Human Generated Data

Title

Pauline and Virginie Conversing with Admirers

Date

c. 1880 - 1883

People

Artist: Hilaire-Germain-Edgar Degas, French 1834 - 1917

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Meta and Paul J. Sachs, M14295

Human Generated Data

Title

Pauline and Virginie Conversing with Admirers

People

Artist: Hilaire-Germain-Edgar Degas, French 1834 - 1917

Date

c. 1880 - 1883

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of Meta and Paul J. Sachs, M14295

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-28

Art 96.2
Human 92.8
Drawing 59

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

people 100
print 98.7
adult 98.5
art 98.3
woman 96.7
painting 96.6
group 96.3
two 96.2
man 95.7
wear 93.3
child 89.4
street 89.2
vintage 88.7
three 88.7
portrait 88.4
illustration 87
one 85.8
four 85.3
old 84.7
administration 84.4

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

fur coat 100
coat 80.5
garment 40
old 32
stone 26.9
ancient 25.9
architecture 25.8
sculpture 24
statue 21.8
history 21.5
clothing 19.3
religion 18.8
culture 17.9
travel 17.6
building 17.5
art 16
historical 16
temple 15.7
tourism 15.7
wall 15.4
monument 14.9
landmark 12.6
door 12.4
antique 11.3
grunge 11.1
city 10.8
texture 10.4
famous 10.2
carving 10.2
historic 10.1
traditional 10
dirty 9.9
detail 9.7
church 9.2
house 9.2
wood 9.2
vintage 9.1
tourist 9.1
heritage 8.7
palace 8.7
scene 8.7
religious 8.4
cell 8.4
black 8.2
people 7.8
entrance 7.7
medieval 7.7
god 7.7
town 7.4
style 7.4
street 7.4
cemetery 7.3
fountain 7.3
aged 7.2
wooden 7

Google
created on 2022-05-28

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-28

drawing 99.5
sketch 99.3
painting 97.1
child art 86.2
text 81.5
illustration 80.7
old 76.9
art 56.6

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 21-29
Gender Male, 82.1%
Calm 98.2%
Surprised 6.4%
Fear 6%
Sad 2.4%
Disgusted 0.2%
Angry 0.2%
Happy 0.2%
Confused 0.1%

AWS Rekognition

Age 25-35
Gender Female, 74.5%
Calm 99.7%
Surprised 6.3%
Fear 5.9%
Sad 2.2%
Confused 0.1%
Disgusted 0.1%
Angry 0.1%
Happy 0%

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person

Clarifai

Clothing
Human face
Footwear
Person

AWS Rekognition

Painting 95.2%

AWS Rekognition

Person 92.8%

AWS Rekognition

Person 51.9%

Clarifai

Clothing 76.2%

Clarifai

Clothing 74.5%

Clarifai

Clothing 41.5%

Clarifai

Clothing 33.8%

Clarifai

Human face 66.1%

Clarifai

Human face 64.5%

Clarifai

Human face 57.2%

Clarifai

Footwear 38.9%

Clarifai

Person 34.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

streetview architecture 81.2%
nature landscape 12.1%
paintings art 4.2%
pets animals 2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-28

an old photo of a person 88.1%
an old photo of a person 84.7%
old photo of a person 84.6%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-13

a photograph of a drawing of a man in a suit and hat

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

a drawing of people in a train station

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

The image is a black and white artwork depicting a group of people in what appears to be a social gathering, possibly an elegant event or a formal setting. The central figure is a man wearing a top hat and formal attire, standing with his back partially turned to the viewer. There are other figures, both men in similar attire and women dressed elegantly, engaging in conversation or interacting. The scene seems to capture a moment in time with a focus on the social dynamics among the participants. The background is suggestive of an indoor space with walls and possibly other areas or rooms, adding depth to the scene. The overall composition uses light and shadow effectively to create a sense of atmosphere and mood.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

The image is a monochrome etching with a prominently sketched feel. It presents a scene that seems to be from the late 19th or early 20th century, judging by the attire of the characters.

The focus of the image is on three figures in the foreground, two of whom are wearing top hats, suggesting they are males dressed in the formal style of that era. The central figure, with their back to the viewer, appears to be in conversation with a woman facing him, whose face is partly visible and who seems to be wearing a lighter-colored dress with details on the bodice, indicative of feminine attire of the period.

Behind these figures is a blurred background with what could be interpreted as a series of vertical lines, possibly suggesting door panels, walls, or mirrors of a corridor or a room in a shared indoor space.

The etching style gives a sense of movement and immediacy, with light and shadow dramatically contrasting. The figures are rendered with swift, confident lines, suggesting a social or public setting where the individuals are engaged in an interaction. The artwork has a voyeuristic quality, as if the viewer is witnessing a private moment.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image depicts a group of figures in a dimly lit, shadowy setting. In the foreground, a tall, imposing figure stands wearing a large, dark coat and hat. This central figure appears to be a man, though their specific identity is not clear. Behind the central figure, several other indistinct figures are visible, their forms and features obscured by the shadows. The overall atmosphere of the image is somber and mysterious, with a sense of foreboding and unease.

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

This appears to be a black and white sketch or drawing depicting a Victorian-era scene. The central figure is a tall person wearing a long black coat and top hat, standing in what seems to be an indoor setting. In the background, there are lighter-toned architectural elements suggesting walls or doorways. To the left of the main figure are other figures in period dress, including what appears to be someone in lighter-colored clothing. The artwork has a loose, gestural quality with areas of dark shading and lighter spaces creating contrast and depth. The style suggests it might be from the late 19th century, with the kind of atmospheric quality often seen in sketches from that period.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image depicts a black and white sketch of a group of people, with the central figure being a man in a top hat. The man is dressed in formal attire, including a long coat and holding a cane in his right hand. He appears to be standing in a hallway or corridor, surrounded by other individuals who are also dressed in formal clothing.

The sketch is rendered in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and subtle shading that captures the textures and folds of the clothing. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the scene may be set in a high-society gathering or event.

The use of black and white adds to the sense of timelessness and classicism, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. The sketch may be intended to evoke a sense of refinement and culture, highlighting the importance of formal attire and social etiquette in certain contexts.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The painting 'The Street Singer' by Edgar Degas, created in 1879, depicts a poignant scene of a street singer. The artist's use of bold brushstrokes and a focus on the subject's expression and posture convey a sense of melancholy and introspection. Degas' unique approach to capturing movement and emotion in his subjects is evident in this work, showcasing his skill in rendering the human figure with a sense of depth and realism.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a scene that appears to be from the 19th century. The drawing depicts a man wearing a top hat standing in front of a woman who is also wearing a top hat. The man is looking at the woman, and the woman is looking at him. Behind them, there is another man who is also wearing a top hat. The scene appears to be taking place in a hallway or corridor, with a door visible in the background. The drawing has a vintage and nostalgic feel, suggesting a bygone era of fashion and social customs.

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a group of people in a room. The room is dimly lit, with a few curtains hanging on the wall. The curtains are hanging in a way that they are partially open, revealing the wall behind them. The group of people is standing in a row, with one person standing in front of the others. The person in front is wearing a hat and holding a cup in his hand.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-13

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression

The image is a monochrome etching depicting a scene, likely from the 19th century, filled with people in formal attire. The style is characteristic of the period, with a focus on conveying atmosphere and emotion through line and contrast rather than minute detail.

Key Elements

  • Central Figures: The dominant figures are two men wearing top hats and long dark coats, facing away from the viewer. They are likely the focal point of the image, given their prominent positioning. The man in front holds something in his hand.
  • Surrounding Figures: There are several other figures in the scene. A couple of women are visible, the figure on the left and a glimpse of the figure on the right of the men. There appears to be a fourth figure in the background, perhaps walking down a hallway.
  • Setting: The scene seems to be indoors, possibly a hall or a passage. The lines of the walls, door frames, and the way the light appears to be coming in, suggests a defined architectural setting.

Style and Technique

  • Etching: The image is an etching, evidenced by the lines and textures created by the artist.
  • Monochrome: The artwork is in shades of gray, emphasizing the contrasts in light and shadow.
  • Atmospheric: The artist uses a looser style to capture the ambiance of the moment.

Possible Interpretation

The scene likely captures a social gathering or a scene from everyday life, such as an art gallery, a concert, or a formal meeting. The formal attire and the setting suggest a sense of elegance and sophistication.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-16

The image is a black and white drawing that appears to depict a scene from the late 19th century or early 20th century, with figures dressed in formal attire.

In the foreground, there are several figures. Two men are wearing top hats and dark overcoats. The man in the front is facing away from the viewer, with his hands behind his back. To the left, there are women in what seems to be formal dresses, with one woman having an elaborate headpiece or hairstyle.

The background shows a corridor or hallway with vertical architectural elements, possibly pillars or columns. The lighting is somewhat subdued, adding to the vintage and atmospheric feel of the artwork. A figure is partially visible in the distance at the end of the corridor, further suggesting a bustling social event or gathering.

The drawing style appears to be loose and impressionistic, with the details rendered through quick and expressive strokes rather than precise lines. This gives the image a sense of movement and immediacy.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image is a monochromatic artwork, likely a sketch or print, depicting a scene from what appears to be the late 19th or early 20th century. The setting seems to be an indoor space, possibly a hallway or a foyer.

In the foreground, there is a man dressed in a formal suit and top hat, facing away from the viewer. He is holding a cane or an umbrella in his right hand. To his left, a woman dressed in a long, flowing gown with a large bow at the back is standing, also facing away. She appears to be engaged in conversation with another person who is partially obscured.

In the background, there are additional figures, including another man in a top hat and a woman, both of whom are also dressed in period attire. The scene has a sense of movement and interaction, suggesting a social gathering or event. The overall tone of the artwork is somewhat muted and atmospheric, with a focus on the attire and posture of the figures.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image is a black and white drawing that depicts a scene with a man in formal attire walking down a hallway. The man is wearing a top hat, a dark coat, and appears to be holding a cane or stick in his right hand. He is looking to his left, and his gaze seems to be directed at a group of people in the background.

The group consists of several individuals, including women in dresses. One woman is wearing a light-colored dress and appears to be engaged in conversation with others. The background is somewhat indistinct, with vertical lines suggesting the presence of doors or windows, and the overall atmosphere of the drawing is somewhat shadowy and moody, characteristic of a sketch or etching. The style of the drawing suggests it could be from the late 19th or early 20th century, given the fashion and the technique used.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image is a black-and-white sketch or etching depicting a social scene. In the foreground, a man wearing a top hat and a long coat is prominently featured, standing with his back partially turned to the viewer. He is holding gloves in his right hand and a cane in his left. To his left, two women are engaged in conversation, one of whom is also wearing a top hat and a fur coat. The background shows a dimly lit corridor or hallway with other figures and architectural details, such as columns and arches. The overall atmosphere suggests a formal or semi-formal gathering, possibly in a theater or opera house foyer. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of late 19th or early 20th-century art.

Text analysis

Google

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