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Title

The Basilica of Constantine

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Permanent transfer from the Fine Arts Library, Harvard University, Gift of Thomas Palmer, Esq., of Boston, 1772, 2008.312.45

Human Generated Data

Title

The Basilica of Constantine

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Permanent transfer from the Fine Arts Library, Harvard University, Gift of Thomas Palmer, Esq., of Boston, 1772, 2008.312.45

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2019-11-01

Art 98.8
Painting 98.8
Drawing 62.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-01

people 99.4
illustration 99.4
print 99.4
art 99
vintage 96.6
engraving 96
group 95.5
adult 95.5
old 95
painting 94.4
antique 93.9
architecture 93.5
man 92.6
building 92.1
lithograph 90.7
etching 90
ancient 89.8
wear 89.7
retro 88.9
two 88.6

Imagga
created on 2019-11-01

architecture 45.2
building 38.1
balcony 32.2
structure 29.1
old 25.1
travel 24.7
landmark 24.4
historic 23.8
facade 23.5
city 22.5
ancient 20.8
tourism 19.8
religion 19.7
sketch 19.6
drawing 18.6
church 18.5
cathedral 18.4
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history 17.9
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stucco 16.3
house 16.1
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paper 12.6
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destination 11.2
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urban 10.5
religious 10.3
fountain 10
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texture 9.7
column 9.5
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home 9
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capital 8.5
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dome 7.7
medieval 7.7
money 7.7
old fashioned 7.6
outdoors 7.5
mosque 7.3
currency 7.2
scenic 7
sky 7

Google
created on 2019-11-01

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-01

drawing 99.7
sketch 98.7
text 97.7
painting 93.4
gallery 84.4
illustration 60.6
room 58.1
old 57.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Painting 98.8%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-01

an old photo of a room 67.2%
an old photo of a person 56.2%
an old photo of a person 51.1%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-31

This image appears to be a historical etching or engraving, featuring a depiction of ruins with intricate architectural details. There are two large, semi-circular arches with ornate patterns in the center, which dominate the scene. The ruins are reminiscent of a grand structure, possibly a part of an ancient Roman aqueduct, amphitheater, or a monumental building. Small human figures can be seen throughout the image, suggesting the scale of the ruins and providing a sense of liveliness within the scene. Some are in groups, while others appear to be carrying out tasks or walking. These figures give the image a sense of age and the passage of time, illustrating how these grand structures have become a part of the local landscape after their initial use has passed. The foreground shows scattered debris and rocks, typical of a ruin site, while in the background, there are buildings intact with a bell tower visible, suggesting that life continues near these historical remains. The sky is rendered with soft clouds, suggesting a vast open space and enhancing the atmospheric perspective. There is text at the bottom of the image, which is likely to provide information about the location or context of the ruins depicted, but I cannot transcribe or translate it as it is not clearly legible in the given image. The style and medium suggest the artwork could be from the 17th to the 19th century, a period during which such engravings were popular for documenting and studying historical sites.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-31

The image is an architectural drawing that depicts the ruins of a grand structure with large arched spaces. The structure appears to be ancient, characterized by its dilapidated state and significant wear. The arches are particularly prominent, and within the arches, there is intricate detailing in the ceilings, suggesting that the building was once quite opulent. In the foreground, there are people engaged in various activities, adding a sense of scale to the massive ruins. The scene around the structure includes scattered debris and overgrowth, further emphasizing the passage of time and the decay of the building. The drawing is monochromatic, using shades of gray to render the image. Below the image, there is an inscription in Italian which translates to "View of the ruins of the vestibule of Nero’s Golden House, commonly called the Temple of Peace." This suggests that the ruins depicted are those of the Domus Aurea, an extensive palace complex built by the Roman Emperor Nero. Overall, the drawing excellently captures the grandeur and subsequent ruin of an impressive architectural feat from ancient times, illustrating both the beauty and impermanence of human creations.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-31

This is a historical architectural print or engraving showing the ruins of what appears to be Nero's Golden House (Domus Aurea) in Rome. The image shows large, impressive arched vaults with coffered ceilings, partially in ruins. In the foreground, there are scattered architectural fragments and some small figures that give scale to the massive structure. The drawing style is characteristic of 18th-century architectural illustrations, with careful attention to detail and shading. The sky shows dramatic clouds, adding to the romantic atmosphere of the scene. The ruins appear to be in a semi-rural setting, with some smaller buildings visible in the background, including what looks like a tower or steeple. There's Italian text at the bottom of the print, suggesting this was likely part of a series documenting Roman ruins and architecture.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-31

The image depicts ancient Roman ruins, specifically the remains of monumental arched structures with detailed architectural features. In the foreground, there are large broken stone blocks and boulders scattered about. The ruins appear to be part of a once grand complex, possibly a forum or public gathering space. Figures in period clothing can be seen amongst the ruins, providing a sense of scale. The drawing has an atmospheric, almost dream-like quality, with soft shading and loose linework conveying the weathered, time-worn nature of the archaeological site. The composition draws the eye through the arches to the dramatic cloudy sky beyond.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-31

This image appears to be an engraved or etched landscape scene depicting a complex and elaborate architectural structure. The scene features a series of large arched entrances or niches, some of which contain sculptural elements. The background includes other buildings and structures, as well as some natural elements like cliffs and rocky outcroppings. The overall impression is one of a grand, ornate, and fantastical architectural composition set against a hilly landscape.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

The image depicts a black and white illustration of an ancient Roman ruin, with a large archway in the center and a smaller one to the left. The archway is decorated with intricate carvings and has a series of columns supporting it. In the foreground, there are several people and animals, including a horse and a dog. The background features a cloudy sky and a few buildings in the distance. The illustration appears to be a historical or architectural drawing, possibly created for educational or artistic purposes. The level of detail and realism suggests that it may have been created by a skilled artist or draftsman. The use of black and white ink gives the image a sense of timelessness and classicism, evoking the grandeur and beauty of ancient Rome. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse of what life may have been like in ancient Rome. The level of detail and craftsmanship that went into creating the illustration is impressive, and it is clear that the artist took great care in capturing the essence of the ancient city.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

This image depicts a vintage black-and-white illustration of the ruins of an ancient Roman building, likely a temple or basilica. The structure features three large arches with intricate designs on the ceiling, surrounded by crumbling walls and rubble. In the foreground, people are engaged in various activities, such as walking, sitting, or standing near the ruins. The background shows other buildings, including what appears to be a church with a tall steeple. The sky above is cloudy, adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene. The illustration is accompanied by text at the bottom, which is written in Italian and provides information about the location and context of the image. The text is difficult to read due to its small size and faded quality, but it appears to be a description of the scene and its historical significance. Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of ancient Roman architecture, as well as the passage of time and the effects of decay and neglect.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-31

The image shows an ancient Roman aqueduct, and the image is in black and white. The aqueduct is in a ruined state. The aqueduct has a series of arches, and the walls are made of stone. There are some people standing on the right side of the image, and there are some rocks on the left side. There is a building on the left side of the image.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-31

The image is a black-and-white drawing of an ancient Roman structure, possibly a temple or a ruin. The drawing depicts the front view of the structure, with a large archway and several smaller arches on the sides. The structure appears to be in a state of decay, with some parts of it missing or damaged. The drawing also shows some people standing in front of the structure, possibly tourists or visitors. The image has a watermark in the bottom right corner that reads "F. M. R. 1832."

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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