Human Generated Data

Title

Letters N and O

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Anonymous Germany (Palatinate) 1599, German 16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M8040

Human Generated Data

Title

Letters N and O

People

Artist: Anonymous Germany (Palatinate) 1599, German 16th century

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M8040

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-08

Text 96.9
Pattern 94.1
Graphics 94.1
Art 94.1
Floral Design 94.1
Label 93.3
Handwriting 86
Calligraphy 86
Rug 78.6
Drawing 57.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-08

decoration 98.1
retro 95.9
ornate 95.7
design 95.1
art 95
vintage 94.5
picture frame 93.1
pattern 90.5
antique 90
style 89.8
illustration 89.5
victorian 88.7
desktop 87.2
old 86.7
floral 86.4
texture 84.8
abstract 84.6
ancient 82.8
vector 82.4
classic 82.3

Imagga
created on 2019-08-08

arabesque 88.7
vintage 38.1
floral 35.8
old 35.6
art 34.3
grunge 33.2
design 32.8
texture 32
retro 32
antique 31.7
pattern 29.4
decoration 28.5
frame 27.5
border 27.2
stucco 26.6
paper 23.5
ancient 22.5
decorative 20.9
decor 20.4
aged 19
flower 18.5
ornament 17.2
style 17.1
material 17
graphic 16.8
element 15.7
ornate 15.6
wallpaper 14.6
money 14.5
brown 14
wall 13.9
elegant 13.7
dirty 13.6
silhouette 13.3
leaf 13.2
detail 12.9
historic 12.8
card 12.7
structure 12.7
currency 12.6
backdrop 12.4
gold 12.3
tile 12.2
classic 12.1
paint 11.8
bank 11.7
royal 11.6
scroll 11.4
plant 11.4
artistic 11.3
banner 11
finance 11
drawing 10.9
architecture 10.9
stains 10.7
surface 10.6
curve 10.5
damaged 10.5
rusty 10.5
curl 10.5
graffito 10.2
stamp 10.1
rough 10
faded 9.7
tracery 9.7
textured 9.7
old fashioned 9.5
grungy 9.5
swirl 9.2
banking 9.2
cash 9.2
history 9
fracture 8.8
building 8.7
crack 8.7
stain 8.7
craft 8.6
stone 8.6
close 8.6
label 8.5
modern 8.4
dollar 8.4
traditional 8.3
grain 8.3
foliage 8.3
artwork 8.2
symbol 8.1
emblem 8
business 7.9
carving 7.9
grime 7.8
color 7.8
golden 7.7
culture 7.7
bill 7.6
ornamental 7.6
textures 7.6
savings 7.5
elements 7.4
note 7.4
black 7.2
financial 7.1

Google
created on 2019-08-08

Drawing 81.1
Art 80
Visual arts 77.8
Illustration 77.2
Font 68.6
Printmaking 62.2
Ink 60.2
Artwork 59.1
Calligraphy 52.8
Doodle 52.3
Style 51

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

drawing 99.6
sketch 97.5
text 96.5
pattern 69.2
engraving 59.3
art 53.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 78.6%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

a close up of a book 50.4%
close up of a book 44.3%
a close up of a book cover 44.2%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image is an ornate, decorative piece of calligraphy. It prominently features the word "ANNO," designed with elaborate medieval or gothic-style script. The letters are intricately detailed with flourishes, including lines and patterns reminiscent of the art found in illuminated manuscripts. Within the decoration, there are whimsical elements incorporated into the design: a small figure resembling a cherub or sprite is integrated into the flourish of the letter "A," and another small figure, possibly a sprite, is seen on the letter "N." The overall aesthetic is rich and intricate, suggestive of renaissance-era embellishments. The calligraphy is bordered by a simple, double-lined frame which nicely contains the intricate details within. The background of the image appears to be slightly aged or stained, enhancing its antique appearance.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-09

The image displays an example of elaborate historiated initials, which are decorative letters used at the beginning of a section or paragraph in a manuscript. The image shows two letters: "N" on the left and "S" on the right. They are both heavily ornamented with intricate patterns and scrollwork, and feature small human figures interwoven into the design, which is typical of historiated or inhabited initials. The letter "N" appears to contain a figure that might be holding a flower or a plant, while the letter "S" includes a figure that seems to be in a more active or dynamic pose. The overall style suggests that this artwork belongs to a period in which such embellishments were common, likely produced during the medieval or Renaissance periods. The initials are printed in black ink on aged, off-white paper, which has slightly browned corners indicating its antiquity. A thin, double-lined black border frames the initials, creating a neat rectangular box around the design. The paper's texture and the print's style give an impression of early printing techniques, suggesting this may be a page from an old book or a reproduction thereof.

Anthropic Claude

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

This image shows an example of ornate calligraphy or decorative lettering, appearing to be in a medieval or Renaissance style. The letters are elaborately decorated with intricate swirls, curves, and flourishes in black ink on a light background. Small cherub-like figures can be seen interacting with the decorative elements of the letters. The design is framed by a simple rectangular border. The paper appears aged, with some staining or discoloration visible. This type of ornamental calligraphy was commonly used in illuminated manuscripts and decorative documents of historical periods.

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

The image shows an intricate calligraphic design in black ink on an aged, yellowed paper or parchment background. The design features two highly ornate and symmetrical letter forms, resembling a stylized "M" or "W", with elaborate curls, flourishes and decorative elements swirling around and emanating from the central letterforms. The style appears to be in the tradition of illuminated manuscripts or decorative penmanship from earlier centuries. The artwork is bordered by a simple black frame, further enhancing the antique feel of the piece.

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

This image appears to be a decorative illustration or engraving featuring intricate, ornamental patterns and stylized animal figures. The central elements are two large, intertwined, fantastical creatures that resemble dragons or serpents, rendered in a highly detailed, abstract, and stylized manner. The creatures are surrounded by various curling, scrolling, and looping decorative elements, creating an overall sense of ornate, intricate design. The image has an old, vintage aesthetic, with a faded, aged appearance characteristic of an antique or historical illustration.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-13

The image depicts a vintage-style illustration of the letters "A" and "O" in an ornate, serif font, likely created using a calligraphy technique. The letters are positioned side by side, with the letter "A" on the left and the letter "O" on the right. * The letters are rendered in a dark gray or black color, which provides contrast against the light beige or cream-colored background. * The letters are surrounded by intricate designs, including swirls, flourishes, and other decorative elements that add to their ornate appearance. * The background of the image features a subtle texture, with faint outlines of other letters or designs visible beneath the main illustration. * A thin border surrounds the entire image, adding a sense of depth and framing the illustration. Overall, the image presents a beautiful example of traditional calligraphy, with the ornate letters and decorative elements evoking a sense of elegance and sophistication.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-13

This image showcases a vintage-style illustration of the letters "N" and "O", each adorned with intricate designs and figures. The letters are rendered in a dark brown color, with the "N" featuring a man on the left side and a woman on the right, both surrounded by swirling patterns and shapes. The "O" boasts a similar design, with a man on the left and a woman on the right, accompanied by additional decorative elements. The background of the image is a light beige color, with a subtle border around the edges that adds to the overall vintage aesthetic. The illustration appears to be a reproduction of an older work, possibly from the 16th or 17th century, given its style and design. Overall, the image presents a unique and captivating blend of typography and artistry.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a black-and-white design that appears to be a monogram or initials. The letters "ND" are prominently displayed in a stylized, ornate font, with intricate details and flourishes. The design is bordered by a simple frame, which adds a touch of elegance to the overall composition. The letters are positioned in the center of the frame, creating a balanced and symmetrical arrangement.

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

The image features a monochromatic illustration of the letters "NO" in an ornate, stylized font. The letters are intricately designed, with elaborate swirls, curves, and decorative elements. The "N" on the left is more detailed, with a small figure of a man holding a torch and a vine, while the "O" on the right is also ornate, with a small figure of a man holding a torch. The background is plain and faded, giving the illustration a vintage or antique appearance.