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Title

General View of Havana

Date

19th century

People

Artist: Félix Achille Saint-Aulaire, French 1801 - after 1838

Artist after: James Gay Sawkins, American 1806 - 1878

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Charles H. Taylor, M3495

Human Generated Data

Title

General View of Havana

People

Artist: Félix Achille Saint-Aulaire, French 1801 - after 1838

Artist after: James Gay Sawkins, American 1806 - 1878

Date

19th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Charles H. Taylor, M3495

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2022-05-27

Person 98.6
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Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

landscape 98.2
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Imagga
created on 2022-05-27

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Google
created on 2022-05-27

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Microsoft
created on 2022-05-27

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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 98.6%
Person 98.4%
Person 97.7%
Person 96.3%
Painting 51.2%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-27

a person standing in front of a window 50.1%
an old photo of a person 50%
old photo of a person 49.9%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-29

This image is a historical lithograph titled "Vista General de la Habana," which translates to "General View of Havana." The artwork presents a broad and detailed panoramic view of the city of Havana, Cuba, around the time it was created. The cityscape is finely detailed with numerous buildings, ships in the harbor, and a skyline that includes notable historical structures.

In the foreground, there is a group of four people—three are standing, and one is sitting. Two of the standing figures appear to be having a discussion while pointing towards the city, and one of them is holding an umbrella. The seated person seems to be looking through a telescope or binoculars, observing the landscape or ships in the harbor.

Additionally, a cow is lying down in the grassy foreground, adding a pastoral element to the scene. The lush landscape includes palm trees and possibly other tropical vegetation, indicative of Havana's Caribbean setting.

The sky is filled with dramatic clouds that add depth and a sense of atmosphere to the image. The lower part of the lithograph includes inscriptions dedicating the work to the Royal Society and attributing it to Eduardo Laplante.

This lithograph not only provides a visual representation of Havana's physical geography and urban landscape from a historical perspective but also captures an element of daily life and exploration during the period.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-05

This image is a black and white print depicting a panoramic view of Havana (La Habana). The viewpoint is from an elevated position, looking down onto the city and harbor area. The city is seen in the middle distance, with buildings tightly clustered together, several church spires and other structures are visible. In the foreground, there are a few individuals: a group of three people, one of whom is holding a firearm, perhaps hunting or pointing at something in the distance; another person is holding an umbrella or parasol, possibly to provide shade. To the left, there is a cow or ox lying down near some trees. The harbor is filled with various ships and boats, showing signs of an active port. The sky is filled with expressive cloud formations, suggesting a detailed atmospheric study.

Below the image, there's some text indicating it is a general view of Havana, dedicated "al Exmo. Señor Don Leopold O'Donnell" by the artist Eduardo Laplante, according to the inscriptions. The text is in Spanish and also includes the titles and affiliations of the individual to whom the piece is dedicated. The numbering in the upper right corner suggests this is Plate No. 3 from a series. The quality of the lines and shades indicates that it is likely an etching or an engraving, a common method of image reproduction in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-26

This is a historical lithograph showing a panoramic view of Havana, Cuba. The artwork appears to be from the 19th century and shows the city and harbor from an elevated vantage point. In the foreground, there are several figures standing on a hill - they appear to be well-dressed observers looking out over the cityscape. There's also a resting ox or cow in the foreground. The middle ground shows a town with palm trees and various buildings scattered throughout the landscape. In the background, the harbor is visible with numerous sailing ships anchored in the bay. The sky is depicted with dramatic clouds. The image has a caption in Spanish that reads "Vista General de la Habana" (General View of Havana). The overall composition gives a romantic, colonial-era perspective of the Cuban capital, typical of landscape art from this period.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-05

The image appears to be a panoramic view of the city of Havana, Cuba. It depicts a vast landscape with a harbor filled with ships and sailboats. The cityscape is shown in the distance, with various buildings and structures visible. The foreground features a rural area with palm trees, houses, and people walking along a path. The sky is filled with clouds, creating a dramatic and atmospheric scene. Overall, the image provides a comprehensive view of the city and its surroundings during what seems to be a historical time period.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white illustration of a cityscape, likely from the 19th century. The scene is set in a tropical or subtropical region, with palm trees and other vegetation visible in the foreground. In the distance, a large body of water can be seen, possibly a harbor or bay.

In the foreground, several people are shown standing on a hill overlooking the city. One person is holding an umbrella, while another appears to be pointing towards the city. A cow is also visible in the foreground, lying down on the grass.

The sky above is cloudy, with dark clouds gathering in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of tranquility and peacefulness, despite the presence of clouds that may indicate an impending storm.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption in Spanish that reads "Vista General de la Habana" (General View of Havana). This suggests that the city depicted in the image is Havana, Cuba. The illustration is likely a representation of the city during the colonial era, when it was a major port and trading center in the Caribbean.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and charm of Havana during a bygone era.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-05

The image is a vintage black and white drawing of a landscape, depicting a cityscape with buildings, trees, and a body of water in the background. The foreground features people standing on a hill, one of whom is pointing towards the city. A cow is lying on the grass in the bottom left corner. The sky is cloudy.

The image appears to be a historical illustration or engraving, possibly from the 19th century, given its style and the presence of old-fashioned clothing and architecture. The scene may depict a specific location, such as Havana, Cuba, as suggested by the text at the bottom of the image. However, without further context or information, it is difficult to determine the exact location or purpose of the image.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a panoramic view of the city of Havana, Cuba. The drawing depicts a cityscape with buildings, trees, and a river running through it. In the foreground, there are several people standing and walking, and a cow is lying down. The drawing also includes a watermark in the bottom left corner. The image has a vintage feel, and it appears to be a historical artwork.

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

The image is a vintage black-and-white photograph of a landscape. It features a group of people standing on the right side of the image, with one of them holding an umbrella. There is a cow lying on the ground on the left side. In the distance, there are buildings, trees, and a body of water. On the right side, there is a watermark with the text "Vista General De La Habana" and a crown.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

This is a monochrome, likely lithographic print titled "Vista General de la Habana" (General View of Havana). The print depicts a panoramic vista of Havana, Cuba.

In the foreground, the scene is set on a grassy hill. A cow is resting in the lower left corner. In the center, two men in formal attire (likely of the 19th century) are observing the view; one is pointing towards the city with a walking stick, and the other is using a telescope. Behind them, another figure kneels, and a fourth person stands holding an umbrella.

Beyond the hill, the cityscape of Havana unfolds, featuring buildings, towers, and palm trees. The coastline is dotted with sailing ships.

The sky occupies a significant portion of the image, filled with voluminous, detailed clouds, adding depth and atmosphere to the scene.

Lettering beneath the image, and in the lower corners of the print identifies the title, dedication to the Royal Society, and the author, Santiago I. Sawkins. There's also a small coat of arms-like emblem. The print is detailed, suggesting a careful rendering of the subject matter, capturing the architectural and natural elements of the city and its surroundings.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

This is a historical, black-and-white print depicting a general view of Havana, Cuba. The image is an engraved cityscape, likely from the early 19th century, showcasing the harbor and city.

Here's a breakdown of the elements:

  • Landscape: The foreground features a rolling hill where a cow rests. The city of Havana is in the middle distance, with numerous buildings, palm trees, and ships dotting the harbor. The background shows the sky covered with puffy clouds.
  • People: Several elegantly dressed men are in the foreground, some of them holding walking sticks and umbrellas.
  • Text: There is text below the image, which provides the title of the artwork, "VISTA GENERAL DE LA HABANA" (General View of Havana), along with dedications, the names of the artist Santiago G. Hawkins.
  • Style: The print has a detailed, classical style.

Overall, it's a beautifully rendered historical depiction of Havana, capturing its urban landscape and possibly highlighting the status of the city at the time the work was created.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-27

The image is a historical lithograph depicting a general view of Havana, Cuba. The title at the bottom reads "Vista General de la Habana," which translates to "General View of Havana." The lithograph is dedicated to the Royal Society and is based on a drawing by Amigó del país (Friend of the Country) and lithographed by Lemercier.

The scene captures a panoramic view of Havana from a slightly elevated perspective, showcasing the city's landscape, harbor, and surrounding areas. In the foreground, there are a few people, some standing and others seated, dressed in what appears to be traditional or period clothing. There is also a cow lying down in the grass. The middle ground features a variety of structures, including houses, palm trees, and other vegetation, leading to the harbor filled with numerous ships. The background includes a distant view of the cityscape with buildings and more ships in the harbor.

The sky is filled with clouds, adding depth and a dramatic effect to the scene. The overall tone of the lithograph is monochromatic, with detailed shading and line work to depict the landscape and figures. The image provides a glimpse into the historical appearance and atmosphere of Havana during the period it was created.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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