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Human Generated Data

Title

Letters

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Carlo Nolli, Italian active 1750 - 1770

Artist after: Luigi Vanvitelli, Italian 1700 - 1773

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M8004

Human Generated Data

Title

Letters

People

Artist: Carlo Nolli, Italian active 1750 - 1770

Artist after: Luigi Vanvitelli, Italian 1700 - 1773

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, M8004

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Art 82.7
Human 76.4
Person 76.4
Text 73.8
Animal 71.3
Bird 71.3
Person 68.5
Archaeology 64.8
Money 56.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

print 99.9
illustration 99.9
art 99.3
engraving 99.2
old 99.2
vintage 98.7
paper 98.1
retro 97.5
antique 97.3
picture frame 96.1
desktop 95.3
collection 95.2
symbol 93.3
card 92.3
painting 91.8
text 91.5
people 91.1
ancient 91
image 91
letter 90.6

Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

tile 54.8
mosaic 39.1
paper 31.3
old 30.6
currency 28.7
vintage 27.3
money 26.4
bill 24.7
art 23.5
cash 22.9
finance 22
bank 21.5
dollar 21.3
retro 21.3
ancient 20.7
transducer 19
banking 18.4
close 17.7
business 17.6
device 16.3
texture 16
note 15.6
letter 15.6
aged 15.4
grunge 15.3
exchange 15.3
financial 15.1
detail 14.5
wealth 14.4
electrical device 14.2
antique 14.1
frame 13.6
stamp 13.5
one 13.4
savings 13
banknote 12.6
dollars 12.5
mail 12.4
postmark 11.8
pattern 11.6
metal 11.3
card 11
brown 11
decoration 10.8
symbol 10.8
post 10.5
creation 10.3
collection 9.9
postage 9.8
design 9.6
blank 9.4
culture 9.4
gold 9
printed 8.8
postal 8.8
object 8.8
hundred 8.7
envelope 8.4
page 8.3
investment 8.2
container 8.2
philately 7.9
fastener 7.8
case 7.7
golden 7.7
us 7.7
payment 7.7
pay 7.7
buy 7.5
rich 7.4
greeting 7.4
style 7.4
backdrop 7.4
economy 7.4
closeup 7.4
cover 7.4
wallet 7.4
border 7.2
covering 7.2
material 7.1
concepts 7.1
travel 7
architecture 7

Google
created on 2019-11-06

Picture frame 81.6
Art 81.3
Painting 75.3
Printmaking 69.2
Illustration 69.1
Font 68.6
Visual arts 66.9
Modern art 61.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.9
drawing 96.9
book 92.1
sketch 89.6
illustration 84.7
cartoon 84.7
poster 51.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-40
Gender Female, 52.8%
Calm 51.7%
Surprised 45.1%
Disgusted 45%
Sad 47.1%
Happy 45%
Angry 45.9%
Confused 45%
Fear 45.2%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Bird
Person 76.4%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

a close up of a book 40.3%
close up of a book 35.3%
a close up of a book cover 35.2%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts an old illustration or engraving characterized by a large, central capital letter "S". Surrounding the letter, there is a scene with figures engaging in what appears to be a ritual or ceremonial activity. On the left side of the "S", there are two figures wearing robes and crowns of laurel leaves, holding items that seem to be sticks or rods, suggesting they might be priests or participants in a ritual. There is an altar in front of them, from which smoke is billowing. On the right side, a few other figures are present, including one who seems to be kneeling and another who is standing beside a donkey. The setting seems to be an outdoor courtyard or area framed by an architectural structure with columns. The illustration uses intricate line work typical of traditional engravings to create shading and depth.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-02

This image features a large, ornate letter "S" as its central element, which appears stylistically similar to initial letters used in old texts to start chapters or paragraphs. Within and around the "S", there are several depicted scenes: 1. To the upper left of the "S", there are puffs of smoke or clouds that seem to billow out from the top curve of the letter. 2. Within the curves of the "S", on the left side, there’s a figure of a man raising his arms as if in alarm or excitement. He appears to be shouting or gesturing towards the sky. 3. On the right side of the letter, within the second curve, there are two seated individuals who are focusing on something in their hands. They could be reading or engaged in some detailed activity. 4. Behind the letter "S", the image portrays an architectural backdrop, suggesting an outdoor public space or square, perhaps in front of a large classical building with pillars and fencing. The style of the etching is reminiscent of engravings used to illustrate books or periodicals in the 17th or 18th centuries. The image has a vintage, historical quality to it.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a historical engraving or woodcut print featuring a large decorative letter "S" as the central focus. The letter is rendered in a bold, white style against a darker background. Around the letter are several figures in period dress, and there appears to be some architectural elements like arches or columns in the background. The upper portion of the image shows billowing smoke or clouds rendered in fine crosshatched lines. This style of illustration was common in old manuscripts and books where decorative capital letters (known as drop caps or illuminated letters) would begin chapters or sections.

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

The image depicts a highly detailed engraving or etching from an earlier time period, likely the 18th or 19th century based on the style. The central focus is a very large, curled letter "S" that takes up most of the frame. Several figures in period clothing are shown around and interacting with this oversized letter - there appear to be two or three men gesturing towards or touching the "S". The entire scene has an air of allegorical symbolism or visual metaphor, though the exact meaning is unclear without more context about the artwork's origin and intent. The intricate linework and cross-hatching showcase the skill of the engraver in creating depth, shadow and texture solely through dense parallel lines carved into the printing plate.

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

The image appears to be an engraved illustration featuring a large letter "S" in the center. Inside the letter, there is a domed or circular structure, possibly representing a building or architectural feature. Around the central letter and structure, there are several figures depicted in what seems to be a dreamlike or allegorical scene. The figures are rendered in a detailed, sketch-like style, suggesting an artistic or symbolic interpretation of the image. The overall composition and use of contrasting textures and line work create a visually striking and thought-provoking illustration.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image is a black-and-white illustration of the letter "S" surrounded by people in a building, likely from an old book or document. * The letter "S" is large and white, with a thick border around it. + It is positioned in the center of the image. + The letter is stylized, with curved lines and flourishes. * The people are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, including hats and cloaks. + They are standing in front of a building with columns and arches. + Some of them are holding objects, such as books or scrolls. * The background of the image is a light gray color, with a subtle texture that resembles aged paper. + There are also some faint lines and patterns visible in the background, which may be part of the original illustration. Overall, the image appears to be a decorative illustration from an old book or document, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. The use of the letter "S" as a central element suggests that it may be part of a title page or heading, while the people and building in the background add context and interest to the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-14

The image depicts a black-and-white illustration of the letter "S" in a large, stylized font, set against a backdrop of a building with people gathered around it. The letter "S" is prominently displayed in the center of the image, with its curved lines and bold strokes creating a sense of movement and energy. In the background, a building with a flat roof and a row of windows can be seen, with several people standing or sitting around it. Some of the individuals are engaged in various activities, such as reading or talking to one another, while others appear to be simply enjoying the surroundings. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of tranquility and contemplation, with the peaceful setting and the people's relaxed demeanor creating a sense of calmness. The use of black and white tones adds to the serene ambiance, giving the image a timeless quality that transcends modern-day distractions. The image appears to be an illustration from an old book or manuscript, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. The style of the artwork, with its intricate details and ornate flourishes, suggests a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that was characteristic of the time period. Overall, the image is a beautiful example of traditional artistry and a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is an illustration of a letter "S" with a smoke-like effect on top. It is surrounded by people and animals. The letter "S" is in the center, with smoke coming out of it. The people are standing in front of the letter "S," and one of them is holding something in his hand. The other people are standing behind the letter "S." There are also animals, such as a horse, standing near the people.

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

The image is a monochromatic print that depicts a scene with several figures and elements arranged around a large letter "S" in the center. The letter "S" is stylized and appears to be made of smoke, giving it a hazy and ethereal quality. In the foreground, there is a man standing with a long staff or wand, possibly a sorcerer or alchemist. He is surrounded by various figures, including a man holding a book, a man standing behind a cage, and a man with a horse. The figures are engaged in different activities, such as reading, observing, and tending to the horse. The background of the image is filled with intricate patterns and designs, including a cloud-like formation and a series of lines and shapes. The overall composition of the image is symmetrical, with the figures and elements arranged in a balanced and harmonious manner. The image appears to be a vintage or antique print, possibly from the 19th or early 20th century. The monochromatic color scheme and the stylized letter "S" suggest that it may be a piece of art or illustration intended to convey a specific message or theme. The use of smoke and patterns in the background adds to the mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere of the image.