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Title

Invitation Head

Date

20th century

People

Artist: Herman Armour Webster, American 1878 - 1970

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M231

Human Generated Data

Title

Invitation Head

People

Artist: Herman Armour Webster, American 1878 - 1970

Date

20th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M231

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-02-26

Text 99
Document 95
Person 94.5
Human 94.5
Letter 82.8
Person 76.5
Handwriting 64
Art 60.4
Drawing 59

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

print 99.9
art 99.7
paper 98.7
manuscript 98.5
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text 97.6
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illustration 96.7
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wear 96.3
sepia pigment 96.2
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architecture 95.1
antique 94.2
document 92.5
building 92.4
travel 92.2
ancient 92.1

Imagga
created on 2022-02-26

sketch 49.7
old 47.4
vintage 46.7
drawing 45.4
antique 44.5
paper 43.2
representation 37.6
grunge 35.8
retro 35.3
notebook 28.9
page 26.9
texture 26.4
map 26.3
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menu 24.1
book 23.5
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text 20.1
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fare 16.1
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sheet 15.1
envelope 15
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card 14.5
letter 13.8
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pattern 13.7
stained 13.5
note 12.9
decorative 12.5
brown 12.5
gold 12.3
artistic 12.2
graphic 11.7
backdrop 11.5
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atlas 10.6
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food 10
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world 9.8
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plan 9.5
music 9
style 8.9
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cover 8.3
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education 7.8
discovery 7.8
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ornament 7.8
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capital 7.6
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journey 7.5
historical 7.5
sign 7.5
element 7.4
material 7.3
binder 7.1

Google
created on 2022-02-26

Handwriting 94.7
Font 82.8
Line 82
Illustration 73
Parallel 71.3
Paper 70.9
Paper product 69.6
History 66.4
Art 66.1
Rectangle 66
Writing 65.8
Letter 65.1
Drawing 63.2
Document 62.7
Holy places 54.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-26

text 99.1
handwriting 98.7
letter 95.7
drawing 55.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Document
Person
Document 95%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 98.1%
text visuals 1.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-26

text 98.8%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

This image appears to be a scanned historical document, which combines a sketch at the top and a handwritten letter at the bottom. The letter is dated "Paris. 16th November 1901."

The sketch depicts an urban scene, most likely in Paris, given the architecture and the letter's date and location. The drawing shows a distinct building with a dome structure, which might signify a major landmark or institution. There are other buildings, some with visible architectural details, and one has a name "Webster" inscribed on it. The street scene includes pedestrians and street lamps, giving a sense of the bustling city life. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of pen sketches common in the early 20th century.

The handwritten letter is addressed to a "Dear Mr. Locke," and it mentions some pertinent details about sending two proofs of something (presumably prints or illustrations) and discusses logistical matters such as delivery and acceptance terms. The signature at the bottom is written in cursive and is somewhat difficult to read, but it indicates the name of the person who sent the letter.

The actual contents of the text, the identity of the signature, and the significance of the drawing and letter would be better understood in the context of historical correspondence and art from that period.

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

This image portrays a handwritten letter dated Paris, 16th November 1909. The letter includes an intricately done sketch of a Parisian cityscape at the top, which shows buildings, rooftops, domes, and spires, with a focus on architectural details often found in Paris. The drawing employs fine lines and shading, capturing a sense of depth and perspective in the city's skyline.

Below the sketch, the letter’s body is written in cursive handwriting. The letter is addressed to "Mr. Joschi" and is signed by Herbert A. Webster. The content of the letter mentions forwarding some prints to Mr. Joschi with the aid of Mr. David Keppel and refers to some of his early works such as "Villiers," "the Bridge at Grays," and "the Catalogue Cover." The writer expresses modesty about any praise for these early efforts, thanking Mr. Joschi for his interest and extending compliments.

Anthropic Claude

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

This image shows a letter dated "Paris, 16th November 1909" with a beautiful architectural sketch of a Parisian cityscape at the top. The sketch depicts several buildings with a prominent domed structure in the center, likely a church or public building, along with other domed buildings and rooftops in the background. The sketch appears to be done in ink with fine linework creating a lovely urban scene.

Below the sketch is a handwritten letter addressed to "Dear Mr. Sachs" and signed by "Herman A. Webster." The letter mentions some prints including "Villiers," "The Bridge at Grez," and "the Catalogue Cover." The writer discusses not feeling justified in setting prices for these early works and appears to be responding to some interest in them.

The overall document combines artistic and personal elements, with the skillfully rendered architectural drawing serving as a personalized letterhead above the correspondence.

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

The image shows a sketch of a city skyline, likely Paris based on the domed structure resembling the Invalides. The sketch depicts a densely built urban area with multi-story buildings and a prominent domed structure in the center. The sketch is rendered in pen or pencil with shading to provide a sense of depth and dimension to the scene.

Below the sketch is a handwritten note dated 18th November 1907. The note is addressed "Dear Mr. Sachs" and appears to be a thank you message referencing an enjoyable stay in Paris. The writer expresses sincere thanks for Mr. Sachs' outreach and believes they may become good friends.

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

The image appears to be an illustration or sketch depicting a cityscape, likely of Paris, France. The drawing shows a view of various domed buildings and structures, with the central dome being the most prominent feature. The image is dated November 16, 1907 and is accompanied by a handwritten letter in cursive. The letter discusses plans for a visit or event, but does not mention or identify any individuals.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a letter written in cursive, dated 16th November 1909, with a sketch of a cityscape above it. The letter is addressed to "Mr. Sachs" and begins with the phrase "Dear Mr. Sachs." It appears to be a personal or business correspondence, but the content is not legible due to the handwriting and the image quality.

The cityscape sketch above the letter features a mix of buildings, including a large dome structure in the center. The buildings are depicted in a simple, yet detailed style, with varying heights and architectural features. The sky above is cloudy, adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene.

The background of the image is a light brown color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the sketch and letter. Overall, the image presents a unique blend of handwritten communication and artistic expression, offering a glimpse into the past through the use of traditional media.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-11

The image presents a letter written in cursive, accompanied by a sketch of a cityscape at the top. The letter is dated "Paris, 16th November '09" and appears to be addressed to someone named "Sackri." The content of the letter discusses the sender's plans for the next day, including visiting various locations such as the "Bridge at Grey" and the "Catacombe." The letter also mentions that the sender will not accept any price for certain items, but rather prefers to receive them as compliments.

The sketch at the top of the letter depicts a cityscape with buildings and a large dome in the center. The sky above is cloudy, and the overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of nostalgia and historical significance. The use of cursive handwriting and the inclusion of a sketch add a personal touch to the letter, making it feel more intimate and authentic. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on life in Paris during the early 20th century.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a letter written by Herman Webster to Mr. Sachs, dated December 16, 1909, in Paris. The letter is written on a piece of paper with a drawing of buildings and a dome in the background. The letter is written in cursive handwriting and is signed by Herman Webster. The letter is about the arrival of Mr. David Keppel, the six prints promised a year ago, "Villers," "The Bridge at Grez," and the "Catalogue Cover." The letter also mentions that Mr. Webster does not feel justified in setting any price upon them and accepts them with his compliments and sincere thanks for Mr. Sachs' interest.

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

The image is a handwritten letter on an aged, cream-colored paper, dated "Paris. 16th December 1909." The letter is addressed to "Dear Mr. Sachs" and is signed "Hermann Webster." The letter is written in cursive script and includes a sketch of a cityscape above the text. The sketch depicts a skyline with several buildings, one of which has a dome-like structure, and is labeled "WESTER." The buildings are depicted in a simple, sketch-like style, with minimal detail. The letter discusses the delivery of six prints to Mr. Sachs within two days, including "The Bridge at Grey," "The Catalogue Cover," and "Killiers." The writer expresses a lack of justification for setting a price on the prints and offers them with compliments. The letter is formal and polite, with a warm closing.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-28

Here's a description of the image:

This is an image of a letter with a drawing at the top. The drawing is a stylized cityscape, possibly of Paris, featuring numerous buildings and rooftops with a prominent dome structure in the center. The drawing is done in a sketch-like style with thin, dark lines that give a sense of depth and perspective. There are what look like figures in the lower left of the drawing.

Below the drawing is handwritten text. It appears to be a letter, dated "Paris, 16th November 1909." The letter is addressed to "Dear Mr. Sachs" and contains a polite message.

The letter is signed "Most Cordially yours, Herman A. Webster," and the signature is in a distinct cursive style.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-28

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a vintage-style print or etching, likely created at the turn of the 20th century. It has a sepia-toned appearance, lending it a sense of age and historical significance. The style suggests a focus on fine detail and the use of line work to create depth and texture.

Visual Elements:

  • Cityscape: The image's primary visual feature is a detailed cityscape. It appears to be a depiction of Paris, recognizable by the domed buildings and architectural styles. The skyline is filled with rooftops, chimneys, and structures.
  • Text: Written text is incorporated at the bottom. It's an handwritten letter that is integrated within the print. The handwriting is elegant and flowing. The letter's tone is cordial and polite. The letter is dated November 16, 1909, and is signed "Herman A Webster".
  • Perspective: The cityscape is likely viewed from an elevated viewpoint, possibly a rooftop or high window, allowing for a wide view across the city.
  • Details: The image is rich in detail, with attention paid to the textures of roofs, the shapes of windows, and the overall character of the buildings.
  • Signature: The artist's signature "WEBSTER" is placed on the upper right corner of the picture.

Style and Technique:

  • The style suggests a historical art form, possibly a etching or lithograph.
  • The use of fine lines and shading techniques creates a sense of depth and dimension.

Content:

  • The cityscape gives the art its character.
  • The letter could provide context or information.

Overall Atmosphere:

The image exudes a feeling of nostalgia, elegance, and a connection to the past. It captures a glimpse of Paris, combined with a personal letter, offering a unique view of that time period.

Text analysis

Amazon

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