paralleling the anguish depicted in the original Laocoön sculpture.

The title at the top reads "ACTUALITÉS," which implies that this image is a commentary on contemporary events of the time. Underneath the illustration, the text "Imité du groupe de Laocoon" indicates this is an imitation of the Laocoön group. The image is signed "L. D. B." and attributed to the publication "A. de Presse, f. Reville, 55."

Below the illustration, there is a body of text, possibly an article or accompanying commentary that provides context to the visual representation, expanding on the satirical depiction of the political situation.

Overall, the image serves as a critical and artistic interpretation of the political struggles involving the Fenian movement, using classical art as a medium for commentary.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-03

This is an image of a historical print or lithograph appearing on a page with text. The header of the page reads "ACTUALITÉS" suggesting the content may relate to current events or social commentary from the time it was produced.

The central artwork within the bordered frame is reminiscent of classical or neoclassical art styles, specifically emulating the “Laocoön Group”, a famous sculpture from antiquity. The print depicts a dramatic scene with three figures: in the center, a muscular, anthropomorphic figure labeled "FÉMINISME" is powerfully thrusting a fist into the air while leaning on one knee. This figure has an expression of defiance or struggle and wears flowing garments.

To the left of the central figure is a smaller, slumped figure with head drooping downwards, seeming defeated or exhausted, possibly representing an old regime or set of ideas being overpowered by the force of feminism. To the right, there is a serpentine form, adding to the allusion to the original Laocoön sculpture, which features serpents attacking Laocoön and his sons.

Along the lower margin of the image, there's a note: "A.de Vresse r. Rivoli, 55," indicating the publisher or location where this print may have been distributed. There's another inscription on the bottom right: "Lith. Destouches, r. Paradis Pre 28," which likely refers to the lithographer who printed the image, with their address.

Below the image, filling the remainder of the page, there is a body of French text that appears to be discussing the content of the image or related social commentary. This text is broken into two columns and is likely an article or an essay.

In the top right margin, the page number "71" is visible, implying that this sheet is part of a larger publication, perhaps a journal, a magazine, or a collection of political or social cartoons. On the left edge, there's a handwritten note “1932,” which might indicate the year of acquisition or categorization by a collector or an archive.

The print is a form of satire or social critique, using visual symbolism to convey a message about the feminist movement and its impact on society, casting feminism as a powerful force reshaping the established social order.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-03

This is a satirical illustration titled "Imité du groupe de Laocoon" (Imitation of the Laocoön Group), referencing the famous Hellenistic sculpture. The image shows a humorous reinterpretation of the classical sculpture, depicting figures in dramatic, twisting poses similar to the original Laocoön, but in what appears to be a more comedic or exaggerated fashion. The central figure is shown in elaborate dress, with swirling, dynamic movement, surrounded by other figures in similarly dramatic poses. The artwork is rendered in a sketch-like style with strong line work and shading. Below the illustration is printed text in French. The overall composition parodies the intense drama and emotion of the original classical sculpture while transforming it into something more lighthearted and satirical.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-03

The image depicts an engraving or etching of an allegorical sculpture. The sculpture shows multiple figures intertwined in a dynamic composition. At the center is a female figure seated on a pedestal, with her arms outstretched and flowing drapery. Surrounding her are several putti or cherubs playfully interacting with the drapery and each other.

Below the pedestal is text in French providing a title and description of the depicted sculpture group, though the full details are not clearly legible in this image. The print has an aged, antique appearance with some foxing or discoloration of the paper. Overall, it seems to be an 18th or 19th century print reproducing a Baroque or Rococo style sculptural work with mythological themes.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-03

The image appears to be an engraved illustration depicting the famous Laocoön group, a Hellenistic sculpture depicting the Trojan priest Laocoön and his two sons being attacked by giant serpents. The illustration shows a dramatic, dynamic figure of Laocoön struggling against the serpents, with swirling, expressive drapery and contorted limbs. The scene is surrounded by a decorative border with text identifying it as "Imité du groupe de Laocoon" (Imitation of the Laocoön group). The engraved style and presentation suggest this is an artistic reproduction or interpretation of the renowned ancient sculpture, rather than the original work itself.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white drawing of a woman riding a horse, with the title "Imite du groupe de Laocoon" at the top. The woman is dressed in a long dress and has her hair tied back, while the horse is rearing up on its hind legs. The woman is holding a rope in her right hand and appears to be guiding the horse.

The background of the image is a solid gray color, which provides a neutral backdrop for the drawing. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of movement and energy, as the woman and horse seem to be in motion.

The image is signed "H.D." in the bottom-left corner, and the text "Actualites" is written in the top-center of the page. The text "Imite du groupe de Laocoon" is written in smaller letters below the drawing.

The image appears to be a reproduction of an older work, as it has a vintage feel to it. The quality of the paper and the printing are not as high as modern standards, and the image has a slightly yellowed tone to it. Overall, the image is a striking representation of a woman and horse in motion, with a sense of energy and dynamism.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-11

The image depicts a page from an old book or magazine, featuring a black-and-white illustration of a woman and two men. The woman is seated on a pedestal, wearing a long dress and holding a snake in her right hand. She appears to be in a state of distress, with her mouth open and her left arm raised.

To her left stands a man dressed in a hat and coat, while to her right is another man wearing a hat and holding a snake. The background of the illustration is dark, with the title "ACTUALITES" written at the top and "Imite du groupe de Laocon" below the illustration.

The page also features text in French, which appears to be an article or essay discussing the illustration and its significance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a historical or artistic representation, possibly from the 19th century.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image is a black-and-white drawing with a title that reads "Imite du groupe de Laocon." It appears to be an illustration from a book or a pamphlet, as it is surrounded by text. The drawing depicts a central figure, possibly a woman, who is in a dramatic and contorted pose, seemingly in distress or pain. She is surrounded by other figures that seem to be in a state of chaos or turmoil. The central figure is holding an object that looks like a banner or a piece of fabric with some text on it, which is not legible in the image. The overall scene suggests a moment of intense emotion or conflict. The text around the drawing is in a smaller font and appears to be in a language that uses the Latin alphabet, possibly French or another Romance language. The page number "71" is visible at the top right corner of the page.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image is a page from a magazine or newspaper featuring a drawing and accompanying text. The drawing depicts a woman standing on a pedestal, holding a snake in her right hand and a child in her left. She appears to be in a state of distress, with her hair disheveled and her expression anguished. The image is titled "L'Imité du groupe de Laocoon" and is dated 1875. The text below the drawing discusses the arrival of the French sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux in America and his work on the Laocoon group, a famous sculpture from ancient Greece. The article also touches on the controversy surrounding the sculpture's nudity and the debate over its display in the Louvre Museum.

Google Gemini

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Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a historical print titled "Imite du groupe de Laocoon," which translates to "Imitation of the Laocoon Group." The Laocoon Group is a famous ancient sculpture depicting the Trojan priest Laocoon and his sons being attacked by sea serpents.

The print features a detailed illustration of a woman in elaborate, flowing attire, seemingly in a state of distress or struggle. She is surrounded by snakes, which are entwined around her body, mimicking the iconic scene from the Laocoon sculpture. The woman's expression and posture convey a sense of anguish and desperation, similar to the original sculpture's portrayal of Laocoon and his sons.

Below the illustration, there is a substantial amount of text in French, which appears to be a satirical or humorous commentary. The text is divided into two columns and seems to discuss various political and social issues of the time, possibly relating to the French Revolution or other contemporary events. The text is dense and likely contains witty remarks, criticisms, and observations about the state of affairs in France and possibly other European countries.

The print is dated "4 de Prairial l'an 2" (4 Prairial in the year 2 of the French Republican Calendar, which corresponds to May 23, 1794) and is signed by the artist "L.B." The overall tone of the image and text suggests it is a piece of political satire or caricature, common during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Qwen

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Text analysis

Amazon

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respectable
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journal
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ces
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nombre
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petit
nomabre
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journal,
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ne
quitterai
pas
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sans
mentionner
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com-
parution
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américain
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"un
conseil
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français.
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à
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que
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est
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commme
vous
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voir,
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d'une
accusation
d'insoemission,
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a
vingl-sept
ans;
c'est
homme
dans
une
tnes
briälante
position
fortune.
quitté
France
dix-sept
ans,
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amasvais
numéro
placa
3
contingent
rechercles
furent
fastes
par
gen-
darmerie,
pére
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qui
habitait
Chalais,
indiqua
son
ils
était
depais
loogtemps
parti
Boston.
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feuille
route
fut
poiat
laissée
domicile,
mais
conservée
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expédiée
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mi
nistre
guerre.
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devenue
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on
l'ignore;
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qu'ea
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actuel,
eite
déces
pere,
arrivant
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terminer
ses
affaires
famille,
bien
étoneé
voir
les
gendarnes
venir
larreter.
eroyait
méprise,
il
protesta
éeergique-
ment,
excipant
sa
qualité
da
citoyen
aséricain...
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fat
inulile,.
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quefle
avait
été
rexistence
eelui
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ans
arivé
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l,
travail
assidu,
chance
heureuse,
fait
rapidement
fondé
maison
commerce
importante,
oulliant
France,
sélait
nataraliser
Américain.
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temps
aprés
nomme
sénatear
législature
Louisiane,
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e'est
ainsi
guerre
ca
jnger,
poer
délit
dinsoumission,
sénateur
Louisane,
natu
ralisation
n'ayant
d'effet
néfroactif
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étant
c-
toyen
français
au
moment
commis.
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condamné
sis
jours
prison.
tris
bien,
conséquence
condanmation
ordinairenient
dobliger
cindamné,
peine
tinie,
faire
service
militaire.
sénatrer
Isera-
t-il
réclamé
gosvernement
ou
suivra-t-il
ban-
niere
l'armée
française
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demiere
hypothese
offre
peut-être
moins
certitade
celle
posée
joer
Figaro
propos
dun
ouvrages
charmant
anteur
1
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rail,
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aur
bowmes!
(tel
était,
je
crois,
titre
cet
ouvrage):
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fois
M
Olympe
Audosard
evera
bannière,
disait
Figaro,
peut
tre
sire
qu'on
suivra.
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évilenment
lavis
auditeurs
cour
das-
sises
ont
assisté
y
trois
quatre
dé-
bats
figuné,
comme
témoin,
spirituelle
graciense
chaque
jour
largent
destiné
parer
dearées,
vu
réclamer
notes
boncher,
bouianger,
ele.,
ele.
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abes
coniance,
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trorée
nantie
bijoax,
etofies
el
velemea
qu
n
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sait
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soustraits
maitresse
qu'etle
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avoir
elé
donnes
celle-ci.
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apporté
lin
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paraisseat,
ma
foi,
fort
biea
tensus
poar
livres
auteur
aie
dooné
cuisinière
objets
ques-
tion;
quoi
Marie
népondu
nadane
soccupoit
trop
littérature
vie
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agitée
qu'elle
pdi
se
rappeler
vulcaines
delails.
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élé
acquitlee,
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termine
présentant
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sergent
yillh
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dle,
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sigualais
charretier
train
massacter
cheval
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répondit:
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regarde
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seliticux.
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saulé
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donner
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fin.
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femme
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nommer.
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contre
er-condon-bleu,
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Audosand
lower
recettes..
culinaires
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qu'il
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mue
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lai
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HOINAES
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