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Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark

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, M1083

Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark

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, M1083

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-05

Animal 95.5
Text 94.7
Art 91.4
Graphics 91.4
Pattern 90.9
Floral Design 90.9
Drawing 73.1
Doodle 73.1
Label 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-05

vintage 99.2
illustration 99
picture frame 98.8
retro 98.8
ornate 98.7
vector 98.5
decoration 98.4
victorian 97.4
antique 97.4
margin 96.7
imperial 95.7
art 95.7
card 95.6
invitation 95
floral 94.9
design 94.6
print 92.3
graphic 91.5
engraving 89.4
pattern 89

Imagga
created on 2019-11-05

arabesque 57.7
floral 56.3
design 48.2
retro 44.3
pattern 43.2
vintage 42.3
art 39.5
ornate 33.9
decoration 33.8
texture 33.4
flower 33.1
ornament 32.8
graphic 31.4
style 31.2
decor 31
wallpaper 29.9
swirl 29.6
antique 29.2
old 28.6
decorative 26.8
leaf 25.7
frame 25.1
element 24.9
scroll 24.8
card 24.4
grunge 23.9
fabric 23
silhouette 22.4
backdrop 22.3
paper 22
classic 20.5
elegance 20.2
drawing 20.1
paisley 20
border 19.9
royal 18.4
elegant 18
seamless 16.2
ornamental 16.2
plant 15.7
banner 15.7
gold 15.7
golden 15.5
invitation 15.5
curl 15.3
textile 15.2
heraldry 15.1
curve 14.9
shape 14.1
artistic 13.9
branch 13.7
cover 13
wedding 12.9
painting 12.8
traditional 12.5
tile 12.4
label 12.2
damask 12.2
elements 12.1
foliage 12
brown 11.8
certificate 11.8
handmade 11.7
old fashioned 11.4
material 10.8
silk 10.7
fashion 10.6
textured 10.5
celebration 10.4
greeting 10.2
template 10.1
filigree 9.9
modern 9.8
creative 9.7
revival 9.7
classical 9.6
menu 9.5
symbol 9.4
spring 9.4
emblem 9
engraving 8.9
flourish 8.8
flourishes 8.8
flowers 8.7
ancient 8.7
luxury 8.6
blank 8.6
line 8.6
organic 8.4
color 8.4
stamp 8.2
book 7.9
vignette 7.9
embroidery 7.8
black 7.8
stencil 7.8
beige 7.7
poster 7.6
bird 7.5
document 7.4
artwork 7.3
dirty 7.2
holiday 7.2
love 7.1

Google
created on 2019-11-05

Illustration 89.3
Drawing 72.5
Art 65.5
Printmaking 60.6
Doodle 57.9
Line art 57.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-05

text 99.5
book 99
drawing 98.6
sketch 96.2
bird 78.9
illustration 74.8

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-32
Gender Female, 51.9%
Disgusted 45%
Angry 45.1%
Fear 45%
Calm 54.8%
Confused 45%
Happy 45%
Sad 45%
Surprised 45%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Rug

Clarifai

Poster
Human face
Person
Animal
Human head

AWS Rekognition

Bird 95.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-05

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-05

a close up of a book 63.3%
close up of a book 58.9%
a close up of a book cover 58.8%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a drawing of a bird.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a drawing of a bird in a frame

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-01

The image depicts an ornate, detailed illustration featuring what appears to be a heraldic or emblematic design. It includes an eagle perched atop a nest, which is common in symbolism to represent power and authority. The intricate border around the design consists of elaborate scrolls, acanthus leaves, and other decorative elements typical of Renaissance or Baroque art.

At the bottom, there is a Latin inscription that reads "VENETIIS, MDLXXI," which translates to "Venice, 1571," indicating the possible origin and date of the artwork. Also, the inscription "F. Benedicti de Blazij" is likely a reference to the artist, engraver, or printer involved in creating this piece. The stylistic features suggest that this is an example of a print or engraving from the late 16th century.

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

The image depicts an ornate engraving featuring intricate, curling designs and two angels positioned symmetrically on either side near the top. At the center of the composition, there is a large eagle perched on a rocky outcrop, clutching a banner in its beak with the partially visible text "TEV OTENEI." Below the eagle, flames or clouds appear to rise from the rocky base. The artwork is enclosed within an elaborate, decorative frame. At the bottom, there is Latin text, "ENETIIS, M D LXXI," indicating the year 1571, and a handwritten name, "f. Benedicti de Blasis."

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is an ornate decorative illustration from what appears to be a book published in Venice (VENETIIS) in 1571 (MDLXXI). The image shows an elaborate baroque-style frame or cartouche with intricate scrollwork, cherubs with wings, and other decorative flourishes. Within the frame is what appears to be a lion or similar beast, rendered in a detailed engraving style typical of the Renaissance period. The overall design is highly ornamental with swirling patterns, architectural elements, and organic forms combined in a complex composition. This type of decorative element was common in high-quality printed books from this period, often appearing on title pages or as chapter headings.

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

This is an ornate decorative illustration or printer's mark from Venice (Enetiis) dated 1571. The design features an elaborate baroque-style cartouche frame with scrollwork, cherubs with wings at the top corners, and decorative flourishes. At the center of the composition is an image of what appears to be a raven or crow perched on top of a flaming or rocky mount. The frame is highly detailed with curling architectural elements and masks or grotesque faces incorporated into the design. The text at the bottom reads "ENETIIS, MDLXXI" (Venice, 1571), and there appears to be a handwritten notation below it. The entire image is rendered as a woodcut or engraving in black and white, showing the characteristic line work of prints from this period.

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

This image depicts an ornate emblem or coat of arms, likely from Venice in 1571 based on the text at the bottom that reads "ENETIIS, M D LXXI" (Venice, 1571).

The central element is a detailed eagle with its wings spread wide. The eagle is perched on what appears to be crashing waves or curling clouds. Surrounding the eagle is an intricate frame composed of scrolling vines, leaves, faces, and other decorative flourishes arranged in a rough oval shape.

The entire emblem has a very baroque, Renaissance style with the dense detailing and woodcut-like engraving technique. The symmetrical composition and combination of natural (eagle) and decorative elements is characteristic of heraldic designs and emblems from this time period in Europe. Overall, it's an impressive example of 16th century Italian printmaking and heraldic art.

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

The image appears to be an intricate and ornate engraved illustration featuring a central design with a bird-like creature surrounded by elaborate patterns, scrollwork, and angelic figures. The overall style suggests it may be from a historic or religious text, with the Latin text "ENETLIS, MDLXXI" visible at the bottom. The illustration displays a high level of artistic detail and craftsmanship characteristic of traditional engraving techniques.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image is a vintage illustration of an ornate design featuring an eagle, surrounded by various symbols and figures.

Main Elements:

  • Eagle: The central figure is an eagle with outstretched wings, facing to the right. It has a scroll in its beak with the words "VITA" and "VITAE" written on it.
  • Surrounding Symbols and Figures: The eagle is surrounded by several symbols and figures, including:
    • A lion's head at the bottom of the image.
    • A cherub holding a ribbon at the top of the image.
    • A cherub holding a scroll at the bottom of the image.
    • A wreath of leaves and flowers around the eagle.
    • A series of curved lines and shapes that resemble a frame or border.

Text:

  • "ENETIIS, MDLXXI": This text is written in large letters at the bottom of the image. It appears to be a date or title.
  • "F. Benedici de Blasys": This text is written in smaller letters at the bottom of the image. It appears to be the signature or initials of the artist or creator.

Overall:

The image is a detailed and intricate illustration that features a range of symbols and figures. The eagle is the central figure, and it is surrounded by a variety of elements that add to the overall design. The text at the bottom of the image provides additional context and information about the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image depicts a vintage-style illustration of an eagle surrounded by ornate designs and text. The eagle is positioned in the center, with its wings spread out to the sides. It appears to be standing on a pile of leaves or flowers.

Surrounding the eagle are intricate designs that resemble scrolls, leaves, and other organic shapes. These designs are arranged in a circular pattern around the eagle, creating a sense of movement and energy.

At the bottom of the image, there is a line of text that reads "ENETIIS, M D LXXI." This text is written in a formal, cursive font and appears to be a title or caption for the illustration.

Below the main text, there is a smaller line of text that reads "Benedicti de Blasis." This text is also written in a cursive font, but it is smaller and less prominent than the main text.

Overall, the image suggests a sense of elegance and sophistication, with its intricate designs and formal text. It may be intended to represent a coat of arms or other symbol of nobility or prestige.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a vintage black-and-white drawing of a decorative frame. The frame is intricately designed with various elements, including a central motif of a bird perched on a rock or cloud, surrounded by swirling designs and scrollwork. Above the bird, there are two smaller figures, possibly cherubs or angels, holding trumpets. The frame is adorned with floral patterns, scrolls, and other ornamental details. At the bottom of the frame, there is a signature and some text, possibly indicating the artist or the title of the work. The overall style suggests a baroque or rococo influence, characterized by its elaborate and ornate design.

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

The image is an antique woodcut print, likely from the 16th century. It depicts an intricate and ornate design in black and white. At the center of the image is an eagle perched on a rock, with wings spread wide. The eagle is a prominent feature, symbolizing strength and power.

Surrounding the eagle is a decorative border composed of swirling patterns, floral motifs, and faces. The border is intricately detailed, with various elements intertwined in a complex design. The top of the border features two winged figures, possibly angels, holding trumpets.

The print is signed "F. Benedici de Blasis" at the bottom, indicating the artist or engraver's name. The Latin text "ENETIS, M D LXXI" is also present, likely referring to the year 1571. The overall style and composition suggest that this print was created during the Renaissance period, a time known for its emphasis on classical art and intricate designs.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-20

This is an intricate black and white illustration on an off-white background. The central element is a large eagle, its wings partially spread, perched atop a craggy rock emerging from swirling water. A banner reading "Vita Quiritum Venetae" is draped around the rock, adding depth and a sense of movement to the scene.

The eagle and rock are framed by an ornate, asymmetrical border comprised of scrolls, geometric patterns, and grotesque masks. Two winged figures, possibly angels or cherubs, are seated at the top corners of the border, playing trumpets. The border elements seem to be crafted from a mix of organic and mechanical forms, with twisting foliage and architectural details.

Beneath the main image, centered horizontally, is the text "Venetiis, M D LXX XI." Below this, written in a cursive script, is "F. Benedicti de Blaijs." This suggests the location and year of creation, along with the artist's name.

The illustration is highly detailed, with cross-hatching and fine lines creating texture and shading. The overall style suggests a print from the 16th or 17th century, possibly a title page or emblem. The composition is formal and hierarchical, with the eagle as the clear focal point, framed by the elaborate border and grounded by the inscription.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-20

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a detailed, monochrome engraving or etching, likely from the Renaissance or early Baroque period. It has a decorative and symbolic quality, reminiscent of book illustrations, heraldry, or architectural ornamentation of the time.

Main Elements:

  • Central Motif: The primary focus is an eagle perched atop a rocky outcropping. Below the rock, the sea is depicted with detailed, wavy lines. The eagle has open wings, and appears to be facing towards the left.
  • Framing: The central scene is enclosed within an ornate oval or cartouche. The border is heavily decorated with elaborate scrollwork, acanthus leaves, cherubic figures (putti) blowing trumpets.
  • Inscriptions:
    • At the bottom, "ENETIIS, M D L XXI". This most likely signifies "In Venice" and the year, which would be 1521 in the Roman numeral system.
    • A line below, "f. Benedicti de Blasy's". This indicates the artist/maker was "Benedictus de Blasy."
  • Symbolism: The eagle is a powerful symbol, often associated with strength, nobility, and sometimes, in a Christian context, with the resurrection. The inclusion of water and the rocky outcropping could represent themes of struggle, triumph, or the world. The accompanying scroll and trumpets probably add to the symbolic nature, possibly a proclamation or invitation.

Style and Technique:

  • The engraving is executed with meticulous detail.
  • The style shows a clear use of hatching and cross-hatching to create tonal variations and depth.
  • The forms are stylized and classic, reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities of the period.

Overall, the image is a carefully crafted example of Renaissance or early Baroque art that combines symbolism, decorative elements, and technical skill.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is an intricate engraving that appears to be a printer's mark or emblem. The central feature is an eagle perched on a rocky outcrop, with its wings spread wide. The eagle is depicted in a detailed and realistic manner, emphasizing its powerful form.

Surrounding the eagle is an elaborate, ornate frame composed of various decorative elements. The frame includes scrolls, floral motifs, and mythical creatures. At the top of the frame, there are two winged figures, possibly angels or putti, holding up the decorative elements. The frame also features a grotesque face at the top center, adding to the fantastical and elaborate design.

At the bottom of the image, there is a Latin inscription that reads "ENETIIS, M D LXXI," which translates to "Venice, 1571." Below this, there is a signature that reads "F. Benedetti de Blasis F." This suggests that the engraving was created by Francesco Benedetti de Blasis.

Overall, the image combines elements of Renaissance art and typography, reflecting the artistic and cultural styles of the period.

Qwen

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Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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