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Human Generated Data

Title

Letter H

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Anonymous Switzerland (Zürich) 1599, Swiss 16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M7122

Human Generated Data

Title

Letter H

People

Artist: Anonymous Switzerland (Zürich) 1599, Swiss 16th century

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M7122

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-10-29

Rug 90.4
Art 72.5
Painting 60.6
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Clarifai
created on 2019-10-29

art 99.1
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illustration 98.1
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print 86.9
group 86.2
woodcut 85.2

Imagga
created on 2019-10-29

binding 57.1
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vintage 33.9
antique 31.8
art 30.9
fire screen 30.7
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wall 21.6
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paper 21.2
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carving 19.9
decoration 18.9
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sculpture 18.4
tile 18.2
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letter 14.7
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collection 9.9
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Google
created on 2019-10-29

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

text 99.9
book 99.6
drawing 98.2
sketch 96.3
woodcut 83.9
engraving 82.8
manuscript 80
cartoon 72.3
illustration 66.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 90.4%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-29

a close up of a book 63.6%
close up of a book 58%
a close up of a book cover 57.9%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-31

The image shows a decorative capital letter "H" from what appears to be a printed work, possibly from a book or manuscript. The letter is intricately designed, with the vertical strokes each containing an illustration within them. On the left stroke of the "H", there's an image of what seems like an angel or a cherubic figure with wings, blowing a wind instrument, possibly a horn. The angelic figure is surrounded by foliage or decorative scrollwork. The right stroke of the "H" contains a fantastical creature that resembles a dragon or a serpent, with flames coming from its mouth, which gives the impression that it's breathing fire. This creature is also within decorative scrollwork that mirrors the foliage on the opposite side. The overall style of the illustration suggests that it is likely from an older work of art, reminiscent of woodcut prints from previous centuries, such as from the Renaissance or earlier. The image itself exhibits a high level of detail and artistic craftsmanship typical of ornamental letters used to mark the beginning of a significant section or paragraph in historical texts.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-31

The image depicts a decorative letter "H" with an intricate design that includes an illustration within it. The illustration appears to be a classical or mythological scene featuring two characters. One character, possibly a warrior or a mythical figure, is standing and bending forward, perhaps restraining or assisting the second character, who is lying on the ground with flowing hair. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and foliage, suggesting an outdoor environment. The style of the artwork is reminiscent of woodcut illustrations commonly found in early printed books from the Renaissance or medieval periods.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-31

This appears to be a decorative woodcut or woodblock print of the letter "H" from what seems to be a medieval or Renaissance-era illustrated alphabet. The capital letter is adorned with detailed illustrations, showing what appears to be figures in period dress and foliage integrated into the letter's design. The style is characteristic of illuminated manuscripts and early printed books, with fine black line work against a white background. The illustration is framed within a square border, and the overall composition shows skilled craftsmanship typical of early printing techniques.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-31

The image depicts a decorative woodcut or illustration featuring the letter "H". The letter is formed by intricately detailed trees or foliage. The branches and leaves wind and curve to create the shape of the uppercase "H" in an ornate, almost medieval style. The illustration has a rough, woodcut-like texture and is printed in dark brown or black ink on an aged, off-white background, giving it an antique appearance.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-31

The image appears to be an old woodcut or linocut print. It depicts two scenes within a framed composition. The top scene shows a fantastical, mythical creature with a feline or leonine appearance. It has a ferocious, snarling expression and is surrounded by abstract, swirling patterns. The bottom scene shows a different fantastical creature, perhaps a winged beast or dragon, also with a fierce, aggressive demeanor. The overall style and technique suggest this is an early European or Renaissance-era artistic work, likely intended for some kind of decorative or narrative purpose.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a woodcut illustration of the letter "H" surrounded by foliage and figures. The letter "H" is prominently displayed in the center of the image, with its top and bottom halves separated by a horizontal line. The top half features a figure sitting on a tree stump, while the bottom half shows a lion-like creature with a long mane and tail. The letter "H" is surrounded by a border of foliage, including trees and leaves, which adds a natural and organic feel to the image. The overall design of the image suggests that it may be part of a larger work, such as a book or manuscript, and could be used as an initial letter or decorative element. The use of woodcutting as the medium for this image suggests that it was created in the 15th or 16th century, during the Renaissance period. Woodcutting was a popular technique for creating illustrations during this time, and many famous artists of the period, such as Albrecht Dürer, used this method to create intricate and detailed designs. Overall, the image is a beautiful example of Renaissance-era art and design, and its use of natural imagery and foliage adds a sense of elegance and sophistication to the overall composition.

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

The image depicts a square, black-and-white illustration of the letter "H" with two scenes within it. The top scene shows a man sitting on the ground, wearing a hat and holding a staff in his right hand. He is surrounded by trees and foliage. In the bottom scene, a man with long hair and a beard is depicted, possibly representing a biblical figure such as Moses or Samson. He is also surrounded by trees and foliage. The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the illustration. Overall, the image appears to be an antique or vintage illustration, possibly from a book or manuscript.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-31

The image is a black-and-white illustration that resembles an old-fashioned woodcut print. It features a large letter "H" with intricate designs. The upper part of the "H" contains a figure of a man with a wild, untamed appearance, possibly a satyr or a wild man, who is holding a bow and arrow. The lower part of the "H" features a creature with a lion's head and a human body, possibly a centaur, holding a bow and arrow as well. The background includes trees and foliage, giving it a rustic and natural feel. The entire composition is framed by a border that matches the style of the illustration, enhancing the vintage aesthetic.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-31

The image is a black-and-white woodcut illustration featuring the letter "H" prominently in the center. The letter "H" is composed of two vertical lines with a horizontal line connecting them at the top. The illustration is intricately detailed, with various elements integrated into the design of the letter. At the top of the letter "H," there is a figure of a man with a wild appearance, possibly a demon or a mythical creature. He has a long beard and wild hair, and he is depicted with a menacing expression. His arms are stretched out, and he appears to be reaching towards the top of the letter. In the middle section of the letter "H," there is a depiction of a creature with a lion's body and a human head. This creature is often associated with mythological beings such as griffins or chimeras. It has a fierce expression and is positioned in a way that adds to the overall dramatic effect of the illustration. At the bottom of the letter "H," there is another figure of a man with a wild appearance, similar to the one at the top. He is also reaching out with his arms, and his expression is intense. The background of the illustration is filled with trees and foliage, creating a natural setting for the fantastical creatures and figures. The overall composition of the image is dynamic and engaging, with the elements of the letter "H" seamlessly integrated into the design.