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Human Generated Data

Title

Initial O

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Anonymous France (Lyons) 1599, French 16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1347

Human Generated Data

Title

Initial O

People

Artist: Anonymous France (Lyons) 1599, French 16th century

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1347

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-07

Text 64

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-07

retro 99.9
vintage 99.5
antique 99.2
art 98.8
old 98.8
ancient 97.3
illustration 96.2
symbol 95.8
print 94.5
collection 94.3
decoration 91.5
stamp 90.8
visuals 90.1
painting 87.5
design 85.9
sign 84.9
card 84.5
paper 83.2
imperial 83
post 83

Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

stamp 47.6
old 41.1
vintage 40.6
arabesque 30.9
grunge 27.3
mail 26.8
post 26.7
paper 26.7
postage 26.6
retro 26.2
tile 24.8
postmark 23.7
antique 23.5
postal 22.6
ancient 22.5
letter 22
texture 20.8
binding 20.4
collection 18.9
art 18.4
design 18.3
decoration 16.4
symbol 16.2
shield 16
die 15.9
stamps 15.8
aged 15.4
history 14.3
covering 14
philately 13.8
historic 13.8
finance 13.5
communication 13.4
used 13.4
tattoo 13.4
armor 12.9
culture 12.8
money 12.8
dirty 12.7
doormat 12.5
frame 12.5
international 12.4
black 12
shaping tool 12
grungy 11.4
protective covering 11
pattern 10.9
mark 10.6
parchment 10.6
obsolete 10.6
brown 10.3
mat 10.1
cash 10.1
global 10
canceled 9.9
philatelic 9.9
currency 9.9
religion 9.9
close 9.7
textured 9.6
weathered 9.5
wall 9.4
east 9.3
note 9.2
bank 9
collectible 8.9
world 8.9
printed 8.9
office 8.8
correspondence 8.8
delivery 8.8
business 8.5
print 8.5
document 8.4
envelope 8.3
detail 8
colors 7.9
wallet 7.9
text 7.9
chalkboard 7.8
send 7.8
book 7.8
travel 7.7
board 7.7
us 7.7
floor cover 7.7
card 7.7
set 7.6
rusty 7.6
bill 7.6
old fashioned 7.6
traditional 7.5
gold 7.4
ornate 7.3
tool 7.3
national 7.3
icon 7.1
financial 7.1
surface 7.1
country 7

Google
created on 2019-11-07

Art 73.1
Tree 68.7
Printmaking 66.7
Illustration 64
Circle 63.5
Rectangle 60.8
Plant 58.5

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-07

drawing 99.6
text 99
furniture 95.2
sketch 86.6
handwriting 76.6
rug 72.9
decorated 60
art 56.7
painting 30.1
painted 27.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

Human face
Human nose

AWS Rekognition

Rug 99.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-07

a painting of a rug 80.2%
a sign on a rug 80.1%
a painting of a blue rug 75.2%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a circular image of a bird.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a picture of a picture of a letter o

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts an old, intricately designed postage stamp. The stamp features a central oval shape with floral or ornamental elements inside and around it. The primary color is black ink on a beige or off-white background. The design appears to be relatively simple and vintage in style, with an emphasis on decorative motifs rather than detailed imagery. There are visible wear and imperfections indicative of age.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-04

This image depicts a decorative initial letter "D" with a highly stylized design, often seen in manuscripts or old printed texts. The letter is surrounded by intricate patterns and motifs that resemble foliage, which was a common design feature in medieval illuminated manuscripts and early printed books to embellish and mark the beginning of a new section or paragraph. The background appears to be aged paper with some staining, which suggests the item's historical nature. The printing method that resulted in this design was likely a woodcut or a similar technique, which allowed for the creation of intricate designs and easy reproduction in documents at the time.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a historical woodcut or print showing a decorative letter "O". The design is rendered in black ink on a light background, with a square frame around it. The letter features ornate floral or leaf-like decorative elements within and around it. The style appears to be from an old manuscript or book, possibly medieval or Renaissance in origin. The print has a rustic, hand-carved quality typical of early printing techniques, and the paper shows some aging or yellowing.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-04

This appears to be a medieval or Renaissance-era woodcut print showing a memento mori (reminder of death) image. The design features a human skull inside a circular border, rendered in black ink on a light background. The skull is depicted in a stark, stylized manner typical of woodcut illustrations from this period. The image is contained within a square frame with decorative elements in the corners. This type of imagery was common in medieval and early modern European art, often used to remind viewers of their mortality and the transient nature of life. The printing technique shows the characteristic bold, graphic quality of woodcut prints, with strong contrasts between the black ink and the paper.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-04

The image shows an old, worn stamp or seal. The design is a circular pattern framed within a square border. The circular motif has an ornate, swirling pattern that resembles leaves or vines curling around a central oval shape. The entire design is printed or stamped in black ink on an aged, yellowed paper or material that looks quite worn and weathered around the edges of the square frame. The intricate organic pattern has an antique quality, like it could be from an official seal or insignia used long ago to mark important documents or correspondence.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-04

The image appears to be a stamp or printing plate featuring an abstract, geometric design. The central element is a circular pattern with intricate, organic shapes that resemble a skeletal or anatomical structure. The background has a textured, aged appearance, suggesting this may be a historical or antique document. The overall aesthetic has a striking, bold visual impact with the contrast between the dark, carved shapes and the lighter background.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-17

The image presents a close-up view of an old, square stamp featuring a black design on a beige background. The stamp's design is centered and consists of a large, black "O" with a circular pattern inside it. The circular pattern is made up of lines that resemble the spokes of a wheel or the ribs of a shell. Surrounding the "O" is a border with a leafy pattern, which adds a touch of natural elegance to the overall design.

The stamp's edges are slightly worn and discolored, giving it a vintage appearance. The beige background of the stamp provides a subtle contrast to the black design, allowing the intricate details of the circular pattern and leafy border to stand out.

Overall, the image showcases a beautiful and unique piece of postal history, with its intricate design and aged appearance making it a fascinating subject for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-17

The image depicts a square piece of paper with a black design in the center. The design features a circular shape with a leafy pattern inside, surrounded by a border of leaves and vines. The paper has a rough texture and appears to be aged, with visible signs of wear and tear.

Key Features:

  • Square Shape: The paper is cut into a square shape, with each side being roughly equal in length.
  • Black Design: The design is printed or drawn in black ink, creating a striking contrast against the light-colored paper.
  • Circular Pattern: The circular pattern in the center of the design features a leafy motif, with curved lines and shapes that resemble leaves or flowers.
  • Border: The border surrounding the circular pattern is made up of leaves and vines, which are intricately designed and add to the overall aesthetic of the piece.
  • Aged Paper: The paper itself appears to be aged, with visible signs of wear and tear such as creases, tears, and discoloration.
  • Rough Texture: The paper has a rough texture, which adds to its aged appearance and gives it a tactile quality.

Overall, the image presents a unique and intriguing piece of art that combines natural motifs with a sense of age and history.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image is a square piece of paper with a black and white design. The design features a large "O" shape in the center, which is made up of a series of intricate patterns and shapes. The "O" is surrounded by a border of smaller, more detailed designs. The paper appears to be old and worn, with some areas showing signs of wear and tear.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image is a close-up of a decorative stamp or print. It features a square design with a black border and a beige center. The center contains an intricate design of a circular motif with a floral pattern inside. The floral pattern includes various shapes and lines, possibly representing leaves or petals. The overall design is symmetrical, with the circular motif placed centrally within the square frame. The edges of the square are adorned with additional decorative elements, possibly representing branches or vines. The image has a vintage or antique appearance, suggesting it may be a historical or collectible item.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white woodcut or linocut print of the letter "O." The letter is large and circular, with a white interior. Inside the "O" is a detailed floral or organic design, with what appears to be a central object, maybe a seed pod or a type of fruit, surrounded by leaves and branches.

The "O" is set within a square border that is heavily decorated with stylized floral or foliate motifs. The overall aesthetic is a vintage, possibly antique, style due to the woodcut appearance. The image appears to be printed on a light tan or cream-colored paper that has some age and slight imperfections, contributing to the old-world charm of the print.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a square, block-printed illustration. It features the letter "O" in a decorative style. The "O" itself is formed by a white space, with a black outline that's thick and textured. Inside the "O", there's a design of stylized foliage, including what looks like leaves, branches, and a roughly spherical object that has lines running across it. The background within the "O" is black, making the white foliage stand out.

The entire design is framed by a black square border, which also has some decorative elements, like abstract shapes that look like stylized leaves or flowers. The overall style gives it a somewhat medieval or woodcut appearance. The colors are stark: black and off-white, typical of block printing.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a stylized, ornate letter "Q" within a square frame. The letter "Q" is designed in a decorative, calligraphic style, with intricate patterns and flourishes. The letter is outlined in black and filled with various textures and designs, giving it an artistic and elaborate appearance. The square frame surrounding the letter also features decorative elements, including small, abstract shapes and lines, enhancing the overall ornate aesthetic of the design. The background of the image is a light beige or cream color, providing a contrast that makes the black elements stand out prominently. This type of design is often associated with historical or vintage typography and could be used in contexts such as book covers, posters, or other decorative print materials.

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