Human Generated Data

Title

Bark

Date

1989

People

Artist: Albert Oehlen, German 1954 -

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Carol and Richard Selle, 1992.261

Copyright

© Albert Oehlen / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

Bark

People

Artist: Albert Oehlen, German 1954 -

Date

1989

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Carol and Richard Selle, 1992.261

Copyright

© Albert Oehlen / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-30

Art 79.4
Drawing 79.4
Wood 70.7
Plot 66.6
Plan 66.6
Diagram 66.6
Text 64
Tabletop 62.1
Furniture 62.1
Door 58.4

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-30

wood 97.5
wooden 97.3
old 95.5
desktop 94.6
retro 94.4
wall 91.9
no person 90.5
rough 90.3
expression 90
board 89.9
surface 89.5
panel 89.3
design 89.2
vintage 88.8
texture 88.8
pattern 87.3
inside 86.2
construction 85.3
fabric 84.8
family 84.6

Imagga
created on 2020-04-30

locker 71
fastener 68.5
old 54.4
texture 50.7
restraint 50.3
device 43.9
grunge 41.7
wooden 37.8
wood 36.7
wall 35.9
textured 35.1
pattern 34.2
rough 33.7
dirty 33.4
antique 33.4
surface 30.9
aged 30.8
vintage 30.6
material 28.6
rusty 28.6
iron 27.1
door 25
weathered 23.8
metal 23.3
design 22.5
plank 22.5
panel 21.7
board 20.8
ancient 20.8
brown 20.6
retro 20.5
frame 20
backdrop 19.8
detail 19.3
grungy 19
floor 18.6
timber 17.6
rust 17.3
paint 17.2
wallpaper 16.9
buzzer 16.5
metallic 15.7
gray 15.3
worn 15.3
plate 15.3
safe 15.2
sheet 15
building 14.6
structure 14.5
hardwood 13.8
industrial 13.6
rustic 13.4
damaged 13.4
paper 13.3
architecture 13.3
signaling device 13.2
close 13.1
construction 12.8
lock 12.7
gate 12.6
entrance 12.6
dark 12.5
steel 12.4
striped 12.2
grain 12
exterior 12
pine 11.8
border 11.8
decorative 11.7
fence 11.6
closed 11.6
effect 11
color 10.6
backgrounds 10.6
obsolete 10.5
latch 10.5
blank 10.3
industry 10.3
rule 10.2
doorway 9.8
oak 9.8
slide rule 9.8
aluminum 9.7
decor 9.7
vertical 9.6
handle 9.6
closeup 9.4
strongbox 9.4
natural 9.4
tree 9.2
art 9.2
furniture 9
doors 8.9
carpentry 8.8
heavy 8.6
painted 8.6
hole 8.6
seamless 8.6
measuring stick 8.2
lines 8.1
rivets 7.9
exit 7.9
bolt 7.9
artistic 7.8
analog computer 7.8
nail 7.8
empty 7.7
box 7.7
hard 7.6
row 7.5
page 7.4
instrument 7.4
decoration 7.3
yellow 7.3
home 7.2
measuring instrument 7.1

Google
created on 2020-04-30

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-30

sketch 93.8
text 93.7
drawing 93.3
white 74.8
door 46.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Door
Door 58.4%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-30

a close up of a white door 49.3%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a drawing of a cross - section of a wood paneled wall -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-03-08

The image shows a black and white photograph of a drawing or artwork depicting an abstract arrangement that resembles pieces of wood or wooden planks. The elements in the drawing are rendered with simple line work that mimics the natural patterns and knots of wood grain. Several "planks" are arranged in a way that seems to create a disjointed, almost cubic, structure but with no cohesive three-dimensional form.

Towards the bottom center of the artwork, there's an oval shape with the word "Rinde" (which means "bark" in German) scribbled inside it, suggesting the depicted texture could represent the bark of a tree. Also, at the bottom right corner, there appear to be initials "A. Roda '83," which might refer to the artist's signature and the year the work was created.

The photograph itself has signs of age or wear, with water stains, specks, and irregularities on the surface, adding a layer of texture that complements the texture represented in the drawing. Despite any contextual information, the work seems to explore themes of texture, nature, and perhaps transformation or deconstruction.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-03-08

The image appears to be a detailed line drawing that represents a top-down view of a wooden structure, possibly a handcrafted item or a model. The structure is composed of several planks of wood arranged in a cross-like or star-like pattern, with the central rectangular section being the largest. Each plank is detailed with grain patterns and knots typical of wood.

The center of the drawing features a darkened oval shape with the word "Pind" inscribed on it. The drawing includes blotches and smudges, which might be intentional to emulate the appearance of aged or weathered wood. The overall artwork is monochrome, with emphasis on the texture and patterns of the wood grain.

In the bottom right corner, the drawing is signed "A. Calder 89," suggesting it was created by the artist named A. Calder in the year 1989. The image contains some staining or aging marks, contributing to its rustic feel.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-03-03

The image appears to be a black and white drawing or sketch of what looks like sections of wooden planks or boards. The drawing depicts the texture and grain patterns of the wood, with various lines, shapes, and markings representing the natural characteristics of the material. The word "Rinde" (which means "bark" in German) is written at the bottom of the image, suggesting the drawing may depict the bark or outer layer of a tree or wooden surface. The overall style and execution of the drawing seems to have an abstract or minimalist quality, focusing on the inherent visual qualities of the wood itself.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-03-03

The image shows a black and white sketch or drawing of an abstract wooden composition. It consists of various rectangular wooden planks or boards arranged in a roughly cross-like pattern, with knots and grain visible in the wood texture. The planks have an aged, weathered appearance. Some circular knot holes perforate through the wood in places. The composition is signed "A. Calder 39" in the bottom right, likely indicating this is an original artwork by the artist Alexander Calder from the year 1939. The sketch has an improvisational, gestural quality to the linework.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-03-03

This appears to be a black and white drawing or sketch depicting wood grain patterns. The image is composed of several rectangular sections arranged in a patchwork style, each showing detailed line work representing the natural patterns found in wood, including knots and grain lines. At the bottom of the composition, there appears to be a label or text that reads "Pinus" (which is the scientific name for pine trees). The drawing is signed and dated "A. Cohlen 87" in the bottom right corner. The overall effect creates an interesting study of wood textures and patterns, possibly meant to illustrate different cuts or sections of pine wood.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image is a black-and-white sketch of a wooden door with a cross-shaped design, featuring a large cross in the center and a smaller one on the right side. The door is made of wood and has a rough, textured appearance, with visible knots and grain patterns. The cross is drawn in a simple, bold style, with thick lines and minimal details. The background of the image is a light gray color, with some faint marks and smudges visible around the edges.

The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the bold lines and clean design creating a sense of clarity and focus. The use of a cross-shaped design adds a sense of symbolism and meaning to the image, suggesting a connection to faith or spirituality.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image is a black and white sketch of a wooden structure, possibly a door or a wall. The sketch appears to be hand-drawn and features a series of vertical lines that resemble wood grain, with some horizontal lines that may represent beams or other structural elements. There are also some darker spots on the sketch that could be intended to represent knots or other imperfections in the wood.

In the bottom center of the sketch, there is a dark oval shape with the word "Rinde" written in white letters across it. This may be a label or a signature, but its meaning is unclear without more context.

The background of the sketch is a plain white surface, which suggests that it may have been created on paper or another flat material. Overall, the image appears to be a simple yet detailed representation of a wooden structure, possibly created for artistic or architectural purposes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-12

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a wooden structure, possibly a house or a building. The drawing is made up of several wooden planks arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some of the planks having holes or knots in them. The structure appears to be made of wood, and the drawing is quite detailed, with the wood grain visible on some of the planks. The drawing also includes the word "Rinde," which is German for "bark," and the year "89," which may indicate the year the drawing was made.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-12

The image is a black and white drawing of a wooden structure. The structure is composed of multiple wooden planks arranged in a grid-like pattern. The planks are oriented both horizontally and vertically, creating a complex and detailed design. The planks have visible wood grain and knots, which add texture and depth to the drawing. The structure appears to be a door or a window frame, with a handle and a latch visible on the left side. The drawing is signed by the artist, "A. Ochsler, 89," in the bottom right corner. The overall composition is intricate and detailed, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the texture and form of the wooden structure.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-25

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white artistic sketch of what appears to be a stylized stack or composition of wooden planks or boards. The planks are arranged in a slightly overlapping fashion, creating a geometric, almost abstract structure.

The artist has represented the wood grain with vertical lines and knots, suggesting the texture and appearance of wood. The style is reminiscent of pen or ink drawing, and the lines are somewhat fluid and organic, rather than perfectly straight.

At the bottom center of the composition, there is what appears to be a leaf with the word "Rinde" written on it.

The overall tone of the image is artistic and slightly surreal, given the stylized representation and the placement of the leaf with text. The image seems to have been created in 1989, based on the artist's signature at the bottom right corner.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-25

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:
The image is a black and white drawing, likely a print or ink rendering, featuring an abstract, somewhat architectural composition. The style is minimalist, focusing on lines, textures, and shapes.

Composition:

  • Main Structure: The central focus is a composition of wooden planks. These planks are arranged in a somewhat cross-like or layered manner, suggesting a constructed form. The grain of the wood is emphasized with vertical lines.
  • Text and Details: Below the main structure is a shape that seems like a piece of plant/leaf, with the German word "Rinde" (meaning "bark" or "rind") written across it. The image contains some additional features, such as dark spots suggesting the wood has been damaged.
  • Background and Texture: The background of the image is not purely white. It has a slightly mottled or stained appearance, suggesting the surface the drawing was made on.

Style and Technique:

  • Line Work: The artwork is defined by the use of lines that vary in thickness, creating a sense of depth.
  • Abstract Interpretation: The drawing is semi-abstract, possibly suggestive of architectural elements or a constructed structure, but it is not literal.

Overall Impression:
The image conveys a sense of simplicity, age, and possibly a connection to natural materials. The black and white format adds to the artwork's timeless quality, with the text hinting at a deeper, symbolic meaning or relationship to nature.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white sketch depicting a wooden structure, possibly a barn or a rustic building. The drawing features a series of wooden planks arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with visible knots and grain patterns on the wood. The planks are of varying lengths and are positioned both horizontally and vertically, creating a patchwork effect.

In the lower center of the drawing, there is a small, detailed depiction of a leaf with the word "Pinde" written on it. The leaf appears to be placed on one of the horizontal planks, adding a touch of natural element to the otherwise man-made structure.

The sketch is signed "A. Gohlen 89" in the bottom right corner, indicating the artist's name and the year the drawing was created. The overall style of the drawing is detailed and realistic, capturing the texture and character of the wooden planks.

Text analysis

Amazon

Rinde
A.Oen8g
HATRYBIDISEE

Google

Rinde OHIARNYBDIS
Rinde
OHIARNYBDIS