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Human Generated Data

Title

Psalm 133 (Nine Drawings Portfolio)

Date

1965

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, M25622

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

Psalm 133 (Nine Drawings Portfolio)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

1965

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Stephen Lee Taller Ben Shahn Archive, Gift of Dolores S. Taller, M25622

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-10-29

Bird 99.9
Animal 99.9
Text 99.8
Bird 96.8
Handwriting 94.6
Art 77
Drawing 77
Calligraphy 60
Doodle 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-10-29

illustration 96.7
bird 95.9
print 94.4
art 91.5
chalk out 90
text 89.7
card 88.8
no person 87.6
vector 85.9
retro 85.8
desktop 84.1
paper 84.1
visuals 80.7
scribble 80.6
vintage 80.5
symbol 80.3
design 78.8
graphic 78.7
engraving 76.4
nature 75.9

Imagga
created on 2019-10-29

red-backed sandpiper 59.1
sandpiper 49.2
shorebird 46.5
sketch 41.2
drawing 34.7
wading bird 30.4
representation 28.7
map 27.5
paper 26.6
vintage 24
old 21.6
plan 20.8
world 17.7
atlas 16.8
antique 16.7
sepia 15.5
travel 15.5
aquatic bird 15.2
money 14.5
geography 14.4
finance 14.4
business 14
book 13.4
journey 13.2
globe 13
route 12.7
road 12.6
states 12.6
currency 12.6
navigation 12.5
planet 12.5
city 12.5
financial 12.5
direction 12.4
capital 12.3
gold 12.3
navigate 11.8
find 11.7
guide 11.7
position 11.7
continent 11.6
tourism 11.5
bill 11.4
envelope 11.1
geographic 10.9
expedition 10.8
boundary 10.8
explore 10.8
location 10.8
wallpaper 10.7
discovery 10.7
country 10.7
tour 10.6
nation 10.4
print 10.4
dollar 10.2
page 10.2
cash 10.1
wealth 9.9
retro 9.8
close 9.7
dollars 9.7
pen 9.6
exchange 9.5
ancient 9.5
closeup 8.8
symbol 8.7
dutch 8.7
text 8.7
stamp 8.5
bank 8.5
texture 8.3
letter 8.3
investment 8.2
bird 8.1
religion 8.1
success 8
sea 8
information 8
design 7.9
mail 7.7
state 7.6
pencil 7.6
path 7.6
writing 7.5
stock 7.5
number 7.5
note 7.3
history 7.2
treasury 7

Google
created on 2019-10-29

Bird 95
Drawing 95
Sketch 88.3
Illustration 82.4
Beak 73.7
Partridge 69.5
Paper product 66.7
Art 62.5
Artwork 60.1
Paper 59.2
Falconiformes 56.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

text 99.9
drawing 98.3
sketch 98.1
book 93.8
bird 91
illustration 83.8
child art 80.3
ink 71.4
handwriting 69
cartoon 67.6

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 28-44
Gender Female, 52.6%
Confused 0.1%
Surprised 2.4%
Calm 92.3%
Sad 0.5%
Happy 1%
Disgusted 0.4%
Angry 0.8%
Fear 2.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Bird 99.9%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 92.1%
text visuals 7.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-10-29

a close up of a book 66.1%
close up of a book 59.4%
a close up of text on a book 56.7%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-24

a photograph of a bird with a bird on it's back and a bird on the back -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image features a drawing of two doves, one sketched with detailed lines on the left and another filled with shading on the right. The doves overlap slightly in the middle. Handwritten text fills the space, intertwining with the birds:

"Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore."

The artwork includes a red seal stamp and signature “Ben Shahn.” It's additionally numbered and signed in purple ink "Ben Shahn 104/300."

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

The image features two representations of a pigeon or dove, one outlined on the left and the other fully shaded on the right. Surrounding the birds is cursive handwriting, appearing to be a passage or a poem, with the text wrapping around the birds as if to frame them. There's also a red seal or stamp with Asian characters toward the bottom right corner, positioned next to the shaded pigeon, and a signature along with the edition number "104/300" on the bottom right, indicating that this may be a limited edition artwork. The handwritten text and the illustrations give this piece a personal and artistic touch.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be an artistic print featuring two doves or birds - one drawn in white outline on the left and one in dark gray/black on the right. Between and around the birds is handwritten text that appears to be a biblical psalm or religious verse discussing blessings, dew, and garments. There's a small red seal or stamp in the upper right corner. The artwork has a minimalist, calligraphic quality, combining illustration with text in an elegant composition. At the bottom right, there appears to be a notation that might be edition information, possibly "104/300" suggesting this is a numbered print.

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

The image depicts a sketch of two birds, one large and one small, along with handwritten text. The larger bird appears to be an adult and the smaller one its offspring.

The handwritten text is a poem or verse about the birds. It speaks of how "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" The text then describes the birds upon the mountain that rear their young, likening this to the dew of Hermon that descended upon Zion, which the Lord commanded his blessing upon for evermore.

The sketch is signed and dated "Ben Shahn 1954" in the lower right corner.

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

The image appears to be a drawing depicting a bird, likely a dove, along with handwritten text. The text provides a thoughtful and poetic description of the bird, referring to it as a "precious ointment" and describing its symbolic significance. The overall tone and style of the image suggest a contemplative or spiritual theme.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a piece of artwork featuring two birds and handwritten text, likely created by an artist or writer. The purpose of the image appears to be artistic expression or storytelling.

  • Two birds:
    • One bird is drawn in pencil on the left side of the image.
    • The other bird is painted in black ink on the right side of the image.
    • Both birds are facing each other, with their heads turned towards the viewer.
  • Handwritten text:
    • The text is written in cursive and appears to be a quote or passage from a book or poem.
    • The text is written in black ink and is placed between the two birds.
    • The text is not legible due to the image quality.
  • A signature:
    • The signature is located at the bottom-right corner of the image.
    • The signature is written in purple ink and appears to be the artist's name.
    • The signature is not legible due to the image quality.

The image suggests that the artist was inspired by nature and used the birds as a symbol or metaphor for their message. The handwritten text adds an element of personal expression and storytelling to the artwork.

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

This image presents a striking visual composition, featuring two birds and a passage of text. The birds are depicted in a simple yet elegant style, with one rendered in black and the other in gray. The text, written in black ink, is positioned between the birds and appears to be a quote or passage from a literary work.

The background of the image is a warm, off-white color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the birds and text. A small, red stamp is visible in the top-right corner of the image, adding a touch of vibrancy to the overall design.

In the bottom-right corner, a signature or notation is visible, although it is not entirely legible. The overall effect of the image is one of understated elegance, with the simple yet effective use of color and composition creating a sense of balance and harmony.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a piece of paper with a drawing of two birds and a poem written in calligraphy. The drawing of the birds is done in a monochromatic style, with one bird on the left and the other on the right. The poem is written in a cursive style, with the words flowing smoothly across the page. The paper appears to be of high quality, with a smooth texture and a slightly glossy finish.

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

The image is a drawing of two birds standing close to each other. The birds are facing each other and appear to be in a peaceful and harmonious state. The drawing is done in black and white, with some shading to give it depth and dimension. The background is plain white, with no other elements or distractions. The drawing appears to be a hand-drawn illustration, with a slightly rough and uneven quality to the lines and shading.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

The image is a monochromatic print on white paper. It features two stylized birds facing each other. The bird on the left is only drawn in outline while the one on the right is fully shaded in grayscale. The bird on the right is drawn standing with visible feet, while the outline of the bird on the left includes lines that mimic feet or legs. The background is a simple white, allowing the birds and text to stand out.

Calligraphic text in black ink is clustered between and around the birds. The text appears to be from a religious or poetic source, written in a cursive style with varying line thicknesses. A red, rectangular seal is positioned to the right of the birds, with what appears to be a signature written below the seal.

At the bottom right corner of the image, "Ben Shahn" is written along with the fraction "104/300," suggesting that this is a print from a limited edition of 300. The overall composition gives the impression of a delicate and thoughtful work of art.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white print featuring two doves, accompanied by a handwritten text. The style leans towards a minimalist aesthetic with expressive linework and watercolor-like washes.

Visual Elements:

  • Doves: Two doves are depicted, positioned side-by-side. One dove is rendered in a more solid, shaded style with darker tones, while the other is outlined with a lighter, more transparent line. The contrast between them is striking.
  • Text: The majority of the image space is occupied by handwritten text. The text curves around the doves, adding to the organic feel. The script is elegant and flows freely, making it a prominent visual element.
  • Details: A stamp-like marking in the upper right, and the artist's signature and a number designation (100/300) at the bottom.

Composition:

  • The composition is balanced, with the two doves anchoring the central space. The text forms a frame around the doves.

Style and Technique:

  • Medium: Appears to be an ink-based print, possibly with a watercolor technique.
  • Linework: The use of lines varies from delicate outlines to bold strokes, defining the shapes and adding depth.
  • Tone: The color palette is restricted, giving it a serious or spiritual tone.

Content:

  • The handwritten text features a message in a religious context. The combination of imagery (doves symbolizing peace) and the text suggest a message of harmony and blessing.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is an artistic print featuring two birds, likely doves, with a handwritten text overlay. The text appears to be a biblical passage, specifically from Leviticus 2:6, which reads:

"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore."

The print is signed by the artist, Ben Shahn, and is numbered 109/300, indicating it is part of a limited edition series. There is also a small red stamp in the upper right corner. The artwork combines drawing and calligraphy, blending visual and textual elements to convey a message of unity and divine blessing.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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