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Human Generated Data

Title

Note VIII - State II

Date

20th century

People

Artist: Barnett Newman, American 1905 - 1970

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Annalee Newman, M21479

Copyright

© The Barnett Newman Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

Note VIII - State II

People

Artist: Barnett Newman, American 1905 - 1970

Date

20th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Annalee Newman, M21479

Copyright

© The Barnett Newman Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-10-30

Electrical Device 93.3
Switch 91.8
Letterbox 88.9
Mailbox 88.9
Wall 63
Word 60.8
Canvas 58.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-10-30

empty 99
paper 97.5
cardboard 97.3
no person 95.3
retro 91.5
wood 90.1
design 90
blank 89.4
simplicity 85.3
box 83.5
art 83.3
family 80.5
disjunct 79.8
dirty 79.6
wall 78.1
square 77.6
flat 74.8
rough 74.3
clean 73.7
writing 73

Imagga
created on 2019-10-30

telephone jack 100
jack 100
electrical device 78.6
device 62.2
3d 31.8
box 27.8
business 20.7
paper 20.6
container 20.2
object 19.1
render 18.2
post 18.1
empty 18.1
blank 17.2
technology 16.4
cardboard 16.3
board 16.3
carton 16.1
storage 15.2
card 14.8
design 14.6
package 14.3
packaging 13.6
pack 12.6
open 12.6
sign 12
modern 11.9
symbol 11.5
office 11.3
computer 11.2
plug 11
transport 11
packing 10.8
boxes 10.7
light 10.7
delivery 10.7
information 10.6
electric 10.3
close 10.3
diskette 10.1
interior 9.7
shipping 9.7
rendering 9.5
closeup 9.4
space 9.3
power 9.3
digital clock 9.2
message 9.1
square 9.1
black 9
transportation 9
brown 8.8
reminder 8.7
mail 8.6
nobody 8.6
frame 8.3
stack 8.3
room 8.3
element 8.3
plastic 8.3
clock 8.2
digital 8.1
magnetic disk 8.1
parcel 7.9
work 7.9
send 7.8
wall 7.8
order 7.7
line 7.7
closed 7.7
electrical 7.7
texture 7.7
moving 7.6
door 7.6
finance 7.6
electricity 7.6
communication 7.6
ideas 7.5
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note 7.4
graphic 7.3
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Google
created on 2019-10-30

White 95.9
Wall 85.8
Line 75.5
Beige 70.8
Font 68.6
Rectangle 65.2
Square 54.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-30

text 96.7
minimalist 91.6
design 80.1
rectangle 57.7
abstract 57.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Mailbox
Mailbox 88.9%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 72.3%
text visuals 22.5%
food drinks 2.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-10-30

a close up of a white wall 52.7%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-17

The image depicts a minimalist artwork consisting of a horizontal, rectangular shape positioned in the center of the composition. The rectangle is divided into three sections: a narrow vertical black stripe occupies the left side, while the middle and right sections are lighter and almost uniform in color, separated by a faint vertical line. The overall background is plain white, creating a stark contrast with the rectangular form.

In the lower-left corner of the image, there is some handwritten text that reads: "Note VIII - State II 1968 247," providing context about the artwork, including its title, edition, and date of creation. The simplicity and precise geometric forms suggest an abstract, modern aesthetic.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-17

The image displays a minimalist artwork consisting of a rectangular shape divided into three sections horizontally. The middle section is painted or colored in black, while the two outer sections are left in a light color, possibly white or gray. The background is plain and devoid of any additional elements, which draws attention to the simplicity of the form.

Towards the bottom left of the image, there is handwritten text that appears to read "N. XII - STUD. II 1948 247." This text suggests that the artwork may be part of a series, numbered "N. XII", and titled "STUD. II", possibly indicating that it is a study or part of a set of variant designs or themes. The date "1948" indicates the year it was created, and the number "247" is likely a catalogue or inventory number.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-17

This is a minimalist abstract artwork from 1968, labeled "Note VIII-Stage II" with what appears to be the number "4/7" below it. The piece consists of a small horizontal rectangle set against a larger white background. Within the smaller rectangle, there are two thin vertical lines - one black line and one lighter line - dividing the space into three sections. The composition is very simple and geometric, focusing on basic forms and limited use of color, typical of minimalist art from this period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-17

The image shows a minimalist abstract artwork consisting of a simple rectangular shape divided vertically into three sections. The left and right sections are white or off-white in color, while the middle vertical strip is black, creating a strong contrast. The artwork is centered on a plain light-colored background. Below the artwork, there appears to be a handwritten date or signature that reads "VIII-27-62 II 1962 217".

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-17

The image appears to be a minimalist geometric composition. It consists of three rectangular shapes - two white rectangles flanking a central black rectangle. The overall impression is one of simplicity and balance, with the contrasting black and white elements creating a striking visual effect.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a minimalist composition featuring a central rectangle divided into three sections by two vertical lines. The left and right sections are identical, comprising a light beige color with a subtle, darker beige border. In contrast, the middle section is characterized by a solid black vertical line running down its center, set against a lighter beige background.

The image is accompanied by handwritten notes in the bottom-left corner, which read "Note VIII - Study II 1968" and "2/7." These annotations suggest that the image is part of a series or study, likely created in 1968, with this particular piece being the second in the sequence (Study II) and the seventh overall (2/7). The use of Roman numerals for the note number adds a touch of formality to the notation.

The overall aesthetic of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the clean lines and muted colors creating a sense of calmness and serenity. The inclusion of the handwritten notes adds a personal touch, hinting at the artist's process and creative journey.

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

The image presents a minimalist composition, featuring a small, rectangular shape with a black vertical line on the left side. The rectangle is divided into two sections: the left section contains the black line, while the right section remains empty. The background of the image is a light beige color, providing a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the rectangle and its contents.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is some handwritten text that appears to be a title or description of the artwork. The text reads "Nose VIII - Stage II 1968" and is accompanied by the number "2/7", which may indicate that this is the second piece in a series of seven artworks. Overall, the image exudes a sense of simplicity and elegance, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty of minimalism.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-17

The image depicts a minimalist artwork on a white background. The artwork consists of three rectangular shapes aligned horizontally, with a thin black line dividing the middle shape into two equal parts. The artwork is titled "Note VIII - State II 1968" and is numbered "2/7," indicating it is the second of seven editions. The artwork is created using a combination of black and white colors, with the black line serving as a focal point.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-17

The image features a minimalist artwork with a white background and a central rectangular design. The design consists of three vertical white bars, with the middle bar being slightly thicker and darker than the others. The design is framed by a thin black line on the top and bottom, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The artwork is titled "Note VIII - State II 1968 2/7" and is written in a small, legible font at the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-30

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image presents a minimalist, abstract artwork. It's a study in simple geometric shapes and the interplay of positive and negative space.

Specific Elements:

  • Shape: The primary composition is a rectangular shape, seemingly divided into three sections. The larger central section is flanked by two smaller, rectangular sections.
  • Line: A thick, vertical, black line is prominently placed in the central section. Another thin, vertical line demarcates the third section of the rectangle.
  • Color/Tone: The overall palette is muted. The background is pure white. The rectangular shape is a light grey or off-white, giving the impression of a textured surface. The thick vertical line is black, contrasting with the lighter background.
  • Composition: The rectangular shape is centered on a large white space, emphasizing the isolation of the elements and creating a sense of balance.
  • Text: In the bottom left corner, there's handwritten text. It appears to be "Note VIII - State II 1968 2/7," likely indicating the title or a description of the artwork, the year it was created, and a number indicating its position in a series or edition.

Style/Possible Interpretation:

The artwork strongly suggests an element of minimalism. The use of stark contrasts and geometric forms, combined with the clean presentation, points to an interest in formal qualities rather than representational imagery. The artist might be exploring the relationship between shapes, lines, and color in a very direct way. It is difficult to say for sure, but the piece is typical of abstract work and is open to personal interpretation.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-30

The image is a print on white paper, likely an etching or lithograph. It features a rectangular shape in the center of the paper. The rectangle is divided into three sections. The first section is a light grey area with a thick, vertical black line running down the middle. The second section is a plain light grey rectangle. The third section is a narrow, light grey vertical rectangle.

In the lower-left corner of the paper, there is handwritten text that reads "Note VIII - State II 1968 2/7." This suggests that it is a print numbered 2 out of a series of 7, created in 1968. The "Note VIII - State II" likely refers to the title or a description of the artwork.

Text analysis

Amazon

Nate
mt-
217
1968
Nate mt- STAC I 1968
STAC
I

Google

N.te V.Stua 프 1908 시7
N.te
V.Stua
1908
7