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Human Generated Data

Title

Letter E

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger, German 1497/98 - 1543

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M7217

Human Generated Data

Title

Letter E

People

Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger, German 1497/98 - 1543

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M7217

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-07

Rug 98.1
Art 91.4
Drawing 83.1
Text 71.4
Painting 67.2
Doodle 58.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-07

vintage 99.2
retro 99.1
old 98.8
art 98.7
antique 98.4
collection 98
print 97.8
illustration 97.7
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decoration 94.7
engraving 93.5
symbol 92.4
picture frame 91.2
letter 91.1
desktop 89
post 88.2
stamp 87.6
painting 86.9
pattern 86.4

Imagga
created on 2019-08-07

binding 51.1
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ancient 35.5
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art 30.9
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Google
created on 2019-08-07

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-07

drawing 98.8
text 97.5
sketch 96.3
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illustration 62.9
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 98.1%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.8%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-09

The image is of a decorative initial letter "E" from an old book or manuscript, designed in a woodcut or engraving style. The letter itself is bold and blocky, with a thick outline and a shaded interior that gives a sense of depth. Within the boundaries of the letter are intricate figurative scenes. Inside the upper and lower sections of the "E," there are two individuals who appear to be engaged in the process of writing or drawing. The person in the upper section is leaning forward with one arm extended, possibly holding a quill or other instrument, suggesting the act of writing. The person in the lower section of the "E" has a similar pose, reinforcing the theme of literary or scholarly work. These types of detailed initial letters were commonly used in historic texts to mark the beginning of a new section or chapter, combining ornamental art with functionality. They reflect the craftsmanship of artisans who created books when each element was carefully illustrated and often bespoke for the particular text.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-09

The image is a decorative initial "E" from an old manuscript or printed book. The letter is ornately designed, containing detailed illustrations within its borders. The upper part of the "E" houses a depiction of a woman dressed in period clothing. The lower part features intricate designs, possibly depicting elements of nature or ornamental patterns, though these are less distinct. To the right of the woman's head is another small figure that appears to be a caricatured face wearing a hat. The letter itself is stylized, appearing in a blocky, serif typeface common in historical texts. The entire initial is enclosed within a square border.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-09

This is a historical woodcut or engraving showing the letter "E" decorated with figures in what appears to be a medieval or Renaissance style. The letter is surrounded by a square border and incorporates small human figures within and around its design. The artwork uses black lines on a white background and shows people in period dress integrated into the letterform. This type of decorative initial letter, also known as an illuminated capital, was common in historical manuscripts and early printed books. The style of the engraving suggests it's likely from the 15th or 16th century.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-09

The image shows a decorative letter "F" printed in brown ink on a light background, likely paper or parchment. The letter is highly ornate, with intricate floral and foliate designs filling the body and surrounding space of the letter. The style resembles woodcut printing or engraving typical of 15th-16th century typography and book design. The elaborate embellishments create an interlacing, almost maze-like pattern within the block letter form. This appears to be a stand-alone decorative initial or drop cap, possibly scanned or reproduced from an antique printed book.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-09

The image appears to be an old woodblock print or engraving depicting a scene with two figures. The figures have a somewhat stylized, angular appearance, characteristic of early printmaking techniques. They are set against a background of parallel lines and geometric shapes, creating a sense of depth and texture. The overall style and composition suggest this is an artistic or decorative work from an earlier historical period, though I cannot identify the specific individuals or provide any more details about them without making assumptions.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image presents a detailed woodcut print of the letter "E" from the alphabet, showcasing a scene with people and animals. * The letter "E" is prominently displayed in the center of the image. + The letter is rendered in a bold, black font. + It is surrounded by a decorative border, which adds to its visual appeal. * The scene within the letter "E" depicts a group of people and animals. + There are at least four individuals in the scene, each with distinct facial features and clothing. + The animals appear to be dogs, possibly hunting or herding. * The overall design of the image suggests a connection to medieval or Renaissance art. + The use of woodcut printing and the intricate details in the scene are reminiscent of art from this period. + The style of the clothing and the facial features of the people also evoke a sense of historical accuracy. In summary, the image is a beautifully crafted woodcut print of the letter "E", featuring a captivating scene with people and animals. The level of detail and the style of the art suggest a connection to medieval or Renaissance art.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

This image is a close-up of an old-fashioned, woodcut-style letter "E" with a decorative border. The letter "E" is large and takes up most of the image, with a thick black outline and a white interior. The border around the letter is also black and features a repeating pattern of lines and shapes. Inside the letter "E", there are several small figures depicted in various poses. Some of these figures appear to be engaged in activities such as reading or writing, while others seem to be simply standing or sitting. The figures are all rendered in a simple, stylized manner, with minimal detail or shading. The overall effect of the image is one of antiquity and elegance, suggesting that it may have been created for use in a book or other printed material from an earlier era. The use of a decorative border and intricate details within the letter "E" adds to the sense of luxury and sophistication, making the image feel like a rare and valuable artifact.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image is a black-and-white illustration of the letter "E." The letter is designed in an ornate, decorative style, with intricate patterns and details. The letter "E" is composed of several smaller figures and elements, each contributing to the overall design. The top of the letter features two figures, one on each side, with their arms raised and holding what appears to be a musical instrument. The middle section of the letter is adorned with a detailed pattern, possibly representing a musical score or sheet music. The bottom of the letter is supported by two additional figures, one on each side, who are holding a scroll or a piece of paper. The overall design of the letter "E" is highly decorative and intricate, with a focus on musical themes and elements.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-09

The image depicts a monochromatic woodcut print featuring a large capital letter "E" intricately designed with various figures and elements. The letter "E" is composed of several smaller sections, each containing different scenes. At the top of the letter, there is a scene with two figures, one of which appears to be a man wearing a hat, while the other is a woman holding a child. Below this, there is a scene with a man holding a sword and another man in armor. The middle section of the letter "E" contains a depiction of a man and a woman, possibly engaged in a conversation or interaction. The lower section of the letter features a man wearing a hat and a woman holding a child, similar to the top scene. The overall design is detailed and symmetrical, with each section contributing to the overall composition of the letter "E."

Text analysis

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