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Human Generated Data

Title

Rat Catcher

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Philip Dawe, British c. 1750 - c. 1785

Artist after: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, Spanish 1618 - 1682

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R2779

Human Generated Data

Title

Rat Catcher

People

Artist: Philip Dawe, British c. 1750 - c. 1785

Artist after: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, Spanish 1618 - 1682

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R2779

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-24

Art 100
Painting 100
Face 99
Head 99
Photography 99
Portrait 99
Animal 88.9
Mammal 88.9
Pet 88.9
Drawing 55.6
Musical Instrument 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-02-27

people 99.9
one 99.4
portrait 98.8
adult 98.6
print 96.5
art 94.9
book series 94.8
man 94.4
wear 92.1
music 91.9
writer 91.2
administration 90.1
woman 89.6
engraving 87.2
painting 86.7
sit 84.2
leader 82.6
book bindings 82.5
veil 82.4
furniture 82.3

Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

gramophone 49.5
record player 39.6
machine 33.7
person 32.8
device 25.1
disk jockey 21.5
adult 19.4
portrait 17.5
broadcaster 17.2
man 16.8
people 16.7
scholar 16.2
human 15
model 14.8
sitting 14.6
black 14.4
fashion 14.3
male 14.2
hair 13.5
attractive 13.3
communicator 13.1
intellectual 12.9
face 12.8
old 12.5
sexy 12
one 11.9
newspaper 11.1
money 11.1
vintage 10.7
interior 10.6
lady 10.5
art 10.5
pretty 9.8
home 9.6
love 9.5
lifestyle 9.4
dollar 9.3
business 9.1
dress 9
blond 9
potter's wheel 8.9
product 8.8
looking 8.8
creation 8.8
closeup 8.8
elegance 8.4
hand 8.3
banking 8.3
holding 8.2
cash 8.2
happy 8.1
suit 8.1
currency 8.1
religion 8.1
financial 8
close 8
room 7.9
antique 7.8
wheel 7.7
youth 7.7
god 7.6
serious 7.6
finance 7.6
mature 7.4
retro 7.4
sculpture 7
indoors 7

Google
created on 2019-02-27

Microsoft
created on 2019-02-27

text 100
book 99.1
person 91.6
old 75.8
art 49.1
black and white 46.9
museum 42.8
music 38.3
monochrome 37.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 39-47
Gender Female, 100%
Happy 95.3%
Surprised 6.4%
Fear 6%
Calm 3.1%
Sad 2.2%
Confused 0.6%
Disgusted 0.1%
Angry 0%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Adult
Male
Man
Person
Cat

Clarifai

Human face
Clothing
Cat
Human hand
Human nose
Human arm
Human eye

AWS Rekognition

Adult 99.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

paintings art 94%
people portraits 5.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-02-27

a vintage photo of a man 86.3%
a vintage photo of a man in a black suitcase 66.4%
an old photo of a man 66.3%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

portrait of a woman holding a book.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a man in a hat and a bird on a table

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-10

The image is a vintage-style illustration titled "The Rat Catcher." It depicts a person dressed in tattered clothing, focusing on a wooden contraption, possibly a trap. Sitting on their shoulder is a curious-looking cat. The attire has an old, rustic appearance with detailed folds and shading, suggesting a historical time period. The background is dark, drawing attention to the figure and their cat. The overall composition highlights the activity of the rat-catching profession. The artist's and engraver's signatures appear at the bottom along with the title of the work.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-10

The image depicts an etching or engraving that shows a person seated and working on a device resembling a cylindrical cage with multiple bars, characteristic of a period machine or instrument. The person's attire suggests a historical setting with a loose-fitting shirt and an apron, which might indicate a working or artisanal context. There's also a prominent feather sticking out of the person's headwear, adding to the historical feel of the image.

To the right of the individual, a curious cat is illustrated perched on the edge of the chair or surface, looking directly at the viewer. The cat appears engaged and attentive, contributing to the narrative of the scene. The mechanics of the scene imply that the device could be related to the cat, considering the title "The Rat Catcher" written at the base of the image, suggesting a historical or allegorical representation of this profession.

The bottom of the image contains text; the words "Handel & Spiers sculp." and "London, Published as the Act directs, Sept.r 2 1772, by R. Sayer, No. 53 in Fleet Street" indicate that this is a published work, potentially serving as an illustration or publication from the 18th century with a specific reference to rat catching.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This is a historical black and white print titled "The Rat Catcher." The artwork shows a figure in working-class clothing from what appears to be the 18th century, wearing a cap and simple garments. They are seated and appear to be working with some kind of trap or device on a wooden surface. What makes the image particularly interesting is the presence of a cat peering over the person's shoulder, creating an amusing scene given the subject matter of rat catching. The contrast and shading in the print is quite dramatic, typical of the artistic style of the period. The print has text at the bottom indicating its title and publication details.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-10

This is a historical black and white print titled "The Rat Catcher." It appears to be from the 18th century, showing someone in working clothes with a cap, sitting at what appears to be a work table or surface. They are holding what seems to be a rat trap or similar device. There's a cat perched on their shoulder, which adds an interesting element to the composition given the subject matter. The person is dressed in somewhat tattered or well-worn clothing, suggesting their working-class status. The style is characteristic of period engravings or mezzotints, with rich tonal contrasts between light and dark. The scene has a certain charm despite its mundane subject matter, showing a glimpse into historical pest control methods.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-10

The black and white image shows a smiling boy sitting on a barrel or stool while a cat perches on his shoulder. The boy appears to be wearing a cap and tattered clothing, giving the impression he may be poor or a street urchin. He has one hand resting on a book or flat object on the barrel/stool. The cat is turned towards the boy, almost as if interacting with him. The overall scene gives a lighthearted, playful impression of the bond between the cheerful boy and the cat draped over his shoulder.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-10

The image depicts a smiling person wearing a cap and holding a small animal, which appears to be a kitten or a cat, on their shoulder. The person is seated and appears to be operating some type of mechanical or musical device, likely a typewriter or drum. The image has a dark, atmospheric quality and is rendered in a monochromatic style, suggesting it may be an engraving or etching. The title "The Net Catcher" provides additional context about the subject of the work.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

The image is a vintage illustration of a man and a cat, with the title "The Rat Catcher" at the bottom.

  • The man is sitting on a wooden stool, wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt.
    • He has a large smile on his face and is holding a small wooden box in his lap.
    • His left arm is resting on the box, and he appears to be holding something in his hand.
  • The cat is perched on the man's shoulder, looking directly at the viewer.
    • It has a light-colored coat with darker stripes and a long tail.
    • The cat's eyes are bright and alert, and it seems to be enjoying the attention.
  • The background of the image is dark, with a subtle gradient that suggests a nighttime setting.
    • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of warmth and companionship, with the man and cat appearing to be enjoying each other's company.

The image is a charming and intimate portrayal of a man and his feline companion, capturing a moment of quiet contentment and affection.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

The image is a black-and-white print of a man sitting on a stool, with a cat perched on his shoulder. The man is wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt, and he appears to be holding a small object in his hand. The cat is looking directly at the viewer, and its tail is visible behind the man's head.

In the foreground, there is a small table or box with a lid that is slightly ajar. The man's hand is resting on the lid, and it appears to be holding a small tool or instrument. The background of the image is dark, which helps to highlight the figures of the man and the cat.

Overall, the image suggests a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The man and the cat seem to be engaged in a peaceful activity, and the dark background adds to the sense of calmness. The image may be intended to convey a message about the importance of slowing down and appreciating the simple things in life.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-10

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a man with a cat on his shoulder. He is sitting on a wooden stool, and his left hand is holding a rat. His right hand is holding a rat trap, and he is placing it on top of a barrel. The man is wearing a hat, a long-sleeve shirt, and pants. The drawing has a watermark on the bottom with the text "The Rat Catcher".

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-10

The image is a black-and-white etching titled "The Rat Catcher," created by P.P. D'Amecourt. The central figure is a man seated on a stool, holding a rat trap in his right hand and a rat in his left hand. He is wearing a hat and a tattered coat, and a cat is perched on his shoulder, adding a playful element to the scene. The image captures a moment of tension and focus as the rat catcher prepares to release the trapped rat. The background is plain and dark, emphasizing the figures and the action in the foreground.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-29

Here's a description of the image:

Overview:

The image is an old, possibly engraved or etched, portrait titled "The Rat Catcher." It depicts a smiling, slightly disheveled man engaged in the process of setting a rat trap. A kitten peers out from his shoulder, adding a touch of irony and humor to the scene.

Detailed Description:

  • Central Figure: The man is the focal point. He wears a loose-fitting, somewhat worn tunic-like shirt, likely of linen or rough cloth, along with knee breeches. He sports a soft cap on his head, which adds to his rustic appearance. His smile is broad and a little mischievous, conveying a sense of enjoyment in his work.

  • Rat Trap: The man is working on setting a box-like rat trap. The trap sits on top of a small wooden barrel. The man has a tool in his hand which appears to be part of the trap's triggering mechanism.

  • Kitten: A small kitten is perched on the man's shoulder, gazing out at the viewer with wide, curious eyes.

  • Mouse: The man casually holds a small mouse by the tail in his left hand.

  • Setting: The background is dark and indistinct, focusing the viewer's attention on the figures and objects in the foreground. A small stool/bench is partially visible.

  • Style: The style of the image is reminiscent of 18th-century portraiture, with a focus on realistic detail and a sense of capturing a moment in time. The shading and textures are meticulously rendered.

  • Text: At the bottom of the image, there is text indicating the title ("The Rat Catcher"), the artist (Morland) and the engraver (L.Dawe fecit)

Overall Impression:

The image is an intriguing study of a common profession in a bygone era. It is humorous due to the cat's presence. The details of the man's clothing, the rat trap, and the kitten create a vivid and engaging scene.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-29

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a monochrome engraving titled "The Rat Catcher." The central figure is a man in a hat, smiling and looking directly at the viewer. He is dressed in a casual, somewhat tattered coat and shirt. A small, curious kitten rests on his shoulder, looking over his head. In his hand, he holds a tiny mouse dangling over his shirt.

The man is seated and appears to be operating a wooden rat trap that is placed on a wooden barrel. The trap mechanism is visible.

The scene has a dark background, focusing the viewer's attention on the man and his cat. The style of the engraving is detailed, and it likely dates back to the late 18th century. The artist's name is "Morland pine", and the engraver is "LDave fecit".

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white print titled "The Rat Catcher." It depicts a man with a cheerful expression, wearing a hat and a tattered coat. He is holding a rat trap in his right hand and is accompanied by a cat perched on his left shoulder. The man appears to be engaged in his profession as a rat catcher, which is further suggested by the rat trap and the cat, a common companion for such a job. The background is dark, which emphasizes the figure and his tools. The print is signed by the artist, identified as "P. Dawe fecit," and includes a note indicating that it was published in London on September 29, 1790, by E. H. Darly in the Strand. The image captures a historical profession and lifestyle in a detailed and expressive manner.

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Text analysis

Amazon

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