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Title

Composition

Date

1954

People

Artist: Xanti Schawinsky, Swiss 1904 - 1979

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Lydia Dorner in memory of Dr. Alexander Dorner, BR61.46

Copyright

© The Xanti Schawinsky Estate

Human Generated Data

Title

Composition

People

Artist: Xanti Schawinsky, Swiss 1904 - 1979

Date

1954

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Lydia Dorner in memory of Dr. Alexander Dorner, BR61.46

Copyright

© The Xanti Schawinsky Estate

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Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Drawing 99.5
Art 99.5
Sketch 99
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Outdoors 61.7
Building 60.7
Steeple 60.7
Spire 60.7
Architecture 60.7
Tower 60.7

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-10

illustration 99.6
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Imagga
created on 2018-02-10

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Google
created on 2018-02-10

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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird

Clarifai

Plant
Tree

AWS Rekognition

Bird 97.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-02-10

paintings art 97.5%
nature landscape 2.3%
beaches seaside 0.1%
food drinks 0.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-02-10

a close up of a piece of paper 64.4%
a piece of paper 64.3%
close up of a piece of paper 61.4%

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a drawing of a black and white drawing of a boat

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

an abstract drawing with black lines and black and white lines

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

This image is an abstract artwork created by Matti Schawinsky in 1954. The composition primarily consists of chaotic, overlapping black lines and shapes on a white background. The lines are arranged in various directions, creating a dynamic sense of movement and energy throughout the piece. The artist's use of black ink produces a dramatic contrast against the white background, highlighting the bold and expressive nature of the work. This art can be characterized by its freeform, non-representational style, capturing an essence of spontaneity and intensity. The signature and dedication ("For Axel & Lidia") in the lower left corner further personalize the piece.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-28

You've provided an abstract artwork that consists predominantly of black ink or paint on a white background. The image includes a series of energetic, dynamic strokes, dashes, and lines that appear to radiate outward from several denser, dark patches of color. These patches serve as focal points from which the lines extend, suggesting movement and chaos. The marks vary in thickness and intensity, creating a sense of depth and texture.

In the lower left corner of the image, there appears to be handwritten text, possibly by the artist, with a date that reads "1954," and further text that seems to be dedicated to individuals, potentially the names "Axel" and "Ida." This suggests that the piece may be personalized or was a gift. The expressionistic style of the piece could place it within the mid-20th century art movements that valued spontaneity and the conveyance of emotion.

The abstract nature of the image allows for multiple interpretations, and viewers might associate the forms and movements in the image with various natural phenomena, emotions, or completely imaginative concepts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This appears to be an abstract black and white artwork from 1964. The piece features dynamic, angular brushstrokes and marks that create a sense of movement and energy across the composition. The artwork is executed in what looks like ink or similar dark medium on a light background, with dramatic contrasts between bold black marks and the white paper. The strokes radiate outward in various directions, creating fan-like or explosive patterns. There are areas of heavy, dark concentration as well as lighter, more delicate linear elements. The overall effect is one of spontaneous, gestural movement captured in an abstract expressionist style. The image has a signature or inscription at the bottom left corner.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-26

This appears to be an abstract black and white artwork from 1964. The piece features dynamic, energetic brush strokes and marks that radiate outward in various directions, creating a sense of movement and explosion. The technique appears to be ink or similar medium on paper, with bold black strokes contrasting against the white background. The marks have a spontaneous, gestural quality, suggesting they were made with quick, decisive movements. There are areas of intense black concentration that anchor the composition, while lighter, more delicate lines spread out like rays or shards from these darker masses. The overall effect is one of controlled chaos and artistic energy captured in a moment.

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

This image appears to be an abstract, black and white etching or lithograph. It features a chaotic and dynamic composition of intersecting lines, shapes, and textures that create a sense of movement and energy. The contrasting dark and light areas, as well as the varied marks and gestures, suggest a powerful and expressive visual style. The overall impression is one of visual complexity and abstraction, conveying a sense of depth and dimension through the interplay of graphic elements.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

This image is a black and white abstract painting, likely created using ink or paint. The artwork features a central dark shape, surrounded by numerous lines radiating from it in various directions. These lines are of different lengths and thicknesses, with some appearing to be scratched into the surface while others seem to have been applied with a brush.

In the bottom-left corner, there is some handwritten text that reads "Saul Schawinsky 1954 for Axel + Lidia." This suggests that the painting was created by Saul Schawinsky in 1954 as a gift for Axel and Lidia. The overall effect of the painting is one of dynamic energy and movement, with the radiating lines creating a sense of tension and release.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-25

The image is a black and white abstract painting, created in 1954 by the renowned artist Yves Klein. The painting, titled "Untitled (Monogram)," is a quintessential example of Klein's work, characterized by its use of monochromatic colors and the incorporation of his signature monogram.

In this piece, Klein employs a single color, blue, to create a dynamic and expressive composition. The blue hue is applied in various forms, including brushstrokes, splatters, and drips, which give the painting a sense of movement and energy. The monogram, a stylized letter "Y" or "K" (Klein's initials), is also visible throughout the painting, adding an element of personal symbolism and signature to the work.

The overall effect of "Untitled (Monogram)" is one of simplicity and elegance, with the bold blue color dominating the composition and creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. The painting's abstract nature allows the viewer to interpret it in their own way, making it a thought-provoking and visually striking piece of art.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black and white artwork with a simple design. The artwork is a combination of lines and shapes that form a geometric pattern. The lines are in different sizes and directions, creating a dynamic and abstract composition. The shapes are irregular and have a rough texture, giving the artwork a sense of movement and energy. The artwork is signed and dated, indicating that it is a unique and original piece of art.

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

The image is an abstract artwork with a monochromatic black-and-white color scheme. The artwork features a combination of geometric shapes, lines, and curves that create a sense of movement and energy. The shapes and lines are arranged in a dynamic and chaotic manner, with some overlapping and intersecting with each other. The artwork appears to be printed on a white background, and the edges of the paper are visible, suggesting that it is a print or a reproduction.

Google Gemini

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

The image is an abstract black and white drawing or print, consisting mainly of lines and blotches. The dominant pattern is radial lines emanating from points both inside and outside the frame, creating a fan-like effect. Some areas are filled with thick, dark black, almost like a heavy ink blot. These blotches seem to obscure some of the underlying linework.

There are also scattered, more randomly oriented black lines that intersect the radial patterns, adding to the complexity and sense of movement. The overall texture appears somewhat rough, suggesting it was created with a brush or similar tool.

In the bottom left corner, there is what appears to be handwritten text, suggesting this may be an artist's signature or a dedication. It reads "xanti schawinsky 1934 for Axel+Lidia".

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is an abstract artwork, likely a drawing or print, characterized by dynamic lines and contrasting areas of black and white. The style suggests a focus on form and movement, with a somewhat expressionistic feel.

Visual Elements:

  • Lines: The dominant element is a network of lines. Some are thin and evenly spaced, like rays emanating from a point, while others are thick, bold strokes. The lines intersect and overlap, creating a sense of depth and complexity.
  • Shapes and Forms: The composition includes clusters of dense, black areas that appear to be built up from multiple strokes. These dark forms provide a strong contrast to the white or cream-colored background.
  • Texture: The varied line widths and the presence of thicker, textured areas imply a rich surface quality. The use of a medium like ink or charcoal may contribute to this texture.
  • Color: The image is primarily monochrome, with the contrast coming from the use of black and the background, which is a light beige or cream.

Composition and Style:

  • Dynamic Composition: The lines seem to radiate outwards, creating a sense of movement and energy. The placement of the dark shapes further amplifies this feeling.
  • Abstract Style: The artwork does not appear to represent any specific object or scene. Its focus is on the formal elements: lines, shapes, and contrast.
  • Informal Aesthetics: The hand-drawn quality and the loose, expressive strokes contribute to a more informal and spontaneous appearance.

Additional Details

  • The artwork has a signature along with the year of creation (1934). Also it appears to have a dedication to "Axel + Lidia".

In essence, this is a visually engaging abstract work, with a high contrast and a strong emphasis on line, form, and the expressive use of the medium.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is an abstract artwork created using a monochromatic palette, predominantly in shades of black and white. The composition features a dynamic arrangement of lines and shapes, suggesting movement and depth. The lines are bold and varied in thickness, creating a sense of texture and layering. The overall effect is one of chaotic energy, with intersecting lines and forms that appear to explode outward from a central point.

The artwork is signed "Xanti Schawinsky 1954" in the lower left corner, indicating the artist and the year of creation. Below the signature, there is a dedication that reads "For Axel + Lidia," suggesting that the piece may have been created as a gift or tribute to individuals named Axel and Lidia. The style and technique suggest an influence from abstract expressionism, characterized by its emphasis on spontaneous, emotional, and gestural application of paint.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image is an abstract drawing that appears to be created with a combination of brush strokes and possible Charcoal or ink. The art piece is dominated by a dynamic interplay of diagonal and vertical lines, creating a sense of movement and depth. The artist has used various tones of black and white, with some areas heavily shaded and others left light, adding contrast and a sense of dynamism. There are also some areas where the lines appear to overlap, creating a textured and layered effect. The overall composition is energetic and chaotic, with no discernible figures or objects, but rather an expression of form and motion. In the lower left corner, there is a signature and some text that reads "for Axel + Lidia," indicating that the artwork may be a personal gift or dedication. The year "1954" is also inscribed, suggesting the time period of creation.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image is an abstract artwork that uses a combination of black and white tones on a beige or off-white background. The composition features a dynamic array of lines and shapes that create a sense of movement and energy. The lines are drawn in various directions, some crossing each other, while others are parallel, giving the artwork a layered and textured appearance.

There are several darker areas that stand out against the lighter background, adding depth and contrast to the piece. These darker sections appear to be clusters of ink or charcoal, with some areas being more densely filled than others.

The artwork is signed and dated in the bottom left corner with the text "Xanti Schawinsky 1954 for Axel + Lidia." The signature suggests that this piece was created by Xanti Schawinsky in 1954 and is dedicated to Axel and Lidia. The style of the artwork is reminiscent of modernist or avant-garde art, with its emphasis on abstract forms and expressionistic techniques.

Text analysis

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