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Human Generated Data

Title

The Night-Blowing Cereus

Date

1800

People

Artist: Robert Dunkarton, British 1744 - before 1817

Artist after: Philip Reinagle, British 1749-1833

Artist after: Abraham Pether, British 1756-1812

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Philip Hofer, M23297

Human Generated Data

Title

The Night-Blowing Cereus

People

Artist: Robert Dunkarton, British 1744 - before 1817

Artist after: Philip Reinagle, British 1749-1833

Artist after: Abraham Pether, British 1756-1812

Date

1800

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Philip Hofer, M23297

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-24

Plant 99.1
Flower 94.6
Blossom 94.6
Daisy 89.2
Daisies 89.2
Anemone 75.6
Petal 74.5
Anther 70.4
Sunflower 69
Art 66.6
Flower Bouquet 62.1
Flower Arrangement 62.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-27

painting 98.9
nature 98.3
desktop 96.1
art 95.7
beautiful 95.3
no person 95.3
flora 94.8
flower 94.6
summer 94.3
color 91.8
picture frame 91.6
illustration 88.7
one 88.6
symbol 88.1
tropical 87.8
exotic 87.8
blooming 87.6
water 87.6
retro 87.5
postcard 87.1

Imagga
created on 2022-01-24

sunflower 100
flower 69
yellow 58.4
field 50.2
plant 50.1
summer 47
sunflowers 41.4
agriculture 39.5
garden 39.4
sun 38.7
petal 38.5
blossom 37.6
floral 34.1
sky 33.8
flora 33.2
bright 32.2
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rural 30
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sunny 28.4
farm 25.9
blooming 25.9
petals 24.8
growth 24.6
seed 22.5
pollen 21.5
botany 21.5
natural 20.1
color 20
flowers 20
spring 19.6
close 19.4
colorful 19.4
vibrant 19.3
plants 18.6
closeup 18.2
sunlight 17.8
seeds 17.4
head 16
country 15.8
landscape 15.6
stem 14.9
oil 14.9
countryside 14.6
orange 14.6
meadow 14.4
crop 14.1
farming 13.3
botanical 13.3
season 13.3
vivid 13
vascular plant 13
life 12.5
single 12.3
clear 12.2
day 11.8
daisy 11.6
herb 11.4
backgrounds 11.4
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environment 10.7
circle 10.3
outside 10.3
organic 10.1
happy 10
florist 9.8
vase 9.7
bouquet 9.5
scene 9.5
round 9.5
clouds 9.3
gold 9.1
fresh 8.5
details 8.5
decoration 8.4
grow 8.4
pretty 8.4
container 8.3
earth 8.2
outdoors 8.2
colors 7.9
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leaves 7.9
cultivated 7.8
summertime 7.7
gardening 7.6
idyllic 7.5
harvest 7.5
pattern 7.5
foliage 7.4

Google
created on 2022-01-24

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-24

painting 99.6
text 99.4
art 98.5
flower 90.1
drawing 85.4
illustration 76.2
child art 72
sketch 62.5
picture frame 51.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

Flower
Picture frame

AWS Rekognition

Painting 66.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-24

macro flowers 96.8%
pets animals 1.8%
paintings art 1.3%

Captions

Clarifai

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

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of a cactus plant with a flower in the middle of it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-23

This is an image of an artistic print depicting the night-blooming cereus, a type of flowering cactus that blooms at night. The artwork captures the contrast between the dark, nocturnal background and the vibrant, illuminated flower in the foreground.

In the print, you see the large, radiant white flower with its wide-open petals and prominent yellow stamen taking center stage. Behind the flower, the backdrop consists of a gothic-looking structure amidst a dark, perhaps moonlit garden setting with foliage and trees. There is natural scenery with the presence of a body of water reflecting what appears to be moonlight, enhancing the mystical and serene night atmosphere of the scene.

At the bottom of the image, there's written text which reads, "The Night Blooming Cereus", suggesting the subject of the art piece. Below the title, it says "Drawn by Mary Eaton from a Specimen in the Collection ofMr. Griffin, at South-Lambeth," indicating the artist and the source of inspiration for the artwork. It is also signed as "Sydenham Edwards del," short for delineavit, meaning "drew it," and "F. Sansom sculp," short for sculptor, which in this context means the person who engraved or etched the design for printing. The title and these inscriptions provide context and credits for the creation of the print.

The paper itself shows signs of aging, with some discoloration and wear around the edges.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-23

The image is an illustration titled "The Night Blowing Cereus." It showcases a night-blooming flower, typically known as the Queen of the Night or Night-blooming cereus (a type of cactus flower). The flower is large and detailed with white petals and a prominent yellow center tinged with green, radiating with spiky, lanceolate extensions.

In the background, there is an atmospheric, dark landscape depicting a nighttime scene. A gothic-style structure, possibly a church or old building with a clock and arched windows, is partially hidden among dense, shadowy trees. The moon is visible in the sky, adding to the nocturnal ambiance, and its light is reflected in a body of water at the bottom of the image. An impressively large cactus stem, to which the flower is attached, snakes diagonally across the image, emphasizing the flower's connection to its natural environment.

The illustration is meticulously detailed, capturing both the botanical aspects of the flower and the mysterious, almost ethereal quality of the night scene. The title and some text are inscribed at the bottom of the image, indicating its name and possibly the artist and publisher.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a large, vibrant yellow flower in the foreground, surrounded by greenery and set against a nighttime landscape. The flower appears to be a type of cactus or succulent, with long, pointed petals radiating outward from a central yellow core. In the background, there is an old castle or tower structure silhouetted against the night sky, which is illuminated by a crescent moon and stars. The overall scene has a fantastical, dreamlike quality.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-23

This is a beautiful botanical illustration titled "The Night Blowing Cereus," which appears to be a historical print or engraving. The image shows a dramatic night-blooming cactus flower (Selenicereus grandiflorus) in full bloom. The flower is large and spectacular, with white outer petals and a golden yellow center, surrounded by radiating golden-brown spines or petals that create a star-like effect.

The background depicts a nighttime scene with a gothic church or building visible in the distance, complete with a clock face on its tower. The moon is visible in the dark sky, and there's a segment of the cactus's green stem visible to the side of the flower. The overall composition has a romantic, mysterious quality typical of period botanical illustrations, with the luminous flower contrasting dramatically against the dark background.

The piece appears to be a high-quality artistic reproduction, possibly an aquatint or mezzotint, which were popular techniques for botanical illustrations in the 18th and 19th centuries. The detail in the flower's structure and the atmospheric quality of the night scene demonstrate considerable artistic skill.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a historical botanical illustration titled "The Night Blowing Cereus," showing a dramatic night-blooming cactus flower. The image features a large, spectacular flower with white petals and a bright yellow center, surrounded by radiating golden-brown spines or petals. The flower is set against a dark, moody background depicting a nighttime scene with what appears to be a castle or building silhouetted in the distance, and some moonlight visible through clouds. The composition has a theatrical quality typical of botanical art from the 18th or 19th century. The flower itself, Cereus (now known as various species of night-blooming cacti), is famous for its ephemeral blooms that only open at night. The print appears to be aged, with characteristic weathering around the edges of the paper.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a vintage illustration of a large flower with a yellow center and long, thin, yellow petals radiating from it. The flower is set against a dark background, with a body of water in the foreground and a building in the background. The illustration is surrounded by a beige border, with the title "The Night-Blowing Cereus" written in cursive at the bottom.

  • The flower is the central focus of the image, with its bright yellow center and long, thin petals creating a striking contrast against the dark background.
  • The body of water in the foreground adds a sense of depth and dimension to the image, while the building in the background provides a sense of context and setting.
  • The beige border surrounding the illustration adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design.
  • The title "The Night-Blowing Cereus" is written in cursive at the bottom of the image, adding a sense of whimsy and romance to the overall effect.

Overall, the image is a beautiful and intricate illustration that showcases the artist's skill and attention to detail. The use of color and composition creates a sense of drama and tension, drawing the viewer's eye to the central flower.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

This image depicts a vintage illustration of a flower, specifically the Night-Blooming Cereus, set against a serene nighttime backdrop. The flower is prominently displayed in the center of the image, showcasing its striking yellow and white petals with a green center. The illustration is rendered in muted colors, with shades of blue and gray dominating the scene.

In the background, a church steeple rises on the left side, while a full moon shines brightly on the right. The overall atmosphere of the image exudes tranquility and peacefulness, evoking a sense of calm and serenity. The illustration appears to be an antique print, with visible signs of aging and wear around the edges. The title "The Night-Blooming Cereus" is inscribed at the bottom of the image, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image depicts a vintage botanical illustration of a night-blooming cereus flower. The flower is prominently displayed in the center of the image, with its large, white petals and yellow center. The flower is surrounded by a green, star-shaped border, and there is a small owl perched on a branch in the upper right corner of the image. The background of the image is a dark, shadowy forest with a castle in the distance. The image has a vintage, antique feel to it.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image appears to be a painting with a flower in the center. The flower is a night-blooming cereus, which is a cactus plant that blooms at night. The flower has a yellow center and a white outer layer. The painting also includes a green circle around the flower, which could represent the sun or the moon. In the background, there is a castle, a tree, and a body of water.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-19

Here is a description of the image:

The image is an antique botanical illustration titled "The Night-Blowing Cereus". The main subject is a large flower with long, golden, spiky petals and a white center tinged with yellow and green. The flower appears to be in full bloom, dominating the foreground.

The background is a dark, moody landscape scene. To the left, there's a building with a clock tower showing the time "eleven o'clock" at the top of the hour. Dark foliage of trees fills the space around the building. There is also a body of water at the base of the building.

The moon and the branches of the tree are visible in the top right corner. The tree branch has a light green vine wrapped around it.

The overall impression is romantic and gothic, emphasizing the rare and ephemeral beauty of the night-blooming flower. The illustration is likely from a botanical book or print series, celebrating the wonders of nature.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-19

Here is a description of the image:

This is a detailed and beautifully rendered botanical illustration. It depicts a large, night-blooming cereus flower in full bloom, the focal point of the image.

Here's a breakdown:

  • The Flower: The cereus flower is the central subject. It's rendered with exquisite detail, with a white, layered inner bloom around a central yellow core with a green center. The petals extend outwards, transitioning from white to a golden-yellow color and are spiky.
  • Background: The background is a nighttime scene, suggesting the flower only blooms at night. In the distance, a building (perhaps a church) is visible, with a clock showing the time. The landscape includes a body of water and lush vegetation that contributes to the dark atmosphere. A full moon is visible in the upper right corner.
  • Compositional Elements: A large, ribbon-like structure appears to be a piece of the plant, and is decorated with evenly spaced white stars. The overall composition is framed by a darker, shadowy background, highlighting the vibrant flower and moon.
  • Details: The image's title "The Night-Blowing Cereus" is below the image, written in a decorative script. The lower-left reads "The Flower by a Stranger, Moon-light by Rickets". The bottom text contains the details of the printing/illustrator. The image has an aged look with yellowing and some wear around the edges.

In essence, this is a sophisticated and artistic representation of a botanical specimen, probably rendered as an engraving. It highlights the beauty and mystery of a night-blooming flower within a serene, moonlit scene.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is an illustration titled "The Night Blowing Cereus," which depicts a night-blooming cereus flower in full bloom. The flower is large and white with a vibrant yellow center, surrounded by elongated, pointed petals. The background is dark, suggesting a nighttime setting, with a faint moon visible in the sky. There is a silhouette of a building, possibly a church or a castle, in the background, adding to the nocturnal atmosphere. The illustration is detailed and appears to be a botanical print, likely created for scientific or artistic purposes. The text at the bottom indicates that the flower was "drawn by Miss D. Beaufort, from nature, and lighted by lamps." The illustration is credited to Robert Thornton, known for his botanical works.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-26

This image is a botanical illustration of a flower titled "The Night-Blooming Cereus." The flower, which is the central focus of the illustration, is depicted in a striking and detailed manner. Its petals are white with a vivid yellow center, surrounded by elongated, spiny leaves that radiate outward, giving it an almost starburst effect.

The background of the illustration is dark and moody, suggesting a nighttime setting. There is a full moon visible in the sky, along with some silhouettes of trees and a structure that resembles a church or tower with a clock. The overall composition gives an impression of a mystical or magical atmosphere, emphasizing the flower's beauty and the nocturnal setting. The spines of the plant are adorned with small, star-like dots, which adds to the unique and enchanting appearance of the illustration.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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