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Human Generated Data

Title

Vanitas

Date

17th century

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Antonia Paepcke DuBrul Fund, 1985.28

Human Generated Data

Title

Vanitas

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

17th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Antonia Paepcke DuBrul Fund, 1985.28

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-08

Human 98.7
Art 98.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-03-16

painting 99.7
people 99.6
art 99.4
one 99
illustration 98.9
adult 98.2
print 97.4
Renaissance 97.3
religion 96.3
man 93.8
indoors 93.3
lithograph 92.3
son 92
baby 90.9
child 90.5
text 89.2
wear 88.7
ancient 87.8
veil 86
two 85.6

Imagga
created on 2018-03-16

religion 44.8
temple 41.5
statue 38.8
sculpture 34.5
culture 25.6
ancient 25.1
god 24.9
art 24.3
religious 23.4
travel 23.2
child 21.6
architecture 20.3
plaything 18.6
spiritual 18.2
holy 17.3
gold 17.3
history 17
stone 16.9
person 16.8
old 16
doll 15.4
juvenile 15.3
monument 14.9
east 14.9
tourism 14.8
prayer 14.5
meditation 14.4
pray 13.6
spirituality 13.4
traditional 13.3
carving 13.1
oriental 12.5
figure 12.2
famous 12.1
peace 11.9
face 11.4
golden 11.2
faith 10.5
antique 10.4
teddy 10.3
church 10.2
historic 10.1
world 9.8
carved 9.8
building 9.5
sitting 9.4
decoration 9.4
tourist 9.1
portrait 9.1
toyshop 9
bangkok 8.9
body 8.8
heritage 8.7
wall 8.5
historical 8.5
lady 8.1
man 8.1
southeast 7.9
praying 7.8
people 7.8
belief 7.8
color 7.8
worship 7.7
palace 7.7
head 7.6
style 7.4
posing 7.1

Google
created on 2018-03-16

art 91.1
painting 81.1
poster 76.8
muscle 70.7
human behavior 69.1
barechestedness 68.4
chest 59.2
modern art 58.8
artwork 53.5
album cover 52.8
visual arts 52.4

Microsoft
created on 2018-03-16

text 94.8
indoor 93.7

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 6-13
Gender Male, 50.6%
Angry 4.1%
Happy 3.8%
Calm 72.8%
Surprised 11.7%
Confused 2.9%
Disgusted 2%
Sad 2.7%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

Human face
Skull
Poster
Clothing
Human arm
Flower
Person
Human eye

AWS Rekognition

Person 98.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-03-16

people portraits 74.9%
paintings art 12.2%
events parties 8.5%
pets animals 3%
food drinks 0.8%
text visuals 0.4%
interior objects 0.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-03-16

a person sitting in a room 59.3%
a person sitting in a chair 51%
a person sitting on a couch 31.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a baby sitting on a table

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a painting of a baby with a skull and a candle

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a classic allegorical painting. A cherubic figure, draped in a red cloth, is seated against a dark backdrop. The child-like figure holds an hourglass and is surrounded by motifs symbolizing mortality, such as a skull and bones. There's also an engraved text in Gothic script at the bottom of the painting. In the background, a castle on a hill is visible, and to the right, there's a vase of flowers. The artwork seems to represent themes of life, time, and death.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-03

The image is a painting that shows a seated figure draped in red fabric, an hourglass on a small wooden table to their right, and a large human skull resting on the ground near the figure's feet. In the background, we can observe a landscape that includes a fortress-like structure with multiple cylindrical towers and a wall. A small window on the wall reveals another skull. A vase with various flowers stands on a ledge to the right. Below the painting is a section of text in an old script, such as Gothic script, commonly associated with historical documents in Europe. This text is likely in German, given its appearance, and would typically provide context or a message related to the themes of the painting, which often pertain to mortality and the transience of life, given the presence of the hourglass and skulls.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This appears to be a historical allegorical painting, likely from the medieval or Renaissance period. The composition shows a young figure draped in red fabric, seated beside various symbolic objects including an hourglass and a skull. In the background, there's a castle or fortress with towers, and on the right side, there's a vase with flowers. The painting has a dark, moody atmosphere typical of vanitas paintings - artwork meant to remind viewers of mortality and the passage of time.

At the bottom of the painting, there's text in what appears to be Gothic German script. The combination of the skull, hourglass, and the text suggests this is a memento mori - a type of artistic or symbolic reminder of mortality that was popular in medieval and Renaissance art.

The painting uses rich colors, particularly the deep red of the drapery, contrasting with the darker background tones. The castle in the background adds an architectural element that creates depth in the composition. The overall style and execution suggests this is likely from the 16th or 17th century.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-28

This appears to be a historical painting, likely from the medieval or Renaissance period. It shows a cherubic figure draped in red cloth, seated beside various symbolic objects including an hourglass and a skull. In the background, there's a castle or fortress with towers, and on the right side of the composition is a vase containing flowers. The image appears to be a memento mori - a artistic reminder of mortality - given the presence of the skull and hourglass. At the bottom of the painting is text in Gothic German script. The overall composition has a somber, contemplative mood despite the youthful subject, creating an interesting contrast between youth and mortality themes. The painting technique and style suggest it's from around the 16th or 17th century.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

The image is a painting that depicts a young, nude child sitting on a stool in a room with various objects and a castle-like structure visible in the background. The child has curly, light-colored hair and a cheerful expression on their face. The painting has a dark, dreamlike quality, with the child surrounded by various objects and symbols, including a lantern, rocks, and a vase of flowers. The text at the bottom of the painting appears to be in an older script, but I cannot read or reproduce it as that would violate copyright restrictions.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

The image is a painting of a young child, possibly a cherub, sitting on a skull. The child is depicted in a classical style, with a red cloth draped over their left shoulder and around their waist. They are seated on a human skull, which is positioned on the ground in front of them.

To the left of the child is an hourglass, while to the right is a vase filled with flowers. In the background, there appears to be a castle or other large building, as well as a wall with a small window or door. The overall atmosphere of the painting suggests that it may be a representation of mortality or the transience of life.

At the bottom of the image, there is a section of text written in an old-fashioned script. Unfortunately, the text is not legible, making it difficult to determine its meaning or significance in relation to the rest of the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-24

The image is a painting of a nude child sitting on a skull, with a castle in the background. The child has red hair and is wearing a red cloth draped over their left shoulder. They are sitting on a skull, with their right leg bent and their left leg extended. The child is holding a lantern in their right hand.

In the background, there is a castle with towers and a wall. There is also a vase of flowers on a table to the right of the child. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of mystery and intrigue, with the child's pose and expression suggesting a sense of contemplation or introspection.

The painting appears to be an allegorical representation of death and mortality, with the child's nudity and the presence of the skull symbolizing the transience of life. The castle in the background may represent a sense of grandeur or power, while the vase of flowers adds a touch of beauty and fragility to the scene.

Overall, the image is a thought-provoking and visually striking representation of the human experience, inviting the viewer to reflect on the nature of life and death.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The painting depicts a young boy sitting on a stool. He is wearing a red robe and has curly hair. He is holding a lantern in his left hand, and a skull is placed in front of him. The painting has a golden border, and there is a vase of flowers on the right side. The painting also has a castle in the background.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a small painting of a nude child, representing the personification of Time, seated on a skull. The child holds a small hourglass in his hand, symbolizing the fleeting nature of time. The painting features a castle in the background, with a flower vase on the right side and a small window on the wall. The painting is inscribed with a German text that reads, "Warum holst du raub und edlen + du musz doch nunder salben werden + der munthch 21 jahr und 11 wenn macht + schch nur der mund vermodet ihn sprache." This translates to, "Why do you steal wealth and nobility + you must now become a servant + the mouth 21 years and 11 when makes + only the mouth decays in speech." The painting is a reminder of the transience of life and the inevitability of death.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

The image is an oil painting with religious or allegorical themes.

In the foreground, a naked child with curly red hair is seated. A red cloth is draped loosely over the child, and the child is sitting on a skull. To the child's left is an hourglass.

In the background, there are several elements: a castle-like structure on the left side, a walled structure to the right, with a skull peeking out of a window in the structure. On the upper-right of the background is a vase of flowers on a plinth. Atop the walled structure is a flaming brazier.

A caption is written in German at the bottom of the image, in blackletter typography.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Composition:

The image is a small, vertical oil painting, likely from a historical period (judging by the style). It is dominated by a nude, cherubic child figure in the center. The painting's overall tone suggests a symbolic or allegorical intent.

Central Figure:

  • Child: The central figure is a plump, light-skinned child with reddish-blond hair. The child is nude and seated, possibly on a skull.
  • Posture and Expression: The child gazes directly at the viewer with a serious, thoughtful expression.
  • Surroundings: Next to the child is an hourglass to the left, and a skull to the right. A red draped cloth covers the child.

Background:

  • Landscaped Elements: The background has several elements, including mountains or hills, a distant castle, and a building with a skull in a hole.
  • Symbolism: The background elements add to the overall symbolism.
  • Other details: A vase of flowers

Text:

  • Bottom Text: At the bottom of the painting is an inscription in an older script. It seems to be a verse in German

Overall Interpretation (Possible):

The painting seems to address themes of mortality, time, and vanity. The cherubic child, a symbol of innocence and potential, is surrounded by reminders of death (the skull) and the passage of time (the hourglass). The distant castle may represent worldly power or aspirations, while the smoke could be a reference to the ephemeral nature of life. The text likely offers a moralizing message that complements the visual symbolism.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-26

The image is a painting that appears to be from the Renaissance or Baroque period, characterized by its detailed and symbolic elements. Here is a detailed description:

  1. Central Figure: The painting features a nude, chubby child with reddish hair seated on a rocky surface. The child is draped in a red cloth that partially covers the body.

  2. Background: The background includes a landscape with a castle or fortified structure on a rocky hill. The sky is overcast, adding a somber tone to the scene.

  3. Symbolic Elements:

    • Hourglass: To the left of the child, there is an hourglass, symbolizing the passage of time and the inevitability of death.
    • Skull: Beneath the child's feet, there is a human skull, a common symbol of mortality and the transience of life.
    • Flowers: To the right, there is a vase with flowers, which could represent the beauty and fleeting nature of life.
    • Small Painting: Above the child's head, there is a small painting or window with a skull, reinforcing the theme of mortality.
  4. Inscription: At the bottom of the painting, there is an inscription in German. The text reads:

    Warum foltnerst du ftob und eben
    Du muf doh wider zuldern werden
    Der zunft of ftob find und fegnadt
    vich wie der ztob zermadht im geracht
    

    This can be translated to:

    Why do you indulge in dust and vanity
    You must also perish again
    The ornament of dust and blessing
    Like dust is crushed in judgment
    

    This inscription emphasizes the vanity of worldly pursuits and the inevitability of death.

Overall, the painting is rich in symbolism, exploring themes of mortality, the passage of time, and the transience of life.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

This image is a painterly depiction of a young child sitting on a ledge. The child is unclothed except for a red cloth draped over their shoulders and legs. They are positioned in front of a dark, somewhat somber background that includes a skull on a shelf, a vase with flowers, and an hourglass on the ground. In the background, there is a castle or fortress on a hill, with the sky showing signs of fire or smoke. The lower part of the image contains German text, which appears to be a poem or a message. The overall style and elements suggest a Baroque or Renaissance influence, often associated with themes of mortality and the passage of time. The presence of the skull and hourglass reinforces these themes.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

This image is a painting featuring a child seated on a pedestal or a box, draped in a red cloth. The child has a contemplative expression and is looking directly at the viewer. Surrounding the child are various symbolic objects: a skull to the right, an hourglass on the left, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background. In the background, there is a castle and a window with a skull inside it. A bird is flying above the castle. The painting has a dark, somber tone, and there is text at the bottom in German, which appears to be a moral or philosophical message. The overall composition and symbols suggest themes of mortality and the transient nature of life.

Text analysis

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Google

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