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Human Generated Data

Title

The Arms of Death

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger, German 1497/98 - 1543

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, John Witt Randall Fund, R248NA

Human Generated Data

Title

The Arms of Death

People

Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger, German 1497/98 - 1543

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, John Witt Randall Fund, R248NA

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-07

Painting 93.4
Art 93.4
Human 88
Advertisement 75.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-07

illustration 99.7
art 99.6
print 99.5
people 99.4
engraving 98.5
man 97.1
old 97
religion 95.6
painting 95.5
vintage 94.1
woodcut 93.8
retro 93.2
antique 92.3
adult 92.2
group 90.6
ancient 90.4
visuals 89.2
paper 88.7
etching 87.1
royalty 85.7

Imagga
created on 2019-08-07

mosaic 46.2
arabesque 45
art 42.4
religion 28.7
tile 27.6
old 26.5
vintage 25.7
antique 22.7
ancient 20.8
transducer 20.7
decoration 19.2
culture 18.8
stamp 18.4
church 17.6
texture 17.4
paper 17.3
pattern 17.1
design 16.7
history 16.1
architecture 15.6
retro 15.6
electrical device 15.5
mail 15.3
religious 15
traditional 15
postmark 14.8
postage 14.8
letter 14.7
detail 14.5
money 13.6
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temple 13.3
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finance 12.7
currency 12.6
gold 12.4
drawing 12.1
travel 12
icon 11.9
bank 11.7
museum 11.7
spirituality 11.5
god 11.5
symbol 11.5
golden 11.2
dollar 11.2
grunge 11.1
close 10.9
financial 10.7
style 10.4
ornament 10.4
east 10.3
prayer rug 10.2
sculpture 10.1
cash 10.1
device 10.1
collection 9.9
masterpiece 9.9
interior 9.7
wall 9.4
banking 9.2
historic 9.2
empire 8.8
bible 8.8
orthodox 8.8
century 8.8
artistic 8.7
holy 8.7
covering 8.7
painted 8.6
black 8.4
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tourism 8.3
rug 8.1
surface 8
envelope 7.9
byzantine 7.9
renaissance 7.9
eastern 7.8
middle 7.7
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loan 7.7
exchange 7.6
one 7.5
artwork 7.3
global 7.3
carving 7.3
landmark 7.2
wealth 7.2
textured 7
sketch 7

Google
created on 2019-08-07

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-07

nintendo 100
text 100
book 100
drawing 99.6
sketch 99.6
cartoon 93.1
illustration 92
person 84.7
painting 67.2
art 67.1
clothing 67
engraving 55.8
woodcut 50.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 86.1%
Surprised 0.9%
Happy 1%
Disgusted 0.1%
Calm 92.8%
Angry 2.8%
Confused 0.6%
Sad 1.8%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Poster

Clarifai

Clothing
Poster
Skull
Human face
Person
Human head

AWS Rekognition

Person 88%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-07

paintings art 97.7%
streetview architecture 2.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-07

a close up of a book 43.4%
close up of a book 38%
a close up of a book cover 37.9%

Clarifai

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

illustration toa week of kindness.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-19

a photograph of a drawing of a man and woman in a medieval style

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-08

The image is a black and white woodcut illustration with clear medieval or Renaissance influences, depicting an allegorical scene related to death. The central figure is represented as a skeletal figure with a skull, holding an hourglass, which is a classical symbol of the passage of time and the inevitability of death.

On the left side of the image, a male figure is shown. He is wearing a large, broad-brimmed hat with an elaborate garment that might denote status or a specific medieval or Renaissance period. On the right side, a female figure is depicted, dressed in a voluminous gown with intricate patterns, her hairstyle reflecting fashion styles from several centuries ago.

Between the male and female figures, beneath the skeletal figure, there is a crowned skull, further emphasizing the theme of mortality and possibly the transience of earthly power and beauty. Below the crowned skull, there is a decorative element featuring another skull, reinforcing the motif of death.

Above the scene is an inscription in Gothic script, "Die wapen desß Todtß," which translates from German to "The Emblem of Death." The background includes a cloudy sky and mountainous landscape, adding depth and atmosphere to the illustration.

Overall, the image visually communicates themes of mortality, the passage of time, and the inevitability of death, common in medieval and Renaissance art and literature.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-08

This is a black and white engraving or woodcut, which depicts a scene containing two human figures and a skull. The scene is from the Renaissance or Medieval period based on the style of clothing and the artistic technique.

On the left side of the image stands a man who appears to be in conversation with the figure on the right. This man has curly hair, a full beard, and wears a hat adorned with what looks like a feather. He is clothed in a garment that seems heavy and elaborate, which suggests a status of importance or fashion consistent with historical periods of nobility or scholars.

On the right side, there is a woman with her hair styled in a manner typical of a bygone era, wearing a dress with puffed sleeves and a fitted bodice. She is slightly turned towards the man, indicating an interaction or a discussion between them.

Between the figures, positioned on a pedestal, is a human skull. This could symbolize a range of concepts from mortality to wisdom, often found in memento mori art of the period, which served as a reminder of the inevitability of death. Above the skull hangs what appears to be a banner with a design on it.

The text at the top of the image reads “Die wapen deß T hofs,” which is German, translating roughly to "The Arms of Court" or "The Emblems of Court," though the exact translation could vary based on context and historical usage of language. The scene appears to have a didactic or allegorical nature. The background has a simple skyline and clouds, which serves to frame the characters and their interaction.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This appears to be a medieval or Renaissance-era woodcut print with German text at the top. The image shows several figures in period clothing engaged in some kind of discussion or scene. There is an hourglass visible in the composition, which might symbolize the passage of time or mortality - a common motif in artwork from this period. The figures are wearing elaborate robes and headdresses typical of the era. The artistic style features characteristic heavy line work and cross-hatching typical of woodcut prints. The composition is framed within a rectangular border, and the overall piece has the look of an illustration that might have appeared in a book or broadsheet from the period.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-08

This is a historical woodcut or engraving titled "Die wapen dess Thots" (The Weapons of Death). The artwork appears to be from the medieval or Renaissance period. It shows two figures in period clothing - one in elaborate dress with curly hair on the left, and another in a flowing dress on the right - standing on either side of a coat of arms or heraldic device. The central emblem features a skull and an hourglass, which are common symbols of mortality and the passage of time. The style is typical of Germanic woodcuts from this era, with strong linear qualities and crosshatching techniques. Above the scene are stylized clouds, and the overall composition is framed in a rectangular border. The imagery reflects the "memento mori" theme common in medieval and Renaissance art, reminding viewers of their mortality.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-08

The image appears to be a woodcut print depicting a gruesome scene titled "Die mapen deß Thotß" (translated as "The Maps of Death"). It shows several well-dressed figures, possibly from the upper class or nobility, interacting with a skeletal figure representing Death. Death stands at the center, holding an hourglass and what looks like a scepter or staff, while the living figures bow and kneel before it.

The scene takes place in an ornate interior space with columns and arches visible in the background. The clothing and hairstyles of the figures suggest a historical time period, likely the 16th or 17th century based on the artistic style.

The macabre theme highlights the universality and inevitability of death, a common motif in medieval and early modern art. The starkly contrasting depiction of the living and the dead creates an unsettling memento mori - a reminder of human mortality regardless of social status or wealth. The intricate linework and shading of the woodcut medium adds to the somber, dramatic tone of the allegorical scene.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-08

The image appears to be a woodcut print from a historical text. It depicts two figures, likely historical or allegorical characters, standing on either side of a central object or structure. This central element features a skull and what appears to be some kind of ritual or ceremonial device. The scene is set against a cloudy, dramatic sky. The German text at the top reads "Die mapen des Thotsp", which could be interpreted as referring to the subject matter of the image.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a scene from the 16th century, showcasing a man and a woman standing on either side of a table. The man, positioned on the left, wears a long robe and a hat, while the woman on the right is dressed in a similar attire. At the center of the scene, a table holds a skull, a lantern, and a cloth draped over it. The atmosphere suggests a somber or religious setting, possibly related to the theme of mortality or the afterlife. The style of the artwork is reminiscent of the Northern Renaissance, characterized by detailed realism and a focus on human emotion and experience.

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

This image is a woodcut print from the 16th century, likely created by Albrecht Dürer. The title "Die wapen des Thots" suggests it may be related to the Egyptian god Thoth, often depicted with the head of an ibis or baboon.

In the foreground, two figures are prominently featured: a man on the left and a woman on the right. Both are dressed in Renaissance attire, with the man wearing a cloak and hat, while the woman has a more elaborate headdress and a long dress. Between them stands a table adorned with various objects, including a skull, a lantern, and what appears to be a small statue or figurine. The presence of these items may symbolize mortality, knowledge, or spiritual guidance.

The background of the image features a landscape with rolling hills and clouds, adding depth and context to the scene. Overall, the image presents a thought-provoking and visually striking representation of themes that were relevant during the Renaissance period.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-08

The image is a black-and-white illustration of a man and a woman standing in front of a table. The man is dressed in a robe and hat, and he is holding a skull. The woman is wearing a long dress and a necklace. There is a skull on the table, and a clock is placed on top of it. The man and the woman are looking at the skull, and the woman is holding a stick.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-08

The image is an old black-and-white illustration featuring two people, a man and a woman, standing in front of a table. The man is wearing a long coat and a hat, while the woman is dressed in a long dress with a necklace. They are both looking at the table, which has a skull and a lamp on it. The illustration has a vintage look, with a sepia tone and a slightly faded appearance. The title of the illustration is "Die mapen des Thots," which is written in a foreign language.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

This is a detailed black and white woodcut print. The image depicts a scene with a skeletal figure holding a skull aloft, with a woman and a man standing on either side.

Key elements and their likely meaning:

  • The title: "Die wapen deß Thotß." ("The weapon of Thoth", in German), at the top hints at the overall symbolic meaning of the piece, possibly referencing ancient Egyptian lore related to wisdom, writing, and the afterlife.
  • The Skeleton: Dominates the central area. It holds a skull and the skeleton's arms are bent to support an hourglass, a symbol of time, mortality, and the fleeting nature of life.
  • Figures:
    • The Man: On the left, he wears a complex hat and robes. He gestures outward with one hand and looks toward the central elements. This suggests observation or guidance.
    • The Woman: on the right is dressed in elaborate attire. She is looking at the skeletal figure and seemingly interacts with the scene.
  • Table: At the center, there's a table or platform draped with fabric. Upon it are skulls.
  • Background: The background depicts distant mountain peaks and clouds. A column is at the right.

Interpretation:

The imagery suggests a contemplation on death, the passage of time, and perhaps judgment. The figures may represent humanity, looking on at the inevitable end. The meticulous detail of the woodcut style adds to the serious and contemplative tone of the piece.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image is a woodcut, possibly from the 16th century, showing a "memento mori" scene. The title at the top reads "Die wapen deß Thotß."

A man and a woman, dressed in the fashions of the time, flank a table draped with a cloth decorated with a skull. On the table, there is a second skull wearing a crown, and above it, a skeleton holds a skull in each hand, suspending an hourglass between them.

The man on the left wears a large, puffy hat and a cloak. He gestures with his hand toward the scene. The woman on the right wears a similar headdress and a dress with ruffles.

In the background, there is a mountainous landscape and a cloudy sky. To the right, there is a column suggesting an architectural setting. The overall style of the woodcut is typical of the period, with detailed linework and a stark contrast between black and white.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image is a woodcut illustration that appears to be from an early modern period, likely from the Renaissance era. It is titled "Die wapen deß Thotß," which translates from early modern German to "The arms of death."

The illustration features three figures:

  1. Left Figure: A bearded man dressed in elaborate, possibly royal or noble attire. He wears a crown-like headpiece and a long robe, suggesting a position of authority or wealth.
  2. Middle Figure: A skeletal figure, representing Death, holding an hourglass. This is a common symbol in art, indicating the passage of time and the inevitability of death.
  3. Right Figure: A woman in a flowing gown, also dressed in elaborate attire, possibly indicating nobility or royalty.

The scene appears to depict a confrontation between the living and Death, emphasizing the inevitability of mortality regardless of social status or wealth. The hourglass held by Death further reinforces the theme of time running out for everyone. The background includes a cloudy sky, adding to the somber and dramatic atmosphere of the scene.

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Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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