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Human Generated Data

Title

The Arch with a Shell Ornament

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Program for Harvard College Fund, M13596

Human Generated Data

Title

The Arch with a Shell Ornament

People

Artist: Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Italian 1720 - 1778

Date

18th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Program for Harvard College Fund, M13596

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-03-04

Art 97.8
Drawing 96.2
Human 96.2
Painting 94.6
Person 88.5
Sketch 84.8
Person 75.5
Person 64.9
Person 61.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

illustration 100
print 99.9
art 99.8
visuals 99.4
people 99.3
vehicle 99.2
engraving 99
painting 98.7
vintage 98.6
etching 98.4
paper 98.1
man 97.8
pictorial 97.5
old 97.2
watercraft 97
adult 96.4
antique 94.5
building 93.7
chalk out 93.4
ship 93.3

Imagga
created on 2022-03-04

sketch 100
drawing 81.5
representation 67.7
structure 38.3
landscape 32
building 28
hut 26.4
sky 23.6
tree 22.3
architecture 21.8
shelter 21.4
scenic 21.1
trees 20.5
water 20
bridge 19.5
travel 19
tourism 18.2
river 17.8
city 17.5
forest 17.4
stone 16.9
summer 16.7
sun 15.3
outdoors 14.2
vacation 13.9
clouds 13.5
sunset 13.5
park 13.2
greenhouse 12.9
sea 12.5
roof 12.3
outdoor 12.2
dome 12.1
winter 11.9
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environment 11.5
rural 11.5
snow 11.3
scene 11.3
cold 11.2
grass 11.1
landmark 10.8
history 10.7
mountain 10.7
autumn 10.5
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beach 10.1
island 10.1
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urban 9.6
day 9.4
mountains 9.3
ocean 9.2
plant 9
color 8.9
cloud 8.6
sunny 8.6
season 8.6
house 8.5
sunrise 8.4
hill 8.4
famous 8.4
lake 8.2
countryside 8.2
reflection 8.1
coast 8.1
tower 8.1
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rock 7.8
mist 7.7
woods 7.6
field 7.5
coastline 7.5
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destination 7.5
monument 7.5
town 7.4
exterior 7.4
natural 7.4
peaceful 7.3
peace 7.3
tourist 7.3
road 7.2

Google
created on 2022-03-04

Botany 88.8
Organism 86.9
Art 82.5
Font 80.8
Painting 79.2
Drawing 70
Visual arts 69.9
Printmaking 69.9
Arch 69.6
Illustration 69.2
Pattern 65.8
History 64.5
Line art 62.8
Stock photography 62.6
Monochrome 62.2
Artwork 61.1
Paper product 60.4
Paper 58.8
Wood 57.2
Tree 56.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-03-04

drawing 99.4
sketch 98.8
text 97.6
illustration 85.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 94.6%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 96.1%
nature landscape 3.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-03-04

a close up of a book 38.1%
close up of a book 32.5%
a close up of a book cover 32.4%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

This is an etching depicting an architectural scene with strong chiaroscuro effects, characterized by the interplay of light and dark. The composition is dominated by a large, arched structure, giving the impression of a bridge or a vaulted passageway. Inside the arch, we can see smaller, silhouetted figures that suggest human activity. On the right, there is what appears to be construction or perhaps repair work taking place, as indicated by the scaffolding and inclined beams.

The etching technique has allowed for a rich texture and detailed lines, creating an overall sense of depth and substance to the structure. The perspective is dynamic, drawing the viewer's eye through the arches and into the space beyond. The image has a sketch-like quality, indicative of an artist’s study or a work that seeks to capture the essence of the scene with expressive linework rather than precise realism.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-29

The image is an etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi titled "The Pier with a Lamp" from the Carceri series. It depicts a dramatic, intricate architectural scene with a composition that combines elements of classical architecture and fantastical imagery. The central focus is on a large arched pier or structure that is bathed in shadow and light.

Above the pier, there are several large, elegantly detailed archways that create a sense of grandiosity and depth. Through these arches, one can see bits of sky and other architectural forms, providing a sense of an expansive space beyond the immediate scene. Suspended from the ceiling is a lamp or lantern adding to the atmosphere of the scene.

In the foreground, there are shadowy figures and ambiguous shapes, contributing to the mysterious and somewhat foreboding tone of the etching. The entirety of the composition is rendered with intricate cross-hatching and line work, characteristic of Piranesi's style, enhancing the textures and shadows and creating a sense of depth and dimensionality in the architectural forms. The overall effect is one of both awe and disquiet, evoking the grandeur and complexity of Piranesi's imagined prisons.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-29

This is an etching or sketch depicting an architectural interior space with dramatic arched vaults and curved ceilings. The scene appears to be drawn with fine, crosshatched lines creating areas of light and shadow. In the foreground, there are some dark silhouetted figures or forms against what seems to be a grated or barred structure. The overall composition has a moody, atmospheric quality, with the arched ceiling spaces creating a sense of depth and perspective. The architectural details suggest this might be part of a prison, dungeon, or similar institutional space. The style of the drawing appears to be from an earlier historical period, possibly 18th or 19th century, with its traditional etching techniques and architectural subject matter.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-29

This image appears to be an etching or sketch depicting the interior of a large, vaulted structure, possibly a church or cathedral. The arches and curves of the ceiling are rendered in rough, sketchy lines that convey a sense of scale and depth. In the foreground, there seem to be some architectural elements like railings or balustrades. The overall composition has an unfinished, gestural quality, with areas of dense shading contrasting with lighter, more open spaces. The loose, expressive linework gives the scene an atmospheric, almost mysterious feeling, inviting the viewer to imagine the grandeur of this cavernous interior space.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-29

The image appears to be an etching or engraving depicting an architectural scene. It shows a complex structure with arches and domes, as well as various figures and objects in the foreground. The style is intricate and detailed, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and perspective. The overall impression is one of fantastical, dreamlike architecture, with a combination of organic and geometric forms.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black and white sketch of an arched bridge with people and a boat in the water below. The bridge is made of stone and has several arches, with a railing along the side. There are people standing on the bridge, some of whom are looking out over the edge. In the water below, there is a small boat with a sail. The background of the image is a light gray color, with a darker gray border around the edges. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and tranquility, with the peaceful scene of the bridge and the water creating a sense of calm.

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

This image is a black and white sketch of an arched structure, possibly a bridge or a building. The sketch is done in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and shading that gives the impression of depth and texture.

The main focus of the sketch is the arched structure, which dominates the center of the image. The arches are tall and sweeping, with a series of smaller arches underneath them. The structure appears to be made of stone or brick, with a rough, textured surface.

In the foreground, there are several figures standing on the ground below the arches. They appear to be people, but they are not clearly defined, and their features are not detailed. The figures are small compared to the arches, which gives a sense of scale and perspective to the sketch.

The background of the sketch is dark and shadowy, with hints of foliage or trees visible behind the arches. The overall effect is one of drama and grandeur, with the arches looming large over the figures below.

The sketch is signed by the artist in the bottom-left corner, but the signature is not legible. The paper is off-white and has a rough texture, which adds to the overall sense of age and authenticity. The sketch appears to be an original work of art, rather than a reproduction or print.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is a monochromatic drawing of a structure with a brick wall, arched windows, and a large archway. The structure is surrounded by trees, and a few people are standing near the archway. A crane is placed on the right side of the structure, and a few people are standing near it. A few lamps are hanging from the ceiling. The shadows of the trees are falling on the structure.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-29

The image is a sketch of a bridge with a person standing on the side. The bridge has a curved structure with a few arches and a few people standing on the top. A person is standing on the bridge, and a few people are standing on the side. A few lamps are hanging from the ceiling, and a few trees are on the right side. The image is in black and white.