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Title

Passage of the Granicus

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Pierre Picault, French 1680 - 1711

Artist after: Charles Le Brun, French 1619 - 1690

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R9669

Human Generated Data

Title

Passage of the Granicus

People

Artist: Pierre Picault, French 1680 - 1711

Artist after: Charles Le Brun, French 1619 - 1690

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R9669

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Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Art 97.9
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Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

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Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

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Google
created on 2019-11-06

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.9
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 96.3%

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Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a large book with a picture of a man on horseback -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-01

The image depicts an intricate and dramatic battle scene, likely from a historical or mythological event. The composition is dense with intense action, featuring numerous figures engaged in combat, often on horseback. The central part of the image is the most chaotic, showing warriors clashing with swords, spears, and shields amidst a backdrop of tumultuous movement.

The foreground includes men struggling in water, potentially crossing a river or encountering a natural barrier. One can see a mix of physical exertion and desperation on their faces, as some appear to be drowned or in peril. On the right side, a prominent figure on horseback brandishes a weapon, leading the charge or organizing the defense while slightly in the background and elevated on a hill, more soldiers are visible heading into the fray.

The image is framed by detailed, classical-style text at the bottom and an artistic flourish centered below the bloody conflict. The text, written in a classical font, includes what seems to be a Latin aphorism or quotation, adding to the historical or epic narrative tone. The artwork uses detailed and fine lines to emphasize the chaotic and dramatic nature of the scene, capturing the intensity and emotion of the battle.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-01

This image is a black and white engraving depicting a chaotic battle scene. In the foreground, there is intense hand-to-hand combat with soldiers on foot and on horseback. The soldiers on horseback, particularly one in the center, seem to be charging forward, trampling the fallen. The expressions on the faces of the combatants portray ferocity and determination. The attire and armor suggest that the scene is set in a historical period, possibly evoking the classical antiquity era given the style of the helmets and weapons.

The background continues the depiction of combat but is less detailed, creating a sense of depth. To the right side of the image, you can see a figure that appears to be a leader or a significant combatant mounted on a horse, rallying the troops or engaging in the fight.

At the bottom of the engraving, there is text which seems to be in French and Latin, possibly phrases that add to the narrative or significance of the scene portrayed. Without more context, it is hard to determine the exact historical or allegorical event being depicted, but the image certainly conveys a sense of violent struggle and epic battle.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-01

This is a historical engraving depicting a dramatic battle scene. The image shows a chaotic cavalry battle with horses and soldiers engaged in intense combat. The composition is dynamic, with figures on horseback wielding weapons and others fallen in combat. The scene appears to take place in a hilly landscape with some trees visible on the right side.

Below the image is text in both French and Latin. The French text reads "La Vertu surmonte tout obstacle" (Virtue overcomes all obstacles) and the Latin "Virtus omni obice major" carries a similar meaning. Between these inscriptions is an ornamental medallion or seal design.

The artwork style is characteristic of classical historical engravings, with fine detail and shading creating depth and movement in the scene. The sepia tones and artistic technique suggest this is likely from the 17th or 18th century.

The battle depicted appears to be from classical or ancient history, given the style of armor and weapons visible in the scene. The overall composition emphasizes the drama and intensity of warfare while also serving as an allegory for the triumph of virtue over adversity.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-01

This is an antique etching or engraving depicting a complex battle scene. The image shows a large number of horses and riders engaged in intense combat, with many fallen bodies and weapons strewn about. The chaos and movement of the scene is palpable.

The landscape shows hills or cliffs in the background, suggesting the battle is taking place in rugged terrain. Trees frame the left side of the image.

Below the main illustration are two inscriptions in Latin, along with an embellished sunburst design in the center. The aged paper and artistic style indicate this is a historical print, likely from the 18th or early 19th century, portraying a major military conflict or war from that era or earlier.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-01

The image appears to be a historical battle scene depicting a chaotic and violent conflict between large groups of armed combatants. It shows a crowded and intense battlefield with numerous figures engaged in combat, with horses, weapons, and chaos surrounding them. The scene is rendered in a dramatic, expressive style using detailed shading and perspective to convey the scale and intensity of the battle. The image includes Latin inscriptions that seem to provide additional historical or allegorical context, though I cannot decipher their precise meaning.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a large, sepia-toned engraving of a chaotic battle scene, with numerous figures engaged in combat. The engraving is divided into two sections by a central vertical line, with the left side featuring a group of men on horseback and the right side showing a group of men on foot. In the foreground, a man on horseback is shown charging towards the viewer, while in the background, a group of men are depicted fleeing from the battlefield.

The engraving is surrounded by a decorative border, with text written in an old-fashioned font at the bottom. The text appears to be in Latin and reads "La Vertu surmonte tous obstacle" on the left and "Virtus omni obice major" on the right. Below the text, there is a small illustration of a sunburst with rays extending outward.

Overall, the image suggests that it is a historical or artistic representation of a significant event or battle, possibly from ancient times. The use of sepia tones and the classical style of the engraving give the image a sense of age and grandeur, while the chaotic scene in the foreground conveys a sense of drama and intensity.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image is a sepia-toned illustration of a chaotic battle scene, with the title "La Vertu surmonte tous obstacle" at the bottom. The scene depicts a group of men on horseback and on foot, engaged in combat with each other. Some are armed with swords, spears, and shields, while others are using their bare hands to fight.

In the foreground, there is a large tree with branches that appear to be broken or damaged. The background of the image shows a mountainous landscape with trees and hills, suggesting that the battle is taking place in a rural or wilderness area.

At the bottom of the image, there is a decorative border with text written in French. The text reads: "La Vertu surmonte tous obstacle" which translates to "Virtue overcomes all obstacles." This suggests that the image is meant to convey a message about the importance of virtue and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical or allegorical depiction of a battle, with the title and text providing context and meaning to the scene.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The image depicts a battle scene, with numerous people engaged in combat. The scene is filled with chaos and violence, as soldiers and warriors clash in a fierce struggle for dominance. The image is likely a historical representation of a significant battle or conflict, capturing the intensity and drama of the moment. The use of black and white adds to the dramatic effect, highlighting the contrast between light and shadow and emphasizing the sense of urgency and danger.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The image is a black-and-white print of a historical battle scene. The scene depicts a chaotic battle with numerous figures engaged in combat, both on horseback and on foot. The warriors are dressed in ancient armor, with some holding spears and shields. The battlefield is filled with fallen soldiers and horses, and there are trees and a mountain in the background. The image has a dramatic and intense atmosphere, with the figures in motion and the scene filled with action. The print also includes a decorative border with Latin text, which translates to "Virtus omni obice major" or "Virtue is greater than any obstacle."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-09

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a detailed sepia-toned engraving depicting a scene of a historical battle. It's crowded with figures, conveying a sense of chaos, conflict, and dynamism.

Key Elements & Composition:

  • Battle Scene: The central focus is a fierce battle with many soldiers on foot and on horseback engaged in combat. The depiction emphasizes the intensity of the fight.

  • Setting: The battle appears to be taking place near a river or body of water. There are soldiers in the water and debris like fallen trees or rocks adding to the complexity.

  • Figures: The figures, both human and animal (horses), are rendered with intricate detail, showcasing muscles, clothing, and expressions. The expressions convey emotion.

  • Light and Shadow: The use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) adds depth and drama to the scene, emphasizing the movement of the battle.

  • Inscriptions: There are two inscriptions below the main scene. The text is in French ("La vertu surmonte tout obstacle?") and Latin ("Virtus omni obice major"), which speaks to the values, principles or virtues that are on display in the image. There's also a decorative emblem or sun-like symbol between the inscriptions.

Style & Period:

The style of the engraving is reminiscent of 18th-century or early 19th-century artistic practices. The fine lines and meticulous detail point to the technical mastery of the artist.

Let me know if you want a deeper dive into any particular aspect!

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-09

The image is a sepia-toned print depicting a chaotic battle scene. It's filled with numerous figures, both on horseback and on foot, engaged in combat. The setting appears to be a river or a body of water, as many figures are wading through the water.

In the foreground, there's a dense cluster of bodies, both living and dead. Some figures are locked in hand-to-hand combat, while others are lying wounded or dead on the ground. To the right, there's a dark patch of foliage and a tree, which frames the scene and adds depth.

In the background, the battle continues with more figures on horseback, many carrying flags or spears. The composition is dense and dynamic, conveying a sense of movement and turmoil.

Below the image, there are inscriptions in cursive script, likely in both French and Latin, along with a decorative emblem featuring a sun-like design. The text references virtue overcoming obstacles, suggesting the print is a symbolic representation of a historical or mythical battle where courage and determination led to victory.

Text analysis

Amazon

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