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Human Generated Data

Title

Saint John the Baptist

Date

1629

People

Artist: Claude Mellan, French 1598 - 1688

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R1463

Human Generated Data

Title

Saint John the Baptist

People

Artist: Claude Mellan, French 1598 - 1688

Date

1629

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R1463

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-29

Art 99
Human 98
Art Gallery 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-28

print 100
people 99.9
art 99.8
illustration 99.3
adult 99.3
engraving 99.2
portrait 98.8
one 98.3
wear 97.7
vintage 97.7
painting 96.9
sepia pigment 96.4
etching 96
lithograph 95.8
antique 95.2
veil 94.7
woman 94.7
man 92.3
old 91
retro 90.7

Imagga
created on 2022-01-29

statue 44.9
sculpture 39.7
sketch 32.6
ancient 26
stone 25.9
art 25.9
architecture 24.4
religion 24.2
drawing 23.5
old 22.3
fountain 22.3
history 21.5
monument 20.6
representation 20.3
marble 18.5
historic 18.3
culture 17.1
antique 17
famous 16.8
spirituality 16.3
god 16.3
religious 15.9
structure 15.8
building 15.1
church 14.8
historical 14.1
travel 14.1
catholic 13.6
vintage 13.2
tourism 13.2
column 13
decoration 12.7
sepia 12.6
city 12.5
memorial 12.2
landmark 11.7
newspaper 11.3
people 11.2
temple 11.1
face 10.7
holy 10.6
carving 10.3
figure 10.1
traditional 9.1
creation 8.9
detail 8.9
product 8.7
artistic 8.7
cathedral 8.6
tourist 8.2
symbol 8.1
person 8
roman 7.9
mythology 7.9
cemetery 7.8
portrait 7.8
museum 7.8
pray 7.8
palace 7.7
spiritual 7.7
gravestone 7.7
grave 7.4
man 7.4
dress 7.2
love 7.1

Google
created on 2022-01-29

Art 80.9
Wood 77.3
Painting 75.2
Plant 75.2
Vintage clothing 71.9
Illustration 69.8
Drawing 68
Visual arts 65.6
Tree 65
Sitting 64.1
Stock photography 63.5
Knee 62.3
History 60.9
Paper product 51.6

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-29

text 99.9
drawing 98.9
sketch 98.3
painting 90.2
person 89.3
illustration 83.9
human face 81.2
clothing 74.4
cartoon 61.3
art 57

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 19-27
Gender Female, 99.5%
Calm 89.1%
Angry 5.5%
Sad 2.5%
Surprised 0.7%
Disgusted 0.7%
Confused 0.7%
Fear 0.4%
Happy 0.3%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

Human face
Tree
Picture frame
Flower
Human nose

AWS Rekognition

Person 98%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-29

paintings art 53.1%
streetview architecture 46.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-29

a close up of a book 46.3%
an old photo of a person 46.2%
a person holding a book 46.1%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a sketch of person by painting artist.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a man sitting on a chair with a dog

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-26

The image is an intricately detailed engraving depicting a figure draped in animal skin, seated on a rock by a stream surrounded by dense foliage and trees. The figure holds a cross made of thin branches. The background showcases a forest scene with detailed texture and shading, creating a serene, natural atmosphere. There is a dedication in Latin at the bottom, paying homage to Eminent and Reverend Prince Francisco, Cardinal Barberino. The engraving is signed by Claude Mellan.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-26

This is an intricate black and white engraving which appears to depict a classical scene. The figure is seated on a rock with foliage around, and their left hand holds an object close to the chest. The setting includes natural elements such as trees, plants, and a body of water, possibly a small waterfall, in the background. The figure has a muscular build, with well-defined musculature on the legs and torso, which indicates that the subject might be a representation of a character from classical mythology or an allegorical figure.

The composition includes a geometric instrument, possibly a square or a level, resting beside the figure, which might indicate a connection to architecture, measurement, or symbolism related to balance and precision. There are also some inscriptions at the bottom of the engraving, presumably dedications or credits related to the image's production or to whom the artwork might be dedicated or commissioned by. The text in Latin pays homage to someone with the title "Cardinal Barberino," hinting at the image's historical context and the possible importance of the patron.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This is a historical engraving or print that appears to depict a young figure in a natural setting. The artwork shows someone seated in what appears to be a wooded area near water, with foliage and tree branches visible in the background. The figure is shown in a contemplative pose, dressed simply, and appears to be in a pastoral or romantic style typical of classical art. At the bottom of the image, there is text in Latin that mentions "FRANCISCO... CARDINALI BARBERINO," suggesting this work was dedicated to or commissioned by Cardinal Francesco Barberini. The engraving technique shows fine detail and cross-hatching characteristic of this artistic medium, creating depth and texture throughout the scene.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-26

This is a historical engraving or print that appears to depict a pastoral scene. The artwork shows a figure seated in nature, dressed simply and appearing contemplative. The setting is a wooded area with trees, foliage, and what appears to be a small stream or body of water in the background. The composition includes detailed botanical elements, including large leaves in the foreground. The engraving technique shows fine line work and cross-hatching to create depth and texture. At the bottom of the image, there is text in Latin that references Cardinal Barberino. The overall style and execution suggests this is likely from the 17th or 18th century.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-26

The black and white etching or engraving depicts a faun or satyr-like mythological creature sitting in a wooded forest setting. The creature has the lower body and legs of a goat, but a human-like upper body. It is sitting on a rock or tree stump while playing a pipe or flute-like musical instrument. The surrounding forest has dense trees and foliage, giving the scene a lush, mysterious atmosphere. Below the image is an inscription that reads "EMINENT ET R. PRINCIPI FRANCISCO S.R.E. CARDINALI BARBERINO".

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-26

The image appears to be an engraved illustration depicting a nude male figure seated in a natural, forested setting. The figure has curly hair and is holding a cross in one hand. The background features detailed renderings of trees, foliage, and a waterfall. The image has a classical, allegorical style typical of 18th or 19th century engravings. The title at the bottom identifies the figure as "Eminent et R. Principi Francisco S.R.E. Cardinali Barberino".

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

This image is a black-and-white illustration of a man sitting on a rock in the woods, holding a cross. The man is depicted with dark hair and a beard, wearing only a loincloth made of animal fur. He sits on a rock, with his right leg crossed over his left, and holds a cross in his right hand. His left hand is raised to his chin, and he appears to be deep in thought.

The background of the image features trees and foliage, with a body of water visible in the bottom-right corner. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of contemplation and introspection, as the man sits alone in the woods, lost in thought.

At the bottom of the image, there is text that reads "EMINENT ET R. PRINCIPI FRANCISCO S.R.E. CARDINALI BARBERINO" in small letters. This text likely indicates the title or dedication of the image, but its exact meaning is unclear without further context.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image is a black and white engraving of a man sitting in the woods, with a cross in his hand. The man is depicted in a contemplative pose, with his head bowed and his eyes closed, as if lost in thought. He is seated on a rock, surrounded by lush vegetation, and appears to be in a state of deep reflection.

The engraving is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that give the impression of texture and depth. The overall effect is one of serenity and introspection, inviting the viewer to reflect on the themes of faith and spirituality that are implicit in the image.

The engraving is likely a representation of a biblical scene, possibly depicting a moment of prayer or meditation by a saint or a biblical figure. The use of a cross in the man's hand adds a sense of symbolism and meaning to the image, suggesting a connection to Christianity or a broader spiritual tradition.

Overall, the image is a powerful and evocative work of art that invites the viewer to contemplate the deeper meanings and themes that underlie it.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image depicts a monochromatic drawing of a man sitting on a rock in a forest setting. The man is depicted as a shepherd, wearing a simple tunic and a sheepskin cloak. He is holding a staff in his left hand and has a thoughtful expression on his face, as if he is lost in deep contemplation. The forest is depicted in a detailed and realistic manner, with trees, plants, and a small stream visible in the background. The drawing is signed "Claudius Mellan D.D." at the bottom of the image, indicating the artist's name and title. The image also includes a Latin inscription at the top, which translates to "Eminent and R. Prince Francisco S.R.E. Cardinal Barberini." This suggests that the drawing was created for Cardinal Barberini, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 17th century.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image is a black-and-white etching of a man sitting on a rock in a forest. The man has a beard and is wearing a loincloth. He is holding a cross in his hand, which is resting on his chin. The man's eyes are closed, and he seems to be in deep thought. The forest is filled with trees, plants, and flowers. There is a small stream of water in the background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-19

Here is a description of the image:

This is a monochrome etching or engraving showing John the Baptist sitting in a wooded landscape, likely in contemplation. The figure of John is prominently placed in the center of the composition. He is nearly nude, save for a furry animal skin draped across his lap, and he is seated on a rocky outcrop. He has curly hair and holds a cross upright, with his head resting on his hand in a pensive pose.

Next to him is a lamb, typically associated with John the Baptist as a symbol of Christ. The landscape behind John includes trees, foliage, and a small stream or waterfall. The trees in the background create a dense and textured forest setting.

In the lower left corner, there are some leaves and branches, adding to the naturalistic feel of the scene. Beneath the image is an inscription in Latin that reads "EMINENT ET R. PRINCIPI FRANCISCO S.R.E. CARDINALI BARBERINO" (Eminent and Reverend Prince Francesco S.R.E. Cardinal Barberini). The inscription also includes "Claudius Mellan D.D.," suggesting that the artwork was dedicated to Cardinal Barberini by Claudius Mellan.

The etching is rendered with intricate detail, utilizing cross-hatching and line work to create tonal gradations and capture the textures of the rocks, fur, and foliage. The overall style is reminiscent of 17th-century Baroque art.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-19

Here is a description of the image:

The image is an etching, a form of printmaking, featuring a classical or religious scene.

Subject and Composition:

  • The central figure is a partially nude young man seated on a rocky outcrop in a natural setting. He's likely based on a religious theme.

  • He rests his head on his hand, suggesting contemplation or thought.

  • A cross is held in his lap.

  • A cloak made of animal fur covers his legs.

  • A lamb sits nearby, a common symbol in religious art.

  • The background includes lush vegetation: trees, foliage, and perhaps a waterfall or stream.

Style and Technique:

  • The print has fine detail, with lines used to create shading and form.
  • The artist appears to have used cross-hatching (crossing lines) to depict texture and shadow.
  • The overall style evokes classical or Renaissance art influences.

Text and Inscription:

  • At the bottom of the print, there is an inscription in Latin. It likely dedicates the artwork to someone or explains the subject.
  • The inscription includes "Eminent et R. Principi Francisco S.R.E. Cardinali Barberino" (likely meaning "Eminent and Reverend Prince Francis, of the Holy Roman Church, Cardinal Barberini").
  • The artist's name, Claudius Mellan, is also present, indicating he is the artist.

In summary, the artwork is a carefully executed etching, likely a religious or allegorical piece, that showcases the artist's skill in rendering detail and texture through the etching technique.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is an etching depicting a contemplative figure in a natural, wooded setting. The figure appears to be a man, seated on a rock or a mound covered with animal pelts. He is partially draped in an animal skin, which suggests a rustic or wilderness theme. The man has a beard and curly hair and is resting his chin on his hand, indicating a state of deep thought or contemplation. He is holding a crucifix, which is a symbol of Christian faith.

The background consists of dense foliage and trees, adding to the sense of seclusion and natural beauty. The ground is strewn with leaves, and there is a small stream or body of water visible in the lower right corner, contributing to the serene atmosphere.

At the bottom of the image, there is text that reads: "EMINENT ET R. PRINCIPI FRANCISCO S.R.E. CARDINALI BARBERINO" and "Claudio Mellan - D. 99." This suggests that the etching is dedicated to a prominent figure, Cardinal Francesco Barberini, and was created by Claude Mellan. The number "99" likely refers to the age of the artist when the work was completed.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of solitude, contemplation, and spiritual reflection within a natural environment.

Qwen

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Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

450 EMINENT. ET R PRINCIPI FRANCISCO S.R.E. CARDINALI BARBERINO Clandius Meller. D.D.
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