Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled

Date

1998

People

Artist: Christian Boltanski, French 1944 - 2021

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Margaret Fisher Fund, M24173.206

Copyright

© Christian Boltanski / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled

People

Artist: Christian Boltanski, French 1944 - 2021

Date

1998

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Margaret Fisher Fund, M24173.206

Copyright

© Christian Boltanski / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-05

Fossil 99.8
Beak 55.3
Animal 55.3
Bird 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-05

seashell 97
texture 96.5
art 95.3
desktop 95.1
shape 94.5
vintage 94.1
design 93.4
shell 93
one 92.8
spiral 92.5
no person 92.3
paper 91.8
retro 90.9
pattern 90.7
abstract 89.3
old 89.1
round 89.1
antique 88.8
page 88.6
decoration 88.3

Imagga
created on 2019-11-05

wall clock 42.9
clock 37.9
device 33
knocker 27.5
timepiece 27.1
cap 25
top 24.3
hole 22.2
clutch 20
covering 17.9
measuring instrument 17.4
coupling 16
old 15.3
design 15.2
texture 14.6
mechanism 14.1
decoration 14.1
metal 13.7
art 13.7
antique 13
detail 12.9
black 12.6
color 12.2
ancient 12.1
mechanical device 12
graphic 11.7
close 11.4
ring 11.3
instrument 11
frame 10.8
flower 10.8
gift 10.3
stone 10.1
gold 9.9
shape 9.7
pattern 9.6
round 9.5
circle 9.5
light 9.3
money 9.3
bright 9.3
shiny 8.7
artistic 8.7
colorful 8.6
animal 8.4
vintage 8.3
digital 8.1
closeup 8.1
celebration 8
manhole cover 8
gear 7.9
holiday 7.9
spiral 7.6
finance 7.6
decorative 7.5
wood 7.5
ocean 7.5
backdrop 7.4
brown 7.4
structure 7.3
fractal 7.3
water 7.3
backgrounds 7.3
currency 7.2
fastener 7
sea 7
architecture 7

Google
created on 2019-11-05

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-05

text 97.5
gear 23.3

Color Analysis

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-05

a close up of a white wall 43.3%
a close up of a black background 43.2%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a black and white photograph of a shellfish shellfish shellfish -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image shows a fossil of an ammonite, which is a type of extinct marine mollusk. The fossil is characterized by its spiral, coiled shell with distinct rib-like patterns along the whorls. It appears to be a photographic representation rendered in grayscale, showcasing the detailed texture and structure of the ammonite shell against a plain background. The lighting and contrast highlight the intricate details of the fossil's surface.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-02

The image features a close-up of a fossilized ammonite, which is a type of extinct marine mollusk. The ammonite is shown against a plain, textured background. This ammonite has distinct, well-preserved ribbing and a visible spiral pattern, characteristic of the shell's structure. The fossil displays the typical coiled and symmetrical form associated with many ammonite species. It has an appearance of being slightly weathered or eroded, suggesting age and natural processes at work since the creature's demise. The coloring of the fossil is monochromatic due to the sepia-toned or grayscale image, making it difficult to determine the actual color of the specimen. The composition of the image is simple, emphasizing the fossil without any distractions.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be an ammonite fossil. Ammonites were marine animals that lived millions of years ago and left behind distinctive spiral-shaped shells. The fossil in the image shows the characteristic coiled pattern with ribbed texture radiating from the center in a spiral formation. The specimen is photographed against a plain light gray background, which makes the dark, detailed texture of the fossil stand out clearly. The lighting and composition create a striking study of this prehistoric remnant, highlighting its natural geometric beauty.

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

The image shows a close-up, black and white photograph of an ammonite fossil against a plain gray background. The ammonite fossil has a distinctive coiled spiral shell shape with ridges and grooves radiating out from the center. The shell appears to have a rough, textured surface. The stark contrast between the dark fossil and light background highlights the intricate details and patterns of the ancient marine creature's preserved remains.

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

The image shows a close-up black and white photograph of an ammonite fossil. Ammonites were a type of extinct marine mollusk that lived during the Mesozoic era. The image captures the intricate spiral pattern and detailed shell structure of this well-preserved fossil specimen, creating a striking visual contrast against the muted background.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a fossilized ammonite shell, showcasing its intricate details and spiral shape. The shell is positioned in the center of the image, with its opening facing upwards. It has a dark coloration, which is likely due to the fossilization process. The shell's surface features a series of ridges and grooves, giving it a textured appearance. The background of the image is a light gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the fossil.

The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the fossilized shell taking center stage. The use of a light gray background helps to create a sense of depth and dimensionality, while the dark coloration of the shell adds a sense of contrast and visual interest. Overall, the image presents a striking and informative visual representation of a fossilized ammonite shell.

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

The image depicts a fossilized ammonite, a type of extinct cephalopod. The ammonite is centered in the frame and appears to be a dark brown or black color, with a spiral shell that is characteristic of this species. The shell is made up of several chambers, which are visible in the image. The background of the image is a light gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the ammonite.

Overall, the image provides a clear view of the ammonite's structure and morphology, making it useful for scientific study or educational purposes.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features a black-and-white photograph of a fossil. The fossil is a spiral-shaped shell that appears to be from a marine creature. The shell is made of a hard, durable material, likely calcium carbonate, and has a smooth, glossy surface. The shell is positioned on a gray surface, possibly a table or a piece of paper. The image is framed by a white border, which adds a sense of elegance and refinement to the overall composition.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a fossilized ammonite, a type of extinct marine mollusk. The ammonite is circular in shape and has a spiral pattern with ridges and grooves. The fossil appears to be made of a dark, hard material, possibly stone or mineral. The background of the image is a plain, gray surface, possibly a table or a shelf. The ammonite is placed on the surface, and its shadow is cast on the surface, indicating that the light source is above it.