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Human Generated Data

Title

Apparition of a Sea Serpent in 1848

Date

19th century

People

Artist: Anonymous France 1840, French

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Schuyler van Rensselaer, M1000

Human Generated Data

Title

Apparition of a Sea Serpent in 1848

People

Artist: Anonymous France 1840, French

Date

19th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Schuyler van Rensselaer, M1000

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-07

Drawing 94.5
Human 94.5
Art 94.5
Sketch 88
Text 83.4
Doodle 57.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-07

people 99.7
illustration 98.8
print 98
art 97.9
adult 97.7
man 97.5
veil 96.1
one 94.5
engraving 92.6
portrait 91
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paper 90.5
antique 90
old 88.9
chair 88.4
etching 87.7
visuals 85.8
wear 85.2
sepia pigment 84.3
music 83.5

Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

tray 100
receptacle 99.4
container 74.5
money 50.2
currency 45.8
cash 43
dollar 37.1
finance 35.5
paper 32.3
bill 31.4
banking 31.3
bank 29.6
financial 28.5
business 27.3
wealth 26.9
close 25.1
savings 24.2
dollars 24.1
hundred 22.3
us 22.2
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banknote 20.4
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old 18.1
rich 17.7
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one 15.7
banknotes 15.7
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states 13.5
payment 13.5
retro 13.1
letter 12.8
salary 12.8
bills 12.6
mail 12.4
closeup 12.1
ancient 12.1
art 11.9
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debt 11.6
finances 11.6
notes 11.5
profit 11.5
object 11
history 10.7
post 10.5
commerce 10.3
grunge 10.2
symbol 10.1
franklin 9.8
concepts 9.8
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antique 9.5
united 9.5
save 9.5
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income 8.8
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price 8.6
capital 8.5
envelope 8.4
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president 7.9
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china 7.8
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economic 7.8
decoration 7.7
card 7.7
number 7.5
sketch 7.4
message 7.3
detail 7.2
aged 7.2

Google
created on 2019-11-07

Drawing 81.1
Art 77.7
Illustration 72.5
Sketch 61.4
Still life 51.2
Paper 51
Printmaking 50.6
Painting 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-07

text 99.3
drawing 98.5
sketch 98.3
book 94.7
cat 91.3
painting 83.9
child art 59.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 24-38
Gender Male, 50%
Fear 46.2%
Happy 45.1%
Calm 45%
Disgusted 45%
Surprised 53.6%
Angry 45%
Sad 45%
Confused 45%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 86.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

paintings art 98.7%
food drinks 1.2%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a drawing of a man in a boat

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-04

This is an image of a vintage or antique illustration, depicting a scene on a body of water where several figures are in a small rowboat. Their expressions convey surprise or shock. There is a large, serpent-like creature emerging from the water, which appears to be the focus of the figures' attention. The creature has a long, coiled body resembling that of a sea serpent, and it occupies a significant portion of the composition to the right of the boat. The water around the boat and creature shows movement, indicating the disturbance caused by the presence of the creature.

The bottom center of the illustration contains text, which seems to suggest that this image is related to a reported sighting or story; however, without more context, the precise nature of the narrative cannot be determined. The paper on which the illustration is printed shows signs of wear and tear, such as creases, tears, and discoloration, further contributing to the historical nature of the piece. There are also some inscriptions at the bottom right corner which are difficult to read but may provide additional information about the artist or the publication.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts a vintage illustration of a sea serpent emerging from the water, startling a boat full of alarmed people. The people are dressed in period clothing from the mid-19th century and appear to be royals or personages of importance, as indicated by the crowns on their heads. The scene is dramatic and conveys a sense of panic and disbelief among the individuals in the boat. The text at the bottom reads "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848," which translates to "Appearance of the sea serpent in 1848." The overall style is classic of 19th-century illustrations, with detailed line work and shading.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-04

This is a historical illustration titled "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1846" (Appearance of the sea serpent in 1846). The artwork shows a dramatic scene of a sea monster or serpent encounter. In the image, there's a boat containing several frightened-looking figures wearing crowns or royal regalia. They appear to be confronting a large sea serpent emerging from the water. The serpent is depicted with what appears to be a helmet or cap on its head, and its long, curving body is visible in the water. The illustration is done in a black and white sketch style, typical of 19th-century prints or lithographs. The scene conveys a sense of wonder and fear, reflecting the era's fascination with sea monsters and maritime mysteries.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts an "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848" (Apparition of the sea serpent in 1848) according to the caption. It shows a fanciful or mythical sea serpent rising out of turbulent waters. In a small boat, several terrified people are reacting to the enormous creature emerging next to them. The serpent has a long, sinuous body and what appears to be a humanoid face or head. The drawing style is loose and sketchy, giving it an imaginative, almost humorous quality despite the fantastical subject matter. It seems to be an illustration or satirical artwork from the mid-19th century playing on tales of sea monsters and mythology.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts a fantastical scene of a large sea serpent emerging from the water and observing a small boat filled with human figures, possibly sailors or passengers. The serpent appears to be towering over the boat, with its head and neck prominently featured. The image has a dramatic, almost Gothic feel, with the swirling waves and cloudy sky adding to the sense of mystery and foreboding. The title suggests this is an "Apparition of the sea serpent in 1848", indicating this was likely a depiction of a reported sighting or encounter with such a creature at that time.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This is a historical illustration from 1846 titled "Apparition du serpent de mer" (Appearance of the sea serpent). It's a black and white sketch showing what appears to be a fantastical scene of a sea serpent encounter. In the image, several small figures are shown in what looks like a boat or floating vessel, appearing alarmed or excited. The sea serpent is depicted as a large, dark figure emerging from the water. The artwork has a dreamlike, mysterious quality typical of 19th-century cryptozoological illustrations. The style is somewhat rough and sketchy, creating an atmospheric effect that adds to the mysterious nature of the supposed encounter. The image reflects the period's fascination with sea monsters and maritime mysteries.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-13

The image depicts a vintage illustration of a mermaid and a boat full of people. The mermaid is shown in the center of the image, with her head turned to the right and her body facing the left. She has long hair and a fish tail, and she is wearing a hat. The boat is positioned to the left of the mermaid, with six people in it. They are all wearing hats and looking up at the mermaid in surprise or fear.

The background of the image is a body of water, with a cloudy sky above. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of wonder and awe, as the people in the boat gaze up at the mermaid in amazement. The illustration is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate shading and texture that gives it a sense of depth and dimensionality.

The image appears to be an antique print, possibly from the 19th century, given its age and style. It may have been used as a decorative piece or as part of a larger work of art. The illustration is likely meant to evoke a sense of fantasy and imagination, as the mermaid is a mythical creature that is not typically found in real life.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-13

This image depicts a vintage illustration of a sea serpent emerging from the water, with a group of people in a boat nearby. The sea serpent is drawn in a realistic style, with scales and a long, curved body that rises out of the water. It has a head resembling a human face, complete with a hat and a beard. The people in the boat are dressed in old-fashioned clothing and appear to be frightened by the sea serpent's presence.

The illustration is rendered in black and white, with shading and texture added to give it depth and dimension. The background of the image is a light gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the sea serpent and the people in the boat. Overall, the image is a striking representation of a mythical creature and its interaction with humans.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a scene that appears to be a historical or mythological event. The drawing is on a piece of paper that has some stains and appears to be old. The drawing depicts a large, serpentine creature with a human-like head emerging from the water. The creature is looking at a small boat filled with people. The people in the boat are wearing crowns and appear to be royalty or nobility. The drawing is titled "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848," which translates to "Apparition of the sea serpent in 1848." The drawing is signed by the artist, who is not visible in the image.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image is a black-and-white drawing with a watermark in the bottom left corner. It depicts a scene with a large sea serpent in the foreground, accompanied by a small boat filled with people wearing crowns. The sea serpent has a human-like face and is holding a large, round object in its mouth. The drawing has a French title, "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848," which translates to "Appearance of the sea serpent in 1848." The image has a vintage and historical feel, possibly depicting a mythical or legendary creature.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a political caricature titled "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848" (Appearance of the Sea Serpent in 1848). It depicts a group of men, presumably royalty given their crowns, packed into a small boat in the sea. They all have expressions of shock or alarm and are looking upward and to the right.

Emerging from the water is a massive sea serpent with the head of a woman. She's wearing a head covering that appears to have the word "Liberté" (Liberty) on it. The sea serpent's body is coiled and scaled, creating a strong sense of movement and presence.

The background shows a body of water under a cloudy sky. The style is reminiscent of a lithograph or a similar printmaking technique, with detailed shading and line work. The overall tone is satirical, and the image is likely commenting on the political upheavals of 1848, specifically the rise of liberty viewed as a monstrous threat to the established order.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black-and-white lithograph, likely a satirical cartoon, depicting a sea serpent and a boatload of men. The artwork has a vintage feel.

Details:

  • The Sea Serpent: A large, serpentine creature dominates the right side of the image. It has a human face with a serene expression and a headdress with the word "LIBERTE" written on it. The serpent rises from the water, its body spiraling through the waves.
  • The Boat: A small boat filled with numerous men floats on the water. The men are dressed in a mixture of formal attire, including crowns, and appear alarmed as they look towards the serpent. They are rendered with caricatured features.
  • Setting: The scene takes place at sea, with a horizon line visible in the background. The style of the waves and the shading suggests a vintage printing technique.
  • Title/Caption: The title reads "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848" (Appearance of the sea serpent in 1848).

Interpretation:

Given the historical context, this image likely satirizes political events of 1848. The "sea serpent" with the face of "liberty" could be interpreted as the revolutions of that year. The men in the boat, wearing crowns, would represent the monarchs of the time, and their expressions of fear suggest the upheaval and challenges they faced.

Let me know if you would like a more detailed analysis or have any other questions!

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a lithograph titled "Apparition du serpent de mer en 1848," which translates to "Appearance of the sea serpent in 1848." It depicts a group of people in a small boat encountering a large sea serpent. The sea serpent has a human-like face and a long, coiled body partially submerged in the water. The people in the boat appear to be in a state of shock or fear, with some of them pointing at the serpent. The scene is set against a backdrop of a calm sea and a cloudy sky, adding to the dramatic effect of the encounter. The artwork is signed by the artist, "Lith. Aubert & Cie" and "D'après H. de Kock." The style and subject matter suggest it is a historical or mythological illustration, capturing a moment of awe and terror at the sight of a legendary creature.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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