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Human Generated Data

Title

Mercury and Argus

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Giovanni Volpato, Italian 1735 - 1803

Artist after: Nicolas Poussin, French 1594 - 1665

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3033

Human Generated Data

Title

Mercury and Argus

People

Artist: Giovanni Volpato, Italian 1735 - 1803

Artist after: Nicolas Poussin, French 1594 - 1665

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R3033

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Human 99.4
Person 99.4
Painting 99
Art 99
Person 98.6
Plant 74.2
Tree 74.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

print 99.9
people 99.7
illustration 99.6
engraving 99.6
art 99.3
antique 98.7
vintage 98.4
old 97.8
painting 97.2
tree 96
man 95.7
paper 95.1
retro 94.9
lithograph 94.7
etching 94.3
group 93.9
postcard 93.3
adult 92.3
cavalry 92.1
ancient 90.3

Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

tree 55.6
landscape 35.7
sky 27.7
trees 23.1
park 21.4
forest 21
old 20.9
rock 20
travel 19.7
desert 19.7
grunge 18.7
woody plant 18.1
mountain 17.2
scenery 17.1
scenic 16.7
canyon 15.5
vintage 14.9
river 14.7
vascular plant 14.7
aged 14.5
sunset 14.4
orange 13.8
national 13.6
snow 13.6
outdoors 13.5
tourism 13.2
vacation 13.1
outdoor 13
mountains 13
sand 12.9
winter 12.8
clouds 12.7
plant 12.2
scene 12.1
natural 12
grass 11.9
season 11.7
stone 11.7
woods 11.5
autumn 11.4
sun 11.2
wilderness 11.1
branch 10.9
cliff 10.9
field 10.9
bonsai 10.8
environment 10.7
water 10.7
lake 10.6
texture 10.4
cold 10.3
drawing 10.1
antique 10.1
land 10
tourist 10
fall 10
silhouette 9.9
structure 9.9
horizon 9.9
rural 9.7
color 9.5
day 9.4
sketch 9.3
morning 9
dirty 9
retro 9
southwest 8.8
country 8.8
beach 8.8
light 8.7
fog 8.7
pine 8.6
worn 8.6
grungy 8.5
rocks 8.5
background 8.3
rough 8.2
erosion 8.2
yellow 8
rim 7.8
artistic 7.8
ancient 7.8
cloud 7.8
empty 7.7
west 7.7
branches 7.7
representation 7.7
weathered 7.6
dark 7.5
screen 7.5
evening 7.5
valley 7.3
weather 7.2
paper 7.1
sea 7

Google
created on 2019-11-06

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.6
painting 95.7
tree 90.3
drawing 55.6
picture frame 8.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 43-61
Gender Male, 50.4%
Fear 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Sad 50.5%
Calm 49.5%
Happy 49.5%
Angry 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 99.4%

Categories

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-03

This is an image of a classical landscape etching. The scene shows a pastoral landscape with mythological undertones. Two human figures are portrayed in the foreground, situated on either side of a stream running through the center. One figure appears to be playing a small flute or pipe, while the other, seated with a thoughtful or restful pose, listens or reflects.

On the left side, the standing figure seems to interact with cattle, perhaps engaging in a form of herding or offering guidance with music. The cattle themselves are calm, blending peacefully into the idyllic pastoral setting.

The landscape includes cliffs and trees, conveying a rugged terrain that softens into rolling hills in the distance. There is a classical architectural structure, likely a temple or ruin, on a hilltop in the background, emphasizing the mythical or historical aspect of the scene. The sky is adorned with soft clouds, implying a serene or sublime atmosphere.

At the bottom, there is text inscribed in Latin, which suggests a specific narrative or legend is being depicted, possibly from classical mythology, involving the Roman deities Mercury (Mercurius) and Jupiter (Iovis), and the context might refer to an instance of Mercury's cunning or service to Jupiter.

The etching technique used for this image has resulted in a detailed and textured representation that was typical of printmaking during the time it was created, typically anywhere from the 16th to the 19th century.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-03

The image is a finely detailed, monochromatic engraving depicting a pastoral landscape with mythological elements. The scene is set amidst a hilly and rocky terrain, with a few trees, some of which are bent, dotting the landscape.

In the foreground, there are two central figures: one is a man seated on a rock, possibly the god Mercury as suggested by the presence of a caduceus (a staff intertwined with serpents) next to him. The other figure, which appears to be a reclining bovine, is most likely Io, a figure from Greek mythology known to have been transformed into a cow.

Mercury seems to be playing a flute or panpipes, adding a musical element to the scene. Sheep and cattle graze peacefully in the background, contributing to the idyllic, pastoral atmosphere.

In the distance, a village is nestled among the hills, with clouds and a partly cloudy sky adding depth to the scene. Latin text at the bottom of the engraving reads: "Saltibus in riguis Io dum pascitur Argum Mercurius septem mulcet arundinibus. Ad calami sonitum vigili custode perempto Sic vaccam eripuit restituitque Iovi," which translates to a description of the myth where Mercury lulls Argus to sleep with his flute to rescue Io and restore her to Jupiter (Zeus).

The engraving is a fine example of classical art, with meticulous attention to detail in both natural and mythological elements, capturing a serene yet poignant moment from ancient mythology.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-03

This is a classical pastoral landscape etching or engraving, rendered in sepia tones. The scene depicts a mythological or pastoral setting with two figures in classical dress resting in the foreground, accompanied by a cow. The landscape features dramatic rocky cliffs, twisted trees, and a distant view of what appears to be buildings or a settlement with smoke or clouds in the background.

The composition is beautifully balanced with large rock formations on the left, slender trees on the right, and a meandering middle ground that leads the eye to the background. The artwork has a distinctive Baroque or Neo-classical style, typical of 17th or 18th-century European art.

There's Latin text at the bottom of the image, suggesting this might be illustrating a classical story or myth. The scene has a contemplative, peaceful quality despite the somewhat dramatic landscape elements.

The technical execution shows skilled handling of light and shadow, with careful attention to detail in the vegetation and geological features. The overall effect is one of romantic idealization of the pastoral life, a common theme in classical art.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-03

The image depicts a classical landscape scene with mythological figures. In the foreground, three nude figures, likely representing gods or mythical characters, are resting by a river or stream. The figure on the left appears to be playing a flute-like instrument. The landscape features rocky cliffs and outcroppings, with trees dotting the hills. In the distance, mountains and clouds can be seen against the sky. The overall style has an idealized, pastoral quality typical of neoclassical or romantic art depicting mythological themes and idyllic nature scenes.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-03

This image appears to be an engraved landscape scene from the past. It depicts a picturesque, mountainous landscape with rocky cliffs, lush vegetation, and a river or stream running through it. In the foreground, there are two figures - a seated male and a standing female - that seem to be engaging in some kind of pastoral or mythological scene. The overall style and composition suggest this is a classical or allegorical landscape painting, possibly from the 17th or 18th century.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a sepia-toned engraving of two men and a cow in a landscape. The engraving is surrounded by a white border, with the title "SALTIBUS IN RIGUIS IO DUM PASCITUR ARGUM" at the bottom left and "AD CALAMI SONITUM VIGILI GUSTODE PEREMTO" at the bottom right.

  • Two Men:
    • Both men are shirtless and barefoot.
    • One man is sitting on a rock, playing a flute.
    • The other man is standing next to him, holding a rope.
  • Cow:
    • The cow is lying down in the background.
    • It has a rope tied around its neck.
  • Landscape:
    • The landscape features trees, rocks, and a body of water.
    • There are mountains in the distance.
    • The sky is cloudy.

The engraving appears to be a scene from ancient Greece or Rome, depicting a pastoral scene with shepherds and their animals. The use of sepia tone gives the image a sense of age and nostalgia.

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

The image is a sepia-toned illustration of a landscape with two men and a cow. The scene depicts a serene and idyllic setting, with the two men engaged in conversation while the cow lies down nearby.

Key Elements:

  • Landscape: The background features a mountainous terrain with trees, rocks, and a cloudy sky.
  • Two Men: One man sits on a rock, while the other stands beside him, holding a staff.
  • Cow: A cow lies down near the men, adding to the peaceful atmosphere.
  • Text: The image includes text at the bottom, which appears to be in Latin. However, without further context or translation, the specific meaning of the text cannot be determined.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of tranquility and harmony between humans and nature. The presence of the cow and the men's relaxed demeanor suggest a pastoral scene, possibly from ancient times. The use of sepia tones adds a nostalgic and timeless quality to the illustration.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image depicts a scene of two men in a natural setting, possibly in a valley. One man is playing a flute, while the other sits on a rock. A cow is resting nearby. The landscape features a river, mountains, and a cloudy sky. The image has a vintage look, with a yellowish hue and a sepia tone. The image is framed by a white border.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image is a black-and-white illustration depicting a serene landscape. In the foreground, there are two men, one standing and playing a flute, and the other sitting on a rock. The standing man is dressed in a simple tunic and hat, while the seated man wears a similar outfit but with a belt. They are surrounded by a lush, green environment with trees, bushes, and a river flowing gently in the background. The river is bordered by rocky cliffs, and the sky above is filled with clouds. The image conveys a sense of tranquility and harmony with nature, with the men engaged in a peaceful activity in a picturesque setting.

Text analysis

Amazon

SONITUM
ERIPUIT
AD
GUSTODE
MERCURIUS
IN
SALTIBUS
PEREMTO
RESTITUITQUE
PASGITUR
TOVI
SALTIBUS IN RIGUIS 10 DUM PASGITUR ARGUM AD CALAMI SONITUM VIGILI GUSTODE PEREMTO
10
ARUNDINIBES.
RIGUIS
DUM
MERCURIUS SEPTEM MVICET ARUNDINIBES. SIC VACCAM ERIPUIT RESTITUITQUE TOVI
MVICET
SEPTEM
VIGILI
ARGUM
CALAMI
VACCAM
SIC

Google

SALTIBUS
IN
RIGUIS
10
DUM
PASCITUR
AD
SONITUM
VIGILI
MERCURIUS
SEPTEM
ARUNIDINIBUS
VACCAM
ERIPUIT
RESTITUITQUE
1OVI
SALTIBUS IN RIGUIS 10 DUM PASCITUR ARGUM AD CALAMI SONITUM VIGILI CUSTODE, PEREMTO MERCURIUS SEPTEM MULCET ARUNIDINIBUS 8IC VACCAM ERIPUIT RESTITUITQUE 1OVI
ARGUM
CALAMI
CUSTODE,
PEREMTO
MULCET
8IC