Human Generated Data

Title

Beatitudes

Date

1955

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Stephen Lee Taller Ben Shahn Archive, Gift of Dolores S. Taller, M25681

Copyright

© Estate of Ben Shahn / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

Beatitudes

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

1955

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Stephen Lee Taller Ben Shahn Archive, Gift of Dolores S. Taller, M25681

Copyright

© Estate of Ben Shahn / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-10-29

Art 97.3
Drawing 96.3
Modern Art 88.8
Sketch 77.5
Animal 75.7
Bird 75.7
Bird 73.7
Painting 61.6
Bird 59.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-10-29

illustration 98.9
print 96.2
art 95.1
painting 95
people 94.4
bird 92.4
group 91.9
desktop 90.7
splash 90.2
bit 88.9
graphic 88
abstract 84.5
no person 83.9
winter 83.4
vintage 83.2
wallpaper 83.1
vector 82.9
wear 82.3
nature 82.1
snow 82.1

Imagga
created on 2019-10-29

snow 50.2
grunge 36.6
graffito 32.7
picket fence 29.3
decoration 29.3
tree 27.1
texture 25
fence 24.6
weather 21.4
frame 19.1
winter 18.7
season 18.7
forest 18.3
barrier 18
old 17.4
vintage 17.4
pattern 16.4
landscape 16.4
cold 16.4
paint 16.3
trees 16
design 15.2
grungy 15.2
black 15
antique 14.7
aged 14.5
border 14.5
dirty 14.5
structure 14.1
drawing 14
art 13.8
space 13.2
graphic 13.1
cool 12.4
silhouette 12.4
obstruction 12.1
paper 11.8
park 11.5
frost 11.5
frozen 11.5
plant 11
scenery 10.8
snowy 10.7
retro 10.7
textured 10.5
seasonal 10.5
outdoors 10.5
splash 10.4
floral 10.2
leaf 10.1
field 10
rough 10
flower 10
outdoor 9.9
material 9.8
backgrounds 9.7
edge 9.6
stain 9.6
damaged 9.5
scene 9.5
canvas 9.5
branch 9.1
sky 8.9
snowing 8.9
stains 8.8
text 8.7
natural 8.7
artistic 8.7
water 8.7
aging 8.6
holiday 8.6
dirt 8.6
rusty 8.6
brush 8.5
wallpaper 8.4
decorative 8.4
plants 8.3
wood 8.3
backdrop 8.2
sketch 8.1
frosty 7.8
color 7.8
torn 7.7
messy 7.7
decay 7.7
summer 7.7
blank 7.7
ink 7.7
weathered 7.6
close 7.4
grain 7.4
foliage 7.4
fall 7.2
ice 7.2
decor 7.1
spring 7.1
surface 7.1
rural 7.1

Google
created on 2019-10-29

Modern art 93.9
Art 89.4
Painting 86.7
Yellow 86.5
Illustration 76.4
Visual arts 73.1
Printmaking 70.2
Font 68.6
Plant 62.4
Artwork 56.7
Drawing 55.8
Watercolor paint 52.2
Style 51
Flower 50.8

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

drawing 99.2
text 98.3
painting 97.4
child art 95.4
sketch 89.9
cartoon 86.9
art 55.3

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 9-19
Gender Male, 50.5%
Calm 89.7%
Disgusted 1.6%
Angry 2.4%
Surprised 0.7%
Fear 0.6%
Happy 1.5%
Sad 3.3%
Confused 0.2%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Bird 75.7%

Categories

Imagga

nature landscape 98.2%
paintings art 1.3%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-30

The image you've provided appears to be an artwork rendered in a mix of black and yellow inks. The composition features a semi-abstract representation of a figure—presumably a person—in the midst of swirling, gestural marks and splotches of ink that suggest dynamic movement. The figure is not detailed but rather suggested through rough, expressive brushwork, with areas of the form visible through negative space in the brushstrokes.

The lower portion of the image contains what looks like a field of grass or wheat, executed in a detailed, fine line that contrasts with the abstract expressionism of the figure above. This section is densely filled with vertical lines and patterns that evoke the texture of a thick swath of grasses or crop.

The color scheme is limited, with the use of just black and yellow creating a bold visual impact. Yellow accents are splattered and dashed across the composition, providing a vivid contrast to the dominant black ink.

The image is placed against a white background, and there is a signature at the bottom left, suggesting it is a print or a painting that has been signed by the artist. However, without more context or the ability to analyze the signature, the artist's identity remains unspecified.

Lastly, it is important to note that the artwork might have different interpretations depending on the viewer's perspective and the artist's intent, which isn't immediately clear from the image alone.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-30

This image is a print titled "Black Shadow" from 1957 by an artist named Prentiss Taylor. The artwork appears to depict a somewhat surreal and expressive scene.

A large portion of the bottom half is dominated by what seems to be a dense field of thistles or tall grasses, illustrated with intricate, fine lines and dark tones. Here and there, you can spot splashes of yellow, which add a vivid contrast to the otherwise monochromatic color palette in this area.

The upper part of the image is more abstract, featuring what looks like the fragmented figure of a person, outlined and shadowed in black. This figure has a skeletal, almost distorted appearance, and seems to be emerging from or interacting with the field below. Around this figure, there are patches and splatters of black and yellow, contributing further to the sense of abstraction and dynamism.

The composition gives a sense of both careful detail and spontaneous expression, blending reality with abstraction in an intriguing manner.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-30

This is an artistic print that appears to be done in a minimalist style, using primarily black ink with touches of yellow. The artwork shows a figure standing among tall grass or reeds that fill the bottom portion of the image. The grass is depicted with simple vertical lines, creating a field-like effect. Above the grass, there are abstract splashes and marks in black and yellow that create a sense of atmosphere or sky. The central figure is rendered in a loose, gestural style with simple lines. The overall composition has a contemplative, solitary feeling to it, as if capturing a moment of quiet reflection in nature. The technique appears to be some form of printmaking, possibly lithography or monotype, given the quality of the lines and marks.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-30

The image appears to be a black and white abstract drawing or print. It depicts a field of tall grass or reeds in the foreground. In the middle ground, there are some abstracted human-like figures or silhouettes emerging from or standing amongst the grass. These figures have distorted, elongated features and are rendered in an expressive, gestural style with loose brushwork or lines. Above the figures, there are splashes and drips of yellow paint, suggesting movement or energy. The overall composition has a surreal, dreamlike quality with the contrast between the dense, graphic linework of the grass and the ethereal, ghostly figures.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-30

This image appears to be an abstract, expressive artwork featuring various shapes and elements. In the center, there is a striking black and white depiction of a face or head, with expressive features. Surrounding this central figure are fields of grass or vegetation in shades of black and yellow, creating a sense of a natural, organic landscape. The overall composition has an energetic, dynamic quality, with the use of bold lines, shapes, and splatters of color suggesting a sense of movement and energy. The artwork has an imaginative, dreamlike quality, inviting the viewer to interpret the various elements and their symbolic or emotive meanings.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-17

The image is a piece of artwork that features a man's head in the center, surrounded by a field of wheat or other tall grasses. The man's head is drawn in black and white, with some yellow accents. He appears to be wearing a hat or a piece of clothing on his head, and he has a few strands of hair visible. The field of wheat or grasses is depicted in black and white, with some yellow accents as well. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the use of muted colors and simple lines creating a sense of calmness and serenity. The image may be intended to evoke a sense of rural life or a connection to nature, and the use of a man's head in the center may suggest a sense of human presence or observation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-17

This image is a black-and-white print with yellow accents, featuring a man's head in the center. The man has dark hair and is depicted from the shoulders up, facing to the right. His facial expression appears to be one of sadness or despair.

Below the man's head, there are tall grasses and plants that fill the bottom half of the image. The background of the print is white, with some yellow paint splatters scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of melancholy or introspection, with the man's somber expression and the muted color palette contributing to this mood.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-30

The image is a monochromatic painting with a white background. The painting features a field of tall grass, with a few yellow lines scattered throughout. The grass is depicted in shades of black and white, creating a sense of depth and texture. A person is standing in the middle of the field, wearing a white shirt and black pants. The person's head is tilted to the side, and their arms are outstretched. The person's face is not visible, adding to the mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere of the painting. The painting has a minimalist and abstract style, with a focus on the interplay between light and shadow. The use of black and white creates a sense of contrast and tension, while the yellow lines add a touch of color and movement to the composition. Overall, the painting evokes a sense of tranquility and introspection, inviting the viewer to reflect on the beauty and complexity of nature.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-30

The image features a monochromatic artwork with a predominantly black and white color scheme. The central figure is a man depicted in a crouching position, seemingly lost in thought or contemplation. The man's face is turned away from the viewer, adding an element of mystery to the scene. Surrounding the man is a field of tall, wheat-like stalks, which dominate the foreground and create a sense of depth and scale. The wheat stalks are rendered in various shades of black and white, with some areas highlighted in yellow, adding a touch of color to the otherwise monochromatic composition. The overall mood of the artwork is contemplative and introspective, with the man's posture and the vast expanse of the wheat field evoking a sense of solitude and introspection.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is an abstract print, likely a woodcut or linocut, characterized by bold lines, contrasting colors, and a slightly distressed aesthetic. It appears to depict a figure in a field of wheat.

Composition:

  • Foreground: A field of tall wheat or grass takes up the lower portion of the image. The wheat is rendered with fine, vertical black lines, interspersed with yellow lines, creating a sense of texture and depth.
  • Midground: The central figure appears to be a person, their head and upper body outlined and filled in with dark tones. They are leaning down, possibly among the wheat.
  • Background: The sky is suggested by large, abstract shapes of black and patches of yellow. The background is otherwise left blank.

Color and Tone:

  • The primary colors are black, yellow, and white. The stark contrast between the black and yellow against the white background is striking.
  • The use of line and texture suggests a sense of motion and a degree of roughness, contributing to the overall visual impact.

Style and Technique:

  • The image has a raw, expressive quality, suggestive of modernist or expressionist art.
  • The use of bold lines and simple shapes is characteristic of printmaking techniques.

Possible Interpretations:

  • The image could be interpreted as a scene of a person working in a field, a commentary on labor or the relationship between humans and nature.
  • The abstract shapes could be seen as representing a feeling of solitude or isolation.
  • The use of black and yellow might signify concepts of life, death, and the cyclical nature of existence.

Inscriptions:

  • There appear to be some artist's signatures and writing at the bottom, but they are difficult to decipher without a closer look.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The image is a printmaking piece on an off-white background. It is primarily black and white, with small amounts of yellow.

In the lower section of the print, tall grass is depicted, with black seed heads above thin black stalks. Several stalks are highlighted with yellow, creating contrast.

Above the grass, the image becomes more abstract. A central figure stands, apparently emerging from the grass. The figure is drawn in black outline with details on the head. The head has a vaguely human-like structure. The figure's body is incomplete.

Behind the figure, abstract shapes in black and yellow seem to represent a landscape or sky. There is a contrast between the detailed grass and the abstract forms above.

Text analysis

Google

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