Human Generated Data

Title

Many Cities (Rilke Portfolio)

Date

1968

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, M25631

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

Many Cities (Rilke Portfolio)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

1968

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Stephen Lee Taller Ben Shahn Archive, Gift of Dolores S. Taller, M25631

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2019-10-29

Drawing 98
Art 98
Sketch 93.8
Modern Art 72.9
Plot 72.7
Diagram 72.7
Plan 72.7
Painting 72.2
Doodle 62.1
Boat 55
Vehicle 55
Transportation 55

Clarifai
created on 2019-10-29

chalk out 99.2
illustration 98.9
vector 97.5
art 97.1
design 96.8
sketch 95.4
sketchy 94
symbol 93.8
graphic 93.6
retro 91.3
image 91.3
line 89.1
scribble 88.9
desktop 88.3
print 86
shape 85.4
pattern 84.8
vintage 84.6
man 82.9
decoration 82.5

Imagga
created on 2019-10-29

sketch 100
drawing 100
representation 100
design 25.9
black 22.9
art 22.5
silhouette 21.6
cartoon 17.9
outline 16.1
graphic 16.1
pattern 15.8
painting 15.4
grunge 14.5
shape 14.2
retro 14
frame 13.7
creative 13.3
vintage 13.3
element 13.2
clip art 13
man 12.1
animal 11.7
old 11.2
line 10.3
symbol 9.4
decorative 9.2
style 8.9
decoration 8.9
curve 8.8
banner 8.3
artwork 8.3
border 8.2
draw 7.9
artistic 7.8
contour 7.8
floral 7.7
landscape 7.5
backgrounds 7.3
farm 7.1
icon 7.1
male 7.1

Google
created on 2019-10-29

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

nintendo 100
sketch 99.8
drawing 99.5
text 99.2
art 85.6
cartoon 82.3
illustration 51.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Boat
Painting 72.2%

Categories

Imagga

text visuals 70.8%
paintings art 28.5%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-29

This image features an abstract ink drawing by artist Ben Shahn. The composition is created using bold black lines that form intricate, geometric patterns and shapes. The lines crisscross and intersect, creating a complex network of forms. Various segments are filled with diagonal, crosshatched, or triangular patterns, adding texture and depth to the piece. The drawing has a freeform, almost chaotic quality, yet the repetitive use of geometric shapes lends it a sense of structure and order. The artwork has a signature "Ben Shahn" in red ink at the bottom right corner. The background of the image is a plain, off-white color, allowing the black ink drawing to stand out prominently.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

This image features a black-and-white artwork consisting of abstract, linear designs that create an intricate, web-like composition. The lines are mostly straight or gently curved with variations in thickness, and they intersect and overlap to form various geometric shapes. Some shapes within the web are filled with a series of close parallel lines or stippled patterns, providing contrast and depth to the otherwise solid voids. Some shapes are suggestive of representational forms, such as a leaf-like or organic structure, indicating that the piece might borrow elements from nature or biology, yet it remains abstract and open to interpretation. The background is plain and serves to highlight the complexity of the linework. At the bottom of the work, there is a signature, which indicates the artist's name. The signature adds a personal touch and confirms the authenticity of the piece. The overall presentation leans towards modern or contemporary art, emphasizing form, texture, and the interplay between positive and negative space.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-29

This is an abstract ink drawing signed by Ben Shahn. The artwork features geometric and angular shapes created through a network of lines, triangles, and lattice-like patterns. The composition is made up of interconnected linear elements that create a complex structural form, somewhat reminiscent of architectural or mechanical drawings. The work is rendered in black ink on a light background, with strong emphasis on linear elements and negative space. The drawing has a modernist feel, with its abstract geometric style characteristic of mid-20th century artistic movements. The artist's signature appears in what appears to be red or orange at the bottom right corner of the piece.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-29

This image is a black-and-white line drawing or sketch of an abstract, geometric composition. The artwork consists of various overlapping and interlocking shapes that appear to be inspired by architectural or structural elements. The main forms resemble interconnected triangular trusses, lattices, or framework, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality on the flat page. The lines are loose and expressive, giving the drawing an energetic, improvisational quality. The composition fills most of the frame, with the artist's signature "Ben Shahn" visible in the lower right corner of the cream-colored background.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-29

The image appears to be an abstract, geometric drawing or illustration created by the artist Ben Shahn. The composition features various angular, overlapping shapes and lines, forming a complex and intricately patterned design. The lines and shapes are primarily black, creating a striking contrast against the off-white background. The overall style of the artwork suggests it is an example of abstract or non-representational art, focusing on the formal elements of line, shape, and composition rather than depicting any specific subject matter.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black and white abstract drawing on a beige background, with the artist's signature in orange at the bottom right corner. The drawing features a mix of geometric shapes, including triangles, squares, and rectangles, arranged in a seemingly random pattern. The lines are thick and bold, with some appearing to be hand-drawn while others may have been created using a ruler or other tool. The overall effect of the drawing is one of dynamic energy and movement, as if the shapes are in motion or about to burst apart. The use of black and white creates a sense of contrast and highlights the intricate details of the drawing. The artist's signature adds a touch of personality to the piece, suggesting that it was created by someone with a unique style and vision. Overall, the image is a striking example of abstract art, with its bold lines, geometric shapes, and dynamic composition making it a compelling and thought-provoking work.

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

The image features a striking black-and-white abstract drawing on a beige background, with the artist's signature in orange at the bottom right corner. The artwork is characterized by its intricate web of lines and geometric shapes, including triangles, rectangles, and circles, which are skillfully intertwined to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The drawing appears to be a unique piece, possibly created using a combination of techniques such as pen and ink or charcoal. The artist's use of bold lines and geometric shapes gives the artwork a dynamic and energetic feel, while the beige background provides a subtle contrast that allows the viewer to focus on the intricate details of the drawing. Overall, the image presents a captivating and thought-provoking piece of abstract art that invites the viewer to explore its intricate patterns and shapes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is a black-and-white drawing of an abstract structure. The structure is made up of various geometric shapes and lines, creating a complex and intricate design. The structure appears to be made up of several layers, with each layer consisting of different shapes and lines. The lines are thin and precise, giving the structure a delicate and intricate appearance. The structure is placed on a white background, which contrasts with the black lines and shapes.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a geometric and abstract form. The drawing is made up of various lines and shapes that create a complex and intricate pattern. The drawing appears to be a sketch or a preliminary study for a larger work, as it is not fully finished and has a rough, unfinished look. The drawing is signed by the artist, Ben Shahn, in the lower right corner.

Text analysis

Amazon

Benhan
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Google

Ben Shah
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