Human Generated Data

Title

Religious Scene

Date

19th-20th century

People

Artist: Hans van Meegeren, Dutch 1880 - 1947

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Eliot Farley, 1957.60

Human Generated Data

Title

Religious Scene

People

Artist: Hans van Meegeren, Dutch 1880 - 1947

Date

19th-20th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Eliot Farley, 1957.60

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Person 98.5
Human 98.5
Art 97.6
Painting 96

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

art 99.8
people 99.4
illustration 98.6
wear 97.9
adult 96.9
painting 96.1
print 95.7
smoke 95.5
vintage 94.9
man 94.9
group 93.6
veil 93.1
paper 92.9
woman 90.2
portrait 89.3
fog 85.8
tree 85.3
child 84.7
soldier 84.6
collage 84.5

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

fountain 100
structure 100
grunge 28.1
black 24
old 22.3
texture 21.5
vintage 21.5
screen 20.4
antique 19.9
pattern 18.5
window screen 17.2
dirty 17.2
art 16.3
grungy 16.1
landscape 15.6
frame 15
forest 14.8
retro 14.8
wall 14.5
border 14.5
paint 13.6
water 13.3
canvas 13.3
space 13.2
park 13.2
aged 12.7
dark 12.5
protective covering 12.4
silhouette 12.4
tree 11.5
outdoor 11.5
man 11.4
text 11.4
graphic 10.9
rough 10.9
damaged 10.5
weathered 10.5
trees 9.8
fog 9.6
textured 9.6
stream 9.5
paper 9.4
power 9.2
wallpaper 9.2
design 9
digital 8.9
cool 8.9
burnt 8.7
light 8.7
rust 8.7
stained 8.7
ancient 8.6
worn 8.6
travel 8.4
color 8.3
covering 8.3
environment 8.2
vacation 8.2
morning 8.1
material 8
natural 8
river 8
burned 7.8
cold 7.7
stain 7.7
sky 7.7
rusty 7.6
outdoors 7.5
negative 7.4
sunset 7.2
surface 7.1
scenic 7

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

text 99.5
painting 95.8
drawing 94.8
sketch 87.5
person 79.1

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Female, 50.4%
Disgusted 45%
Fear 45%
Surprised 45%
Angry 46.3%
Happy 45%
Calm 53.5%
Confused 45%
Sad 45.2%

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 98.5%
Painting 96%

Categories

Imagga

pets animals 61.9%
nature landscape 37.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-24

an old photo of a person 77.6%
a black and white photo of a person 67.1%
old photo of a person 67%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a black and white drawing of a woman in a white dress -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-04

This image depicts an artwork with a monochromatic palette, primarily in shades of black, white, and gray. It shows a scene with three main subjects:

  1. On the left side, we see a person dressed in flowing, dark garments, seated and appearing to be in a contemplative or prayerful pose, with hands slightly raised and outward. The person's head is bowed or tilted downward, suggesting a gesture of reverence or reflection.

  2. At the center, there is a glowing or illuminated figure that appears to be wearing a veil or shroud. This figure emanates an ethereal light, contrasting sharply with the surrounding darkness. It seems to symbolize a spiritual or supernatural presence, possibly a vision or an apparition. The radiant figure does not have distinctly defined features but its luminosity and central placement draw the viewer's focus.

  3. On the right side, there is an animal resembling a cow or a bull. The animal stands facing the left, with its head turned slightly toward the viewer. It has prominent, dark eyes and the overall silhouette suggests a calm demeanor.

The background is quite dark and impressionistic, with hints of trees and a suggestion of outdoor or rural setting. The brushwork appears loose and expressive, adding to the mystical or dream-like quality of the scene. The signature in the bottom left corner indicates the artist's name, but it is not legible in this representation. The darkness of the image, the depicted subjects, and the overall mood suggest themes of spirituality, contemplation, and the intersection between the natural and the supernatural.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-29

This appears to be a dark, moody religious or spiritual painting depicting a nighttime scene. In the composition, there are two figures - one appears to be kneeling or sitting in dark clothing, while another figure is shown in bright white, creating a strong contrast and appearing almost luminous or ghost-like. A donkey can be seen to the right side of the image. The setting appears to be outdoors, with dark trees or foliage visible in the background. The painting style is somewhat loose and atmospheric, with areas of deep shadow and dramatic lighting effects. The overall tone is mystical and otherworldly, suggesting a supernatural or divine encounter.

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

The image depicts a shadowy figure seated in a landscape, with a ghostly apparition or vision appearing in the background. The scene has a somber, ethereal quality, with the dark, atmospheric brushstrokes creating a sense of mystery and drama. The figure and the apparition seem to be engaged in some kind of interaction or encounter, though the precise nature of this interaction is not entirely clear. The overall tone of the image is one of contemplation, reflection, and a sense of the supernatural or otherworldly.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-29

The image depicts a black-and-white painting of a man kneeling in prayer, with a donkey standing nearby. The man is dressed in dark attire and has his hands clasped together as he prays. The donkey appears to be looking at the man, and there is a bright light emanating from behind him.

In the background, there are trees and a dark sky, which suggests that the scene is taking place at night or in a dimly lit area. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of reverence and contemplation, as the man is deeply engaged in prayer and the donkey seems to be watching over him.

The painting is framed by a wooden border, which adds to its rustic and earthy feel. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom-left corner of the painting, but it is not legible. Overall, the image conveys a sense of peace and tranquility, and invites the viewer to reflect on the importance of prayer and contemplation.

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

The image is a black-and-white painting of a man and woman in a forest, accompanied by a donkey. The man, dressed in dark attire, sits on a rock with his hands outstretched, facing the woman. The woman, wearing a long white dress, stands with her hands clasped together, gazing at the man. A donkey stands to the right of the woman, its head turned towards the man.

The background of the painting features trees and a body of water, creating a serene atmosphere. The overall mood of the painting is one of contemplation and connection between the two figures, set against the peaceful backdrop of nature.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image is a black-and-white drawing depicting a man sitting by a fire with a goat standing beside him. The man is sitting on the ground, and his head is slightly bowed. He is wearing a hat and a long coat. The goat is standing next to the man, and its head is turned towards the man. The fire is burning in the foreground, and there are trees in the background. The drawing has a vintage look, and it appears to be an old drawing.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image is a black-and-white painting of a man sitting in front of a fire in the forest. The man is wearing a hat and is looking to the right, with his hands clasped together. He seems to be praying. The fire is in front of him, and there is a donkey standing next to it. Behind the man, there are trees and a house.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

The black-and-white photograph features a scene that appears to be from a religious or biblical context. The composition is characterized by a dark, shadowy background, likely representing a forest or wilderness setting, with vague, indistinct trees and foliage.

In the foreground, a man, possibly Joseph, is depicted with a beard and wearing a head covering. He is sitting or kneeling, and his hands are clasped together in what could be a gesture of prayer or supplication. Adjacent to him is a figure shrouded in a veil or white garment, possibly representing Mary, and her figure radiates light, suggesting a divine presence or the miracle of the Annunciation.

To the right of Mary, a donkey is standing, a common element in depictions of the Nativity story. The overall mood of the image is somber and contemplative, with a strong emphasis on light and shadow, adding a dramatic and spiritual quality to the scene.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white painting, likely a reproduction or a photograph of a painting. It evokes a sense of mystery and possibly a spiritual or religious theme. The style is dark and dramatic, with a strong contrast between light and shadow.

Composition:

  • Central Figures: The painting seems to depict a man in a dark cloak seated, perhaps in a kneeling posture, facing a ghostly white figure veiled in white. The ghostly figure is surrounded by light.
  • Secondary Figure: Beside the ghostly figure is a donkey.
  • Setting: The scene appears to be outdoors, possibly in a forested area or by a body of water. The background is indistinct, filled with dark, shadowy forms.

Light and Shadow:

  • The primary source of light appears to emanate from the veiled figure, highlighting it and the immediate surrounding area.
  • The surrounding environment is cast in deep shadows, creating a stark contrast that draws the viewer's eye to the central figures.

Style and Technique:

  • The painting appears to have been done with a focus on the emotional and symbolic content rather than precise detail.
  • The brushstrokes are visible but not overly detailed, lending a certain expressive quality to the work.
  • The tonal range (the spectrum of light and shadow) is quite broad, enhancing the dramatic effect.

Possible Themes:

Based on the imagery, the painting might depict a religious scene, a vision, or a moment of spiritual significance. The central figures could represent a holy encounter, a mystical vision, or a metaphorical representation of faith or belief.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a painting. The painting appears to depict a scene with three figures and a donkey in a wooded area. The scene is dimly lit, with a central figure that seems to be glowing or illuminated, suggesting a supernatural or ethereal quality.

Here are some detailed observations:

  1. Figures:

    • There are three human figures in the painting.
    • The central figure is brightly illuminated, wearing what appears to be a flowing garment, possibly a robe or dress.
    • To the left of the central figure, there is a person kneeling or sitting, dressed in darker clothing, possibly a cloak or coat.
    • Another figure stands to the right of the central figure, also dressed in dark clothing.
  2. Donkey:

    • A donkey is present to the right of the central figure, standing calmly.
  3. Background:

    • The background consists of trees and foliage, creating a dense, forest-like setting.
    • The lighting in the background is darker, emphasizing the illumination of the central figure.
  4. Artistic Style:

    • The painting has a somewhat impressionistic style, with visible brushstrokes and a focus on light and atmosphere.
    • The use of light and shadow creates a dramatic contrast, drawing attention to the central figure.
  5. Signature:

    • There is a signature in the bottom left corner of the painting, but it is not clearly legible in the photograph.

The overall mood of the painting is mystical and serene, with a strong emphasis on the contrast between light and darkness.

Text analysis

Amazon

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