Human Generated Data

Title

The Life of Alexander the Great: Title Sheet with the Coat of Arms of the Duke of Croy

Date

1608

People

Artist: Antonio Tempesta, Italian 1555 - 1630

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Department of Architecture by exchange, S8.22.1

Human Generated Data

Title

The Life of Alexander the Great: Title Sheet with the Coat of Arms of the Duke of Croy

People

Artist: Antonio Tempesta, Italian 1555 - 1630

Date

1608

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Department of Architecture by exchange, S8.22.1

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-02

Text 93.6
Art 72

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-18

illustration 99.6
picture frame 98.4
engraving 98.3
victorian 98.2
vintage 98.2
art 96.7
ornate 96.3
retro 95.8
antique 94.8
vector 94.2
card 92.9
bill 92.6
margin 90.7
decoration 90
invitation 90
print 89.8
coil 88.3
text 87.7
banner 87.6
design 87.6

Imagga
created on 2018-04-18

map 48.9
vintage 43.9
retro 43.5
arabesque 43.1
design 41.2
representation 39.1
floral 35.8
art 35.4
border 34.4
frame 34.3
pattern 34.3
decoration 33.4
decorative 32.6
antique 32.2
ornate 32.1
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card 26.9
element 26.5
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swirl 25.9
style 23
leaf 22.6
decor 22.2
drawing 21.9
silhouette 21.6
damask 20.2
flower 20
paper 19.6
grunge 19.6
elements 19.5
scroll 18.1
texture 18.1
shape 17.2
set 17
curve 16.7
banner 16.6
invitation 16.4
elegant 16.3
curl 16.2
wallpaper 15.3
classical 15.3
greeting 14.9
filigree 14.8
vignette 14.8
heraldry 14.3
classic 14
line 13.7
plant 13.6
wedding 12.9
certificate 12.8
symbol 12.1
icon 11.9
calligraphy 11.8
elegance 11.8
creative 11.5
text 11.4
template 11
calligraphic 10.9
gold 10.7
royal 10.6
sketch 10.5
label 10.3
page 10.2
painting 10
collection 9.9
menu 9.8
modern 9.8
sign 9.8
font 9.8
emblem 9.7
ornamental 9.5
blank 9.4
rose 9.4
book 9.2
traditional 9.2
history 9
flowers 8.7
ancient 8.7
business 8.5
black 8.4
fabric 8.4
backdrop 8.3
paisley 8.2
paint 8.2
brown 8.1
bank 8.1
love 7.9
engraving 7.9
stamp 7.8
type 7.7
money 7.7
poster 7.6
coffee 7.4
foliage 7.4
corner 7.3
cash 7.3
backgrounds 7.3

Google
created on 2018-04-18

text 91.4
black and white 83.4
font 73
paper 67.4
history 66.6
paper product 59.2
monochrome 54.3
artwork 53.1
illustration 51.7

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-18

text 99.9
book 96.6

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 48-68
Gender Male, 54.5%
Angry 46%
Disgusted 45.1%
Confused 45.5%
Sad 47%
Calm 50.6%
Surprised 45.5%
Happy 45.2%

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 53.4%
Disgusted 45.1%
Angry 45.3%
Surprised 45%
Happy 45%
Sad 54.4%
Calm 45%
Confused 45.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-18

a close up of a book 38.8%
close up of a book 33.1%
a close up of text on a book 22.6%

Azure OpenAI

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-11

This image appears to be of a detailed and ornate title page from an old book or document. The text at the center reads "ALEXANDRI MAGNI PRAECIPVAE RES GESTAE" which translates to "The Exploits of Alexander the Great," and it's mentioned that it was written by Antonio Tempesta, an artist from Florence. The decorative elements are done in a classical style, featuring a variety of figures and motifs likely related to the content of the work and the time period it covers. On the left side, there is a muscular figure seated next to a large shield bearing a profiled head; a lion's head emerges below the shield. On the right, a female figure is pouring out a cornucopia full of fruits and grains, symbolizing abundance. At the top, a cherub or putto is flying and carrying a draped fabric. Below the title are helmets, armor, and a shield, suggesting military conquests, which is fitting for a work on Alexander the Great who was known for his military achievements. The text at the bottom attributes the work to Ioh. Baptista Vrintius Antverpiae (likely the publisher or printer from Antwerp), and it is dedicated to "Illustriss. et Excell. Principi, CAROLO DVCI CROYO ET ARSCHOTANO," indicating an individual of high status, possibly Charles, Duke of Croÿ. Lastly, the text at the bottom indicates that the work was printed or published in Antwerp by Ioan. Cnobbaert in the year indicated by the Roman numeral MDC.LVVII. If transcribed correctly, this would indicate the year 1657, although the Roman numeral here seems to be a mix that doesn't correspond to standard forms. It's more likely that there's an error in the transcription, and it might be intended to represent a valid year like 1657 (MDCLVII).

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-11

The image appears to be a historical, ornate engraved title page. The title reads "Alexandri Magni Praecipvae Res Gestae," which refers to significant deeds of Alexander the Great. ### Design Elements: - **Figures & Decorations**: - On the left, there is a classical, armored female figure possibly representing a deity or an allegorical figure. Below her, there is a lion's head and a helmet with decorative spirals. - On the right, there is another classical, female figure carrying fruits which may symbolize abundance or harvest. At her feet is an arrangement of weapons and armor, possibly including a suit of armor. - At the top center is a coat of arms flanked by two cherubs holding and supporting it. ### Text Details: - **Main Text**: The central text in Latin mentions "Alexandri Magni Praecipvae Res Gestae Ab Antonio Tempesta Florentino aeneis formis expressae," which indicates that the engravings were created by Antonio Tempesta from Florence. - **Dedication**: The text includes a dedication to Carolus de Croy, Duke of Aerschot, a notable figure, with various titles mentioned. - **Creator Information**: At the bottom, it is noted that the work is by Ioan. Baptista Vrintius of Antwerp, dated 1608. The overall artwork is elaborate and finely detailed, showcasing classical imagery and elaborate calligraphy typical of Renaissance or early Baroque engravings.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-11

This image appears to be an ornate engraved title page or frontispiece from a historical book. It features a central coat of arms or heraldic emblem surrounded by elaborate decorative elements. These include ornate cartouches, winged figures, and mythological creatures. The text at the center identifies the work as "Alexandri Magni Praecipvae Res Gestae" (the deeds of Alexander the Great), attributed to Antonio Tempesta Florentino as the engraver. The lower section also includes additional identifying information about the work and its creators.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-11

This is a decorative title page for a book about Alexander the Great ("Alexandri Magni") published in 1608. The design features an elaborate baroque-style border with various ornamental elements including: - Cherubs or putti with wings at the top corners - A heraldic shield or coat of arms with horizontal stripes at the top center - Classical figures in flowing robes on either side of the text - Military elements like armor, weapons, and helmets along the bottom - Decorative scrollwork and floral motifs throughout The text indicates this is a work about the main deeds of Alexander the Great ("Praecipuae Res Gestae") created by Antonio Tempesta of Florence. It's dedicated to Prince Charles, Duke of Croy and Arschot. The publisher is listed as Ioan. Baptista Vrinthius of Antwerp. The overall composition is symmetrical and shows the typical ornate style of early 17th-century book illustration.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-11

The image is a vintage-style illustration of a title page, likely from an old book or document. The title page features a central section with text in Latin, surrounded by ornate illustrations of various objects and figures. **Central Section:** * The central section contains the title "ALEXANDRI MAGNI" in large letters, with smaller text below it that reads "PRAECIPVAE RES GESTAE Ab Antonio Tempefta Florentino." * Below this is a line of text that reads "ILIVSTRIS. ET EXCELL. PRINCIPI, CAROLO DVCI CROYO ET ARSCHOTANO, S.R.IMP. ET CHIMACI PRINCIPI, AVR. VELL. EQVITI, &c. HVMIL. OBSERVANTIAE ERGO D D." * At the bottom of the central section is another line of text that reads "Ioan. Baptista Vrintius Antuerpien. clo. Isc. VIII." **Ornate Illustrations:** * Surrounding the central section are illustrations of various objects and figures, including: + A shield with a crest on top + A helmet with a plume + A sword + A bow and arrow + A quiver full of arrows + A pair of wings + A cherub + A putto + A scroll + A book + A pair of laurel leaves + A pair of olive branches * The illustrations are rendered in a detailed and intricate style, with fine lines and shading. **Overall:** * The title page has a classic and elegant feel, with a sense of grandeur and importance. * The use of Latin text and the ornate illustrations suggest that the document is from a historical or academic context. * The overall design and layout of the title page are reminiscent of Renaissance-era book design, with a focus on symmetry and balance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-11

The image is a book cover or title page, featuring an ornate design with various elements. The title, "ALEXANDRI MAGNI PRAECIPVAE RES GESTAE," is prominently displayed in large text at the top of the page. Below this, the subtitle "Ab Antonio Tempesta Florentino aneis formis expreffae" is written in smaller text. The page is surrounded by intricate illustrations, including cherubs, angels, and other mythological figures. These illustrations are rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with shading and texture that gives them a sense of depth and dimensionality. At the bottom of the page, there is a list of names and titles, including "CAROLO DVCI CROYO ET ARSCHOTANO, S.R.IMP. ET CHIMACI, PRINCIPI, AVR.VELL.EQVITI,&c. HVMIL.OBSERVANTIAE ERGO DD." This list appears to be a dedication or acknowledgement of some kind, possibly to the patron or sponsor of the book. Overall, the image suggests that the book is a work of great importance and significance, possibly a historical or literary masterpiece. The ornate design and detailed illustrations suggest a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, while the list of names and titles at the bottom of the page implies a sense of prestige and authority.

Text analysis

Amazon

MAGNI
ALEXANDRI MAGNI
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Google

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