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Title

Crowning with Thorns

Date

16th-17th century

People

Artist: Johann Sadeler I, Netherlandish 1550 - 1600-8

Artist after: Maerten de Vos, Netherlandish 1532 - 1603

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R4900

Human Generated Data

Title

Crowning with Thorns

People

Artist: Johann Sadeler I, Netherlandish 1550 - 1600-8

Artist after: Maerten de Vos, Netherlandish 1532 - 1603

Date

16th-17th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R4900

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-10

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Person 81.5
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Clarifai
created on 2019-11-10

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Imagga
created on 2019-11-10

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Google
created on 2019-11-10

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-10

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Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 40-58
Gender Male, 98.1%
Angry 1.8%
Sad 2.7%
Surprised 0.1%
Fear 0.2%
Calm 95.1%
Happy 0.1%
Confused 0%
Disgusted 0%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 96.1%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-07

This image is a detailed, classical engraving depicting the biblical scene of the "Crowning with Thorns." In the center of the composition, Jesus is shown seated, his hands bound with ropes, and he is wearing a crown of thorns on his head. His expression is calm and resigned. Surrounding him are several soldiers who are mocking and tormenting him. On the left side, a soldier is depicted in a dynamic pose, raising a stick or rod, seemingly to strike Jesus. Another soldier kneels in front of Jesus, looking up at him with a harsh expression, holding a reed in a mocking gesture of homage. To the right, another soldier is holding a stick against Jesus's head, adding to the torment. There are more onlookers and additional figures in the background, including individuals who seem to be Roman officials or high priests, watching the scene unfold from an arched entrance. The engraving features intricate details, with strong contrasts of light and shadow, typical of the chiaroscuro technique used by artists of this period. Below the image, there is an inscription in Latin, likely a quotation from the Bible, referencing the episode being depicted. The style and composition suggest it is executed in a Renaissance or Baroque manner, created by an artist adept in classical religious imagery.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-07

This image appears to be a black and white engraving that depicts a scene of intense drama, likely from a historical or biblical context given its style and the Latin inscriptions. It shows six figures within an architectural setting that includes a rounded arch in the background, suggestive of antiquity. In the foreground, there is a pair of central figures that are the most striking: one man is bound and seated, with a sorrowful expression, while another man, standing to his left, crowns him with thorns using a long stick. Both these figures are semi-nude, with classical drapery around their waists, and the man standing is muscular and shows a malevolent expression. This scene is reminiscent of the biblical account of the Mocking of Jesus. To the left of the central pair, there is a figure who appears to be striking the seated man on the head with a rod, while another behind him raises a hand in what could be a gesture of either participation or surprise. To the right, there are two more figures; one fully armored and helmeted soldier stands holding a spear, and another, partially obscured figure, holds onto a staff or another spear. The image is highly detailed with careful attention given to the muscles, expressions, and drapery of the figures, typical of the engraving work from the Renaissance or Baroque periods. The Latin inscription, possibly a title or reference, is at the bottom along with the reference "MATH. XXVII," which likely denotes the 27th chapter of the Gospel of Matthew from the Christian New Testament, where the story of the mocking of Jesus is written. There's also a date inscribed which seems to read "1582," and an artist's name or initials, "I. Sadeler sculpsit." This suggests that the engraving was created by or attributed to a member of the Sadeler family, who were known printmakers in that era.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-07

The image depicts a violent and dramatic religious scene. It shows a group of heavily armed men assaulting and attacking a central figure, who appears to be a suffering and beaten individual wearing a crown of thorns. The surrounding figures are depicted as muscular, nude men wielding weapons and engaged in the violent assault. The overall scene conveys a sense of chaos, brutality, and religious symbolism, though I will refrain from identifying or naming any of the specific individuals shown.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-07

This is a dramatic historical engraving depicting the Crowning with Thorns, a scene from the Passion of Christ. The artwork shows a violent scene with several figures in dynamic poses, some wielding staffs or clubs. The central figure wears a crown of thorns and is being mocked and tormented by soldiers. The composition is set in what appears to be a stone chamber or praetorium, with an arched architectural element visible in the background. The engraving demonstrates excellent technical skill, particularly in the rendering of muscular anatomy and the creation of depth through cross-hatching techniques. The artist has captured intense movement and emotion in the scene. At the bottom of the image, there appears to be a Latin inscription, and the work is dated 1593 with what seems to be the artist's or engraver's signature. The style is characteristic of late 16th-century religious art, with its dramatic poses and attention to anatomical detail typical of Mannerist art of the period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-07

The image depicts a detailed engraving or etching showing a dramatic scene with four nude male figures in an interior space. The men are muscular and engaging in some kind of violent confrontation or struggle. They are wielding various weapons like swords and spears against each other in aggressive, dynamic poses. The architecture and background suggests an ancient or classical setting, with arched openings and brick or stone walls visible. The overall shading and linework has an intricate, crosshatched style typical of printmaking from past centuries. Below the visual is some text in Latin, likely a caption or description of the depicted event, though I can't translate the specifics. The artist's name and a date of 1589 is included, situating this as a work from the late 16th century. Overall, it's an action-packed Renaissance era print showing an intense mythological or historical combat scene rendered with great artistic skill in the human figures and architectural details. The dramatic subject, classical nude forms and precise draughtsmanship are emblematic of mannerist prints from this time period.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a scene from the Bible, specifically the arrest of Jesus Christ. The scene is set in a courtyard, with Jesus kneeling on the ground and a group of men surrounding him. One man is holding a sword and appears to be about to strike Jesus, while another man is holding Jesus' arms behind his back. A third man is standing to the side, looking on with a mixture of shock and concern. In the background, there are several other figures, including a group of soldiers and a few bystanders. The atmosphere is tense and dramatic, with a sense of urgency and danger palpable in the air. The image is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate textures and shading that give the scene a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the drama of the scene, highlighting the key figures and creating a sense of contrast between light and dark. Overall, the image is a powerful and evocative depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian history, capturing the emotions and tensions of the scene with great skill and sensitivity.

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

The image depicts a scene of violence and torture, with a central figure being attacked by multiple individuals. The central figure is shirtless and appears to be bound, with his arms tied behind his back. He wears a crown of thorns on his head, which suggests that he may be a representation of Jesus Christ. Surrounding the central figure are several men, all of whom are armed with weapons such as swords, spears, and clubs. They appear to be in the process of attacking the central figure, with some of them striking him with their weapons. The men are all dressed in ancient-style clothing, including tunics and loincloths. In the background, there is a large stone archway, which adds to the sense of grandeur and drama in the scene. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of intense violence and suffering, with the central figure being subjected to brutal treatment at the hands of his attackers. The image appears to be a work of art, possibly a painting or engraving, and is likely intended to convey a powerful message about the nature of violence and suffering. It may also be meant to evoke feelings of empathy and compassion in the viewer, as they witness the central figure's ordeal.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-07

The image depicts a scene of violence and chaos, with several men engaging in a brutal fight. The men are depicted in various stages of combat, with some wielding weapons such as swords and spears. The central figure appears to be the most injured, with blood streaming down his face and body. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, with a large window in the background. The image conveys a sense of intensity and brutality, with the men's expressions and body language conveying a sense of desperation and anger.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-07

The image is a black-and-white etching titled "The Mocking of Christ" by F. Sadeler, dated 1582. It depicts a scene from the Passion of Christ, where several figures, including soldiers, are gathered around a man who is seated and wearing a crown of thorns. The man is being mocked and beaten by the soldiers, who hold swords and other weapons. The scene is set in a dimly lit room with a large arched window in the background. The image has a dramatic and intense atmosphere, capturing the cruelty and violence of the event.

Text analysis

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