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Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark of Aldi Filii

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Anonymous Italy (Venice) 1599, Italian 16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1972

Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark of Aldi Filii

People

Artist: Anonymous Italy (Venice) 1599, Italian 16th century

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1972

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-05

Hook 84.7
Anchor 80.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-05

retro 99.1
vintage 98.9
illustration 98.4
antique 98.3
art 97.7
picture frame 97.7
margin 95.7
decoration 95.1
old 94.6
vector 94.4
design 93.7
bill 93.2
paper 93
card 92.6
ancient 91.6
victorian 91.5
graphic 91.4
ornate 90.5
texture 90.2
desktop 90.1

Imagga
created on 2019-11-05

arabesque 59.7
antique 40.2
vintage 38.9
grunge 38.4
texture 37.6
floral 35.8
old 35.6
art 31.5
pattern 30.8
wallpaper 30.7
retro 28.7
design 28.5
paper 28.4
border 27.2
frame 25.3
flower 23.1
aged 22.7
drawing 22
decoration 21.9
style 20.8
graphic 20.5
ancient 19
envelope 19
card 17.9
stamp 17.8
parchment 17.3
scroll 17.2
leaf 17.1
element 16.6
ornament 16.4
decorative 15.9
plant 15.7
decor 15.1
material 13.4
surface 13.2
text 13.1
backgrounds 13
foliage 12.9
blank 12.9
ornate 12.8
paint 12.7
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canvas 12.3
fabric 12.2
die 12.1
swirl 12
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backdrop 11.6
textured 11.4
textile 11.4
textures 11.4
page 11.1
elements 11.1
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stain 10.6
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artistic 10.4
empty 10.3
silhouette 9.9
romantic 9.8
grime 9.8
decay 9.7
brown 9.6
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mottled 8.8
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structure 8.8
leaves 8.8
container 8.7
worn 8.6
rusty 8.6
old fashioned 8.6
elegance 8.4
silk 8.4
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sketch 8.1
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map 8
draw 8
love 7.9
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notebook 7.8
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edge 7.7
stained 7.7
curl 7.6
bouquet 7.6
shape 7.5
book 7.4
wedding 7.4
branch 7.3
holiday 7.2
curve 7

Google
created on 2019-11-05

Illustration 77.6
Font 68.6
Drawing 63.2
Art 62.5
Crest 51.3

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-05

drawing 99.8
sketch 99.6
cartoon 97
text 93.8
illustration 86.1
engraving 82.4
art 52.7

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 100%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-01

This image features a decorative printer's mark, which is a symbol used by a printing press as a trademark. The central element of the design is an anchor around which a dolphin is entwined, creating a flowing, sinuous line. Above the anchor, the text "ALDI FILII" is presented, suggesting it belonged to the "sons of Aldus," referring to the famed Alden Press established by Aldus Manutius and continued by his heirs.

On either side of the anchor and dolphin are two figures that resemble putti, or cherubs, each holding an extended portion of the dolphin's body. The putti have wings and appear to be full of movement. Below the main elements, there are additional decorative details that include ribbons, foliage, and heraldic shields with intricate designs.

The overall design is symmetrical and showcases the intricate craftsmanship of the engraver, designed to reflect the press's identity and reputation for quality printing. Such devices were common in early printed books as a form of branding and a sign of authenticity.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-01

The image is a detailed and ornate woodcut design. At the center of the image is a large anchor, which is depicted with a snake coiled around it. The anchor and snake are flanked by two winged cherubs or putti, one on each side. The cherub on the left is facing forward, while the cherub on the right is turned slightly to the left. Both are holding onto elaborate scrollwork that extends from the top of the anchor.

The anchor is adorned with a lion's head at the top, which appears to be part of the ornate scrollwork. Below the anchor, there are two Latin words: "ALDI" on the left and "FILII" on the right. These words translate to "Aldus' Sons" or "The Sons of Aldus," referring to Aldus Manutius, a renowned Renaissance printer and publisher, whose heirs continued his printing business.

The design is highly detailed with intricate line work, and the overall aesthetic is very classical and emblematic, typical of the Renaissance period. The image likely served as an emblem or printer's mark for Aldus Manutius' publishing house, known for its high-quality editions of classical texts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-01

This is the historic printer's mark or device of the Aldine Press (Aldi Filii), founded by Aldus Manutius in Venice. The central design features an anchor with a dolphin coiled around it, which was the famous symbol of the press. The mark is decorated with two winged cherubs or putti on either side, supporting flowing decorative elements. Below the anchor are ornate cartouches and flourishes. The words "ALDI FILII" (meaning "sons of Aldus") are split across the center of the design. This printer's mark became one of the most recognizable publishing emblems of the Renaissance period, symbolizing the press's motto "Festina lente" (make haste slowly) - where the anchor represents stability and the dolphin represents swiftness. The overall design is executed in a detailed woodcut style characteristic of the period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-01

The image depicts an ornate illustration or engraving featuring two angelic or cherub-like figures flanking either side of an anchor. The figures have wings and flowing robes, and are surrounded by decorative scrollwork and floral elements. The names "ALDI" and "FILII" are written above and below the anchor, respectively. The illustration has an antique or vintage style, with the artwork rendered in detailed linework against an aged paper background.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-01

The image appears to be an engraved illustration or woodcut featuring a central anchor motif surrounded by ornate decorative elements. The anchor is flanked by winged figures, with a snake or serpent-like element wrapped around the center. The text "ALDI FILII" is included below the central design. The overall style and composition suggest this is a decorative or heraldic image from an older printed source.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a vintage illustration of a coat of arms, featuring a snake wrapped around an anchor with cherubs and other decorative elements.

  • The central element is a snake wrapped around an anchor, symbolizing strength and resilience.
  • Two cherubs are positioned on either side of the anchor, one holding a horn and the other holding a ball.
  • The cherubs are depicted in a dynamic pose, with their arms outstretched and their legs bent.
  • 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 design of the image is ornate and intricate, with many details that suggest a high level of craftsmanship.

The image is likely a representation of a family crest or coat of arms, possibly from a historical or cultural context. The use of cherubs and other mythological creatures adds a sense of mysticism and symbolism to the design.

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

This image depicts an old, yellowed piece of paper with a black ink design in the center. The design features two cherubs, one on each side, standing on spheres and holding their arms up to a central figure. The central figure is a snake wrapped around an anchor, with its head at the top and tail at the bottom. The words "ALDI" and "FILII" are written in small letters on either side of the anchor.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which suggests that the paper may have been scanned or photographed for preservation or display purposes. Overall, the image appears to be a historical or artistic artifact, possibly from the Renaissance period given the style of the cherubs and the use of Latin text.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The image is an old drawing of a coat of arms. The coat of arms features a shield with a stylized anchor in the center. The anchor is decorated with a snake wrapped around it, symbolizing wisdom and eternity. Two cherubs are depicted on either side of the anchor, holding a ribbon that bears the words "ALDI FILII" in the center. The cherubs are winged and have a playful expression. The shield is surrounded by a decorative border with floral and scrollwork elements. The overall design is intricate and detailed, showcasing the craftsmanship of the artist.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The image shows a monochromatic drawing of a coat of arms. The coat of arms features a central anchor with a rope and a snake wrapped around it. Two cherubs are depicted on either side of the anchor, holding the rope. The anchor is adorned with floral designs at its base. The coat of arms is framed by a decorative border with intricate patterns. The text "ALDI FILI" is written below the anchor, likely indicating the name of the family or individual associated with the coat of arms. The image has a vintage, antique appearance, suggesting it may be an old drawing or print.

Text analysis

Amazon

ALDI
ALDI FILII
FILII

Google

FILII
ALDI FILII
ALDI