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Human Generated Data

Title

On the Cusp of the 80s

Date

1981

People

Artist: Martha Rosler, American 1943 -

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Deknatel Purchase Fund and through the generosity of Robert D. Watson in memory of Mary Watson, M20515

Copyright

© Martha Rosler

Human Generated Data

Title

On the Cusp of the 80s

People

Artist: Martha Rosler, American 1943 -

Date

1981

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Deknatel Purchase Fund and through the generosity of Robert D. Watson in memory of Mary Watson, M20515

Copyright

© Martha Rosler

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-05-28

Brochure 82.1
Poster 82.1
Flyer 82.1
Paper 82.1
Advertisement 82.1
Text 78.7
Labyrinth 71.4
Maze 71.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-28

paper 98.9
desktop 98
dollar 97.3
finance 96
money 95.5
currency 95.4
business 95.4
achievement 94.6
savings 93.9
pattern 93.5
print 93.1
old 92
illustration 91.5
abstract 90.2
wealth 89.2
bank 88.9
symbol 88.7
luck 88.6
no person 88.2
picture frame 87.9

Imagga
created on 2019-05-28

design 28.7
tunnel 24.4
business 22.5
art 22
pattern 21.2
paper 19.6
decorative 18.4
passageway 18.1
money 17.9
digital 17
map 16.8
black 16.2
drawing 16.1
dollar 15.8
currency 15.3
finance 15.2
composition 15.1
backdrop 14.8
decoration 14.6
graphic 14.6
passage 14.5
bank 14.3
creative 14.1
wealth 13.5
shape 13.4
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element 13.2
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cash 12.8
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symbol 12.1
computer 12
representation 12
technology 11.9
color 11.1
grunge 11.1
facility 11
wallpaper 10.7
sketch 10.7
decor 10.6
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conceptual 10.6
creation 10.2
banking 10.1
data 10
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hundred 9.7
detail 9.7
way 9.6
collage 9.6
artistic 9.6
cloud 9.5
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artwork 9.2
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collection 9
retro 9
lines 9
backgrounds 8.9
financial 8.9
copy 8.8
definition 8.8
dollars 8.7
mosaic 8.7
exchange 8.6
space 8.5
print 8.5
atlas 8.4
number 8.4
structure 8.4
texture 8.3
motif 8.2
book 8.2
border 8.1
history 8
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antique 7.9
banknotes 7.8
brochure 7.8
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finances 7.7
advertising 7.7
pay 7.7
old 7.7
plan 7.6
vintage 7.4
close 7.4
dirty 7.2
colorful 7.2
idea 7.1
blank 7.1

Google
created on 2019-05-28

Line 75.5
Monochrome 70.2
Font 68.6
Parallel 60.7
Line art 53.8
Circle 51.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-28

text 97.7
drawing 84.2
sketch 81.9
design 71.8
illustration 66
art 65.6
black-and-white 54.6
pattern 52.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Flyer
Flyer 82.1%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-28

a close up of a book 62.5%
close up of a book 56.9%
a close up of text on a book 49.3%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-13

This image appears to be a collage or artwork consisting of various newspaper clippings and texts that are combined to create a visually striking piece. Dominating the center is a large, black and white concentric circle pattern that resembles a target or a hypnotic spiral. Around the edges, the newspaper articles feature a variety of headlines and blocks of text, some of which are redacted with words like "CONFIDENTIAL" and "SECRET" overlaying them, hinting at a theme of censorship or classified information. Different sections of text emphasize different themes; one area focuses on economic topics, while another section seems to touch upon a geopolitical or social context. Certain parts of the newspapers are more legible than others, with phrases like "ON THE CUSP OF THE 80's" and "Strengthen the Spirit" being prominently displayed. The phrase "martha rosler" suggests that this could be the artist responsible for the collage. The theme of the collage, while abstract, appears to reflect on concerns such as secrecy in government, political events, and perhaps reactions to specific historical events, as implied by the text "Hopefulness & Anxiety Characterize the Reaction Abroad to Reagan's Victory", referring to U.S. President Ronald Reagan. The inclusion of such a headline suggests that the work might be commenting on or inspired by the political and social climate of the time surrounding Reagan's election and contemporaneous global events. Overall, the piece is busy with visual and textual information, designed to draw the eye in multiple directions and potentially evoke introspection about the overlapping themes of politics, society, and media representation.

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

The image is a collage titled "On the Cusp of the 80's" by Martha Rosler. At the center of the collage is a large square composed of concentric black-and-white circles creating a visually dizzying, hypnotic pattern, drawing the viewer's eye towards the center. Surrounding this central pattern are various clippings from newspapers and other printed materials, arranged in a chaotic and overlapping manner. These clippings feature bold headlines and texts, such as "Hopefulness and Anxiety Characterize the Reaction Abroad to Reagan's Victory" and "Antitrust: Big Business Breathes Easier." The word "CONFIDENTIAL" is repeatedly stamped across the clippings, adding an element of secrecy or censorship. The text surrounding the concentric circles includes phrases like "PLAY IT LOUD" and "boost the music track!" indicating instructions related to an audio experience, possibly linking to the visual central piece. Some of the other visible texts mention reactions to significant political changes and events of the time, such as economic policies and international responses. The overall aesthetic of the collage combines elements of political commentary, visual art, and social critique, reflecting the turbulent and transformative nature of that period.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-13

The image appears to be a newspaper collage with a large spiral or concentric circle pattern taking up the center. The surrounding text discusses reactions and attitudes abroad to Reagan's victory in the 1980s presidential election, including references to "hopelessness and anxiety" as well as "confidential" information. The overall composition seems to be making some kind of commentary or statement, though the specific meaning or message is not entirely clear from just the visual content.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-13

This image appears to be the cover of a book or report titled "On the Cusp of the 80s" by Martha Rosler. The cover has a complex collage design featuring concentric circles and text snippets from various sources arranged around the circles, giving it a dense, information-overload aesthetic. The overall visual style seems inspired by 1980s postmodern graphic design trends with its layered, chaotic composition incorporating newspaper clippings, distressed textures, and strong black and white contrast. Without being able to read all the small text, the exact topic is unclear, but keywords like "anxiety", "hopelessness", "confidential", "secret" suggest the work may be commenting on sociopolitical issues and the public psyche at the dawn of the 1980s decade.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-13

This appears to be an album cover or artistic design titled "ON THE CUSP OF THE 80's" by Martha Rosler. The central image features a striking black and white concentric circular pattern that creates a hypnotic, spiral-like effect. The design is surrounded by what looks like newspaper clippings and headlines, including text about Reagan's victory and various "CONFIDENTIAL" and "SECRET" markings. The contrast between the geometric precision of the central spiral and the chaotic arrangement of text clippings creates an interesting visual juxtaposition. The overall composition seems to comment on the political and social climate at the beginning of the 1980s, with instructions visible saying "PLAY IT LOUD" suggesting this is likely a music-related piece.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white newspaper clipping with a prominent spiral design in the center, surrounded by various news articles and headlines. * The spiral design is a large, black-and-white spiral that takes up most of the center of the image. It has a series of concentric circles that get smaller as they move towards the center. * The news articles and headlines are arranged around the spiral design, with some of them overlapping or partially covering each other. The text is in a variety of fonts and sizes, and some of it is difficult to read due to the low quality of the image. * The background of the image is a light gray color, which helps to make the black-and-white text and design stand out. * Overall, the image appears to be a collage of different news articles and headlines, with the spiral design serving as a central focal point. The image may be intended to convey a sense of chaos or disorder, as the various news articles and headlines seem to be overlapping and competing for attention. The image is a visually striking and thought-provoking piece that invites the viewer to explore its many layers and meanings.

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

This image is a collage of newspaper clippings and other printed materials, featuring a prominent black-and-white spiral design at its center. The spiral is surrounded by various text elements, including headlines, articles, and advertisements, which are arranged in a seemingly random pattern. The spiral itself is composed of concentric circles that decrease in size as they approach the center, creating a sense of depth and visual interest. The text surrounding the spiral includes snippets of news articles, advertisements, and other printed materials, which appear to be from different sources and time periods. Some of the text elements are legible, while others are partially obscured or distorted, adding to the overall sense of chaos and disorder. The use of black and white ink creates a stark contrast between the different elements, making the image visually striking and thought-provoking. Overall, this image appears to be a commentary on the overwhelming amount of information that we are bombarded with in our daily lives, and the difficulty of making sense of it all. The spiral design at the center of the image may represent the vortex of information that we find ourselves in, with the surrounding text elements symbolizing the chaos and confusion that can result from trying to navigate this complex landscape.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-13

The image appears to be a collage or artwork featuring various elements. The central focus is a circular pattern or design, possibly representing a target or bullseye. Surrounding this central motif are different texts and phrases, including "ON THE CUSP OF THE 80s," "CONFIDENTIAL," "SECRET," "Hopefulness and Anxiety Characterize the Reaction Abroad to Reagan's Victory," and "A.F.L.C.I.O. OPPOSES WIDE FEDERAL CUTS." The collage also incorporates elements from newspapers or printed materials, with headlines and articles visible. The text "CONFIDENTIAL" and "SECRET" are prominently displayed, suggesting a theme of secrecy or classified information. The phrase "Hopefulness and Anxiety Characterize the Reaction Abroad to Reagan's Victory" implies a political context, possibly referring to the election of Ronald Reagan as President of the United States in 1980. The image appears to be a commentary or critique of the political climate and the reactions to Reagan's victory, with a focus on the contrasting emotions of hope and anxiety. The inclusion of circular patterns and the word "cusp" may symbolize a turning point or a critical moment in time. Overall, the collage combines visual elements, text, and references to create a thought-provoking and multi-layered artwork.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-13

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings with various text and images. The clippings are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some overlapping and others positioned side by side. The text includes headlines, articles, and advertisements, while the images depict people, buildings, and other objects. The overall effect is chaotic and disjointed, with no clear narrative or theme. The use of different fonts, colors, and sizes adds to the visual complexity of the image.

Text analysis

Amazon

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