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Human Generated Data

Title

The Councillor

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, M6408

Human Generated Data

Title

The Councillor

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, M6408

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-07

Art 97.7

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-07

art 99.2
people 98.4
religion 97.9
ancient 97.8
sculpture 96.9
man 96.2
painting 95.1
relief 92.6
old 91.8
architecture 91.4
adult 91.3
illustration 91.3
god 90.3
culture 89.2
engraving 87.1
antique 86.4
decoration 85.3
veil 83.8
Gothic 83.8
wall 82.9

Imagga
created on 2019-08-07

binding 39
old 37.7
ancient 37.2
art 33.6
vintage 32.3
antique 31
texture 29.9
paper 29.8
grunge 25.6
history 20.6
pattern 19.9
arabesque 19.3
aged 19
retro 18.9
wall 18.8
design 18.6
stucco 17.1
carving 17.1
frame 16.7
decoration 16.4
culture 16.3
religion 15.3
architecture 15.2
stone 15
structure 14.3
mosaic 13.7
temple 13.4
money 12.8
sculpture 12.7
border 12.7
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tile 12.5
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currency 11.7
east 11.2
stamp 11.2
letter 11
material 10.7
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rusty 10.5
blank 10.3
dollar 10.2
symbol 10.1
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travel 9.9
decor 9.7
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mail 9.6
drawing 9.6
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finance 9.3
bank 9
postage 8.9
surface 8.8
carved 8.8
representation 8.6
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damaged 8.6
decorative 8.4
covering 8.3
banking 8.3
backdrop 8.3
gold 8.2
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memorial 8.2
collection 8.1
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postmark 7.9
text 7.9
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transducer 7.6
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Google
created on 2019-08-07

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-07

drawing 99.4
sketch 99.2
text 97
illustration 90
cartoon 84.9
woodcut 72
book 68
engraving 67.8
picture frame 8.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Painting 62.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-07

streetview architecture 71.2%
paintings art 27.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-07

a close up of a book 56.5%
close up of a book 50.8%
a close up of a book cover 50.7%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a drawing of a man in a hat and a dog

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-08

The image is an intricate, black-and-white drawing featuring several figures dressed in medieval or Renaissance attire. One of the central figures appears to be engaged in a transaction or conversation, with a skeleton holding an hourglass kneeling in front of them. The background reveals a cityscape with architectural structures, including domed buildings and towers. Above the scene, a bat-like creature with outspread wings hovers, and a flock of birds can be seen flying. The overall composition suggests themes of mortality and the passage of time.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-08

This is an image of an old print or engraving, depicting a scene with several figures that appear to be from a historical or allegorical context. It shows a group of individuals wearing period clothing, which suggests a setting in the past, possibly in medieval or early Renaissance Europe. One character in the foreground holds a lantern and is portrayed as a skeleton, which could symbolically represent death or the transience of life; this is a common theme in art known as "memento mori." In the background, we see structures that resemble buildings from an older cityscape, with arches and circular towers, and in the upper part, there are flying birds indicating an outdoor setting. The framed border around the scene gives it the appearance of a coherent illustration or a plate from a book, signaling that this image might have been used in the context of storytelling or moral instruction.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a medieval woodcut or engraving showing a group of figures in long robes or cloaks gathered together. In the background, there are architectural elements including what appears to be a building with arches and a tower. There are also some birds flying in the sky. The artwork uses linear hatching techniques typical of woodcut illustrations from this period, creating texture and depth through parallel lines. The composition is framed by a simple border line. The style and subject matter suggest this might be an illustration from a religious or historical text, possibly from the 15th or 16th century.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-08

This appears to be a medieval woodcut illustration showing several figures in long robes and cloaks standing in what looks like a town setting, with architecture visible in the background including a tower. At their feet is a skeleton figure holding what appears to be an hourglass, suggesting this may be an allegory about death or mortality - a common theme in medieval art known as "memento mori" (remember death). The style is characteristic of medieval woodblock prints, with strong line work and cross-hatching. There's also what appears to be a dragon or winged creature in the upper portion of the image. The overall composition suggests this may be illustrating a moral or religious story, which was common in medieval artwork and literature.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-08

The image appears to be an old woodcut or engraving print depicting a biblical or religious scene. It shows several male figures dressed in robes, likely meant to represent religious figures or saints. They are gathered together, with one central figure holding a cross or staff. In the background, there are some architectural elements that resemble a temple or church.

The style of the artwork, with the dense parallel lines used for shading and texture, is typical of woodcut prints from the late medieval or early modern period, perhaps the 15th or 16th century based on the date notation in the upper right.

Overall, the scene portrays an important moment or interaction between the saintly figures, possibly related to a specific religious story or teaching, rendered in the distinctive graphic style of early printmaking. The aged paper and monochromatic ink further emphasize its antiquity as a historical artwork.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-08

The image appears to be an old woodcut or engraving depicting a scene from what seems to be a medieval or fantastical setting. It shows a group of figures dressed in long robes and cloaks, some holding objects like staffs or lanterns. In the background, there are several domed structures or buildings that resemble a city or town. The overall scene has a mystical, allegorical quality to it, without any identifiable individuals.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

The image depicts a scene from the book of Revelation, specifically the Plague of the First Horseman, also known as Pestilence. This is a woodcut illustration by Albrecht Dürer, created in 1498.

In the foreground, Death, personified as a skeletal figure, is shown riding a pale horse, symbolizing the spread of disease and death. He is surrounded by a group of people, some of whom are falling to the ground, while others are trying to flee or escape the plague.

The background of the image features a cityscape with buildings and a church, which serves as a stark contrast to the chaos and destruction caused by the plague. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of fear, despair, and mortality, highlighting the devastating impact of the plague on human society during the Middle Ages.

The image is a powerful representation of the fear and suffering that the plague brought to Europe during the 14th century, and it serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of disease and the importance of public health measures to prevent such outbreaks.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

This image is a woodcut print of a scene depicting Death, a skeleton, holding a man in his arms. The man is dressed in a long coat and hat, and appears to be struggling against Death's grasp.

In the background, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a church or cathedral. There are also some birds flying overhead, adding to the sense of movement and energy in the scene.

The overall mood of the image is one of mortality and the inevitability of death. The use of a skeleton as a representation of Death adds a sense of eeriness and foreboding to the scene, while the struggling figure in Death's arms conveys a sense of desperation and fear.

The image appears to be an illustration from a book, possibly a religious text or a collection of moral tales. The style of the woodcut is reminiscent of medieval art, with bold lines and simple shapes used to create a sense of depth and texture.

Overall, this image is a powerful and evocative representation of the universal human experience of mortality, and serves as a reminder of the importance of living life to the fullest.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-08

The image is a black-and-white drawing of four men and a skeleton. The men are standing in a row, with the man in the middle holding a lantern and looking at the skeleton. The skeleton is standing in front of the man, holding a scythe. The man on the left is looking at the man in the middle, and the man on the right is looking at the skeleton. Behind them are buildings and a tower.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-08

The image is a black-and-white illustration, possibly a woodcut or engraving, depicting a scene from the past. It shows a group of men in old-fashioned attire, possibly from the medieval era. The men are standing in a row, and one of them is holding a lantern. The man in the middle is holding a small object, possibly a book or a scroll, and is looking at the man on his left. The man on the right is holding a small object in his hand, possibly a coin.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

Overall: This is a woodcut print, likely from the Renaissance period, depicting a scene with allegorical and moralistic themes. It features several figures interacting in an outdoor setting, and the presence of a skeleton suggests the theme of mortality.

Key Elements:

  • Figures:
    • Group of men: Several men are the focal point. They appear to be dressed in clothing of the period, suggesting a social hierarchy or different roles. The men are likely representing different social classes.
    • Skeleton: A skeleton is crawling on the ground with a scythe, holding a lantern, implying it is related to the person who is dying.
  • Setting: There are buildings in the background, suggesting a town or city environment.
  • Other elements:
    • Creatures: There are some small creatures are in the air, perhaps angels or devils.

Themes and Possible Interpretation:

  • Mortality: The presence of the skeleton and the setting suggests a focus on death, the inevitability of dying and the fleeting nature of life.
  • Social Commentary: It might depict interactions between the classes and offer some commentary on the balance.

Style and Technique:

  • Woodcut: The print style reveals its woodcut origins, characterized by bold, dark lines and areas of white.
  • Detail: The artist has used fine lines and shading to add detail to the clothing and the setting.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black-and-white woodcut depicting four figures in a scene that appears to be allegorical or moralistic. The composition is vertically oriented, with a detailed background of buildings and sky.

In the foreground, there are four distinct figures. From left to right, there is a man dressed in ragged clothes, appearing impoverished and perhaps ill or old. He is kneeling. Next to him is a man in a fur-lined coat. He is holding what appears to be a small hourglass. To the right of this man is another figure. He is taller and older. Finally there is a small skeleton kneeling on the ground.

The background features several buildings including one that appears to be a tower. In the sky, there are several birds flying and a dragon-like creature.

The woodcut is contained within a black border, which suggests the edges of the original printing block. The overall impression is one of a medieval or Renaissance-era illustration with symbolic or didactic intent.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is a historical woodcut print that appears to depict a dramatic scene involving several figures. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Setting and Background:

    • The background shows architectural elements, including buildings with arched windows and a tower, suggesting a medieval or Renaissance setting.
    • There is a chaotic atmosphere, indicated by the presence of birds flying in the sky and what appears to be a flag or banner fluttering in the wind.
  2. Figures:

    • There are four main figures in the foreground:
      • Figure on the left: This person appears to be in a state of distress or despair, possibly kneeling or collapsing, with their hands covering their face.
      • Central figure: This person is dressed in a long robe and a hat, standing with a somewhat neutral or observant expression.
      • Figure on the right: This individual is also dressed in a long robe and a hat, holding an object (possibly a book or a scroll) and appears to be interacting with the central figure.
      • Figure in the bottom right: This person is in a crouching or kneeling position, with their hands clasped together, possibly in prayer or pleading.
  3. Interaction:

    • The central and right figures seem to be engaged in a conversation or exchange, with the central figure possibly receiving or examining the object held by the right figure.
    • The figure on the left seems to be separate from this interaction, possibly representing a different emotional or narrative element.
  4. Artistic Style:

    • The print is executed in a detailed, intricate style typical of woodcuts from the Renaissance period.
    • The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates depth and texture in the clothing and surroundings.

Overall, the image portrays a scene of interaction and emotion, set against a backdrop of historical architecture, suggesting a narrative that could be religious, moral, or allegorical in nature.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

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