Human Generated Data

Title

Corbel with an Animal's Head

Date

c. 1100-1130

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Alpheus Hyatt Purchasing Fund, 1949.47.112

Human Generated Data

Title

Corbel with an Animal's Head

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

c. 1100-1130

Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Alpheus Hyatt Purchasing Fund, 1949.47.112

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-08-30

Archaeology 100
Rock 100
Face 92.8
Head 92.8
Person 75.5
Sundial 56.6
Limestone 56.1
Gravestone 56
Tomb 56
Accessories 55.5
Mineral 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-11-02

stone 98.8
no person 98.4
ancient 97.8
old 97
art 97
sculpture 96.4
one 94.8
retro 94.6
architecture 91.8
rock 91.7
archaeology 90.8
antique 90.5
wear 89
marble 88.5
museum 87.4
texture 85.1
statue 84.5
building 83.9
industry 83.3
desktop 83

Imagga
created on 2018-11-02

memorial 91.4
gravestone 87.9
stone 81.1
structure 50.7
ruler 34.2
ancient 33.7
grave 30.6
megalith 26.5
old 25.1
rock 20.9
history 20.6
travel 20.4
antique 19
sculpture 18.5
culture 17.9
monument 17.8
statue 17.4
historic 16.5
landmark 16.3
tourism 15.7
architecture 15.6
religion 14.3
historical 14.1
cemetery 13.6
texture 13.2
famous 13
tourist 12.7
close 12.6
art 12.5
wall 12
building 11.9
mystery 11.5
sky 11.5
temple 11.4
paper 11
ruin 10.7
brown 10.3
grunge 10.2
vintage 9.9
sand 9.9
archeology 9.8
mountain 9.8
detail 9.7
landscape 8.9
textured 8.8
attraction 8.6
england 8.6
park 8.2
aged 8.1
closeup 8.1
design 7.9
carving 7.8
ruins 7.8
museum 7.8
stones 7.6
religious 7.5
city 7.5
place 7.4
national 7.2
black 7.2
grass 7.1

Google
created on 2018-11-02

Microsoft
created on 2018-11-02

building 98.1
outdoor 86.4
piece 80.7
building material 69.5
megalith 32
stone 10.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Person 75.5%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-30

a photograph of a stone head of a head of a man -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-06

This image shows a roughly-carved stone block, likely of historical or archaeological significance. The stone features decorative elements resembling a stylized motif. There is a vertical design with rounded swirl-like carvings near the lower portion of the stone's face, and a fluted or grooved feature at the top. The stone appears weathered and eroded, suggesting it is a relic from an ancient or historical site. It has been placed on a wooden block for support, and the background is a plain, dark backdrop that directs focus toward the artifact. Debris and tools can be seen scattered on the ground around the artifact, indicating it is either in a workshop or under study.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-06

The image depicts a roughly-shaped stone block with a carved decorative element resembling part of an architectural structure, likely an Ionic capital. The main features include a volute-like spiral motif on the side, reminiscent of the scroll designs found on an Ionic column capital. The stone block is positioned upright, supported by a wooden block beneath it, and is set against a dark background. The surface of the stone appears weathered and textured, indicating age and exposure to the elements. The photograph seems to be taken in a controlled setting, possibly as part of an archaeological or architectural study.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a large, irregularly shaped rock or stone fragment resting on a wooden block. The rock appears to be weathered and textured, with visible grooves and indentations on its surface. The image is in black and white, giving it a stark and dramatic appearance against the dark background.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-10

This image shows what appears to be an ancient architectural fragment or stone artifact. It's a light-colored, weathered stone piece with decorative carving or molding visible on its surface. The stone fragment is propped up on what looks like a wooden block against a dark background. The stone has a rough, aged texture and appears to be part of a larger architectural element, possibly from a column, cornice, or other structural component. The black and white photography emphasizes the texture and dimensional qualities of the artifact.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a large, weathered stone object with a rough, uneven surface and a rectangular shape. The object is positioned at an angle, with its left side facing the camera and its right side facing away. It appears to be made of a light-colored stone, possibly limestone or marble, and has a rough texture with visible cracks and imperfections.

The object features a series of carved designs on its surface, including what appears to be a floral pattern or a series of concentric circles. The carvings are not particularly detailed or intricate, but they add to the overall aesthetic of the object.

In the background, there is a dark-colored wall or backdrop that provides a stark contrast to the light-colored stone object. The floor beneath the object is also visible, and it appears to be made of a smooth, flat material such as concrete or tile.

Overall, the image suggests that the object is an ancient or historical artifact, possibly from a museum or archaeological site. The rough texture and weathered appearance of the stone suggest that it has been exposed to the elements for a long time, and the carved designs may indicate that it has some cultural or symbolic significance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a stone carving, possibly an ancient artifact, resting on a wooden block. The stone appears to be weathered and has a rough texture, with visible cracks and crevices. The carving itself depicts what seems to be a face or mask, featuring two circular eyes and a mouth. Above the eyes, there are vertical lines that may represent hair or a headpiece.

The stone is positioned at an angle, leaning against the wooden block, which is placed on a flat surface. The background of the image is dark, suggesting that it was taken in a studio or against a black backdrop. Overall, the image presents a mysterious and intriguing artifact that could be of historical or cultural significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a stone structure with intricate carvings. The stone structure is placed on a wooden platform. The stone is carved with a design that resembles a pair of eyes and a nose, giving it a human-like appearance. The stone appears to be old and worn, with some parts showing signs of wear and tear. The background is plain and dark, with no other objects or distractions.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a stone sculpture. The sculpture is placed on a wooden block and appears to be a fragment of an ancient architectural element, possibly a capital or a decorative stone. The stone has an irregular shape, with one side showing a carved design. The carved design features a series of concentric circles or rings, which could represent a stylized sun or a symbolic motif. The surface of the stone is weathered, with visible cracks and erosion, indicating its age and exposure to the elements. The background is dark, emphasizing the sculpture and its intricate details.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-30

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image is a black and white photograph of a large, roughly hewn stone block. The block appears to be a sculpted head of an animal or a creature, possibly a bull or other horned animal. The sculpture is supported by a small wooden block.

Specific Details:

  • Sculpture: The head is the dominant feature. It has a rough, weathered surface suggesting age. The features are simplified and stylized:
    • Circular, spiral-like carvings are likely for eyes.
    • A series of vertical lines carved into the top of the head, which could be the remnants of horns or a headdress.
  • Stone Block: The stone itself is irregularly shaped and textured. The surface shows evidence of weathering and possibly damage.
  • Support: A rectangular wooden block is placed beneath the stone, presumably to stabilize it.
  • Background: The background is a dark, possibly black, curtain or fabric.
  • Setting: The stone sits on a light-colored, possibly concrete or tiled floor.

Overall Impression:

The photograph conveys a sense of antiquity and possibly archeological significance. The subject suggests a glimpse into a historical or cultural past. The photograph's composition focuses on the starkness of the stone and the contrast with the dark background.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-30

Here is a description of the image:

A black and white photograph shows a large, weathered stone carving that appears to be a stylized animal head. The carving is rough and has visible signs of age and wear. It has a somewhat cubic form with rounded edges and is resting on a concrete surface. A small wooden block has been placed beneath the carving to support it, preventing it from fully resting on the ground.

The head features simplified, circular patterns that suggest eyes, and a series of parallel lines carved above, perhaps representing hair or a headdress. The overall impression is one of antiquity, suggesting the object could be an artifact from an archaeological site or a historical sculpture.

The background is plain and dark, contrasting with the light color of the stone and highlighting its texture and form. The lighting in the image is even, with soft shadows that accentuate the three-dimensional qualities of the carving. There are bits of debris on the floor in front of the rock.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a stone sculpture of a human head. The sculpture appears to be ancient and weathered, with visible signs of erosion and damage. The head is carved in a stylized manner, with distinct facial features including large, circular eyes and a prominent nose. The hair is depicted in a linear, patterned fashion, suggesting it may represent a headdress or stylized hair. The sculpture is mounted on a wooden block, likely for display or support. The background is dark, which contrasts with the lighter stone and helps to highlight the details of the sculpture. The overall condition of the sculpture indicates it has been exposed to the elements over a long period.