Human Generated Data

Title

Spitalplatz, Strassburg

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, M368

Human Generated Data

Title

Spitalplatz, Strassburg

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, M368

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-02-26

Art 96.5
Human 96.2
Drawing 96
Person 93.9
Sketch 93.4
Painting 92.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

people 99.7
art 99.5
print 99.1
street 97.3
group 97.1
adult 96.9
house 96.9
building 96.8
retro 96.4
town 95.9
old 95.8
home 95.7
painting 95.6
architecture 95.5
vintage 95.4
man 95.2
illustration 94.8
two 93
one 92
city 91.2

Imagga
created on 2022-02-26

sketch 100
drawing 100
representation 100
grunge 35.8
vintage 33.1
architecture 32.2
old 32.1
building 27.9
city 27.5
paper 25.9
antique 25.1
aged 24.5
ancient 24.2
landmark 22.6
texture 21.5
history 20.6
old fashioned 20
retro 19.7
structure 18.4
landscape 17.1
house 16.9
travel 16.9
grain 16.6
tower 16.1
worn 15.3
grungy 15.2
tourism 14.9
town 14.8
brown 14.7
historic 14.7
rough 14.6
art 14.3
artistic 13.9
wall 13.8
grime 13.7
design 13.5
stain 13.5
snow 13.3
urban 13.1
construction 12.8
dirty 12.7
frame 12.5
obsolete 12.5
scenic 12.3
sky 12.1
style 11.9
crumpled 11.7
space 11.6
wallpaper 10.7
empty 10.3
culture 10.3
black 10.2
winter 10.2
scenery 9.9
smudged 9.9
textured 9.6
text 9.6
aging 9.6
damaged 9.5
buildings 9.5
tree 9.2
material 8.9
streets 8.9
rural 8.8
decay 8.7
rustic 8.6
roof 8.6
blank 8.6
england 8.6
facade 8.4
church 8.3
street 8.3
silhouette 8.3
window 8.2
border 8.1
process 8.1
religion 8.1
romantic 8
retro revival 7.9
landscapes 7.8
sepia 7.8
torn 7.7
great 7.7
weathered 7.6
historical 7.5
destination 7.5
famous 7.4
page 7.4
ornate 7.3
graphic 7.3
yellow 7.3
paint 7.2
castle 7.2
trees 7.1

Google
created on 2022-02-26

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-26

drawing 99.8
sketch 98.7
text 94.6
painting 90.4
gallery 86
child art 53.3
old 45.6
room 41.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 93.9%
Painting 92.9%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-26

an old photo of a person 30.5%
a sign on a wall 30.4%
a close up of a sign 30.3%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image is an etching that depicts a charming street scene dominated by historical architecture. Central to the composition is a tall, prominent Gothic-style church spire that rises dramatically into the sky. The foreground showcases a wide cobblestone street lined with tall, narrow buildings on both sides. These buildings feature multiple stories, steeply pitched roofs, and numerous windows, some with shutters. One of the buildings on the left side features a sign that reads "Restaurant." In the street, a few people dressed in what appears to be 19th-century attire are strolling or standing. In particular, there is a woman with flowing garments holding the hand of a small child. The scene exudes a calm, leisurely atmosphere, with people going about their daily lives. The etching's attention to architectural detail and the presence of historical elements suggest a European setting, possibly a well-preserved old town or city. The name "Herman Webster" is written at the bottom of the image, indicating the artist. The overall effect of the etching is a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-29

This image appears to be a black and white etching or print depicting an urban street scene, likely from a historical period given the style of the architecture and clothing of the figures. The scene shows an open public space with buildings on the sides, characterized by steeply pitched roofs, visible timbers indicative of half-timbered construction, and multiple stories with windows. There is a notable building at the end of the street with a prominent tower and spire, which could be a church or cathedral, suggesting a European setting. On the street, there are a few pedestrians, including women wearing long dresses and bonnets typical of historical fashions, and a child sitting on the ground. In the lower left corner of the image, there's a sign that reads "Restaurant," indicating a possible eating establishment. The sky above the scene is filled with dark, hatched lines, suggesting either a dramatic sky or the etching technique to emulate shadow or the time of day. This contrast gives the image a dynamic and textured appearance. The signature of the artist is visible in the lower-right corner of the etching. The paper on which the etching is printed has margin space around the image, and the lower margin appears clean and unmarked, which suggests that it could be part of a limited print run or prepared for individual sale. Overall, the image has a historical, somewhat nostalgic feel, capturing architecture and a slice of life from a bygone era with a high level of detail and craftsmanship in the illustration.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is an etching of a historic European street scene, likely in Strasbourg given the distinctive cathedral spire visible in the background. The artwork shows a wide street lined with traditional buildings featuring steep roofs, dormers, and multi-paned windows. The architectural style appears to be from the 18th or 19th century. In the foreground, there are a few figures walking along the cobblestone street, their clothing suggesting the historical period. The buildings have a characteristic Germanic architectural style with their steep roofs and multiple stories. The perspective draws the eye down the street toward the cathedral's spire, which rises dramatically above the surrounding buildings. The technique used appears to be etching, with fine line work creating depth and texture, particularly in the architectural details and the dramatic sky. The artist has signed the work at the bottom, and the overall composition creates a romantic view of this historic cityscape. The image captures the charm and character of a historical European city center, with its blend of residential and commercial buildings, religious architecture, and daily street life of the period.

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

This image depicts a street scene in an old European city, likely from the 19th century based on the architecture and style of dress of the figures. The etching shows a cobblestone street lined with multi-story half-timbered buildings. A prominent church spire rises in the background. In the foreground, several figures in period clothing are walking or standing on the street, including what appears to be a woman and child. The sketch has a nostalgic, picturesque quality that captures the charming atmosphere of the historic cityscape.

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

The image appears to be a detailed engraving or etching depicting a bustling city street scene. The scene shows a cobblestone street lined with multi-story buildings, some with ornate architectural features such as peaked roofs and spires. In the center of the street, there are a few figures walking, suggesting this is a populated urban area. The overall style and rendering of the scene gives it a historical, vintage feel, capturing the architectural character of an old European city.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a serene and picturesque street scene, likely from the 19th century, as suggested by the style of the buildings and the attire of the people. The street is lined with tall, multi-story buildings that appear to be a mix of residential and commercial properties. The buildings are constructed with a blend of stone and brick, showcasing a mix of Gothic and Renaissance architectural elements. The street itself is paved and relatively empty, with only a few individuals visible, including a woman in a long dress walking down the street and a child sitting on the ground. In the background, a large church or cathedral stands out, its spire reaching high into the sky. The sky above is cloudy, adding to the tranquil atmosphere of the scene. The overall mood of the image is one of quiet contemplation and nostalgia, inviting the viewer to step into the past and experience the beauty of a bygone era.

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

This image is a vintage-style illustration of a street scene in an old European town. The illustration is rendered in black and white, with a sepia tone that gives it a nostalgic feel. In the foreground, there are several buildings lining the street, including a large church or cathedral with a tall steeple. The buildings appear to be made of stone or brick, with steeply pitched roofs and chimneys. Some of the buildings have balconies or windows with shutters. On the street, there are several people walking or standing, dressed in old-fashioned clothing. There is also a horse-drawn carriage visible in the distance. The sky above is cloudy, with a few wispy clouds drifting across the top of the image. The overall atmosphere of the illustration is one of quiet tranquility, with a sense of history and tradition emanating from the old buildings and the people going about their daily business. The illustration is signed by the artist, Herman A. Webster, in the bottom-right corner. It appears to be a print or etching, possibly created in the early 20th century.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white sketch of a street with buildings on both sides. The buildings have many windows and are tall. The street is empty, except for a few people walking on it. There is a tall tower in the distance, and the sky looks like it is going to rain. The buildings have signs on them, and some of them have awnings.

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a street scene, possibly from the 19th century. The street is lined with buildings on both sides, and the buildings have many windows. The buildings on the left side of the street have a sign that reads "L'ELEPHANT." There are people walking on the street, and some of them are carrying bags. In the distance, there is a tower that seems to be a church. The drawing has a watermark that reads "Herman La Liévre."

Text analysis

Amazon

Herman
in
Herman in toubles
LEPHANT
letzele
toubles

Google

etzele .LECHANT Herman a tihtey
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.LECHANT
Herman
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tihtey