Human Generated Data

Title

Ponte Molle

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R8376

Human Generated Data

Title

Ponte Molle

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Belinda L. Randall from the collection of John Witt Randall, R8376

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Art 93.8
Painting 93.8
Architecture 91.8
Building 91.8
Arched 82.8
Arch 82.8
Person 71.7
Human 71.7
Drawing 61.3
Brick 60.2
Person 46.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

architecture 97.3
art 96.7
ancient 96.3
old 96.3
building 94.4
travel 92.8
no person 92
stone 91.7
print 91.7
antique 91.6
vintage 90.8
city 90.5
wall 89.2
religion 88.6
temple 86
street 84.3
culture 81.7
historic 81.6
retro 81.3
outdoors 80.6

Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

castle 52.8
architecture 52.8
stone 43.2
ancient 42.4
old 38.4
history 34
fortress 32.8
wall 30
building 29.9
structure 29.7
landmark 27.1
cemetery 26.7
fortification 26.5
tourism 26.4
travel 25.4
ruins 23.4
monument 23.4
historic 22.9
historical 21.7
tower 21.5
bridge 21.5
sky 21.2
medieval 21.1
memorial 19.6
famous 19.6
ruin 18.5
brick 18.1
landscape 17.9
rampart 17.6
grave 16.9
palace 16.9
city 16.7
defensive structure 14.7
arch 13.7
gravestone 13.5
grass 13.5
roman 12.7
river 12.5
town 12.1
church 12
culture 12
countryside 11
tourist 10.9
megalith 10.9
religion 10.8
walls 10.8
past 10.7
buildings 10.4
hill 10.3
temple 10.3
construction 10.3
water 10
mountain 9.8
outdoors 9.7
rock 9.6
tunnel 9.5
clouds 9.3
tree 9.2
civilization 8.8
turkey 8.7
religious 8.4
roof 8.4
viaduct 8.1
scenery 8.1
trees 8
country 7.9
empire 7.9
arches 7.9
fort 7.9
cloud 7.8
sunny 7.8
architectural 7.7
village 7.7
england 7.6
stones 7.6
monastery 7.6
house 7.4
column 7.1
summer 7.1
rural 7.1
sea 7

Google
created on 2019-11-06

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.4
drawing 98.4
painting 97.7
old 94.7
sketch 90.3
building 80.2
arch 72.6
black 67.4
stone 36.8
vintage 30.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 93.8%
Person 71.7%
Person 46.4%

Categories

Captions

OpenAI GPT

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

The image is a detailed 18th-century etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi depicting the ruins of the ancient Roman bridge, Pons Aemilius, also known as Ponte Rotto. The bridge spans the Tiber River in Rome, Italy. The artwork showcases the remaining massive stone arches of the bridge, which are in various states of decay. Vegetation is growing on top and around the structure, suggesting a sense of abandonment and the passage of time. Under the high central arch of the bridge, the river flows, reflecting the stonework above. Small figures in boats or on the riverbanks can be seen, adding a sense of scale and life to the scene. The sky is lightly shaded, with clouds providing contrast to the dark, aged stones of the bridge. The inscription at the bottom identifies the historical context of the bridge and its restoration by Pope Nicholas V. The scene is a romanticized yet realistic portrayal of ancient Roman engineering and its enduring presence in the landscape of Rome.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-02

This image appears to be a detailed engraving or etching that depicts a scene of an ancient bridge with two significant arches. The bridge, composed of large stone blocks, shows signs of age and dilapidation, with portions of the stonework missing or eroded. It's a classical piece, potentially from the 18th century, that showcases the architectural remains. The left side of the bridge is partially collapsed or eroded, revealing the construction method involving multiple courses of stone. Vegetation is seen growing atop and around the ruins, suggesting the bridge has been in disuse for some time. To the right, the larger arches are more intact, though one is partially filled or obscured at its base. In the foreground, there are small human figures engaged in various activities. Some are on the shore near the bridge, while others are on small boats or rafts on the water. The presence of these figures gives a sense of scale to the massive structure and hints at daily life going on amidst these ancient remains. In the background, beyond the bridge, a cityscape with many buildings and towers can be discerned, possibly indicating that this bridge was once part of a bustling urban setting. The body of water passing under the bridge might be a river due to the presence of boats and the flowing water. Latin text is written at the top of the image, which refers to the bridge by a specific name and suggests historical significance possibly related to its construction or reconstruction by a Pope Nicholas V and its connection to a figure named A. Tiberius. The scene is labeled "Tab. XXXIX", indicating that it is likely part of a series of illustrations. The artist's name seems to be inscribed in the bottom right, though it is not entirely legible from this view.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical architectural engraving showing the Ponte Molle (now known as Ponte Milvio) in Rome, labeled as "Tab. XXXIX." The image depicts the ancient Roman bridge crossing the Tiber River (marked as "A. Tiberis fluvius" in the caption). The artwork shows the bridge's massive stone arches and structural details, with parts of the original ancient Roman construction visible alongside later restorations. Small boats can be seen on the river, and there are a few tiny figures that give scale to the impressive architecture. The engraving has a dramatic sense of perspective and shows the bridge's imposing presence over the waterway. The sky features billowing clouds, and the overall composition creates a romantic view of this historic Roman structure. The image appears to be from a larger architectural or topographical study, likely dating from the 18th century based on its style and execution.

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

The image depicts an ancient stone structure, likely a bridge or aqueduct, in a state of ruin. The structure is composed of large stone blocks stacked in an arch formation, with vegetation growing on and around it. In the foreground, there appear to be people working or going about their daily activities near the water's edge, with boats visible. The background shows trees and what could be additional ruins or buildings in the distance, giving the scene an overall sense of antiquity and decay amid ongoing life. The image is an etching or engraving, with text in Latin below identifying it as depicting an ancient bridge in the Eastern Roman empire.

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

This image appears to be an engraved or etched depiction of a landscape featuring a large, impressive structure with multiple arched openings. The structure appears to be made of stone or brick and is set against a backdrop of cliffs, trees, and water. There are small figures visible in the foreground, suggesting this is a landscape scene. The overall style and technique indicate this is an artistic rendering, likely from a historical or architectural work.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a monochromatic drawing of a historical structure. The structure is a stone bridge with multiple arches, and it appears to be an ancient architectural marvel. The bridge is built over a body of water, possibly a river, with boats passing beneath it. The bridge's stonework is detailed, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. The surrounding landscape includes trees and a cloudy sky, adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene.

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

The image is a black-and-white illustration of an ancient Roman bridge called the Pont du Gard. The bridge is located in the southern French region of Provence and is a remarkable example of Roman engineering. It spans the Gardon River and is composed of three tiers of arches, with the top tier having 24 arches. The bridge is made of stone blocks and is an impressive feat of construction. The illustration shows the bridge from a low angle, highlighting its grandeur and the intricate details of its arches. The image also includes a few people standing on the bridge, giving a sense of scale and the bridge's historical significance.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Tiberis
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Google

Tab XXXIX Scenographia Pontis hodie Mellis, ostendens quod remanserat antiqui operis cum a Nicolao VPont. Max. resti tutus fuit. A. Tiberis Fluvins Fide indcem ruinar num 3
Tab
XXXIX
Scenographia
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remanserat
operis
a
VPont.
resti
tutus
fuit.
Tiberis
Fluvins
ruinar
3
Pontis
Mellis,
quod
antiqui
cum
Nicolao
Max.
A.
Fide
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