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Human Generated Data

Title

Dancing Bear

Date

17th-18th century

People

Artist: Johann Elias Ridinger, German 1698? - 1767

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R6111

Human Generated Data

Title

Dancing Bear

People

Artist: Johann Elias Ridinger, German 1698? - 1767

Date

17th-18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R6111

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-24

Art 100
Painting 100
Wedding 99.3
Animal 98.8
Mammal 98.8
Wildlife 98.8
Head 68.2
Text 56.8
Drawing 56.7
Black Bear 55.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-02-27

print 99.9
illustration 99.8
people 99.6
engraving 99.3
art 99.1
etching 97.7
adult 96.2
antique 96.2
man 95.9
vintage 95.6
old 94.5
lithograph 93.7
one 92.9
visuals 91.2
painting 90
sepia pigment 89.7
mammal 88.3
leader 87.6
veil 86.8
retro 86.3

Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

book jacket 44.6
sketch 42.9
jacket 35.7
drawing 32
wrapping 26.4
representation 23.5
statue 22.6
old 21.6
grunge 19.6
art 18.4
covering 17.7
man 16.8
ancient 15.6
sculpture 14.9
religion 14.3
vintage 14.1
retro 13.9
symbol 13.5
antique 13.2
dirty 12.6
sport 12.4
paper 11.8
architecture 11.7
city 11.6
silhouette 11.6
sky 11.5
travel 11.3
religious 11.2
culture 10.3
aged 10
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stone 9.4
famous 9.3
history 8.9
world 8.9
card 8.6
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monument 8.4
landscape 8.2
landmark 8.1
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color 7.8
river 7.6
grungy 7.6
comic book 7.5
people 7.2
mountain 7.1

Google
created on 2019-02-27

Painting 82.7
Art 78.6
Printmaking 70.8
Stock photography 70.4
Tree 68.7
Illustration 60.2
Drawing 55.8
Mythology 53.5

Microsoft
created on 2019-02-27

text 100
book 98.8
engraving 98.8
beach 49.7
animal 49.1
drawing 34.1
illustration 30.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Adult
Bride
Female
Person
Woman
Bear

Clarifai

Tree
Person
Animal

AWS Rekognition

Adult 99.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

pets animals 89.2%
paintings art 9.1%
nature landscape 1.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-02-27

a person holding a book 29.8%

Clarifai

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

a bear and a mammoth by painting artist.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-26

a photograph of a man with a bear in a mountain scene

OpenAI GPT

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

This image is an etching titled "Ein Tanz-Baer mit seinem Führer. Un ours dansant avec son conducteur" by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, created in 1803. The artwork depicts a man standing on a rocky terrain, holding a rope that is attached to a large bear. The bear appears to be in motion, possibly dancing or moving in response to the man's guidance. The scene is set outdoors with a tree in the background and a hilly landscape visible. The man's attire suggests a historical or traditional context, with a hat and a cloak. The detailed etching captures the texture of the bear's fur and the ruggedness of the landscape.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-10

This is an etching or engraving depicting a scene from the past. In the foreground, there is a large bear with a collar and a leash being held by a figure dressed in what appears to be period clothing, including a hat with a feather. The person is decked out in what might be considered noble or journeyman attire from a bygone era, and they are holding a staff or walking stick in their right hand.

The setting seems to be a hilly landscape with some bushes and a prominent tree on the left side with its branches stretching towards the middle top of the image. There are some clouds sketched in the sky, and the technique used for the etching provides a strong sense of texture and detail.

Below the image, there is text which seems to be in German, reading "Ein Land-Bär, mit seinem Führer." This translates to "A country bear, with his guide." Additionally, there are other inscriptions that might indicate the creator of the piece or the title, but they are difficult to discern due to the script style.

The artwork has a classic, historical feel, and the subject matter is intriguing as it suggests a time when bear-guiding was an occupation or practice. The piece appears to be from the European tradition, given the language and the clothing styles depicted.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-29

This is a historical engraving showing a dancing bear with its handler. The artwork appears to be from the 18th century, with text in both German and French at the bottom. The scene depicts a large bear that appears to be performing or dancing while being controlled by a handler holding a staff or pole. The handler is dressed in period clothing with boots and a long coat. The setting includes trees with flowing branches in the background and a naturalistic landscape. The engraving technique uses fine lines to create depth and texture, which was typical of artistic prints from this era. The image captures a once-common form of street entertainment where trained bears would be led from town to town to perform for audiences.

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

This is a historical engraving or print showing a dancing bear with its handler. The scene depicts a large bear and a person in period clothing (appears to be 18th century dress) holding what looks like a staff or stick. The handler is standing while the bear appears to be in a performing pose. The setting includes trees and foliage in the background, and the image has a captivating sense of movement and interaction between the two figures. The artwork includes text at the bottom in both German and French, suggesting it's from a European source. The style and technique of the engraving shows fine line work typical of 18th century printmaking.

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

The image depicts a woman standing on a path next to a large boulder. She is wearing a long dress or robe and appears to be pointing or gesturing towards a tree branch. The surrounding landscape includes trees and foliage. The artwork has a sketched, etched style with shading to suggest depth and three-dimensionality. The title at the bottom reads "A donkey, a wolf and his booty. In ours one finds with his audacity."

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

The image depicts a pastoral scene in a wooded landscape. A man, wearing what appears to be traditional clothing, is walking with the aid of a staff. He is accompanied by a large bear, which seems to be docile and walking alongside him. The scene has a serene and tranquil quality, with the trees and foliage providing a natural backdrop. The text at the bottom of the image suggests that the bear and the man are traveling together, with the man seemingly acting as the bear's guide or conductor.

Meta Llama

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

The image is an engraving of a man and a bear in a forest setting. The man is standing on a hill, facing the bear, which is standing on all fours. The man is holding a stick in his right hand and has a rope tied around his waist. The bear appears to be sniffing the ground.

  • The man is wearing a long-sleeved shirt and pants, and has a hat on his head.
  • The bear is large and dark brown, with a thick coat of fur.
  • In the background, there are trees and bushes, and the sky is cloudy.
  • The engraving is signed by the artist, "H. H. Richter," and dated "Aug. 1742."
  • There is also a caption at the bottom of the engraving that reads, "Ein Lantz Hahre mit einem Bäre. In ours danfant arec Jon conducteur." This appears to be a quote or phrase in an unknown language.

Overall, the image depicts a dramatic scene between a man and a bear in a natural setting. The engraving is detailed and well-executed, with intricate lines and shading that bring the scene to life.

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

The image is an old-fashioned illustration of a man and a bear. The man is standing on the right side of the image, wearing a long coat and holding a stick in his right hand. He appears to be trying to control or calm the bear, which is standing on its hind legs and looking at the man with its mouth open. The bear is depicted as being quite large and powerful, with thick fur and sharp claws.

In the background, there are trees and bushes, suggesting that the scene is set in a forest or woodland area. The sky above is cloudy, adding to the dramatic atmosphere of the image.

At the bottom of the image, there is some text written in an old-fashioned font. It appears to be a caption or title for the image, but it is not clear what it says due to the language and style of the writing. Overall, the image suggests a sense of danger and tension between the man and the bear, as well as a sense of adventure and exploration in the natural world.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white engraving that depicts a scene in a natural setting. In the foreground, there is a person standing on a rock, holding a stick in one hand and a leash in the other. The person is dressed in long clothing and appears to be wearing a hat. The leash is attached to a large, furry animal that resembles a bear, which is standing on the ground and appears to be looking at something in front of it. Behind the person and the bear, there is a large tree with many branches and leaves. The tree is situated on a hill, and the ground is covered with grass and other vegetation. The image has a vintage feel to it, and the engraving style gives it a sense of age and historical significance.

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a man holding a stick and a leash with a bear. The man is wearing a long-sleeve shirt and pants. The bear is wearing a muzzle and is standing on a rock. The drawing has a watermark with the text "Ein Tanz-Beher mit feinen Silber" and "In ours Tanfant avec son conducteur." The image is surrounded by a tree and a cloudy sky.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

The image is an antique engraving of a man and a bear in a forest setting. The artwork has a sepia tone and a style reminiscent of the 18th century.

In the foreground, a large bear stands on a slightly raised mound of earth. The bear is heavily detailed with textured fur, and it wears a muzzle and leash. A man stands next to the bear, holding the leash and a long staff. He is dressed in what appears to be period clothing, including a fur hat and knee-high boots.

Behind the man and bear, a dense thicket of trees and foliage creates a backdrop that suggests a forest or woodland. The background features a softly shaded sky, providing contrast and depth to the scene.

At the bottom of the engraving, there is text in both German and French: "Ein Tanz Bahr, mit seinem Führer. Un ours dansant avec son conducteur." This translates to "A dancing bear, with its leader. A dancing bear with its conductor." This indicates the bear is trained, possibly for entertainment. There is also text indicating the artist as J.E. Ridinger.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image is a detailed, monochrome engraving, likely from an older period. It depicts a man and a bear in a somewhat stylized outdoor setting.

Subject Matter:

  • The Bear: A large, brown bear is the focal point. It is standing on a small mound or ledge, chained and muzzled. Its posture suggests it is either hesitant or being controlled.
  • The Man: A man, presumably the bear's handler or "conductor," stands near the bear. He is wearing what appears to be a fur hat and a coat, and carrying a stick or rod. He is holding a leash attached to the bear's muzzle.
  • Setting: The background features a tree, foliage, and a cloudy sky, suggesting a natural environment.

Artistic Style:

  • The image utilizes fine lines and cross-hatching to create shading and detail.
  • The style is classical, with attention to realism and a sense of narrative.
  • The composition focuses the viewer's attention on the interaction between the man and the bear.

Text:

  • There is German and French text at the bottom of the image, which translates to "A Dancing Bear, with his guide. In dancing bears with its conductor".

Interpretation/Possible Theme:

  • The image likely depicts a dancing bear, a practice common in the past where bears were trained for entertainment. The man could be a showman.
  • The image could be commentary on the relationship between humans and animals, control, or the exploitation of animals for entertainment.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is an engraving depicting a scene involving a bear and a human. The human figure, dressed in what appears to be historical or traditional clothing, is standing on a rocky outcrop and is holding a staff or stick. The bear is positioned on its hind legs, facing the person, and appears to be interacting with them. The background features a landscape with trees and a clear sky, suggesting an outdoor setting.

At the bottom of the image, there is text in French that reads: "Un Tantz'Bahr mit seinem Führer. In unser danfant avec son conducteur." This translates to "A dancing bear with its leader. In our dancing with his conductor." The engraving is signed by "H.G. Schneider del. et sc. 1780" in the bottom right corner, indicating the artist and the year of creation.

The overall scene suggests a historical or folkloric representation of a bear handler or trainer, possibly reflecting cultural practices or stories from the era.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

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