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Human Generated Data

Title

Ersatz

Date

1919

People

Artist: Jean-Louis Forain, French 1852 - 1931

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Edwin deT. Bechtel, M12784

Human Generated Data

Title

Ersatz

People

Artist: Jean-Louis Forain, French 1852 - 1931

Date

1919

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Edwin deT. Bechtel, M12784

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-25

Human 99.7
Drawing 99.4
Art 99.4
Sketch 96.1
Doodle 82.4
Astronaut 81.2
Mammal 63.6
Animal 63.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-03-25

people 97.7
one 97.4
adult 97.3
action 94.9
man 94.7
motion 94.5
wear 93.1
balance 90.7
skill 86.6
competition 83.5
woman 81.5
no person 81.5
side view 81.4
athlete 79.2
painting 78.3
art 76.5
recreation 73.2
sports equipment 73
portrait 73
exercise 72.9

Imagga
created on 2019-03-25

sketch 100
drawing 100
representation 100
art 18.2
splash 17.8
design 17.4
silhouette 17.4
line 16.3
liquid 15.7
grunge 15.3
black 14.4
pattern 14.4
element 14.1
drop 13.6
shape 13.4
water 13.3
backdrop 13.2
backgrounds 13
ink 12.5
energy 11.8
graphic 11.7
drops 11.3
texture 11.1
wallpaper 10.7
drip 10.7
light 10.7
artistic 10.4
high 10.4
cold 10.3
sky 10.2
speed 10.1
vintage 9.9
sport 9.9
transparent 9.9
clear 9.6
outline 9.5
bubble 9.4
clean 9.2
old 9.1
paint 9.1
ripple 8.6
winter 8.5
drink 8.4
dark 8.4
elements 8.3
retro 8.2
recreation 8.1
close 8
decoration 8
splat 7.9
paper 7.8
color 7.8
pour 7.8
droplet 7.8
splashing 7.7
motion 7.7
flower 7.7
floral 7.7
elegance 7.6
flowing 7.5
style 7.4
man 7.4
effect 7.3
lines 7.2
holiday 7.2
snow 7.2
creative 7.1

Google
created on 2019-03-25

Drawing 94.9
Sketch 89.2
Illustration 78.4
Art 77.7
Visual arts 73.1
Figure drawing 68.6
Artwork 66.8
Paper 64.2
Paper product 55.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-03-25

text 94.2
kite 94.2
flying 37.8
black and white 33
boy 22
art 19.7

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 54.7%
Confused 45.2%
Happy 45.1%
Calm 46.8%
Disgusted 45%
Sad 45.9%
Angry 51.9%
Surprised 45.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Horse
Person

Clarifai

Human face

AWS Rekognition

Horse 63.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-03-25

paintings art 100%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

sketch of a man with a bow and arrow.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of a drawing of a man holding a pole with a dog

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-22

This is a black and white drawing or print featuring cartoon-like figures. At the top of the image, the word "ERSATZ" is written. On the right side of the picture stands a stout figure in mid-swing with a baseball bat, seemingly having just hit a ball, and the motion lines suggest a fast, powerful hit. This character is wearing a round helmet with pointy ears, resembling a classic knight's helmet, and is wearing a suit with a belt. The artist has drawn exaggerated features to emphasize the power of the swing.

On the left side, far below the swinging figure, is a much smaller character crumpled on the ground as if recoiling from being hit. This figure appears shocked, with stars around their head, indicating a hit or a sudden impact. The wire or rope connecting the bat to the helmet of the smaller figure suggests that the bat was actually a part of the protective gear worn by the tiny character, providing a comically unrealistic portrayal of sports equipment.

Underneath the image, there is a handwritten script. Due to the resolution and script style, it's not entirely clear, but it could be a caption related to the artwork, often found in political or satirical cartoons.

The overall tone of the work is humorous and whimsical, playing with the concept of "ersatz," a German word that means "substitute" or "replacement," often used in the context of replacing a good with an inferior or makeshift alternative. It’s a visual pun, presumably, on the use of substandard or unexpected materials or methods in place of traditional equipment, in this case for a sports scenario. The artist's signature and some numbers are written near the bottom right corner, indicating that this could be part of a limited series of prints.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-22

The image is a minimalist drawing titled "Ersatz". It depicts an inflated, anthropomorphic figure floating in the air, tethered to a thin, long line. The figure appears to resemble a rotund person in a uniform with a distinct cap and a belt. Near the bottom right, there is another smaller figure actively inflating the larger floating figure, using a pump. The large figure hovers above the ground with the tethered line extending down to the smaller figure. The composition is sparse, with most of the focus on these two figures and minimal background detail. Near the bottom, there is some handwriting that appears to be a caption in French.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This appears to be a humorous sketch or cartoon drawing showing a figure being launched or propelled high into the air, likely from some kind of pump or springboard mechanism. The figure is drawn in a simple, loose style and appears to be wearing what looks like a suit or formal attire. There's a French caption at the bottom which reads "Encore un coup de pompe et on te verra du quai d'Orsay" which roughly translates to "One more pump and we'll see you from the Quai d'Orsay" (the Quai d'Orsay is a location in Paris). The drawing has a light, whimsical quality and uses minimal lines to convey the action and movement of the scene.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-22

The image appears to be a black and white sketch or drawing depicting a comical figure. The figure is shown jumping or leaping, with a mustached face and an exaggerated, rotund body shape. There are additional sketched elements in the background, including a small figure in the lower right corner. The overall style and subject matter suggest this is a humorous or satirical illustration.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-22

This appears to be a cartoon or satirical sketch, likely from a historical period, showing a figure climbing what appears to be a very tall pole or mast. At the bottom of the pole, there's a much smaller figure looking up. The drawing has a title or caption in French that reads "Encore un coup de pompe et on te verra du quai d'Orsay," which roughly translates to "One more pump and we'll see you from the Quai d'Orsay." The image is rendered in a simple black and white sketch style, with minimal background detail except for a faint horizon line. The Quai d'Orsay reference suggests this is likely a French political cartoon, as that location is famously associated with French government and diplomacy.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-22

The image is a sketch by Salvador Dalí, titled "Ersatz," created in 1924. It depicts a soldier on a tightrope, with a large, grotesque figure looming above him. The soldier is shown in a precarious position, balancing on a thin line, while the giant figure appears to be reaching down towards him. The scene is set against a stark, monochromatic background, which adds to the sense of tension and unease. The overall effect of the image is one of surrealism and anxiety, as the viewer is left to wonder what will happen next.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-22

This image is a drawing by French artist Henri-Gabriel Ibels, titled "Ersatz." The artwork features a large, anthropomorphic figure with a mustache and a pointed hat, reminiscent of a military uniform. The figure appears to be made of a material that resembles a sausage or a balloon, with a long, thin tail extending from its backside.

The figure is depicted in a dynamic pose, as if it is about to jump or leap into action. Its facial expression is one of determination and energy, adding to the overall sense of movement and vitality in the image.

In the background, there are some faint lines and markings that suggest a landscape or a cityscape, but these details are not clearly defined. The overall effect of the image is one of playfulness and humor, as if the artist is poking fun at the idea of a military figure being made of a fragile or ephemeral material.

The use of bold lines and expressive brushstrokes adds to the sense of energy and movement in the image, creating a dynamic and engaging visual experience for the viewer. Overall, "Ersatz" is a charming and whimsical drawing that showcases Ibels' skill as an artist and his ability to create humorous and thought-provoking images.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-27

The image depicts a black-and-white drawing of a man with a mustache and a hat, wearing a belt, holding a stick with a rope attached to it. The man is in the air, and the rope is attached to his feet. The drawing has a French text, "Encore un coup, le temps et le voile, en quel il l'Orsay," which translates to "One more time, the time and the veil, in which it is the Orsay." The drawing also has a signature "F. 252/300" at the bottom right corner.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-27

The image shows a drawing of two cartoon characters. One of them is standing on a pole, holding a rifle, and wearing a hat. The other character is standing on the ground, holding a rope, and wearing a hat and a shirt. Both characters are wearing shoes. There is a quote written at the bottom of the image. The drawing is on a white background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

The image is a satirical drawing. It depicts a large, inflated caricature of a German soldier, characterized by his distinctive helmet and mustache. The soldier is attached to a curved "pump," which is being operated by a smaller figure in the foreground. The soldier floats above the ground, with a single line extending from his foot downward, forming the base of his inflation.

In the distance, there is a simple horizon line with a few indistinct structures that could be buildings or ships. The drawing style is loose and sketchy, emphasizing the comedic and exaggerated nature of the scene. The text at the bottom in French translates to "Another pump and we will see the quay of Orsay." The work's title, "Ersatz," suggests a theme of substitution or a lack of something real.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

The image is a black and white caricature titled "Ersatz." It shows a large, distorted figure of a German soldier standing stiffly. The soldier is wearing a spiked helmet and has a thick mustache. He appears swollen or inflated, with a long, thin line extending from beneath him to the ground.

In the background, a smaller figure, possibly another soldier, is digging. The scene is set near the "quai d'Orsay," as indicated by the inscription at the bottom, which reads "Encore un coup de pompe et on le verre du quai d'Orsay" which translates to "One more pump and we'll see the quai d'Orsay".

The overall tone of the image is satirical, likely commenting on the inflated ego or artificial nature of the German military during the era it was created in.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white illustration, likely a political cartoon, depicting a humorous and exaggerated scene. The central figure is a large, overweight man wearing a robe and a tall, pointed hat. He is holding a long pole, possibly a broom or a staff, and appears to be in a dynamic pose, perhaps dancing or jumping.

In the background, there is a smaller figure who seems to be observing the larger figure. This smaller figure is sitting on the ground and appears to be a child or a smaller person, wearing a hat and holding something in their hand.

The caption at the bottom of the image is in French and reads: "Encore un coup de balai et voilà le ventre de Gargantua L'Ordre." This translates to "Another sweep of the broom and here is Gargantua's belly, The Order." This suggests a satirical commentary, possibly on political or social issues, using the character of Gargantua, a giant from French literature known for his enormous appetite and size.

The overall tone of the illustration is satirical and humorous, using exaggeration and caricature to convey its message.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

This image is a black and white drawing that appears to be a satirical or humorous cartoon. The central figure is a tall, thin man with a disproportionately large head and a mustache, wearing a military-style uniform with a helmet and a belt. His body is elongated and stretched, with his legs and arms exaggeratedly thin and elongated. He is holding a long, thin pole or staff that is connected to a small figure on the ground, who is dressed in a similar military uniform and appears to be struggling or working against the tall figure's efforts. The small figure is on a piece of fabric or cloth that seems to be billowing in the wind. The setting is minimal, with a simple representation of the ground and a few lines suggesting a horizon or distant buildings. The text at the bottom of the image reads, "Encore un coup de pompe et voilà voici le quai de l'Orsay," which translates to "Another pump and there you have it, the Orsay Quay." The title of the piece, "ERSATZ," is written at the top. The drawing is signed by the artist at the bottom right.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

This image is a satirical cartoon titled "Ersatz," which is a German word for "substitute" or "replacement." The drawing features a large, grotesque figure of a soldier with exaggerated features, including a long, thin leg that is being pumped up by a smaller figure. The soldier appears to be inflated and is holding a rifle, suggesting an artificial or inadequate substitute for a real soldier. The smaller figure, who is pumping the leg, is dressed in a more traditional military uniform, indicating that this person might be a real soldier or someone in authority. The text at the bottom of the image reads "Encore un coup de pompe et on la voit sur le quai d'Orsay," which translates to "One more pump and we'll see her on the Quai d'Orsay," suggesting that the inflated soldier is being prepared for a public appearance or display. The overall tone of the cartoon is mocking and critical, likely commenting on the quality of soldiers or the military during a specific historical period. The artist's signature, "Grandville," is visible in the bottom right corner, along with the edition number "55/300."

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

ERSATZ Tos
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