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Human Generated Data

Title

Laban Seaching for His Images

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Giovanni Volpato, Italian 1735 - 1803

Artist after: Jacopo Amigoni, Italian c. 1682 - 1752

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3022

Human Generated Data

Title

Laban Seaching for His Images

People

Artist: Giovanni Volpato, Italian 1735 - 1803

Artist after: Jacopo Amigoni, Italian c. 1682 - 1752

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3022

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-10-29

Person 99.5
Human 99.5
Person 99
Person 98.9
Art 98.4
Painting 98.4
Person 94.1
Person 87.7
Person 87.5
Person 82.6
Person 69

Clarifai
created on 2019-10-29

people 100
print 100
illustration 99.9
engraving 99.9
art 99.9
group 99.5
man 98.4
etching 97.9
adult 97.7
many 96.9
lithograph 96.6
painting 95.6
military 95
antique 93.6
kneeling 93.5
reproduction 92.9
woodcut 92.5
soldier 91.9
slavery 91.7
several 91

Imagga
created on 2019-10-29

newspaper 51.3
product 39.5
statue 37.1
creation 30.8
brass 27.6
memorial 25
sculpture 24.4
old 22.3
sketch 18.7
drawing 18
ancient 17.3
religion 17
money 17
structure 16.5
history 16.1
dollar 15.8
vintage 15.7
art 15.1
stone 14.9
antique 14.8
symbol 14.8
bank 14.3
paper 14.1
religious 14
cash 13.7
currency 13.5
architecture 13.3
banking 12.9
historic 12.8
catholic 12.6
god 12.4
daily 12.3
business 12.1
monument 12.1
finance 11.8
hundred 11.6
us 11.6
holy 11.6
loan 11.5
close 11.4
bill 11.4
representation 11.2
building 11.2
savings 11.2
people 11.2
franklin 10.8
city 10.8
wealth 10.8
dollars 10.6
travel 10.6
culture 10.3
church 10.2
closeup 10.1
face 9.9
saint 9.6
pay 9.6
exchange 9.5
tourism 9.1
portrait 9.1
aged 9.1
one 9
financial 8.9
bills 8.7
man 8.7
decoration 8.7
marble 8.7
spiritual 8.6
person 8.4
rich 8.4
sky 8.3
retro 8.2
detail 8
worship 7.7
faith 7.7
outdoor 7.6
capital 7.6
figure 7.4
design 7.4
lady 7.3
kin 7.2
love 7.1
male 7.1
carving 7.1

Google
created on 2019-10-29

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

text 100
book 99.7
person 95.6
clothing 92.5
painting 81.5
man 79.9
old 75.1
posing 70.4
drawing 68.2
vintage 45.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 25-39
Gender Male, 54.1%
Fear 45%
Happy 45%
Confused 45%
Surprised 45%
Sad 45%
Angry 45%
Calm 55%
Disgusted 45%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 99.5%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 98.8%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-29

This image appears to be a detailed engraving or etching depicting a biblical scene. Several figures are gathered outdoors among rolling hills, livestock, and trees. Central in the composition, there is a woman seated with a child in her lap. Another figure, likely male, is engaged in an action involving a chest at the woman's feet, while another figure on the left side stands beside livestock. In the background, there are two figures, one of whom is mounted on a camel.

Below the image, Latin text is inscribed, which includes a reference to "Laban" and "Rachel," suggesting the scene is from the Old Testament story of Laban searching for his stolen household gods, which Rachel had hidden. The natural setting suggests an ancient, pastoral environment with elements symbolizing domestic life and travel, such as the camel, jugs, and bowls.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

This is an image of an engraving depicting a group of figures in a pastoral setting. They are outfitted in clothing that suggests the scene is set in a historical or perhaps biblical context. The individuals are involved in various activities: one figure appears to be searching through a chest, another is sitting down holding an object, while others are standing or sitting nearby in attentive or conversational poses. The natural landscape includes rocky terrain, a tree, and a small flock of sheep at the left side of the image, indicating that the scene might be taking place in a rural area. At the bottom of the image, there is text that seems to be a caption or reference, likely relating to the narrative being depicted in the scene.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-29

This is a historical engraving depicting a biblical scene from the book of Genesis, showing Rachel hiding her father Laban's idols. The scene takes place in a mountainous landscape with several figures, animals including sheep and camels, and various household items scattered around. The composition shows a group in traditional Middle Eastern dress, with some figures mounted on camels in the background while others are gathered around in the foreground. Below the image is Latin text referencing the biblical passage this scene illustrates. The artwork appears to be rendered in a classical style, likely from the 17th or 18th century, and is executed in monochromatic tones typical of engravings from that period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-29

The image depicts a group of people resting outdoors in a mountainous setting. The scene has an old-fashioned or historical feel based on their clothing and the engraving style. Some of the people are working with cooking or camping gear like pots and utensils. A dog sits near them. In the background, trees and rocky mountains can be seen, suggesting they are camped out in nature, perhaps on some kind of journey or excursion through the wilderness. The caption appears to be in Latin.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-29

The image depicts a biblical scene in a pastoral landscape. It shows a group of people gathered around a central figure, likely representing Rachel, who is seated with a child in her arms. The other figures appear to be engaged in various activities, such as the man shielding his eyes and the man offering something from a basket. There are also some animals, including a sheep, in the foreground. The image has a classical, somewhat allegorical style, suggesting it is an engraved illustration from a historical or religious text.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a scene from the Bible, specifically the story of Rachel and her family. The scene is set in a desert landscape with mountains in the background. In the foreground, Rachel is seated on the ground, holding a baby in her lap. She is surrounded by several other figures, including men, women, and children, who are all engaged in various activities. Some of them are standing, while others are sitting or kneeling.

In the center of the image, a man is shown opening a chest or trunk, which appears to contain some kind of treasure or valuable items. To the left of the man, a sheep is visible, adding to the rustic and pastoral atmosphere of the scene. On the right side of the image, a tree is depicted, providing shade and shelter for the figures.

The overall mood of the image is one of tranquility and contentment, as the figures seem to be enjoying each other's company and the beauty of their surroundings. The use of muted colors and soft lighting adds to the sense of serenity, creating a peaceful and idyllic atmosphere.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption written in Latin, which provides additional context and information about the scene. The caption reads: "Cum Laban intrasset tentorium Rachelis illa abscondit Idola subter stramenta Cameli, et sedit desuper. Scrutantique ait assurgere nequeo, quia juxta consuetudinem feminarum nunc accidit mihi." This translation reads: "When Laban entered Rachel's tent, she hid the idols under the camel's saddle and sat on top. And when he searched, she said, 'I cannot rise, for the custom of women is upon me.'"

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

The image is a black-and-white engraving of a biblical scene, likely depicting the story of the presentation of Jesus at the Temple. The scene shows a group of people gathered around a baby, who is being held by a woman. The baby is surrounded by various objects, including a basket, a jug, and a plate.

  • The engraving is done in a classical style, with intricate details and shading.
  • The background of the image features a landscape with mountains and trees, adding depth and context to the scene.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of reverence and devotion, as the people in the scene appear to be paying homage to the baby.

The image is a beautiful representation of a significant moment in Christian history, and its detailed engraving and classical style make it a valuable piece of art.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a scene from the Bible, featuring characters from the story of Jacob and Laban. In the center of the image, a woman is sitting on the ground with a baby in her lap, while a man is kneeling beside her, holding a box. To the right, another woman is sitting on a horse, holding a child, and a man is standing behind her. On the left, a man is standing, holding a spear, and a woman is sitting on the ground with a sheep.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is an engraving of a group of people in a landscape. The engraving is in black and white. The group of people are wearing ancient clothing. Some of them are seated, while others are standing. Some of them are holding objects. There are two people riding horses in the background. There are some animals in the scene, including a sheep. The engraving has a title written in Latin at the bottom.

Google Gemini

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

This is a detailed, monochrome etching or engraving, likely from the 18th century based on the "1738-18" inscription. The scene is a biblical illustration, depicting a moment of tension and deception. Here's a breakdown:

Overall Scene:

  • Composition: The scene is arranged with multiple figures interacting. The layout is complex, with a blend of outdoor and slightly interior elements, and the figures are arranged in a way that draws the eye from left to right and upwards.
  • Setting: There's a mountainous or hilly landscape in the background with a clear sky, suggesting an outdoor environment. A large tree and rock formations provide the backdrop.
  • Style: The style is detailed, with a focus on classical figures, drapery, and realistic facial expressions. The use of hatching and cross-hatching is characteristic of engraving.

Key Figures & Actions:

  • Central Group:
    • A man (presumably Laban, based on the inscription) is leaning over, searching a chest or trunk.
    • A woman (Rachel, based on the inscription) is seated, holding a baby. She appears calm, and perhaps sly.
    • Another man, possibly another of Laban's sons, looks on with an inquisitive expression.
  • Other Figures: There are several other figures. In the background, there are men, some of whom are riding camels. One of them is holding a spear.
  • Animal: A sheep is standing near Laban.

Objects & Details:

  • Objects: There are objects like vases, a water jug, and a bowl, which indicates a household setting.
  • Text: The text, which is in Latin (from the Bible), describes the situation: Laban is searching for the idols that Rachel hid in the saddle of a camel.

Overall Interpretation:

The engraving depicts a story from Genesis (likely Genesis 31, given the Latin text), where Rachel steals her father's idols. The engraving captures the moment of Laban's search and Rachel's deception. The scene conveys a sense of intrigue and the drama of the biblical narrative.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white etching that depicts a scene with multiple figures in a pastoral setting. The scene appears to be a search or investigation, possibly from a biblical story.

In the foreground, a man dressed in ancient garb is looking into a chest or container. Another man is seated near the chest. A woman sits to the right, holding a baby in her lap. To her right are some vases and bowls.

Behind these figures, there are several other men and women, some on camels and horses, and some standing. In the background, there are trees, hills, and clouds.

The scene is detailed with careful attention to the figures' drapery, expressions, and the surrounding landscape. The overall style suggests it may be an illustration from a book or a print intended for artistic appreciation.
There is Latin text below the picture.

Text analysis

Amazon

desuper
Rachelis
Laban
subter
abscondit
quia
accidir
Cameli
mihi
intras
Idola
illa
et
Scrutantique
stramenta
tentorium
nunc
Idola subter stramenta Cameli et sedit consuetudinem feminarum nunc accidir mihi
set
Cum Laban intras set tentorium Rachelis illa abscondit Scrutantique ait assupgere nequeo, quia Juxta
feminarum
Cum
nequeo,
ait
assupgere
consuetudinem
sedit
Juxta
1738.-18

Google

7১৪.-
set
Idola
Cameli,
desuper
assurgere
neque
o
juzta
nunc
accidir
xxx.3x
s4
7১৪.- 1৪ Cum Laban intras set tentorium Rachelis, illa abscondir Idola subter stramenta Cameli, et sedit desuper Scrutantique ait assurgere neque o quia juzta consuetudinem feminarum nunc accidir mihi Gen xxx.3x s4
1৪
Cum
Laban
intras
tentorium
Rachelis,
illa
abscondir
subter
stramenta
et
sedit
Scrutantique
ait
quia
consuetudinem
feminarum
mihi
Gen