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Human Generated Data

Title

View of the Gulf of Squilace and the Ruins of the Anitque Scylatium

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Joseph Varin, French 1741 - 1800

Artist after: Claude-Louis Chatelet, French 1752 - 1794

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R13093

Human Generated Data

Title

View of the Gulf of Squilace and the Ruins of the Anitque Scylatium

People

Artist: Joseph Varin, French 1741 - 1800

Artist after: Claude-Louis Chatelet, French 1752 - 1794

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R13093

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-09

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Clarifai
created on 2019-11-09

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Imagga
created on 2019-11-09

fortress 100
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Google
created on 2019-11-09

Illustration 70.1
Painting 69.8
Stock photography 68.5
Art 62.5
Landscape 59.3
History 54.1
House 53.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-09

text 99.8
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Rug

Clarifai

Picture frame
Vehicle
Building

AWS Rekognition

Person 88.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-09

beaches seaside 50.7%
paintings art 46%
nature landscape 1.9%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a city in the 19th century.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-25

a photograph of a drawing of a castle with a castle in the background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-06

This is an image of an old print or engraving that depicts a historical scene. The work is highly detailed, likely made with etching or engraving techniques common before the advent of photography. The image shows a coastal landscape with mountains in the background and a large body of water in the foreground. On the left, there is a large building that appears to be a ruin, possibly a castle or fortification, which reinforces the historical nature of the scene. There are several figures and horse-drawn carts in the center, near the shore, giving a sense of scale and suggesting some form of activity or travel. The text at the bottom indicates that this is a view of the Gulf of Squillace and the artist involved. The image has a classical and picturesque quality to it, common in artworks and illustrations from the 17th to the 19th centuries that were aimed at capturing the romanticism of landscapes and historical sites.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-06

This image is an etching featuring a landscape with historical ruins. In the foreground, there are several figures engaged in various activities, possibly working or exploring the area. Prominently displayed is a large building or ruin with arches, standing alone in the flatlands.

The middle ground is composed of undulating terrain filled with rocky outcrops and some low vegetation. The background showcases a range of mountains, giving depth to the scene.

The sky is overcast with a mixture of clouds, adding a sense of atmosphere to the entire composition.

Text at the bottom of the image reads: "Vue du Golphe de Squillace & des Ruines de l’antique Scylatium au lieu nommé aujourd’hui la Rochetta dans la Calabre Citerieure", which translates to "View of the Gulf of Squillace and the Ruins of ancient Scylatium at the location today known as la Rochetta in the Lower Calabria." This indicates the historical and geographical context of the etching. The names of the artist and engraver, "Dessiné par Chatelet" and "Gravé par Varin," respectively, are also provided. Additionally, it includes "N°*8. Cte de Caylus" and the initials "A.P.D.R."

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This is a historical engraving or print showing a landscape view of what appears to be ancient ruins, likely in Sicily. The image shows a temple or building remains on elevated ground with mountains in the background. The scene is rendered in a monochromatic style typical of 18th or 19th-century archaeological documentation. In the foreground, there are small figures shown for scale, and various architectural fragments or ruins are scattered across the landscape. The caption appears to be in French and mentions "Seylatum," suggesting this might be depicting a classical archaeological site. The artistic style shows fine detail in the line work and shading, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. The composition draws the eye from the foreground ruins toward the mountainous backdrop, creating a romantic view of ancient remains in their natural setting.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-06

This is a historical engraving showing the ruins of Squlace and what appears to be an ancient temple or glyptic structure in Calabria, Italy. The scene depicts a ruined building with columns and arches in the foreground, set against a backdrop of mountainous terrain. Several small figures can be seen in the landscape, giving scale to the ruins. The composition includes scattered architectural fragments or stones in the foreground. The artwork is rendered in a monochromatic style typical of 18th or 19th-century engravings, with careful attention to light and shadow. The sky shows some cloud detail, and the overall scene has a romantic, pastoral quality common in depictions of classical ruins from this period. The French text at the bottom identifies this as a view of the "Glyptic of Squlace."

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-06

The image depicts an engraved landscape view of the Gulf of Squillace in southern Italy. The scene shows a ruined structure, possibly an old church or fortress, situated on a rocky coast overlooking the sea. In the foreground are scattered pieces of debris and rubble from the ruins. Fishermen and their boats can be seen by the shoreline, giving a sense of the human activity and livelihood in this coastal area. The mountains in the background add to the dramatic, picturesque setting. The engraving has an aged, antique appearance with its monochromatic tones and classic vignette style framing, evoking a glimpse into the past of this scenic Italian locale.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-06

The image depicts a landscape scene featuring a ruined castle or tower structure situated on a hill or elevated location. The surrounding landscape includes mountains and hills in the background, and there appear to be some figures or small structures in the foreground, possibly indicating some human activity or settlement in the area. The overall scene has a somewhat somber or weathered quality, likely due to the engraving technique used to create the image.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a serene landscape with a small building in the foreground, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cloudy sky. The building, likely a castle or fort, is situated near the shore of a body of water, possibly a lake or sea. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered, some of whom appear to be engaged in activities such as fishing or rowing boats. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of tranquility and peacefulness, with the soft colors and gentle lighting creating a sense of calmness. The image may have been created using traditional techniques, such as oil painting or etching, given the detailed and textured appearance of the scene.

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

The image depicts a sepia-toned illustration of a landscape with a building in the foreground and mountains in the background. The scene is set against a cloudy sky, with the sun shining through the clouds.

In the foreground, there is a small building with a flat roof and a few windows. The building appears to be made of stone or brick and has a simple, rustic design. In front of the building, there are several people standing or sitting on the ground. They appear to be engaged in various activities, such as talking or working.

To the left of the building, there is a large hill or mountain that rises up from the ground. The hill is covered in vegetation and has a few trees scattered across its surface. In the distance, there are several other hills or mountains that can be seen rising up from the ground. These hills are also covered in vegetation and have a few trees scattered across their surfaces.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility. The cloudy sky and the greenery of the hills and mountains create a sense of calmness and serenity. The people in the foreground add a sense of activity and life to the scene, but they do not detract from the overall peaceful atmosphere of the image.

The image appears to be an old illustration, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. The style of the illustration and the use of sepia tones suggest that it may have been created during this time period. The image may have been used to illustrate a book or article about travel or geography, or it may have been created as a standalone piece of art.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-06

The image is a monochromatic illustration of a castle in the middle of a valley with a mountain range in the background. The castle is in the middle of the valley, and the mountain range is in the background. There are people standing in front of the castle, and some are sitting on the ground. There are also some people standing on the right side of the castle. The sky is cloudy.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-06

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a landscape with a castle in the middle. The castle is surrounded by mountains and a body of water. There are people standing and sitting around the castle, and some are on the water. The castle is on a small island in the middle of the water. The mountains are in the background, and the sky is cloudy. The drawing has a watermark with the text "Vue Du Golfe De Squillace Et Des Ruines De L'Antique Secylatrum" at the bottom.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a sepia-toned print or engraving depicting a landscape with historical elements. In the foreground, there's a rocky outcrop with vegetation, leading down to a flat area where several figures are gathered near stacked stone blocks. These figures appear to be engaged in some form of work or activity.

In the middle ground stands a ruined structure, possibly an ancient building or fort, with visible openings and architectural details. Behind the ruin, the landscape opens up to reveal a backdrop of distant mountains, stretching across the horizon.

The sky is rendered with fine lines, suggesting clouds or an overcast day. The overall style of the artwork gives it an antique feel, typical of historical prints used for documenting landscapes and ruins.

The text at the bottom indicates the title of the piece, which mentions the Gulf of Squillace and ancient Scylatium, suggesting the location is in Calabria, Italy, at a place now known as Rochetta. The names "Chateler" and "Parin" are also present, possibly indicating the artist and engraver respectively. The letters "A.P.D.R." are visible as well, likely an abbreviation for "Avec Privilège du Roi".

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

This is a detailed engraving of an ancient landscape. The foreground is a rugged, sloping area of land with vegetation. In the midground, a large, square building with visible arches and windows is prominently displayed. Several figures are gathered around rectangular stone blocks nearby, possibly working on them. Beyond the building, there is a flat plain that stretches towards a body of water (likely a bay or sea) along the horizon. In the background, a range of mountains is visible under a cloudy sky. Text in French is present below the image, identifying the location (Gulf of Squillace), the ruins of the ancient city of Scylatium, and the location "Rocchetta in Calabria Ultérieure." There are details suggesting a historical context and an artistic style from a period of exploration and recording of classical sites.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a historical engraving depicting a landscape scene. It shows the Gulf of Squillace and the ruins of ancient Scylaceum, which is located in the region of Calabria in southern Italy. The foreground features a pathway or road with several people and carts, indicating a sense of activity and travel.

The central focus of the image is a large, ruined structure that appears to be a fortress or castle, situated near the water. This structure has a rectangular shape with several arched openings and a tower-like feature. The background includes a range of hills or low mountains, adding depth to the scene. The sky is filled with clouds, creating a somewhat dramatic atmosphere.

The engraving is detailed and includes text at the bottom, which reads: "Vue du Golphe de Squillace et des Ruines de l'antique Scylacium au lieu nommé aujourd'hui la Rochette dans la Calabre Ulterieure." This translates to "View of the Gulf of Squillace and the Ruins of ancient Scylaceum at the place now called La Rochette in Calabria Ulterior." The engraving is signed "Dessiné par Chatelet" and "Gravé par Florent," indicating the artist and engraver respectively. The image is marked with the number "N° 6" and the name "Chs. Cassas," likely referring to the series or collection it belongs to.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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