Human Generated Data

Title

Initial S

Date

16th century

People

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

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1209

Human Generated Data

Title

Initial S

People

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

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1209

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-08

Rug 96.6
Art 96.4
Drawing 96.4
Doodle 96.4
Text 66.9
Label 59.2
Painting 58.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-08

illustration 99.3
art 98.9
retro 97.9
decoration 97.3
pattern 94.6
vintage 93.9
symbol 93.2
antique 93
ornate 92
ancient 90.5
painting 90.4
old 88.8
religion 87.7
visuals 85.8
desktop 83.7
image 83.3
design 82.9
print 82.5
dragon 81.6
picture frame 80

Imagga
created on 2019-08-08

arabesque 63.9
art 32
old 27.9
ancient 27.7
vintage 26.5
antique 25.5
pattern 25.3
paper 24.3
design 22.8
texture 22.3
decoration 19.8
religion 19.7
culture 19.7
money 19.6
tile 19.2
history 18.8
binding 18.6
currency 18
grunge 17.9
gold 17.3
traditional 16.7
retro 16.4
ornament 16.4
east 15.9
dollar 15.8
cash 15.6
ornate 15.6
floral 15.3
finance 15.2
style 14.9
banking 14.7
wealth 14.4
frame 14.3
architecture 13.4
golden 12.9
carving 12.8
decor 12.4
temple 12.4
one 12
bill 11.4
mosaic 11.3
religious 11.3
savings 11.2
stamp 10.8
bank 10.8
financial 10.7
dollars 10.6
craft 10.5
statue 10.5
sculpture 10.5
brown 10.3
drawing 10
wallpaper 10
business 9.7
close 9.7
detail 9.7
god 9.6
ornamental 9.5
oriental 9.5
decorative 9.2
historic 9.2
painting 9
collection 9
symbol 8.8
bills 8.8
prayer 8.7
us 8.7
spirituality 8.6
obsolete 8.6
post 8.6
door 8.6
black 8.4
elegance 8.4
note 8.3
card 8.3
aged 8.2
material 8.1
paisley 8
postage 7.9
face 7.8
grand 7.8
blank 7.7
palace 7.7
parchment 7.7
mail 7.7
united 7.6
investment 7.3
border 7.2
travel 7
textured 7

Google
created on 2019-08-08

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

drawing 99.4
sketch 98.3
text 96.7
illustration 90.9
woodcut 79.4
engraving 67.3
art 51.2
fabric 28.2
picture frame 14.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Microsoft

Microsoft Cognitive Services

Age 25
Gender Female

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 96.6%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-08

a close up of text on a rug 76.5%
a fabric surface 58.5%
a close up of a rug 58.4%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-09

This is a black and white image of an ornate, decorative initial. The initial is a large, elaborately designed letter "S." The design includes intricate foliate patterns, and within the open spaces of the letter, there are figures and scenes that appear to be drawn from classical or mythological inspiration. There is a figure on the left side of the decorate "S" that seems to be a cherub or putto, a common motif in Renaissance art. Floral and leaf patterns fill the background and the border appears to be quite structured and clean, emphasizing the contrast between the decorative letter and the plain surroundings. This type of illustration is typical of historic illuminated manuscripts or initial letters in early printed books.

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

The image is an intricate, black-and-white illustration featuring a large, ornate letter "S." Surrounding the letter are detailed depictions of cherubic figures, birds, and foliage. The cherubs are engaged in various activities, including handling a dog and interacting with the birds. The design is highly detailed and rich in classical artistic elements, typical of decorative initials used in historical manuscripts and books.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a decorative letter "S" illustration, likely from a medieval or Renaissance-era manuscript or book. The image is a woodcut print in black and white, showing cherubic figures, a dog, and a bird incorporated into the design of the letter. The letter S is drawn in a large, curved white shape against a dark background. The scene includes ornate foliage and decorative elements typical of illuminated manuscripts. The style is characteristic of early printed books, with detailed line work and cross-hatching techniques used to create texture and depth. The overall composition is framed in a square border, making it suitable as a drop cap or decorative initial letter for a page of text.

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

The image shows a highly detailed woodcut or engraving print depicting an ornate letter "S". The letter is composed of intertwining tree branches, vines, leaves and foliage that form an intricate pattern. Within the letter, there appear to be several cherub or angel-like figures nestled among the branches and leaves. The print has an aged, antique appearance with some yellowing or discoloration of the paper background. The artistic style seems reminiscent of 16th century Gothic or early Renaissance printing and illustration techniques used for illuminated manuscripts or decorative initial capitals.

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

The image appears to be a woodcut or engraving depicting a scene with fantastical creatures and imagery. In the center, there is a circular frame containing an image of two birds or bird-like creatures. Surrounding this central frame is a dense, intricate pattern of leaves, vines, and other natural elements. The overall style of the image suggests an ornate, decorative aesthetic characteristic of early printed artwork.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a woodcut print of a large letter "S" surrounded by cherubs and foliage. The letter "S" is the central element of the image, with two cherubs on either side. The cherubs are depicted in a playful manner, with their arms and legs outstretched as if they are dancing or embracing the letter. The foliage surrounding the letter includes leaves, vines, and flowers, which are intricately detailed and add to the overall sense of movement and energy in the image. The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the woodcut print. The overall effect of the image is one of whimsy and playfulness, with the cherubs and foliage creating a sense of joy and celebration around the letter "S".

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

The image is a square, black-and-white woodcut print of the letter "S" surrounded by various figures and foliage. The letter "S" is large and prominent in the center of the image, with its curves and lines rendered in bold, expressive strokes. Surrounding the letter are several figures, including two cherubs or putti, who are depicted in a playful and dynamic pose. One of the cherubs is holding a bow and arrow, while the other appears to be playing a musical instrument. There are also several animals present, including a dog, a bird, and possibly a goat or sheep. In addition to the figures and animals, the image features a variety of foliage, including leaves, branches, and flowers. The background of the image is a solid color, which helps to create a sense of depth and contrast with the intricate details of the woodcut. Overall, the image appears to be a decorative piece, possibly used as an initial or illustration in a book or manuscript. The use of woodcut techniques and the level of detail suggest that it may have been created during the Renaissance period, although the exact date and artist are unknown.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a black-and-white drawing of the letter S. The letter is in the center of the image. Two angels are on either side of the letter. The angel on the left is holding a dog, while the angel on the right is holding a bird. The background of the image is a forest with plants and trees. The letter is surrounded by a black border.

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

The image depicts a monochrome woodcut illustration with a decorative border. The central focus is a stylized letter "S" formed by the intertwined bodies of two cherubs. One cherub is seated on the ground, holding a dog, while the other stands and appears to be interacting with the seated cherub. A bird is perched on the seated cherub's shoulder, adding to the whimsical nature of the scene. The background is filled with intricate foliage and vines, enhancing the decorative quality of the illustration. The overall composition is symmetrical, with the letter "S" serving as the focal point, surrounded by the playful figures of the cherubs and the bird.