Human Generated Data

Title

Cession of the District of Matavai in Island of Otaheite to Capt. James Wilson for Use of the Missionaries

Date

1803

People

Artist: Francesco Bartolozzi, Italian 1727 - 1815

Artist after: Robert Smirke, British 1752-1845

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R11747

Human Generated Data

Title

Cession of the District of Matavai in Island of Otaheite to Capt. James Wilson for Use of the Missionaries

People

Artist: Francesco Bartolozzi, Italian 1727 - 1815

Artist after: Robert Smirke, British 1752-1845

Date

1803

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R11747

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-04

Human 99.5
Person 99.5
Person 99.5
Person 99.4
Person 99.3
Person 99
Painting 98.7
Art 98.7
Person 98.1
Person 98.1
Person 98
Person 97.7
Person 97.5
Person 96.4
Person 96
Person 94.8
Person 94.8
Person 93.3
Person 92.5
Person 90.9
Person 82.4
Person 81.4
People 77.2
Person 67.7
Person 65.5

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-04

people 100
group 99.9
many 99.9
adult 99
child 97.8
several 97.5
wear 96.3
woman 96
man 94.8
art 94
group together 93.9
military 93.2
veil 90.1
recreation 85.8
print 84.6
leader 84.6
baby 84.1
kneeling 83.2
dancing 81.8
elderly 80.5

Imagga
created on 2019-11-04

fan 41.9
follower 33.8
statue 33.7
person 28.3
sculpture 26.8
religion 26
history 23.3
old 23
monument 21.5
stone 19.6
ancient 19
art 18.3
architecture 18
travel 17.6
religious 16.9
tourism 16.5
god 16.3
temple 14.6
building 13
historic 12.8
people 12.8
culture 12.8
antique 12.1
famous 12.1
white 12
church 12
landmark 11.7
kin 11.7
faith 11.5
man 11.4
peace 11
marble 10.7
catholic 10.4
scene 10.4
historical 10.3
world 9.7
worship 9.7
detail 9.7
saint 9.6
spiritual 9.6
spirituality 9.6
traditional 9.1
groom 8.7
love 8.7
holy 8.7
cathedral 8.6
two 8.5
sky 8.3
vintage 8.3
mother 8
soldier 7.8
army 7.8
pray 7.8
military 7.7
tourist 7.5
child 7.5
park 7.4
symbol 7.4
monk 7.3
color 7.2

Google
created on 2019-11-04

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-04

text 97.3
clothing 94.8
old 94.5
painting 93.8
person 93.1
posing 92.6
woman 87.4
group 77.3
black 75.5
white 75.3
man 63
people 56.3
vintage 26.2
crowd 0.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 25-39
Gender Male, 50.9%
Fear 45.3%
Angry 47.2%
Disgusted 45.1%
Sad 45.2%
Surprised 45.4%
Confused 45.1%
Happy 45.2%
Calm 51.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 12-22
Gender Female, 53%
Disgusted 45%
Calm 49%
Angry 45.1%
Fear 50.4%
Confused 45%
Sad 45.2%
Happy 45.1%
Surprised 45.2%

AWS Rekognition

Age 13-23
Gender Female, 53.5%
Disgusted 45%
Confused 45%
Angry 45.1%
Calm 54.1%
Happy 45.1%
Sad 45.6%
Surprised 45%
Fear 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Male, 54.4%
Happy 45.4%
Disgusted 45.3%
Sad 45.5%
Calm 53.4%
Angry 45.2%
Fear 45.1%
Confused 45.1%
Surprised 45.1%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-35
Gender Male, 51.3%
Sad 45%
Confused 45%
Happy 45%
Surprised 45%
Disgusted 45%
Calm 55%
Fear 45%
Angry 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Male, 53.7%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 52.4%
Surprised 45.1%
Happy 45%
Calm 46.1%
Sad 46.1%
Fear 45.2%
Confused 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 13-25
Gender Female, 54.8%
Fear 45%
Calm 54.7%
Happy 45.2%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 45.1%
Confused 45%
Sad 45.1%
Surprised 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Male, 53.7%
Angry 45.1%
Confused 45%
Calm 52.3%
Sad 46.4%
Happy 45.9%
Fear 45.3%
Surprised 45%
Disgusted 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 12-22
Gender Female, 50.2%
Happy 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Calm 50.5%
Fear 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Angry 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 21-33
Gender Female, 54.3%
Confused 45%
Disgusted 45.1%
Angry 46.8%
Calm 51.9%
Fear 45%
Happy 45%
Surprised 45%
Sad 46.1%

AWS Rekognition

Age 14-26
Gender Male, 54.9%
Fear 45%
Happy 45%
Angry 45.5%
Sad 45.9%
Confused 45%
Calm 53.6%
Disgusted 45%
Surprised 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Female, 50.2%
Confused 45%
Fear 45%
Disgusted 45%
Sad 45.2%
Angry 45%
Happy 46.6%
Calm 53.1%
Surprised 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 39-57
Gender Female, 50.2%
Surprised 45%
Disgusted 45%
Fear 45.1%
Confused 45.1%
Sad 49.8%
Angry 49.1%
Happy 45.1%
Calm 45.8%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Female, 52.8%
Surprised 45%
Confused 45%
Calm 55%
Happy 45%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 45%
Sad 45%
Fear 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 31-47
Gender Female, 50.5%
Happy 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Calm 50.5%
Confused 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Angry 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Female, 52.5%
Happy 45.5%
Surprised 45.1%
Fear 45%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 45%
Confused 45%
Sad 45.1%
Calm 54.3%

AWS Rekognition

Age 50-68
Gender Male, 54.9%
Happy 45.2%
Confused 45%
Disgusted 45%
Surprised 45%
Fear 45%
Calm 54.6%
Angry 45.1%
Sad 45.2%

AWS Rekognition

Age 27-43
Gender Male, 52.9%
Disgusted 45.1%
Happy 45%
Fear 45.9%
Angry 47.4%
Surprised 45.3%
Sad 47.1%
Confused 45.2%
Calm 48.9%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Female, 52.1%
Calm 51.2%
Disgusted 45%
Fear 45%
Surprised 45%
Angry 45%
Happy 48.7%
Sad 45.1%
Confused 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 5-15
Gender Female, 50.3%
Calm 50.3%
Angry 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Happy 49.5%
Sad 49.6%
Confused 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Female, 50.1%
Fear 49.9%
Angry 49.7%
Calm 49.6%
Sad 49.8%
Surprised 49.5%
Happy 49.6%
Disgusted 49.5%
Confused 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Female, 50%
Calm 50.1%
Disgusted 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Angry 49.6%
Happy 49.6%
Sad 49.7%
Confused 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 40-58
Gender Female, 50%
Fear 49.5%
Happy 49.5%
Angry 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Sad 49.6%
Calm 50.3%

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-32
Gender Male, 50.4%
Calm 49.8%
Sad 49.9%
Fear 49.5%
Disgusted 49.6%
Angry 49.6%
Surprised 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Happy 49.6%

AWS Rekognition

Age 6-16
Gender Female, 50.3%
Confused 49.5%
Surprised 49.6%
Disgusted 49.5%
Calm 50.2%
Fear 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Happy 49.6%
Angry 49.6%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Male, 50.1%
Happy 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Calm 50.4%
Confused 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Angry 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Female, 50.5%
Happy 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Calm 50.4%
Fear 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Angry 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 6-16
Gender Male, 54.5%
Confused 45%
Sad 45.1%
Angry 45.1%
Happy 45.8%
Calm 53.8%
Disgusted 45.1%
Fear 45%
Surprised 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 12-22
Gender Female, 50%
Calm 50.4%
Happy 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Angry 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 15-27
Gender Female, 50%
Happy 49.8%
Disgusted 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Angry 49.6%
Calm 50.1%
Sad 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 3-11
Gender Female, 50.4%
Angry 49.5%
Happy 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Calm 49.6%
Disgusted 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Sad 50.4%

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-42
Gender Male, 50.2%
Confused 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Calm 50.4%
Angry 49.6%
Sad 49.5%
Happy 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-34
Gender Male, 54%
Calm 54.2%
Happy 45.1%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 45.1%
Fear 45%
Surprised 45%
Sad 45.6%
Confused 45%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Male, 50.1%
Fear 49.5%
Angry 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Happy 49.6%
Disgusted 49.6%
Calm 50.2%
Sad 49.6%
Confused 49.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 99.5%
Person 99.5%
Person 99.4%
Person 99.3%
Person 99%
Person 98.1%
Person 98.1%
Person 98%
Person 97.7%
Person 97.5%
Person 96.4%
Person 96%
Person 94.8%
Person 94.8%
Person 93.3%
Person 92.5%
Person 90.9%
Person 82.4%
Person 81.4%
Person 67.7%
Person 65.5%
Painting 98.7%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a group of people standing around a group of people -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image is a historical illustration depicting a diverse group of people gathered together in an outdoor setting surrounded by lush vegetation and mountainous terrain. The group features a mix of men, women, and children, who appear to be engaged in an important social event or meeting. The attire of the individuals varies widely, with some dressed in traditional Western clothing and others in more minimalistic or native attire. The scene includes elements suggestive of a cross-cultural exchange or significant event involving different communities. The background is filled with palm trees, hills, and vegetation, giving the scene an exotic and tropical atmosphere.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-01

The image appears to be a historical scene depicted in an engraving or print. It portrays a diverse group of individuals gathered outdoors, with an idyllic landscape in the background featuring palm trees, mountains, and lush vegetation, suggesting a tropical setting. The individuals are wearing a variety of clothing styles, typical of colonial or 19th-century fashion, with some in formal attire and others in simpler or more practical clothing possibly indicative of different social statuses or cultural backgrounds. The overall composition of the image is carefully staged, with individuals interacting in various ways, which might suggest a narrative or allegorical scene. Due to the artistic style and costumes, the image seems to carry a historical or educational significance, reflecting a moment or aspect of societal life from a bygone era.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical engraving depicting what appears to be a cultural exchange or meeting between European colonists and indigenous people, likely in a tropical or Pacific island setting. The scene is set against a backdrop of mountains and palm trees, suggesting an island landscape. The composition shows two distinct groups of people - one group wearing formal European clothing of what appears to be the late 18th or early 19th century, and another group in traditional indigenous dress. The scene appears to be some kind of formal gathering or ceremony, with various figures arranged in a semi-circle. The image has a sepia or monochromatic tone typical of period engravings, and there's a caption at the bottom of the print, though it's not clearly legible in this version. The artistic style and subject matter suggest this is documenting a significant historical encounter between Western explorers or colonists and indigenous peoples.

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

The image depicts a large family gathering in an outdoor tropical setting with mountains in the background. The family members are dressed in various styles of clothing from the late 18th or early 19th century, including long dresses, tunics, and headscarves. They are arranged in a semicircle, with some sitting and others standing. In the center of the group are two women, one sitting and one standing, who appear to be the matriarchs or central figures of the family. The expressions and postures of the group members suggest a formal portrait sitting. The image has an antique, sepia-toned appearance, indicating it is likely a historical engraving or lithograph print from that time period depicting a notable family in a colonial setting, possibly in the Caribbean, South America or the South Pacific.

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

The image depicts a large group of people in a lush, tropical setting. In the foreground, there appear to be a mix of European and indigenous individuals, some clothed and some unclothed, interacting with each other. In the background, there are palm trees, mountains, and other vegetation, creating a scenic, almost idyllic landscape. The overall scene seems to suggest some sort of interaction or gathering between different cultures and people.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image depicts a scene from the early 19th century, featuring a group of people gathered in a tropical setting. The scene is set against a backdrop of mountains and trees, with a body of water visible in the distance.

In the foreground, there are several individuals dressed in formal attire, including men and women, who appear to be of European descent. They are standing or sitting on the ground, surrounded by a group of people who are dressed in traditional Hawaiian clothing, consisting of loincloths and sarongs.

One of the individuals in the foreground is holding a child, while another is gesturing towards the group of Hawaiians. The atmosphere appears to be one of curiosity and interest, as the Europeans seem to be observing the Hawaiians with a sense of wonder.

The overall mood of the image is one of cultural exchange and interaction, highlighting the meeting of two different worlds. The image suggests that the Europeans are interested in learning about the Hawaiian culture, while the Hawaiians may be curious about the European customs and traditions.

The image also provides insight into the historical context of the time, highlighting the interactions between different cultures and societies. It serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and respecting cultural differences, and the value of learning from one another.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image is a sepia-toned illustration of a group of people in a tropical setting, with a mountain range in the background. The scene depicts a gathering of individuals from different cultures and social classes, including European colonizers, indigenous people, and possibly enslaved Africans.

Key Elements:

  • A large group of people, including men, women, and children, are gathered in a clearing surrounded by palm trees and other tropical vegetation.
  • The individuals are dressed in various attire, ranging from traditional indigenous clothing to European-style clothing, indicating a mix of cultures and social classes.
  • Some individuals appear to be engaged in conversation or interacting with each other, while others seem to be observing the scene.
  • In the background, a mountain range is visible, suggesting a remote or exotic location.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of curiosity and observation, as if the individuals are studying or learning from each other.

Possible Context:

  • The image may be depicting a historical event or encounter between European colonizers and indigenous peoples in a tropical region.
  • The presence of enslaved Africans is also possible, given the historical context of colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade.
  • The image may be intended to convey a sense of cultural exchange, curiosity, or even exploitation, depending on the context in which it was created.

Artistic Style:

  • The illustration is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with attention to texture, lighting, and composition.
  • The use of sepia tones gives the image a sense of age and nostalgia, suggesting that it may be a historical or archival document.
  • The artistic style is reminiscent of 19th-century European art, particularly in the depiction of tropical landscapes and exotic cultures.

Conclusion:

  • The image is a complex and multifaceted representation of cultural encounter and exchange in a tropical setting.
  • The illustration raises questions about the historical context, artistic intentions, and cultural significance of the image, inviting further analysis and interpretation.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of people in an outdoor area. A group of people are standing and sitting on the ground. Some of them are wearing clothes, while others are not. The group is divided into two. The group on the left is wearing traditional clothing, while the group on the right is wearing Western clothing. There are trees and mountains in the background.

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

The image depicts a historical scene, possibly from the late 18th or early 19th century, featuring a group of people gathered in an outdoor setting, likely on a tropical island. The scene is dominated by a lush, green backdrop with palm trees and mountains in the distance. The foreground shows a mix of individuals, some dressed in traditional attire, while others are wearing Western clothing.

At the center of the image, a prominent figure, possibly a leader or a notable individual, is holding a baby, surrounded by a group of people who appear to be in a state of reverence or respect. The scene conveys a sense of cultural exchange or interaction between different groups.

The image has a sepia tone, giving it an antique and historical feel. The composition and details suggest that it is a historical illustration or a painting, rather than a modern photograph. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of curiosity, exploration, and the blending of cultures.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-20

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a sepia-toned engraving depicting a scene of cultural exchange between a group of indigenous people and European missionaries in a tropical setting. The artwork is based on the "Defacement of the Idols in the District of Mataiva" in the Marquesas Islands.

The left side of the image shows a group of indigenous individuals, some nearly nude, with varying skin tones. Some are seated on the ground, while others are standing. Two figures are carrying individuals on their shoulders, possibly representing high-ranking members or people of importance. The landscape in the background features palm trees, lush vegetation, and distant mountains.

On the right side, there is a group of European missionaries dressed in formal attire. They are shown interacting with the indigenous people. A woman in a long white gown is holding a baby, and a small child stands next to her. The composition suggests a moment of interaction and cultural exchange.

The engraving style is detailed and realistic, capturing the distinct features of the people, their clothing, and the surrounding landscape. The overall tone of the image is historical and documentary, offering a glimpse into the interactions between different cultures during a specific time.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-20

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression

The image appears to be an historical engraving or print. It depicts a scene with a blend of Polynesian and Western cultures. There is a clear distinction in the attire and appearance of the people, suggesting an interaction between missionaries/explorers and the native inhabitants of a tropical island.

Key Elements

  • Setting: The background is a tropical landscape with palm trees, lush vegetation, and mountains in the distance. This establishes the island setting.
  • Characters: There are two main groups of people:
    • Westerners: These individuals are dressed in the attire of the era, including long coats, suits, and dresses. They likely represent missionaries, explorers, or officials.
    • Polynesian Islanders: The Islanders are depicted with darker skin and are partially or fully unclothed, with some wearing traditional garments like wrapped cloths. Some are adorned with tattoos.
  • Interaction: The composition suggests an official meeting or ceremony. The Westerners are standing, observing the Islanders. The Islanders are also engaging with the Westerners, suggesting a significant event.
  • Positioning: The central focus is on a woman holding a baby, surrounded by both groups, indicating an important figure. The positioning of the individuals suggests a formal gathering, possibly a presentation or the beginning of a new relationship.

Overall Interpretation

Based on the visual elements, this image is likely a depiction of a historical event that involved the interaction between European explorers, or missionaries, and the indigenous people of a Polynesian island. The image could represent a variety of events, such as the arrival of missionaries, diplomatic talks, or an initiation ceremony. The scene indicates cultural contact and exchange.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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