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View in the Island of Jamaica

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Thomas Vivares, British 1735 - after 1787

Artist after: George Robertson, British c. 1748-1788

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R5660

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Title

View in the Island of Jamaica

People

Artist: Thomas Vivares, British 1735 - after 1787

Artist after: George Robertson, British c. 1748-1788

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R5660

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Amazon
created on 2022-01-23

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Clarifai
created on 2023-10-27

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Imagga
created on 2022-01-23

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Google
created on 2022-01-23

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Microsoft
created on 2022-01-23

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Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Painting 88.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-23

beaches seaside 56.1%
nature landscape 41.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-23

a painting on the wall 73.1%
a painting on a wall 72.4%
a painting of a person 59.3%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of a picture of a view of a village

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-23

This image depicts an artistic illustration titled "A View in the Island of Jamaica, of Roaring River Estate belonging to William Beckford Esqr., in the Parish of St. Thoma's in the Vale". It is an engraving print, characterized by the fine detail and shading typical of the medium.

In the foreground, there are lush trees and plants, typical of a tropical landscape, and there seems to be a river running through it. A group of people and cattle can be observed on the near side of the river. The midground presents a series of buildings that appear to belong to an estate, with architectural styles reflective of the period in which the illustration was created. Smoke is rising from one of the buildings, indicating activity, possibly related to the processing of goods traditionally associated with a Jamaican estate of that era, such as sugar. In the background, mountains loom, contributing to the sense of a picturesque and fertile environment.

The print itself contains text, informing the viewer of the subject of the illustration and attributing the property within the image. There is also information about the artist responsible for the original painting this engraving is based on, which is not explicitly readable in this resolution. The print likely dates from the 18th or 19th century given the style and topic, which fits the historical period of intense sugar production in Jamaica and the Caribbean, often associated with plantations and colonial trade.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-23

The image is an old, detailed engraving titled "A View in the Island of Jamaica." It shows a landscape scene with a settlement in the backdrop, lying amidst rolling hills and vegetation. The central focus is on a group of buildings that appear to be part of a plantation, with smoke rising from one chimney, indicating some industrial activity.

In the foreground, the scene includes a few people engaged in various activities. One figure is tending to a horse, while another is walking along a path. The vegetation is lush, with an abundance of trees and bushes, suggesting a tropical environment. The overall tone of the engraving is monochromatic, relying on intricate line work to convey depth and detail.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical engraving titled "A View in the Island of Jamaica." It appears to be from the colonial period and shows a rural landscape scene. The image depicts a plantation setting with several buildings or houses scattered along a hillside with mountains in the background. In the foreground, there's a path or road where some figures and horses can be seen. The landscape includes tropical vegetation and trees characteristic of Jamaica. The artwork is rendered in black and white, showing careful attention to shading and detail typical of period engravings. The composition leads the eye from the foreground activity up to the settlement on the hill and then to the mountains in the distance. The style and presentation suggest this is likely from the 18th or early 19th century.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-23

This image appears to be an engraved landscape scene depicting a rural village or settlement in the island of Jamaica. The scene shows a hilly, mountainous terrain in the background, with a river or stream flowing through the foreground. The village comprises several buildings, some with chimneys, suggesting residential and industrial structures. There are also people and horses visible in the foreground, suggesting some human activity and presence in the scene. The overall composition and style of the image suggests it is an early 19th century or late 18th century landscape print or engraving.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-23

This is a historical engraving titled "A View in the Island of Jamaica" showing a plantation landscape. The scene depicts several buildings scattered along rolling hills with mountains in the background. In the foreground, there's a clearing with what appears to be travelers or workers with horses. The composition includes lush tropical vegetation framing the left side of the image, and a winding path leading through the settlement. The buildings appear to be a mix of residential and agricultural structures, with some showing smoke rising from chimneys. The artistic style is characteristic of 18th or early 19th century landscape engravings, with careful attention to detail and shading. The overall scene provides a romanticized view of colonial Jamaica's rural landscape and plantation life.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a serene scene of a small village nestled in the mountains, with a river flowing through it. The title "A VIEW IN THE ISLAND OF JAMAICA" is inscribed at the bottom of the image.

  • Village Scene:
    • The village is situated on a hillside, with several buildings scattered throughout.
    • The buildings are predominantly one-story structures with pitched roofs, suggesting they may be homes or businesses.
    • Smoke rises from the chimneys of some of the buildings, indicating that they are in use.
  • River:
    • A winding river runs through the center of the village, providing a source of water and potentially serving as a transportation route.
    • The river appears to be shallow, with people and animals visible on its banks.
  • Mountains:
    • The village is surrounded by lush green mountains, which provide a picturesque backdrop to the scene.
    • The mountains are covered in trees and vegetation, adding to the natural beauty of the area.
  • People and Animals:
    • Several people are visible in the image, some of whom are engaged in activities such as farming or herding animals.
    • Animals, including horses and cattle, are also present in the scene, suggesting that agriculture and animal husbandry are important parts of the local economy.
  • Overall Impression:
    • The image conveys a sense of tranquility and peacefulness, with the village and its surroundings appearing to be untouched by the hustle and bustle of modern life.
    • The use of muted colors and soft lighting adds to the serene atmosphere, making the image feel like a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era.

In summary, the image presents a charming and idyllic scene of a small village in Jamaica, surrounded by natural beauty and teeming with life. The image invites the viewer to step into a simpler time, where the pace of life is slower and the connection to nature is stronger.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image is a black and white illustration of a Jamaican landscape, featuring a river, houses, and people. The title "A View in the Island of Jamaica" is written at the bottom of the image.

Key Features:

  • River: A winding river runs through the center of the image, with people standing on its banks.
  • Houses: Several houses are scattered throughout the landscape, some of which appear to be abandoned or in disrepair.
  • People: A group of people are gathered near the river, engaged in various activities such as fishing or washing clothes.
  • Trees and Vegetation: The landscape is dotted with trees and other vegetation, including palm trees and what appears to be a sugar cane field.
  • Mountains: In the background, there are mountains that rise up from the horizon, creating a sense of depth and scale.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a serene and peaceful scene, with the river and surrounding landscape creating a sense of tranquility. However, the presence of abandoned or dilapidated houses suggests that the area may have experienced economic decline or hardship. The image also highlights the importance of the river as a source of water and livelihood for the people living in the area.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image is a black-and-white drawing depicting a view of a rural landscape in the island of Jamaica. It shows a river with people on the banks, a horse, and a few buildings in the distance. The drawing is labeled as "A View in the Island of Jamaica" and includes a detailed description of the scene. The image is framed by a border and has a watermark in the bottom left corner.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image depicts a black-and-white drawing of a river flowing through a valley. There are houses on both sides of the river, and a few people are standing on the left side of the river. A person is standing near a horse on the right side of the river. The river seems to be flowing from the mountain range in the background. There are trees and plants on both sides of the river.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-19

The image is an antique, monochrome engraving titled "A View in the Island of Jamaica." The image is printed on a large rectangular sheet of paper with a generous border. The scene depicts a rural Jamaican landscape with several notable elements.

In the foreground, a body of water stretches across the frame, with a few figures and a horse standing near the edge, seemingly engaged in some sort of transaction or conversation. The water is surrounded by dense, low-lying vegetation, giving a sense of depth to the composition. To the left, a path winds along the water's edge, leading to the estate buildings in the distance. A person is seen carrying a load along this path, indicating a pathway for transport or labor.

In the midground, several buildings are scattered across the landscape, suggesting an estate or settlement. One building has a chimney with smoke rising from it, indicating activity and habitation. The buildings are nestled among lush vegetation and rolling hills, which gradually lead to a series of mountains in the background.

The sky is rendered with delicate shading, giving a sense of light and atmosphere to the scene. The overall effect is one of serene beauty and pastoral life in the Jamaican countryside during the time the engraving was made.

The text at the bottom of the image provides context, naming the scene as "A View in the Island of Jamaica" and identifying it as belonging to "William Beckford Esqr near Savannah la Mar." The text also notes it as "Roaring River Estate," attributing it to John Boydell, hinting at the estate's location and the engraving's commissioner or artist.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-19

Here's a description of the image:

This is a black and white engraving depicting a landscape scene in Jamaica. The artwork is framed by a white border and is centered within the image. The scene likely depicts a plantation or estate, showing buildings, a waterway, and the surrounding terrain.

Key features of the image:

  • Landscape: The scene features a mountainous background fading into the distance. The foreground shows a winding river or stream.
  • Buildings: Several buildings are visible, likely representing a plantation complex. They include what appears to be a main house and various outbuildings. Smoke rises from a chimney, suggesting a working or active area.
  • People: Figures are present, including individuals carrying bundles, interacting by the water, and tending to horses, offering a sense of scale and activity.
  • Vegetation: Dense vegetation, including trees and possibly tropical plants, is seen along the hillside and along the riverbank, providing a tropical ambiance.
  • Engraving details: The engraving has a high level of detail, with careful shading and lines to create depth and texture.
  • Text: The image includes text that provides more context. There are the words "A VIEW IN THE ISLAND OF JAMAICA" along with more details about the location, property owner, and publisher.

Overall, the image is a historical representation of a Jamaican landscape, likely depicting a prosperous estate or plantation of the era.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a historical engraving depicting a view in the island of Jamaica. The scene showcases a picturesque landscape with a river flowing through it, identified as the Roaring River. The river is bordered by lush vegetation and trees, with a few individuals visible in the foreground, possibly engaged in daily activities.

In the background, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a plantation house and other structures, likely part of the Williamsfield Estate near Savanna la Mar. The buildings are scattered across the landscape, with some smoke rising from a chimney, indicating activity within the estate.

The image includes text at the bottom, which reads:

"A View in the Island of Jamaica, of Roaring River Estate belonging to Williamsfield Esq. near Savannah la Mar. Drawn on the Spot by George Robertson. Engraved by Thomas Vivares. To the Right Honorable Charles Earl of Tankerville, this plate is most respectfully inscribed by his Lordship's most obedient and most humble servant, John Boydell."

The engraving captures the natural beauty and agricultural landscape of Jamaica during the colonial period, highlighting the estate's significance and the artist's dedication to the Earl of Tankerville.

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Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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