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Title

The Amateur of Melons

Date

19th century

People

Artist: Honoré-Victorin Daumier, French 1808-1879

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Program for Harvard College, M13741

Human Generated Data

Title

The Amateur of Melons

People

Artist: Honoré-Victorin Daumier, French 1808-1879

Date

19th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Program for Harvard College, M13741

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Human 99.2
Drawing 96
Art 96
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Apparel 94
Sketch 90.6
Painting 70.4
Advertisement 66.9
Text 63.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

people 100
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Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

sketch 59.3
drawing 49
representation 35
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Google
created on 2019-11-06

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.9
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sketch 99.5
hat 98.1
book 95.3
illustration 90.1
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fashion accessory 82.2
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Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 40-58
Gender Male, 57.2%
Confused 56.7%
Sad 2.6%
Fear 17.3%
Surprised 4.9%
Happy 14.4%
Calm 0.9%
Disgusted 1.6%
Angry 1.6%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Hat
Poster

Clarifai

Clothing
Human face
Poster
Human head
Human hair

AWS Rekognition

Person 99.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

paintings art 87.2%
food drinks 8.5%
text visuals 2.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-06

two men looking at a book 27.7%
a close up of a book 27.6%
close up of a book 26.4%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

illustration toa week of kindness.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-25

a photograph of a man in a top hat and a woman in a top hat

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-03

This image is a black and white illustration from a publication. At the top, it is labeled "LES BEAUX JOURS DE LA VIE. Nº 275." The scene illustrated here depicts two individuals at a market or stall where various melons are displayed on the counter.

The character on the left is a well-dressed man with a top hat, tailored coat and he appears somewhat upper class. He is holding a melon up close to his face with a discerning look, possibly smelling it or assessing its quality. The expression on his face is contemplative or appreciative.

To his right, there's another person, likely the vendor, who is also holding a melon and looks like they are engaging with the well-dressed man, perhaps discussing the quality of the melons or assisting the man in making a choice.

Beneath the image, it reads "L'AMATEUR DE MELONS." accompanied by a caption in quotes which in English translates to "Ah! Praise be to God... I think this time I've finally found the melon of my dreams..."

In the bottom left corner, the illustration is signed "868" possibly indicating the artist's signature or a catalog number, and to the bottom right there's "Imp. Lith. de Delaunois" likely the printer's mark and/or location. The date "7 Fevrier 1845" suggests this illustration was created on February 7th, 1845.

It's an evocative piece that captures a moment of everyday life with a hint of humor, possibly emphasizing the character's passion for finding the perfect melon.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-03

This image is a black and white illustration titled "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie. N°75" from the series "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie." The caption under the image reads "L'amateur de melons" which translates to "The Melon Lover." Below that, there is a dialogue that says, "– Ah! Dieu soit loué... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves !" which translates to "Ah! Thank God... I think that this time I have finally found the melon of my dreams!"

The image depicts two men in what appears to be a marketplace or a store. The man on the left is wearing a formal top hat and inspecting a large melon with great interest, seemingly infatuated with it. The man on the right is wearing more casual clothing and a wide-brimmed hat, also holding a melon but appearing to be less focused on the melon compared to the man on the left. Surrounding them are various other melons displayed on shelves. The illustration conveys a humorous or exaggerated sense of admiration for melons.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-03

This is a French lithograph titled "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" (The Beautiful Days of Life), specifically showing "L'amateur de melons" (The Melon Enthusiast). It's a humorous sketch showing a man in formal dress with a top hat carefully examining or smelling a melon at what appears to be a market or produce stand. In the background, another figure is similarly inspecting produce. The caption at the bottom reads "Ah! Dieu soit loué.... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves!" (Ah! Thank God.... I believe this time I have finally found the melon of my dreams!). The artwork appears to be satirizing the seriousness with which some connoisseurs approach the selection of melons. It's rendered in a charcoal or lithographic style with nice shading and detail typical of 19th-century French caricature art.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-03

The image is a black and white sketch titled "L'AMATEUR DE MELONS" which translates to "The Melon Lover" in English. It depicts a man in a top hat and coat standing at a market stall or shop counter. He is holding and examining a melon closely, as if inspecting its quality or ripeness. In front of him are numerous round objects which appear to be melons or pumpkins piled on the counter. The sketch has a humorous, caricature-like style, exaggerating the man's facial features and posture as he intently scrutinizes the melon. Below the image is some French text that seems to be a caption or description related to the scene.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-03

The image depicts two well-dressed gentlemen engaged in conversation. One man is wearing a top hat and appears to be expressing surprise or excitement, while the other man is gesturing with his hand. They are surrounded by various props, including pumpkins or squashes, suggesting the scene may be taking place in a market or similar setting. The overall style of the illustration is a detailed, pen-and-ink drawing with a hint of caricature or exaggeration in the figures' expressions and poses.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a French lithograph titled "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" (The Beautiful Days of Life), specifically showing "L'amateur de melons" (The Melon Enthusiast). The artwork depicts two figures at what appears to be a market or produce stand with melons. The main figure in the foreground is wearing formal attire including a top hat and is examining a melon with great interest. Another figure is shown from behind in more casual dress. The caption in French reads "Ah! Dieu soit loué.... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves!" which translates to "Ah! Thank God.... I believe this time I have finally found the melon of my dreams!" It's a humorous scene showing someone's passionate dedication to selecting the perfect melon. The artwork appears to be done in a sketchy, lithographic style typical of 19th century French satirical illustrations.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a cartoon by French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, titled "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" (Beautiful Days of Life). It depicts a scene of two men, one dressed in a top hat and the other in a hat, engaged in a conversation in front of a display of melons. The man on the left is holding a melon and appears to be offering it to the other man, who is looking at it with interest. The background of the image shows a market stall with various fruits and vegetables on display.

The cartoon is a commentary on the social class differences between the two men, with the man in the top hat representing the upper class and the other man representing the working class. The image suggests that the upper class has access to finer things in life, such as fresh produce, while the working class has to make do with what is available to them.

The cartoon is also a commentary on the fleeting nature of beauty and the transience of life. The title "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" translates to "Beautiful Days of Life," and the image suggests that these days are short-lived and can be taken away at any moment. The melons in the image are a symbol of beauty and abundance, but they are also perishable and will eventually rot.

Overall, the cartoon is a thought-provoking commentary on social class and the human experience. It is a beautiful example of Toulouse-Lautrec's skill as an artist and his ability to convey complex ideas through simple yet powerful images.

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

The image is a black-and-white illustration of a man in a top hat and coat holding a melon, with another man standing next to him. The illustration is titled "L'AMATEUR DE MELONS" and features a caption at the bottom that reads, "Ah ! Dieu soit loué ... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves !"

The man on the left is wearing a top hat and a long coat, and he is holding a large melon in his hands. He appears to be examining the melon carefully, and his facial expression suggests that he is pleased with what he sees.

The man on the right is wearing a hat and a jacket, and he is standing next to the first man. He appears to be looking at the melon as well, and his facial expression suggests that he is also interested in it.

In the background, there are several other melons visible, which suggests that the scene is taking place in a market or a store where melons are being sold. The overall atmosphere of the illustration is one of excitement and anticipation, as the two men seem to be eagerly awaiting the opportunity to taste the melon.

Overall, the image is a charming and humorous depiction of two men who are passionate about melons. It captures the joy and excitement of discovering something new and delicious, and it invites the viewer to share in their enthusiasm.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image is a black-and-white illustration of two men standing in front of a shelf filled with pumpkins. The man on the left is wearing a top hat and holding a pumpkin, while the man on the right is wearing a hat and looking at the pumpkin. There is text in French on the top and bottom of the image. The illustration has a watermark on the bottom left corner.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-03

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a man in a top hat and a woman in a bonnet. The man is holding a melon and looking at it with a smile. The woman is looking at the melon and seems to be talking to the man. The drawing has a French caption that reads "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" and "L'Amateur de Melons." The drawing also has a date of "7. Juillet 1845" and a number "798." The drawing is on a white background.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white lithograph titled "L'amateur de melons" (The Melon Lover) from the series "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" (The Beautiful Days of Life). The number "N° 73" is printed on the top right corner of the image.

The image depicts a scene in what appears to be a market or shop selling melons. Two men are present, inspecting the melons. On the left, a man dressed in a formal dark coat and a top hat is holding a melon up to his face, seemingly sniffing it with an expression of delight. The caption below reads, "Ah! Dieu soit loué ... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves!..." (Ah! God be praised ... I think this time I have finally found the melon of my dreams!...). His posture and expression suggest a connoisseur who is very pleased with his find.

To the right, a second man is also examining a melon. He wears a hat and a jacket. His back is turned to the viewer, making his expression and intentions less clear.

Behind the two men, shelves are stacked with melons. The background is sketched with hatching to suggest depth and the presence of more produce beyond the immediate scene. The overall style is that of a caricature or satirical illustration.

At the bottom left corner, "Chez Aubert & Cie Pl de la Bourse" is printed, indicating the publisher of the print. On the bottom right corner, "Imp. d'Aubert & Cie" is written. There's also a hand-written date and number, "7 flyben 1845 798" at the very bottom.

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image is a monochrome, satirical lithograph or etching, likely from a 19th-century publication. It depicts a scene with two men, and a display of melons.

Composition:

  • Central figures: Two men are the focus. One, dressed in a coat and top hat, is holding and examining a melon with a look of intense pleasure. The other man, dressed in a working jacket and hat, is also holding and examining a melon.
  • Melons: A variety of melons are displayed on shelves behind the men, reinforcing the setting of a melon market or shop.
  • Background: The background is vague, suggesting the interior of a shop or market stall.

Details & Style:

  • Line work: The image is created with delicate, cross-hatch lines, which lend the scene texture and shading.
  • Satire: The exaggerated expressions and posture of the man in the top hat, and the title "The Amateur of Melons," hint at a satirical commentary about a passionate collector.
  • Text: There is text at the top ("LES BEAUX JOURS DE LA VIE. N973"), indicating the title of the publication it was taken from. The caption at the bottom reads "L'AMATEUR DE MELONS" and the dialogue "Ah! Dieu soit loué....je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves !...." ("Oh! God be praised....I think this time I have finally encountered the melon of my dreams!")

Overall Impression:

The image is a humorous portrayal of a gourmand, passionate about food, likely used for social commentary.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image is a vintage illustration titled "L'amateur de melons," which translates to "The Melon Lover" in English. It appears to be from a series called "Les Beaux Jours de la Vie" (The Beautiful Days of Life), and it is numbered 73. The illustration is by an artist named Cham, whose signature is visible at the bottom right.

The illustration depicts a well-dressed man wearing a top hat and a long coat, carefully examining a melon. He is holding it close to his face, seemingly inspecting it with great interest and care. The man is at a market stall, surrounded by various melons. Another person, likely the vendor, is standing in front of him, facing away from the viewer. The vendor appears to be dressed in simpler, more casual clothing.

Below the illustration, there is a caption in French that reads: "Ah! Dieu soit loué... je crois que cette fois j'ai enfin rencontré le melon de mes rêves!" This translates to: "Ah! Thank God... I think this time I have finally found the melon of my dreams!"

The scene captures a humorous and somewhat exaggerated moment of a person's obsession or keen interest in finding the perfect melon, highlighting the man's meticulous approach to selecting his fruit. The illustration is done in a detailed, sketch-like style typical of the period, adding to its charm and historical context.

Qwen

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Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

LES BEAUX JOURS DE LA VIE No 73 808 Che Aubert &C la Beurse Aubert &C L'AMATEUR DE MELONS - Ah! Dieu soit loué je crois que cette fois jai enfin rencontre le melon de mes reves!
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