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Human Generated Data

Title

Jacob's Dream

Date

17th century

People

Artist: Matthäus Merian the Elder, German 1593 - 1650

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R856NA

Human Generated Data

Title

Jacob's Dream

People

Artist: Matthäus Merian the Elder, German 1593 - 1650

Date

17th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R856NA

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-08

Art 96
Painting 91
Person 67.9
Human 67.9
Scroll 55.1
Drawing 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-08

illustration 100
print 99.9
art 99.8
engraving 99.1
painting 98.8
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exploration 89.6
Renaissance 89.1
cavalry 88.8
book bindings 88.6
woodcut 87.2

Imagga
created on 2019-08-08

map 56.7
representation 44.2
sketch 40.8
drawing 35.1
antique 35.1
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Google
created on 2019-08-08

Painting 90.8
Art 86.2
Printmaking 77
Illustration 71.8
Tree 68.7
Visual arts 59.3
Tapestry 52.7
Drawing 51.1
Mythology 50.3

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

text 100
book 100
drawing 99.1
sketch 98.4
illustration 90
painting 84.5
cartoon 79
engraving 73.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 91%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

a close up of a book 48.1%
close up of a book 42.4%
a hand holding a book 42.3%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-09

This image is a detailed engraving likely representing a biblical scene known as "Jacob's Ladder." It depicts a man, identifiable as Jacob, lying on the ground asleep with his head resting on a stone. Next to him, a dog is also resting, adding a tranquil domestic element to the scene. In the background, there is a ladder that reaches up to the heavens. Angels are ascending and descending the ladder, which reflects the biblical story where Jacob dreams of a ladder that stretches from the earth to heaven, symbolizing the connection between the divine and the earthly realms. Above the ladder, there appears to be a divine figure, possibly representing God, looking down. The landscape around Jacob is pastoral, with trees, a stream, and buildings that suggest a rural setting. People are seen in the distance engaging in daily activities, such as tending to animals and working around a farmhouse, reinforcing the humble and serene nature of the scene. At the bottom, there is a Latin inscription which adds context to the image. The attire of Jacob and the detailed representation of nature and figures suggest this is an old and intricate work of art, meant to convey religious themes and stories from the Bible.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-09

This image appears to be an old engraving or print depicting a pastoral scene with multiple elements and a narrative. On the left side of the image, a man is sleeping on the ground, leaning on a rock, with a hat on his head to shield his face from the sun. He is dressed in attire that suggests the scene is set in a historical period, perhaps aiming to portray a Biblical or mythological story. Above the sleeping man, a ladder reaches into the clouds with several angelic figures ascending and descending it, indicating the possible representation of a dream or a divine vision. To the right side of the scene, the landscape continues with a rural setting. There's a simple house or cottage and what seems to be a church with a bell tower. A figure stands at the door of the cottage conversing with someone inside, and another figure walks towards the church. In the foreground, a shepherd with a small flock of sheep is sitting on the ground. The various human activities embedded in the landscape suggest daily life and work in a rural setting. The sky is filled with clouds, and a bird is depicted in flight. The overall composition also includes trees and plants, which contribute to the rural, peaceful ambiance of the scene. Latin text is inscribed at the bottom of the image, which likely describes the narrative or provides a moral or religious context to the imagery. The text seems to be referencing Jacob, a key figure in the Bible, suggesting that this scene could be an artistic interpretation of the biblical story of Jacob's dream of the ladder to heaven, as described in the Book of Genesis.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-09

This is a historical engraving depicting Jacob's Dream from the Biblical story in Genesis. The image shows a figure lying asleep on the ground with his head resting on a stone, while in the background there's a vision of angels ascending and descending on a ladder reaching up to heaven. The scene is set in a pastoral landscape with trees, small buildings, and sheep grazing in the distance. There are Latin inscriptions at the bottom of the engraving. The artwork appears to be rendered in a detailed cross-hatching technique typical of Renaissance or Baroque period engravings. The composition combines both the earthly realm, shown in the foreground with the sleeping figure and his dog, and the divine realm, represented by the angels' ladder reaching into the clouds.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-09

The image depicts an allegorical scene contrasting poverty and wealth in a rural landscape setting. On the left, an impoverished man sleeps on the ground by a tree stump, with tattered clothing. In contrast, on the right a wealthy man reclines comfortably, dressed in fine garments. In the background, a rustic cottage and trees are visible, suggesting this takes place in the countryside. The image has Latin text captions at the bottom comparing the differing circumstances of the poor man "wearied by heavy labors" versus the rich man "confirmed by the eyes of his ancestors", likely a commentary on inherited social status and inequality. The artwork style appears to be an engraving or etching print from the 16th-17th century based on the technique, subject matter depicting social classes, and inclusion of Latin text. Overall, it presents a moralizing scene highlighting the stark divide between the poor and wealthy as an artistic allegory.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-09

The image depicts a rural landscape with several elements. In the foreground, there is a figure lying down, appearing to be a man resting or sleeping. Behind him, there are figures climbing up a ladder and angels flying in the sky. In the background, there are buildings and other small figures going about their activities. The image has a somewhat allegorical or symbolic quality, with the resting figure and the figures climbing the ladder suggesting themes of rest, work, and spiritual aspiration.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a drawing of a man sleeping on the ground, with a ladder and angels in the background. The man is lying on his side, with his head resting on a pillow. He is wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt. His right arm is bent at the elbow, and his hand is resting on his stomach. His left arm is straight, and his hand is hanging off the edge of the pillow. In the background, there is a ladder leaning against a tree. Three angels are standing on the ladder, each with their arms outstretched. They appear to be reaching for something in the sky. There are also several animals in the background, including a dog, a cat, and some birds. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peacefulness and serenity. The man's relaxed pose and the presence of the angels suggest a sense of calm and tranquility. The image may be a representation of a biblical scene, such as the story of Jacob's dream, where he saw a ladder reaching up to heaven and angels ascending and descending upon it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-11

The image is a vintage illustration of Jacob's ladder, a biblical scene from the book of Genesis. The illustration features Jacob lying on the ground, with his head resting on a stone pillow. He is dressed in a long robe and hat, and his right arm is bent at the elbow, with his hand supporting his head. In the background, a ladder extends from the earth to the heavens, with angels ascending and descending it. The ladder is positioned at an angle, with its base near Jacob's feet and its top disappearing into the clouds. The angels are depicted in various poses, some with their wings spread wide, while others appear to be climbing the ladder. The illustration also includes several other elements, such as trees, hills, and buildings in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and wonder, capturing the moment when Jacob has a vision of God's presence and receives a promise of protection and guidance. The illustration is rendered in a detailed and intricate style, with fine lines and shading that give it a sense of depth and texture. The use of black ink on a white background creates a striking contrast that draws the viewer's attention to the central figure of Jacob and the ladder. Overall, the image is a beautiful and evocative representation of a pivotal moment in biblical history.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a scene from the Bible, specifically Jacob's dream. Jacob is lying on the ground, resting his head on a stone, with a ladder extending from the ground to the sky. Angels are ascending and descending the ladder, and God is seen at the top, speaking to Jacob. Jacob is wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt, and he has a beard. The drawing is surrounded by a frame, and there is a Latin inscription at the bottom.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image is a black-and-white etching titled "Jacob's Ladder" by an unknown artist. It depicts a scene with several elements. In the foreground, a man lies on the ground, possibly sleeping, with a dog resting beside him. A ladder extends into the sky, and several angels are climbing it. The scene is set in a pastoral landscape with a house, trees, and mountains in the background. The image has a Latin inscription at the bottom, which translates to "Jacob's Ladder, Jacob saw in his sleep, and angels ascending and descending."

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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