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Title

Printer's Mark of Andreas Wechel and Heirs

Date

1584

People

Artist: Anonymous Germany (Frankfort on the Main) 1599, German 16th century

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Prints

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Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1055

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Title

Printer's Mark of Andreas Wechel and Heirs

People

Artist: Anonymous Germany (Frankfort on the Main) 1599, German 16th century

Date

1584

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1055

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Amazon
created on 2019-08-08

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Clarifai
created on 2019-08-08

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Imagga
created on 2019-08-08

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Google
created on 2019-08-08

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Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

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Amazon

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Clarifai

Poster
Animal

AWS Rekognition

Bird 66.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-08

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-08

a close up of a book 78.9%
close up of a book 74.8%
a close up of text on a book 69.8%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

a letter from monarch to person.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a drawing of a coat of arms and a horse

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-09

The image is an old bookplate or a printer's mark from the 16th century. It features a detailed illustration with the following elements:

  • At the top of the image is the Latin phrase "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, invenies post praefationem," translating to "You will find the lives of the authors contained in this volume after the preface."
  • Below the phrase is another Latin phrase "CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO," which means "With a very full index."
  • The main illustration depicts a mythological winged horse, Pegasus, standing on clouds.
  • Beneath Pegasus is an elaborate heraldic design incorporating elements like plants, ornate flourishes, and possibly a caduceus (a symbol associated with Hermes featuring two serpents entwined around a staff).
  • The bottom of the image contains additional text: "FRANCOFURTI," indicating Frankfurt, "Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli," which means "Among the heirs of Andreas Wechel," and the date "ANNO MDLXXXIIII," translating to the year 1584.

This image represents a printer's device used by the heirs of Andreas Wechel, a notable printer in Frankfurt during that period.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-09

This image appears to be a photograph of an old printed page, potentially from a book or document. The main feature of the image is an elaborate emblem or printer's mark in the center. The emblem includes several prominent elements:

  • A stylized design resembling a column or scepter with intricate patterns, topped with a cross, sits at the center.
  • On top of the central emblem floats a Pegasus, a mythological white-winged horse from Greek mythology.
  • Palm branches surround and underlay the central design, adding an ornamental touch.
  • The entire emblem is encircled by a cloud or billowing flourish at the bottom.

Latin text surrounds the emblem, providing context and possibly identifying the book or document's contents, publisher, or something related to its creation. Here's what the text says in uppercase:

  • At the top, "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, inuenies post praefationem." which translates roughly to "The lives of the authors contained in this volume can be found after the preface."
  • Immediately above the emblem "CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO." which suggests the presence of a very comprehensive index.
  • At the bottom, the text "FRANCOFVRTI Apud heredes Andrea Wecheli, ANNO MDLXXXIII" refers to the location "Frankfurt", the publisher "At the heirs of Andrea Wechel", and the year "1583" in Roman numerals.

The emblem also contains initials and numbers which might be significant to the understanding of the emblem's full meaning or refer to the owner, printer's identification, or edition.

Next to the emblem are signatures or marks, possibly added after the original printing. These marks look like handwritten inscriptions or doodles and could suggest the book had been personalized or noted by an owner.

The photograph itself captures all these details with good clarity, and the age of the document is indicated by the color and texture of the paper as well as the style of the print.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a printer's mark or publisher's device from 1584, belonging to the heirs of Andreas Wechel in Frankfurt. The image features an elaborate emblem with a Pegasus (winged horse) at the top, and below it is a caduceus (staff with two intertwined snakes) flanked by cornucopias or decorative horns filled with foliage. The design also includes clouds at the bottom and what appears to be the number "44" on either side. The text is in Latin, with "FRANCOFVRTI" (Frankfurt) and "Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli" (At the heirs of Andreas Wechel) followed by the year MDLXXXIIII (1584). At the very top of the page is Latin text indicating this is a volume containing authors' lives ("Vitas auctorum") with a comprehensive index ("Cum indice locupletissimo").

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-09

This is a printer's mark or publisher's emblem from 1584, used by the heirs of Andreas Wechel in Frankfurt. The design features a striking Pegasus (winged horse) at the top, and below it is a caduceus (a staff with two intertwined snakes) surrounded by decorative elements including palm fronds and clouds. The mark also includes the number "44" and stylized "W" letters, likely representing the Wechel publishing house. The image has Latin text at the top reading "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, inuenies post praefationem" and "CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO." At the bottom, it states "FRANCOFVRTI" (Frankfurt) and "Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli, ANNO MDLXXXIIII" (At the heirs of Andreas Wechel, Year 1584). This is a fine example of 16th-century printing house iconography combining classical mythological elements with professional symbolism.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-09

The image depicts the title page of a book by Andreas Wecheli, published in Frankfurt in the year 1583 (written in Roman numerals as MDLXXXIIII). The title is in Latin and reads "Cum Indice locupletissimo", which roughly translates to "With a very full index".

The most prominent feature is an ornate coat of arms or emblem in the center of the page. It shows a winged horse or Pegasus above a crest featuring palm trees, scrollwork designs, and what appear to be caduceus symbols on either side. The overall style of the engraving has an intricate, Renaissance feel to it.

Below the emblem, the publisher's name and publishing date are printed. The page has an aged, textured appearance suggesting it comes from an old book or manuscript. The Latin title and 16th century date indicate this is an early printed work, likely of a scholarly nature given the mention of a comprehensive index.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-09

The image appears to be the title page of a book or publication. It features an ornate engraved illustration depicting a winged horse or Pegasus against a background of floral elements and architectural designs. The Latin text above and below the illustration provides the title "Cum Indice Locupletissimo" and the name "Francofvrti Apud heredes Andreæ Wecheli, Anno M D LXXXIII.", suggesting this is the title page from a work published in Frankfurt in 1583 by the heirs of Andreas Wechel.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a vintage-style illustration of a winged horse, surrounded by a wreath of leaves and flowers, with a snake coiled around a staff in the center. The horse has its front legs raised as if it is about to jump.

  • The horse is depicted in a dynamic pose, with its mane and tail flowing in the wind.
  • The wreath surrounding the horse is made up of leaves and flowers, which are intertwined with each other.
  • The snake is coiled around the staff, which is topped with a cross.
  • The background of the image is a light beige color, with a subtle texture that gives it a sense of age and wear.

The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the winged horse and the wreath of leaves and flowers creating a sense of movement and energy. The snake coiled around the staff adds a sense of tension and drama to the image, while the cross on top of the staff suggests a sense of spirituality and devotion.

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

The image depicts a bookplate, also known as an ex libris, which is a label or mark used to identify the owner of a book. The bookplate features a coat of arms with a winged horse, a snake, and a palm tree, surrounded by a wreath. The text "FRANCOFVRTI" and "Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli, ANNO M D LXXXIII" are written below the coat of arms.

The bookplate is likely from the 16th century, given the style of the artwork and the language used. The text "FRANCOFVRTI" suggests that the book was printed in Frankfurt, Germany, while the name "Andreae Wecheli" may refer to the publisher or printer of the book. The date "ANNO M D LXXXIII" corresponds to the year 1583.

Overall, the bookplate provides information about the book's ownership, publication, and historical context. It is a valuable resource for researchers and collectors interested in the history of books and printing.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image is a vintage-style illustration featuring a coat of arms with a winged horse, a staff, and a snake, surrounded by palm leaves and flames. The coat of arms is encircled by a wreath of palm leaves and flames, symbolizing triumph and glory. The image is printed on a yellowish paper with a watermark. The image is printed on a yellowish paper with a watermark. The image is printed on a yellowish paper with a watermark.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image is a page from an old book. It has a title and some text written in Latin. The title is "CVM INDICE LOCYPLETISSIMO" and it is written in a fancy font. The text below the title is also written in Latin and it says "Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli, ANNO MDLXXIIII". There is a picture of a winged horse with a snake around its neck and a staff with a cross on it. The picture is surrounded by some clouds and there is a signature at the bottom right corner of the page.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-09

This is an image of a title page or emblem, likely from a historical book. Here's a breakdown:

Central Design:

  • Mythical Creature: The dominant element is a winged horse, which is likely a depiction of Pegasus. It's depicted in a dynamic pose.
  • Emblematic Shield/Device: Beneath the Pegasus is an elaborate design, possibly a crest or symbol. It incorporates the following:
    • Two curved horns, which are likely cornucopias representing abundance.
    • A caduceus symbol (a staff entwined with two snakes), a symbol associated with medicine, trade, negotiation, and commerce.
    • Two wings, perhaps representing Hermes or Mercury.
    • An arm holding something like a staff or rod.
    • Clouds and intricate detailing within the device.
  • Signature: There appears to be a signature or marking in the top right corner.

Textual Elements:

  • Latin Inscriptions: The text is in Latin. Some phrases present are:
    • "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, inuenies post praefationem": "You will find the lives of the authors contained in this volume after the preface."
    • "Cum Indice Locupletissimo": "With a very rich index."
    • "Franco Furti" (place of printing - Frankfurt).
    • "Apud hæredes Andreæ Wecheli": "By the heirs of Andreas Wecheli" (the publisher).
    • "Anno MD LXXXIIII": "In the year 1584" (the year of publication, using Roman numerals).

Overall Impression:

The image has the appearance of an engraving or woodcut print. The style is characteristic of historical book illustrations, often featuring complex symbolic elements and a classical aesthetic. The combination of the Pegasus, the caduceus, and other elements suggest themes related to knowledge, medicine, commerce, and perhaps the pursuit of wisdom or enlightenment. The text indicates it's a publication from the 16th century.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-09

The image is a bookplate or printer's mark, likely from the 16th or 17th century. It is printed in black ink on a light background, probably paper.

At the top, there are Latin words: "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, inuenies post praefationem." and "CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO".

The main part of the image is an elaborate emblem or coat of arms. A winged horse (Pegasus) is standing on top of a central design. The design includes crossed cornucopias, from which plants or fruits are spilling out. There's also a caduceus (a staff with entwined snakes), a pair of wings, a pair of clasped hands emerging from clouds, and possibly initials. The whole emblem is surrounded by a cloud-like formation.

Below the emblem, more Latin text says:
"FRANCOFVRTI" (Frankfurt)
"Apud haeredes Andreae Wecheli," (At the heirs of Andreas Wechel)
"ANNO MDLXXXIIII." (Year 1584)

There's also a faint signature visible on the right side of the emblem.
The style of the image suggests it's an old bookplate or printer's mark, indicating the publisher of the book. The use of Latin was common for scholarly works during that period. The emblem itself may have been a symbol associated with the printer or publisher.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image appears to be a historical document or bookplate, featuring a detailed engraving. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Text at the Top:

    • The Latin phrase at the top reads: "Vitas auctorum quibus volumine continentur, inuenies post praefationem." This translates to: "The lives of the authors contained in this volume, you will find after the preface."
    • Below this, it says: "CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO," which translates to: "With a very complete index."
  2. Central Engraving:

    • The central engraving features a winged horse, which is likely Pegasus, a mythical creature from Greek mythology.
    • Below the winged horse, there is an intricate design that includes a caduceus (a staff with two serpents wrapped around it, often associated with medicine and commerce) flanked by two elaborate cornucopias (horns of plenty), which symbolize abundance and prosperity.
    • The initials "W W" appear on either side of the caduceus.
    • Below the cornucopias, there are two hands emerging from clouds, which symbolize divine or heavenly intervention.
  3. Text at the Bottom:

    • The text at the bottom reads: "FRANCOFVRTI Apud hæredes Andreæ Wecheli, ANNO M D LXXXIII." This translates to: "Frankfurt, at the heirs of Andreas Wechel, in the year 1583."
  4. Signature:

    • To the right of the engraving, there is a handwritten signature, which appears to be stylized and possibly belongs to an owner or a notable person associated with the document.

Overall, the image is a detailed and ornate bookplate from a book published in Frankfurt in 1583 by the heirs of Andreas Wechel, featuring symbolic elements and Latin text that indicate the contents and significance of the volume.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-08-03

This image is a vintage bookplate with an ornate crest at its center. At the top of the crest, a winged horse, known as Pegasus, is depicted in a dynamic pose, seemingly in mid-leap. The horse's wings are spread wide, and its mane flows freely.

Below Pegasus, the crest features a caduceus, a symbol associated with commerce, negotiation, and healing in ancient Greek mythology. The caduceus is composed of two serpents entwined around a staff, with wings at the top. The staff is flanked by two decorative elements, possibly representing cornucopias or embellished foliage.

The lower part of the crest includes a pair of hands holding a rose, surrounded by clouds. The rose is often a symbol of beauty, love, or secrecy.

The text on the bookplate is in Latin. At the top, it reads: "Vitas auctorum qui hoc volumine continentur, inuenies polt præfationem. CVM INDICE LOCVPLETISSIMO." This translates to: "The lives of the authors contained in this volume, you will find in the preface. With a very rich index."

At the bottom, the text provides information about the publisher and the year of publication: "FRANCOFVRTI Apud hæredes Andreæ Wecheli, ANNO MDLXXXIII." This translates to: "FRANKFURT At the heirs of Andreas Wechel, YEAR MDLXXXIII (1583)."

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-08-03

This image appears to be a book title page from the 16th century, specifically from the year 1584. The design features an emblematic central element surrounded by various decorative and symbolic details.

  1. Central Emblem: At the center of the page is an emblem featuring a mythological winged horse (a Pegasus-like creature) on top. Below it, there is a medical symbol associated with medicine, known as the Caduceus, which is a staff with two snakes intertwined and topped by two wings. This symbol is often used in medical contexts to represent healing and health.

  2. Decorative Elements: Surrounding the central emblem are ornamental swirls, palm fronds, and additional decorative motifs, adding to the richness of the design. Below the emblem, there are clouds and what appear to be hands holding the staff, further emphasizing the medical theme.

  3. Text: At the top, there is a Latin inscription that translates to "The lives of those authors whose works are contained in this volume, you will find a polite preface." Below the central emblem, the text reads "FRANCOFVRTI," which is a reference to Frankfurt, the city where the book was printed. Further down, it states "Apud hæredes Andreæ Wecheli," which means "At the heirs of Andreas Wechel," indicating the publisher or the family responsible for the printing. The year "ANNO M D LXXXIII," refers to the year 1584.

This page combines elements of heraldry, medical symbolism, and textual information to convey the identity and content of the book.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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