Human Generated Data

Title

The Setting Sun

Date

18th century

People

Artist: William Elliot, British c. 1727 - 1766

Artist after: Jean Baptiste Pillement, French 1728 - 1808

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3754

Human Generated Data

Title

The Setting Sun

People

Artist: William Elliot, British c. 1727 - 1766

Artist after: Jean Baptiste Pillement, French 1728 - 1808

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3754

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-23

Person 99.4
Human 99.4
Art 96.8
Painting 95.8
Person 89.3
Person 82.4
Person 82.2
Text 65.7
Drawing 64.9
Person 62.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-27

print 100
art 99.8
people 99.8
illustration 99.8
painting 99.6
engraving 98.6
vintage 98.4
adult 97.8
etching 97.8
wear 97.6
group 97.3
paper 96.8
man 96.8
sepia pigment 95.5
tree 95
antique 94.8
old 94.7
retro 93.3
veil 92.7
cavalry 91

Imagga
created on 2022-01-23

grunge 63.1
book jacket 56.6
texture 50.8
old 49.5
vintage 48.8
aged 45.3
jacket 44
antique 39
grungy 38
dirty 35.3
retro 35.3
frame 34.5
wrapping 33.5
wall 32.7
rusty 32.4
rough 31.9
damaged 31.5
textured 29
pattern 28.1
weathered 27.6
wallpaper 26.8
paper 26.7
covering 26.4
material 25.9
rust 25.1
design 23.7
art 23.6
border 22.6
ancient 22.5
space 21.7
structure 21.4
messy 20.3
surface 20.3
paint 19.9
color 18.9
empty 18.9
parchment 18.2
aging 18.2
stain 17.3
dirt 17.2
brown 16.9
worn 16.2
canvas 16.1
backdrop 15.7
negative 15.7
text 14.9
graphic 14.6
blank 14.6
torn 14.5
decay 14.5
film 14.1
backgrounds 13.8
detail 13.7
crumpled 13.6
envelope 13.6
decoration 13.5
spot 13.4
black 13.2
stained 12.5
obsolete 12.5
old fashioned 12.4
artistic 12.2
grain 12
artwork 11.9
grime 11.7
scratch 11.7
faded 11.7
container 10.9
dark 10.9
ragged 10.7
snow 10.7
stains 10.7
map 10.6
edge 10.6
detailed 10.6
digital 10.5
screen 10.3
page 10.2
earth 10.1
decorative 10
scratched 9.8
noise 9.8
crack 9.7
textures 9.5
graphics 9.4
world 9.4
iron 9.3
atlas 8.9
noisy 8.9
continental 8.9
metal 8.9
steel 8.8
burned 8.8
country 8.8
jigsaw puzzle 8.8
burnt 8.8
continent 8.7
states 8.7
your 8.7
collage 8.7
geography 8.7
rustic 8.6
yellow 8.6
north 8.6
japan 8.6
international 8.6
england 8.6
planet 8.5
china 8.5
simple 8.4
globe 8.3
metallic 8.3
global 8.2
landscape 8.2
close 8
ocean 8
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world map 7.9
layered 7.9
mess 7.9
fence 7.8
architecture 7.8
kingdom 7.8
mottled 7.8
fracture 7.8
layer 7.7
flower 7.7
united 7.6
nation 7.6
historic 7.3
connection 7.3

Google
created on 2022-01-23

Cloud 87.5
Natural landscape 87
Tree 86.9
Wood 86.1
Art 83.3
Landscape 77.6
Painting 77.5
Tints and shades 77.1
Plant 76.4
Trunk 74.6
Rectangle 74.2
Printmaking 69.5
Sky 69
Visual arts 67.7
Drawing 67.5
Paper product 67.1
Antique 65.6
History 64.8
Illustration 64.3
Artwork 62.1

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-23

gallery 98.7
room 97.7
drawing 97.5
painting 94.9
scene 94.2
sketch 88.5
text 88.2
picture frame 66.5
tree 60.3
illustration 51.5
old 46.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 99.4%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-23

This is an image of a detailed etching or engraving depicting a pastoral scene. The artwork is executed in a style that suggests it was created several centuries ago. It features an evening or night setting, as indicated by the dark, cloud-filled sky above.

In the foreground, to the right, there are several figures: a woman, a child, and a dog are prominently displayed beside a boat with a raised sail that is docked on a rocky shore. They seem to be either disembarking or preparing to board. The woman is holding the child's hand, while her other hand is resting upon the head of the dog, which appears to be a large breed, possibly a hunting type.

Lush, mature trees frame this central scene on both sides, suggesting a secluded river or lake location. The left side of the image reveals a more open landscape with gentle hills in the background across the water. There are also small figures that appear to be working or moving on the opposite shore, suggesting human activity.

The image is annotated in the lower section with a title (which looks like it might be in French, although it's not entirely clear) and possibly an artist's name or collector's mark, but I am not able to provide details about the title or attribution.

The etching has a quality of tranquility and natural beauty—common themes in pastoral representations in art history. This work could possibly be part of a series or a stand-alone piece intended to evoke a serene, romantic, or contemplative mood. It's a fine example of landscape art within the tradition of etching and engraving.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-23

This image is an intricate etching depicting a serene river scene at sunset, titled "Le Soleil Couchant" which translates to "The Setting Sun." The artwork appears to be from the 18th century, given its detailed style and the cursive script used in the title. A sailboat with a prominent, triangular sail is anchored near the riverbank, suggesting peaceful navigation or rest.

In the foreground, to the right, there is a group of figures, including a standing woman and a seated child, possibly engaged in conversation or an activity by the water. The natural scenery includes tall, leafy trees with dense foliage, and the surrounding landscape exudes tranquility. Light plays gently on the water's surface and the scene is shaded with skillful hatching, enhancing the depth and calm of the setting.

The etching has descriptive text below the image, indicating it was engraved by an artist named Elliot based on an original drawing by Jean Gillemenc. This further signifies the collaborative nature of published artwork during that period. The overall scene exemplifies a picturesque moment in nature, beautifully captured in the tradition of classic landscape art.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-23

This is a black and white engraved landscape scene depicting a river or body of water with boats and figures in the foreground. The background features a wooded, hilly terrain with trees and foliage. The scene appears to be set in a rural or natural setting, with a serene and picturesque quality. The engraved style gives the image a detailed, textured appearance.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-23

This is a scenic black and white engraving titled "Le Soleil Couchant" (The Setting Sun). The artwork shows a tranquil riverside landscape at dusk. In the scene, a sailboat with a prominent white sail is moored near a rocky shoreline. The composition is framed by large, gnarled trees that lean dramatically over the water, creating an atmospheric effect. On the shore, there are a few small figures shown in period dress. In the background, there's a distant view of what appears to be a village or settlement with trees along the horizon. The sky is rendered with careful attention to cloud detail, suggesting the approaching evening. The overall mood is peaceful and romantic, typical of 18th-century landscape art. The print appears to be created by William Elliott after an original work by Jean Pillement, as indicated in the French text below the image.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a serene landscape with a boat on a river, surrounded by trees and hills. The scene is rendered in black and white, with the title "Le Petit Couchant" written at the bottom.

  • Title
    • The title "Le Petit Couchant" is written in French, which translates to "The Little Sunset" in English.
  • Scene
    • The scene depicts a boat on a river, with trees and hills in the background.
    • The boat is sailing towards the right side of the image, with a few people on board.
    • There are also some animals, such as dogs and horses, present in the scene.
  • Color Scheme
    • The image is rendered in black and white, which gives it a classic and timeless feel.
  • Overall Impression
    • The image conveys a sense of peace and tranquility, with the gentle movement of the boat and the serene surroundings creating a calming atmosphere.

In summary, the image is a beautiful and peaceful depiction of a boat on a river, surrounded by trees and hills. The use of black and white adds to the classic feel of the image, while the title "Le Petit Couchant" suggests a sense of serenity and tranquility.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image is a sepia-toned illustration of a serene landscape, featuring a boat on a river surrounded by trees and rocky cliffs. The scene is set against a cloudy sky, with the sun shining through the clouds.

In the foreground, a woman sits on the shore, accompanied by a child and a dog. A man stands nearby, holding a fishing rod. The boat, which appears to be anchored in the river, has its sail raised, suggesting that it may have been used for transportation or fishing.

The illustration is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate textures and shading that give the image depth and dimension. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peacefulness, evoking a sense of a idyllic rural setting.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption in French, which translates to "The Solitary Couchant." This title suggests that the image may be part of a larger series or collection of illustrations, possibly depicting different scenes from nature or everyday life.

Overall, the image is a beautiful and evocative representation of a peaceful landscape, inviting the viewer to step into its serene and idyllic world.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-28

The image is an old drawing that shows a boat on a river. The boat is sailing on the water, and there are people sitting and standing on it. The boat has a white sail. On the left side of the boat, there is a tree trunk, and on the right side, there is a large rock. The sky is cloudy, and the image has a vintage look. The drawing is signed by the artist, "Gravé pour M. Elliot d'après le dessin original de M. Lemoine."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-28

The image is a black-and-white painting of a river with a boat sailing on it. The boat is sailing on a river with a few people on board. A man and a woman are sitting on the ground near the river, while a dog is standing near them. The river is surrounded by trees and plants. On the right side, there is a rock formation. The sky is cloudy.

Text analysis

Amazon

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