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Title

House on a Hill

Date

18th century

People

Artist: James Smith, British 18th-19th centuries

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R8984

Human Generated Data

Title

House on a Hill

People

Artist: James Smith, British 18th-19th centuries

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R8984

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-24

Art 100
Painting 100
Architecture 92.2
Outdoors 65.5
Nature 57.7
Drawing 57.7
Archaeology 56.4
Field 56.3
Grassland 56.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-02-27

print 99.9
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Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

barn 52.3
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building 40.2
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Google
created on 2019-02-27

Painting 88.7
Art 83.7
Tree 77.8
Illustration 75.9
Printmaking 64.6
Visual arts 59.3
Drawing 53.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-02-27

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engraving 40.8
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Building

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-02-27

beaches seaside 44.6%
paintings art 30.5%
nature landscape 21.4%
streetview architecture 1.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-02-27

an old photo of a person 72.7%
old photo of a person 67.7%
an old photo of a book 41.5%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a drawing of a horse drawn on a hill

OpenAI GPT

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

The image is a detailed, yet stylized, engraving of a rural scene likely from the 18th century. The scene features a small, modest house situated on a slight hill, surrounded by trees and foliage. The roof of the house appears thatched, and there are two visible windows and a door.

To the right side of the image, three figures are seen interacting near a tree, potentially engaged in some form of labor or conversation. Near the center of the image, there are two individuals walking along a winding dirt path that leads past the house. Off in the distance on the right, one can observe a cluster of buildings or perhaps a small town, indicating that this location is somewhat isolated yet not entirely remote.

The engraving is rich in texture, with intricate lines depicting the sky, foliage, and various elements of the landscape, giving it a natural and quaint atmosphere. The scene projects a sense of pastoral tranquility, common in artwork from that era. The bottom margin includes a script that reads: "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pilliment, by James Smith," indicating the source of inspiration and the engraver of the piece.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-10

This is a black and white image of an 18th or 19th-century etching or engraving that depicts a rural landscape scene. In the center, there's a two-story house situated atop a small hill or ridge, with smoke coming out of the chimney, indicating signs of habitation. The building appears aged and rustic, with visible textures on the walls and roof, suggesting it might be made of stone or another durable material.

To the left of the house, there's a path where two figures are walking towards the viewer. The surrounding terrain is uneven and rocky, with sparse vegetation. On the right, a large, leafy tree with a detailed and textured trunk dominates the foreground, partially framing the scene.

In the bottom right corner, there are three figures involved in some outdoor activity, with one standing and two others sitting or kneeling, possibly engaging in conversation or work.

In the background, we can apprehend rolling hills and a hint of buildings or a small town in the distance, signifying that the image might be portraying a countryside location not too far from inhabited areas.

At the bottom of the image, there's a caption that reads "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Robert Cozens by Francis Jukes by James Smith." This indicates that the print is based on a drawing by John Robert Cozens, an artist known for his landscape work, and was engraved by Francis Jukes with James Smith involved in some capacity, possibly as a publisher or collaborator. The text at the bottom gives the London address where it was produced, linking the piece to a specific location and time in history.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical engraving showing a rural landscape scene. The image features a house or cottage situated on top of a hill, with a dirt path leading up to it. Trees are scattered throughout the scene, with a particularly prominent one on the right side of the composition. Several small figures can be seen along the path and gathered in groups - their forms are rendered as simple silhouettes typical of period engravings. In the distance, there appears to be a village or settlement. The sky contains some clouds, and the entire piece is rendered in a monochromatic style with fine line work characteristic of 18th-century engravings. According to the caption, this was engraved after an original drawing by John Pillement.

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

The image depicts an old engraving or drawing of a rural landscape scene. In the foreground, there are several figures walking along a dirt path near a small house or cottage nestled among trees and bushes. The landscape has a hilly, rugged appearance with exposed rock outcroppings. A large, gnarled tree dominates the right side of the composition, its branches reaching across the top of the frame. In the middle distance, there appears to be a small village or cluster of buildings. The overall style of the drawing suggests it is likely from the 18th or early 19th century, with its detailed, cross-hatched linework and romanticized portrayal of a pastoral setting. The title at the bottom identifies it as an original drawing by James Smith of John Pillement's farm.

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

The image depicts a rural, idyllic landscape. In the foreground, there are a few small figures walking along a path. In the background, there is a large tree with a detailed, textured trunk and branches. A dilapidated, rustic building sits atop a hill, overlooking the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of calm and tranquility, with a sense of the natural world and human presence coexisting harmoniously.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a historical engraving showing a rural landscape scene. The image appears to be from the 18th century, showing a rustic house or cottage situated on top of a hill. There's a dirt path leading up to the house, with some figures walking along it. On the right side of the image, there's a prominent tree, and beneath it are several figures gathered together. The landscape extends into the distance showing rolling hills and what appears to be other buildings or structures on the horizon. The artwork is rendered in a typical engraving style of the period, with fine line work creating texture and depth. The caption indicates this was engraved after an original drawing by John Pillement, engraved by James Smith.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image is an engraving of a landscape with a house and people working in the foreground. The engraving is titled "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pillement, by James Smith" and features a large tree on the right side of the image, with a group of people working in the foreground. In the background, there is a house and several trees, as well as a few people standing around. The engraving is done in a detailed and intricate style, with many lines and shading used to create depth and texture. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, with the peaceful landscape and gentle figures creating a sense of calm.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image is a sepia-toned illustration of a rural landscape, featuring a house on a hill and people engaged in various activities. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees, hills, and a cloudy sky.

Key Elements:

  • House: A two-story house with a chimney stands atop a hill, surrounded by trees.
  • People: Several individuals are depicted in the foreground, including:
    • A man walking along a path, accompanied by a dog.
    • A group of people gathered near a tree, possibly engaged in conversation or work.
    • A person sitting on the ground, facing away from the viewer.
  • Trees and Hills: The landscape features several trees, some of which are bare, while others have leaves. In the distance, rolling hills stretch towards the horizon.
  • Sky: The sky is overcast, with dark clouds gathering above the hills.
  • Text: At the bottom of the image, a caption reads: "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pillement, by James Smith." Additional text below this line appears to be illegible.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a serene and peaceful rural scene, with a focus on the natural beauty of the landscape and the daily activities of the people who inhabit it. The use of sepia tones adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the illustration.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white engraving of a landscape. It depicts a house situated on a hill, with a small building beside it. The hill is surrounded by trees, and a pathway leads to the house. Two people are walking on the pathway, and a few people are sitting on the ground, with one of them holding a stick. A tree is on the right side, and the sky is cloudy.

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing depicting a landscape scene. In the foreground, there is a winding path leading up to a house on a hill. The house has a chimney and is surrounded by trees and bushes. On the right side, there are three people, one of whom is sitting on the ground. On the left side, there are two people walking on the path. The image has a watermark in the bottom left corner that reads "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pilkington by James Smith."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-25

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a monochrome engraving, likely a print, depicting a rural landscape. It has a classic, somewhat antique aesthetic, with a focus on detail and shading to create depth.

Key Elements and Composition:

  • Foreground: A winding road leads into the scene from the left. Several figures are visible.
  • Midground: A building (perhaps a farmhouse or cottage) is positioned on a slight rise. The ground around the building seems rough and sloped. The figures are working in the field.
  • Background: A hazy view of distant hills, and possibly another structure (city), fills the background.
  • Atmosphere: The sky is filled with clouds. The overall mood is calm and serene.

Details and Techniques:

  • Lines and Shading: The artist uses intricate cross-hatching and line work to create texture, form, and tonal variations.
  • Perspective: The composition employs perspective to suggest depth, with elements getting smaller and less detailed as they recede into the distance.
  • Trees: Trees are featured prominently, adding to the naturalistic feel. One large tree dominates the right side, framing the landscape.

Inscriptions:

  • The text at the bottom indicates the artist/engraver ("Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pillement, by James Smith"). It also mentions the location of where the print was published/sold ("London Printed Ra Rob Saver Maps Brintföllerat Golden Buck near Serjoants Lun Fleet Street").

Overall:

The image is a charming and finely executed print. It captures a moment in time, a landscape.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-25

The image is an engraving of a rural scene. A building with a thatched roof sits atop a small hill, partially obscured by trees. A winding path leads up to the building, with two figures walking along it. In the background, a horse-drawn cart is visible on the path. To the right of the hill, three figures are gathered, seemingly engaged in some form of work. A large tree dominates the right side of the image, its branches extending into the upper portion of the frame. The sky is filled with clouds, adding depth to the scene. The engraving is titled "Engraved after an Original Drawing of John Pillement, by James Smith," and it includes the inscription "London, Printed for Rob. Sayer Map & Printseller at Golden Buck near Serjeants Inn Fleet Street."

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is an engraving depicting a rural landscape scene. It features a house situated on a hill, surrounded by various trees and foliage. The house appears to be a modest, two-story structure with a chimney and a couple of windows. The hill on which the house is located slopes gently, with a pathway leading up to it.

In the foreground, there are several people engaged in different activities. To the right, two individuals appear to be working or gathering something near the base of a large tree. One of them seems to be using a tool, possibly for digging or farming. Another person is seated nearby, perhaps resting or observing.

On the left side of the image, a group of people is walking along the pathway towards the house. The landscape extends into the distance, showing more trees and possibly other structures or natural features, giving a sense of depth and open space.

The sky is filled with clouds, suggesting an overcast day. The overall mood of the scene is serene and pastoral, capturing a moment of everyday life in a rural setting.

The engraving is noted to be based on an original drawing by John Pitman and engraved by James Smith. It was printed in London for Robert Sayer, a map and printseller located at 53 Fleet Street.

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Amazon

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