Human Generated Data

Title

Etching XIII

Date

1957

People

Artist: Pierre Soulages, French 1919 - 2022

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Deknatel Purchase Fund, M15625

Copyright

© Pierre Soulages / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

Etching XIII

People

Artist: Pierre Soulages, French 1919 - 2022

Date

1957

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Deknatel Purchase Fund, M15625

Copyright

© Pierre Soulages / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-06

Wood 98.6
Art 68.9
Hardwood 61.8
Advertisement 55.6
Collage 55.6
Poster 55.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-06

no person 97.8
texture 93.1
one 93
art 92.6
wear 92.5
wood 91.7
desktop 90.6
vintage 89
pattern 88.3
people 88.2
still life 86.9
abstract 86.4
design 86.1
dirty 84.8
school 83.7
education 82.5
color 82.1
old 81.9
text 81.5
industry 79.2

Imagga
created on 2019-11-06

stack 35.1
chocolate 22.8
sweet 19.8
brown 19.1
pile 18.8
dark 18.4
gearing 18.2
device 17.8
block 17.5
sugar 17.2
dessert 16.8
cocoa 16.7
old 16
food 14.7
candy 14.3
paper 14.3
book 14.1
blocks 13.6
broken 12.5
snack 12
black 11.7
tower 11.6
delicious 11.6
antique 11.4
heap 11.3
education 11.2
ancient 11.2
support 11.2
close 10.8
wisdom 10.7
books 10.6
information 10.6
milk 10.5
treat 10.5
group 10.5
culture 10.2
bar 10.2
architecture 9.8
literature 9.7
objects 9.6
piece 9.5
vintage 9.1
school 9
stacked 8.8
library 8.7
calorie 8.7
temptation 8.7
statue 8.6
box 8.5
study 8.4
texture 8.3
object 8.1
equipment 7.9
ingredient 7.9
business 7.9
chunk 7.9
sweets 7.8
3d 7.7
sculpture 7.7
gourmet 7.6
healthy 7.6
eat 7.6
fastener 7.5
learning 7.5
fat 7.5
document 7.4
symbol 7.4
stone 7.3
slice 7.3
metal 7.2
gear 7.2
history 7.2

Google
created on 2019-11-06

Black 95.4
Font 75
Line 73
Tire 65.8
Automotive tire 63
Art 58.1
Drawing 51.1
Rectangle 50.5

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-06

text 99.8
weapon 80.9
drawing 73.4
gun 26.6

Color Analysis

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-06

a screenshot of a video game 31%
a close up of a device 30.9%
a close up of a logo 30.8%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-25

a photograph of a black and white drawing of a large piece of wood -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image portrays an abstract artwork consisting of bold, dark, horizontal brushstrokes layered vertically in an irregular stack formation. The brushstrokes are dense and textured, and the image is rendered entirely in black against a beige or off-white background. The organic, uneven edges of the brushstrokes create a sense of movement and depth, despite the simplicity of the color palette. The print features small gaps and variations in opacity, hinting at the rough texture of the medium used. There are faint artist signatures or inscriptions at the bottom margins of the artwork.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-02

This image features a piece of artwork consisting of dark, roughly textured blocks arranged in an interlocking pattern against a cream-colored background. The blocks are painted in a way that gives them a tactile, almost weathered look, with variations in the brushstrokes that suggest the work was hand-crafted. There are small gaps between the blocks that allow the background to show through, creating a sense of dimensional layering. On the lower-left corner of the image, there's a handwritten annotation, possibly a signature or title of the artwork. On the lower-right side, there appears to be another signature. The overall effect is abstract, and the image plays with form and negative space in a way that might invite various interpretations from viewers.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is an abstract artwork consisting of thick horizontal black brushstrokes or bars stacked vertically on a light beige background. The strokes appear to be made with ink or paint and have a rough, textural quality with some areas showing variations in opacity and edges that aren't perfectly straight. There are small gaps and spaces between some of the bars, creating a subtle rhythm in the composition. The overall shape suggests a rough rectangular form, though it's not geometrically precise. The style is minimalist and appears to be influenced by abstract expressionism. The contrast between the deep black marks and the light background creates a strong visual impact.

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

The image shows an abstract geometric composition made up of thick, roughly textured black brushstrokes on a tan or beige background. The brushstrokes are arranged in a stacked, interlocking pattern that resembles a jumbled pile of logs or wooden beams. The strokes vary in length and width, creating an organic, almost sculptural sense of depth and dimension. The heavy, gestural quality of the brushwork gives the composition a feeling of raw, primal energy. The artist's signature "Soulages" and the date "27.12.63" are visible in the lower right corner, indicating this is an artwork created by the French artist Pierre Soulages in 1963.

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

The image appears to be an abstract artwork composed of various dark, irregularly shaped blocks or rectangles arranged vertically on a lighter-colored background. The forms have a textural quality, suggesting they may have been created using a printmaking technique such as lithography or etching. The overall composition has a bold, geometric quality, with the darker elements contrasting against the lighter background. The artwork has a striking, minimalist aesthetic, drawing attention to the interplay of shape, texture, and negative space.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image is a piece of art, likely a painting or drawing, featuring a prominent black shape resembling a stack of wooden planks or blocks. The shape is composed of irregularly shaped rectangles stacked on top of each other, with some gaps between them. The black color has a rough, textured appearance, suggesting it may be painted or drawn with a bold, expressive stroke.

The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the dark, bold shape in the foreground. There are some faint, illegible words written in pencil at the bottom left and right corners of the image, but they do not appear to be part of the main artwork.

Overall, the image presents a striking visual composition that draws the viewer's attention to the central shape. The use of contrasting colors and textures creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, inviting the viewer to explore the artwork further.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a piece of artwork, likely a print or painting, featuring a dark brown abstract design on a beige background. The design consists of irregularly shaped blocks stacked vertically, with some blocks overlapping others. The blocks are rough and textured, giving the impression of being hand-painted or printed.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is some illegible text in a foreign language, possibly French. In the bottom-right corner, the artist's signature is visible, but it is also illegible. The overall effect of the artwork is one of simplicity and elegance, with the bold, dark shapes standing out against the light background.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a monochromatic artwork, possibly a print or painting, featuring a series of overlapping, irregularly shaped black lines or forms. The composition is abstract, with no discernible subject matter or recognizable objects. The lines vary in thickness and texture, creating a sense of depth and movement within the composition. The overall effect is one of dynamism and complexity, with the viewer's eye drawn to the interplay of light and shadow within the black shapes. The artwork is displayed on a white background, which contrasts with the dark tones of the composition and draws attention to the intricate details of the lines and forms.

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

The image depicts a piece of artwork that appears to be a monochromatic painting or a drawing. The artwork features a series of thick, dark, vertical lines that are arranged in a grid-like pattern. The lines are uneven and have a textured appearance, suggesting that the artist may have used a brush or a similar tool to create them. The overall effect is one of depth and dimension, as the lines seem to recede into the background. The artwork is framed by a light-colored border, which adds to the sense of depth and dimension.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

The image presents an abstract composition in dark brown on a light beige or off-white background. The main element consists of a series of roughly rectangular blocks stacked irregularly upon each other. The blocks have varying widths and lengths, and they are not perfectly aligned, giving the structure an organic, slightly asymmetrical appearance.

The texture of the blocks suggests they may have been created with a brush or some kind of textured tool, as there are visible brushstrokes and variations in the density of the dark brown pigment. Gaps or "holes" are visible in a few places within the stacked blocks, allowing the background color to show through.

The bottom left corner of the image includes a small inscription in cursive, which reads "épreuve d'artiste." The artist's signature, "Mehery," is also present in the bottom right corner. The composition is focused in the center of the page, with ample blank space surrounding it.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

Here is a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a monochromatic, abstract artwork with a strong, textured composition. It has a minimalist aesthetic, emphasizing form and texture over specific representational elements.

Detailed Description:

  • Subject: The central element is a dark, blocky shape that appears to be constructed from stacked rectangular forms. These forms have a rough, textured surface, giving the impression of wood grain or possibly a manipulated surface.
  • Color and Tone: The artwork utilizes a single color, a deep brown or dark sepia tone. This color contrasts with the light, off-white background, creating a strong visual impact.
  • Composition: The main shape is centrally positioned, creating a balanced and symmetrical feel. There are small negative spaces (the white areas) within the black form, which provides further visual interest.
  • Technique: The artwork seems to be a print, possibly a woodcut or a similar technique. The textured surface and the rough edges of the shapes suggest an ink-based process.
  • Text and Signature: There are two lines of text (likely in French) and a signature, in the bottom right of the image.

Overall Interpretation:

The artwork evokes a sense of solidity and monumentality. It's a study in form, texture, and the play of positive and negative space. The abstract nature of the image invites the viewer to interpret its meaning and feel free to have their own thoughts on what it might represent.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts an abstract artwork, specifically a lithograph, characterized by bold, dark brushstrokes against a light background. The composition consists of thick, irregular black lines and shapes that create a sense of depth and texture. The brushstrokes appear to be layered and overlapping, giving the piece a dynamic and somewhat chaotic feel.

In the lower left corner of the image, there is a small inscription that reads "épreuve d'artiste," which translates to "artist's proof" in English. This indicates that the print is a test or trial proof made by the artist. In the lower right corner, the artist's signature and the year "69" are visible, suggesting that the artwork was created in 1969. The overall style and technique are reminiscent of mid-20th-century abstract expressionism, focusing on the emotional and physical act of painting rather than representational imagery.

Text analysis

Amazon

d aunfe
i'future d aunfe
muuu
i'future

Google

pue d'auts
pue
d'auts