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Human Generated Data

Title

Checkerboard Bonnet Shell (Phalium Areola)

Date

c. 1620-40

People

Artist: Balthasar van der Ast, Dutch 1593 - 1657

Previous attribution: Bartholomeus Abrahamsz. Assteyn, Dutch 1607 - after 1667

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

The Maida and George Abrams Collection, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Gift of George S. Abrams in memory of John Richards II, Harvard Class of 1954, 2013.173

Human Generated Data

Title

Checkerboard Bonnet Shell (Phalium Areola)

People

Artist: Balthasar van der Ast, Dutch 1593 - 1657

Previous attribution: Bartholomeus Abrahamsz. Assteyn, Dutch 1607 - after 1667

Date

c. 1620-40

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

The Maida and George Abrams Collection, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Gift of George S. Abrams in memory of John Richards II, Harvard Class of 1954, 2013.173

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-05-31

Reptile 91.6
Animal 91.6
Sea Life 87.9
Invertebrate 81.8
Seashell 81.8
Clam 81.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-31

desktop 94.1
card 91.5
design 90.2
summer 88.1
decoration 87.1
no person 86.4
pattern 85.4
paper 83.7
texture 82.5
seashell 80.7
color 78
image 76.3
abstract 75.9
text 75.2
picture frame 75
illustration 74.2
vintage 74
art 73.6
symbol 73.3
celebration 73

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

decoration 25.2
holiday 22.2
arabesque 19.8
pink 17.7
design 16.4
cone 15.6
gift 14.6
fastener 14.5
food 14.4
celebration 14.3
art 14.3
color 13.9
flower 13.8
device 13.8
floral 12.8
card 12.7
shape 12.7
love 12.6
season 12.5
closeup 12.1
clasp 12
decorative 10.9
restraint 10.8
element 10.7
envelope 10.3
sweet 10.3
close 10.3
pattern 10.2
sand 10
decor 9.7
object 9.5
spring 9.4
ribbon 9.4
beach 9.3
shell 9.1
fresh 9.1
texture 9
summer 9
seasonal 8.7
symbol 8.7
easter 8.6
container 8.4
clip 8.4
festive 8.3
traditional 8.3
heart 8.3
dessert 8.2
blossom 8.2
valentine 8.2
egg 8.1
sea 8
yellow 7.9
colorful 7.9
flowers 7.8
space 7.8
ornament 7.8
tropical 7.7
decorate 7.6
plant 7.5
tradition 7.4
light 7.3
bangle 7.3
year 7.3
detail 7.2
romance 7.1
shiny 7.1
copy 7.1
ball 7.1

Google
created on 2019-05-31

Shell 88.8
Sea snail 88.6
Illustration 77.6
Conch 76.2
Design 73
Pattern 56.3
Drawing 55.8
Conch 52.9

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-31

drawing 95
sketch 88.5
child art 86.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Snake

Clarifai

Shellfish

AWS Rekognition

Snake 91.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

paintings art 94.9%
food drinks 5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-05-31

a close up of a box 57.8%
close up of a box 52.7%
a close up of a box on a table 38.4%

Clarifai

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

a snail by painting artist.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a seashell with a shell shell on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-03-05

This image features an artwork of a seashell positioned on the right side of the frame, casting a shadow onto the surface beneath it. The shell has an oblong shape and appears to be a marine gastropod shell, commonly found on beaches and collected as part of seashell collections. It has a pattern of brownish-orange spots on a creamy white background.

On the left side of the image, there is elaborate calligraphy in flowing script. Although the writing is highly stylized, it appears to resemble the phrase "En geslects Crombeckien." This could potentially be a name, a dedication, a species designation, or a phrase in another language, possibly Dutch or German due to the style of the lettering and the formation of the words, but without specific context, the exact meaning or intent of the written phrase is unclear.

Below the calligraphy, to the far right, there are initials, possibly "Bt." These could be the artist's initials or a mark indicating ownership or authorship of the piece.

The background is a neutral, light color which sets a minimalistic stage for both the calligraphy and the seashell to stand out. It has an old-fashioned or vintage look, reminiscent of scientific illustrations from historic texts.

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

This is an illustration of a shell with a slightly glossy appearance, featuring a pattern of brownish-orange spots on a cream-colored background. The image showcases the shell against a plain, off-white backdrop that includes subtly rendered shadows to give a sense of depth and realism. To the left of the shell, there is a decorative script in what appears to be an ornate, old-fashioned handwriting style, spelling out the words "En geplectst Crombeckijen." On the bottom right corner of the image are the initials "B. A." written in a similar decorative script. The entire composition is enclosed within a thin, simple border, giving the illustration a framed appearance.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-15

The image depicts a shell, likely a snail shell, with a distinctive swirling pattern. The shell is positioned on a plain background, and the title "Snecklest Drombeckyen" is written in a cursive script style above the shell.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-15

This is a historical illustration or scientific drawing of a seashell, specifically what appears to be a spotted tun shell (Tonna sp.). The shell is rendered in delicate watercolors showing a white base with regular rows of reddish-orange spots or markings. There is elegant calligraphic text in brown ink that appears to be in an old Dutch or Germanic style, reading "En gepleckt Crombeckgen." The image has a simple, clean background and appears to be from a natural history manuscript or collection. The artwork has a subtle shadow cast by the shell and shows fine attention to detail in both the scientific illustration and the decorative text.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-15

The image depicts a detailed drawing or painting of a seashell on a plain background. The shell appears to be a cone snail or a similar species, with an intricately patterned, spiral shell. The shell is primarily white or cream-colored with a pattern of orange or rust-colored spots or markings arranged in a grid-like fashion across its surface. The image has an artful, almost calligraphic script above the shell which reads "En yepkeckt Cronbeckjen" in a light brown or sepia colored ink. The image has an aged, antique look, possibly being a vintage scientific or naturalist illustration of the seashell specimen.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This is a historical illustration or study of a seashell, specifically labeled as "En gepleckt Crombeckjen" in elegant calligraphic script. The shell appears to be a spotted or speckled conch shell, rendered in delicate watercolors with orange or reddish-brown spots arranged in a regular pattern on a white background. The illustration shows careful attention to detail, including the shell's natural spiral form and the shadow it casts. The artwork appears to be from a natural history document or study, possibly Dutch in origin given the language used in the label. The overall composition is simple but elegant, with the shell positioned to the right of the text on what appears to be a cream-colored paper or parchment.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-15

This image features a drawing of a seashell, accompanied by some text. The shell is positioned on the right side of the image, with its opening facing to the left. It has a white base color and is adorned with orange spots. The shell casts a shadow to the right, indicating that the light source is coming from the left.

To the left of the shell, there is some cursive writing in a foreign language, possibly Dutch or German. The text reads "En gepleckt Crombeckyen" and appears to be written in brown ink. In the bottom-right corner of the image, there is a small signature or initials that read "BH." The background of the image is a plain off-white color, which helps to highlight the details of the shell and the text. Overall, the image presents a simple yet elegant depiction of a seashell, accompanied by some mysterious text.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-15

The image depicts a watercolor painting of a seashell, accompanied by cursive writing in a foreign language. The shell is positioned on the right side of the image, with its opening facing upwards and to the left. It features a white base color with brown spots, and its shadow is cast to the right.

The cursive writing is located on the left side of the image, above the shell. It appears to be written in a language that is not English, although the letters are still legible. The writing is in a flowing script, with each letter connected to the next in a continuous line.

The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the shell and its shadow. A thin border surrounds the entire image, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design.

Overall, the image presents a serene and peaceful scene, with the seashell and its shadow creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. The cursive writing adds a touch of sophistication and cultural flair, making the image a unique and captivating piece of art.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-15

The image features a shell with a brown and white pattern on a white background. The shell is on the right side of the image, with a shadow cast on the right. The shell is a type of seashell, and it has a spiral shape. On the left side of the image, there is a golden-colored text written in a cursive font. The text is written in a foreign language.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-15

The image is an old-fashioned drawing of a seashell with a white background. The seashell is drawn in a brownish-yellow color with a brown spot on the side. The seashell is drawn in a slanting position with a shadow cast on the right side. The seashell is drawn with a brown border and a brown outline. The seashell is drawn with a brown border and a brown outline.

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

A drawing of a seashell is on a white background. The seashell has a brown and white pattern with a few brown spots. The seashell is placed on the left side of the drawing, and a shadow is cast on the right side. The drawing has a border on all sides, and the text "On geleekst rombeckijen" is written in the upper left corner. The text "BA" is written in the bottom right corner.

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

The image features a shell, probably a seashell, on a white background. The shell is painted with brown spots and has a pointed tip. The shell is placed on the right side of the image. The image also has a golden-colored text written in a cursive font. The text is written in a foreign language. The text is written on the left side of the image. The image has a golden border.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-28

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a delicate watercolor painting of a seashell. It has a vintage feel, likely created in an era of meticulous observation and artistry.

Details:

  • Subject: The primary focus is a single seashell, positioned towards the upper right of the frame. The shell has a distinctive shape and coloration, with a base color of white and intricate, irregular brown-orange spots.
  • Style: The style is detailed and realistic, with careful attention to light and shadow, particularly visible in the shell's form and the cast shadow beneath it.
  • Composition: The composition is simple, with the shell centered against a plain, slightly off-white background. The use of empty space emphasizes the shell's presence.
  • Additional Elements: Elegant cursive script is present on the left side of the image, adding a touch of elegance and suggesting the title or some kind of labeling to the piece. The artist's initials are at the bottom right.
  • Color and Light: The color palette is soft and natural, with the shell's colors dominating. The shading creates a sense of volume and depth.

Overall, the image evokes a sense of calm and appreciation for the beauty of nature, presented with a touch of old-world charm.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-28

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a detailed watercolor illustration set within a thin, simple frame. A shell is drawn in the center right of the frame, displaying a mix of white and light brown shades with a pattern of darker brown spots and lines. It casts a soft, light grey shadow to its right, indicating a light source from the left.

To the left of the shell, ornate script in a sepia tone fills the space. The script has elegant swirls and loops. At the bottom right corner, the initials "B.A." are similarly scripted, suggesting the artist's signature. The backdrop is plain, emphasizing the shell and text.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image is a detailed illustration of a seashell. The shell is depicted with a cream-colored background and features distinctive orange-brown spots arranged in a pattern. The shell has a smooth, glossy appearance and a slightly curved, conical shape.

To the left of the shell, there is elegant, cursive handwriting in brown ink that reads "Engerloost" and "Vrombeckyen." The text is written in an ornate, flowing style, adding an artistic touch to the image.

In the bottom right corner, there is a small signature or initials, which appear to be "B.H." The entire illustration is framed with a thin border, giving it a polished and finished look. The artwork combines both scientific illustration and artistic elements, likely intended for a natural history or scientific study.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

This is a detailed illustration of a seashell, specifically a shell with a spotted pattern, likely resembling those of a species like a murex or similar type. The shell is depicted with a soft, light beige or cream background, and the spots are orange or brown, giving it a vibrant appearance. The shell casts a subtle shadow, adding depth to the drawing.

To the left of the shell, there is elegant cursive text written in a golden-brown color. The text appears to be in Dutch and reads "Ongeplecht Trombeckien," which translates to "Unpolished Trombeckian" (possibly referring to a type or color variety of the shell). The text is written in a decorative, flowing script with flourishes that enhance its visual appeal. In the bottom right corner, there is a signature or initials "BA," likely the artist's mark. The overall composition is simple yet refined, with a focus on the natural beauty of the shell.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

The image depicts a detailed botanical illustration of a seashell. The shell is intricately drawn with a naturalistic style, showcasing a pattern of orange-brown spots on a lighter background. The shell is positioned slightly to the left of the center, with a shadow cast beneath it, giving a sense of depth. To the left of the shell, there is ornate, cursive text in what appears to be Dutch, "En gepleekt Crombeckjen," which translates to "And painted Crombeckjen" or "And painted Crombeekjen." The text is written in an elegant script, adding a decorative touch to the illustration. In the bottom right corner, there is a initials "BA" or "AB," which likely indicate the artist's signature. The overall style of the illustration is reminiscent of naturalist scientific drawings from the 18th or 19th century.

Text analysis

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