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Human Generated Data

Title

The Reader

Date

c. 1762

People

Artist: Johann Georg Wille, German 1715 - 1808

Artist after: Gerhard Dou, Dutch 1613 - 1675

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of William Gray from the collection of Francis Calley Gray, G4089

Human Generated Data

Title

The Reader

People

Artist: Johann Georg Wille, German 1715 - 1808

Artist after: Gerhard Dou, Dutch 1613 - 1675

Date

c. 1762

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of William Gray from the collection of Francis Calley Gray, G4089

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-09

Human 99.4
Art 96.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-09

people 99.8
print 98.5
adult 97.8
one 97.2
engraving 96.4
man 96.1
art 95.9
portrait 89.9
leader 89.4
painting 87.4
illustration 86.6
lithograph 85.7
book series 82.8
woman 82.3
sit 82.1
administration 81.1
old 79.9
text 74.9
military 74.9
antique 74.1

Imagga
created on 2019-08-09

sketch 52.9
drawing 38.2
representation 35
statue 28.5
sculpture 22.7
religion 19.7
cash 19.2
culture 18.8
money 18.7
old 18.1
art 17.9
religious 16.9
television 16.4
one 16.4
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history 15.2
newspaper 15
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god 13.4
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banking 12.9
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portrait 12.3
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man 12.1
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people 11.7
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creation 11.3
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figure 9.2
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carving 7

Google
created on 2019-08-09

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-09

text 97.5
drawing 95.3
art 93.6
human face 93.3
painting 92.8
person 91.4
sketch 87.2
clothing 83
museum 78.5
old 56.6
man 55.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 51-69
Gender Male, 95.8%
Happy 1.4%
Angry 3.7%
Fear 2.1%
Confused 1.6%
Calm 16.5%
Surprised 73.2%
Disgusted 0.8%
Sad 0.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 99.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-09

paintings art 98.5%
streetview architecture 1.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-09

an old photo of a person 74.8%
old photo of a person 68.6%
an old picture of a person 68.5%

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a woman reading a book while sitting in a chair

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-11

This image is an engraving of a figure seated and reading a book. The individual is dressed in 18th-century attire, featuring a head covering and a collared garment with detailed folds, suggesting careful attention to fabric texture by the artist. The figure is positioned in an arched alcove or window-like space, adding depth and a sense of enclosure. Below the image, there is an inscription in French dedicated to Monsieur J.M. Oester, a merchant in Zurich and a member of the Botanical Academy of Florence, suggesting that the artwork is a tribute. The title of the piece is "LA LISEUSE," which translates to "The Reader." The detailed description and dedication indicate that this work was created by an artist with a high level of skill and possibly for a special presentation or honor.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-11

The image depicts an etching or engraving portraying a seated figure dressed in historical attire, characterized by layered garments with frills and folds typical of a bygone era. The figure's posture suggests attentiveness as they hold an open book, appearing to be deeply engaged in reading. The scene is set within an arched structure that resembles a window or an opening of a room. A caption beneath the figure reads "LA LISEUSE," which translates to "The Reader" from French. Additional text below the caption includes a dedication and references suggesting some form of acknowledgement or attribution, notably indicating connections with entities and locations such as an academy of botany in Florence and Zurich. The artwork demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in the rendering of textures and the folds of fabric, revealing a high level of craftsmanship in printmaking from the period it represents.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is a historical engraving titled "La Liseuse" (The Reader), showing an elderly figure in traditional 18th century dress reading a book. The subject is wearing a head covering and simple clothing, and is shown in a window-like stone archway, intently focused on the pages of what appears to be a large book or volume. The artwork demonstrates fine detail in its engraving technique, particularly in the texture of the clothing and the architectural framing. The image includes French text at the bottom indicating it was dedicated to a Mr. Usteri, a merchant in Zurich and member of the Botanical Academy of Florence. The composition creates an intimate scene of quiet study and contemplation, which was a popular subject in art of this period.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-11

This is a historical engraving titled "La Liseuse" (The Reader), depicting an elderly figure in traditional 18th century dress reading a book. The subject is shown in a window-like stone archway, wearing a head covering and simple clothing typical of the period. The reader is deeply engaged with the text, leaning forward slightly while holding what appears to be a large book or volume. The artwork demonstrates fine detail in its engraving technique, particularly in the textures of the clothing and the architectural frame. The image includes a dedication in French at the bottom to "Monsieur J.M. Usteri, Négociant à Zurich" (Mr. J.M. Usteri, Merchant of Zurich), who was a member of the Botanical Academy of Florence. The composition creates an intimate scene of quiet study and contemplation, characteristic of Dutch and French art of this period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-11

The image depicts an elderly woman reading a book or document. She is wearing a headscarf and what appears to be a plain, simple dress or robe. The woman is seated in an arched alcove or niche, suggesting she may be in a library or study. The title below the image identifies her as "La Liseuse", which translates to "The Reader" in French. The text also indicates she is a member of the Ostend Academy of Botany in Zurich.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-11

The image depicts an elderly woman sitting in an arched recess, intently reading from a book or manuscript in her hands. She is dressed in traditional clothing and has a pensive, focused expression on her face. The image is rendered in a detailed, engraved style that suggests it is an illustration or print from a historical publication.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts an elderly woman sitting in a niche, engrossed in reading a book. She is dressed in a long, dark dress with a lighter-colored scarf or shawl around her neck and a head covering. The woman's attire and the setting suggest a scene from the 18th or 19th century.

The woman is seated in a niche, which is framed by an arched top and a textured, woven material that resembles burlap or canvas. The niche is set against a dark background, which helps to focus attention on the woman and her activities.

In the foreground, the woman is the central figure, with her hands holding the book and her eyes focused intently on the pages. Her facial expression conveys a sense of concentration and engagement with the material she is reading.

The background of the image is dark and muted, which helps to create a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and intellectual curiosity, suggesting that the woman is deeply engaged in her reading and is lost in thought.

The image also includes some text at the bottom, which appears to be in French. The text is written in a formal, cursive script and includes the words "LA LISEUSE" and "Dédié à Monsieur J.M. Osteri, Négociant à Zurich." The text suggests that the image may be a portrait or a depiction of a person, rather than simply a scene or a still life.

Overall, the image presents a peaceful and contemplative scene, with the elderly woman as the central figure. The use of muted colors and a dark background helps to create a sense of intimacy and quiet reflection, while the text at the bottom adds context and meaning to the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-11

The image depicts an elderly woman engrossed in reading a book, with the title "La Liseuse" at the bottom. The woman is dressed in a long-sleeved dress and a headscarf, and she holds the book open with both hands. The background of the image features a dark-colored wall with an arched doorway, which serves as a frame for the woman.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption that reads "La Liseuse" in French, accompanied by additional text that provides information about the artist and the artwork. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of quiet contemplation and intellectual pursuits, as the woman is fully absorbed in her reading.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-11

The image is an antique print of a woman in a simple dress and bonnet sitting in an arched doorway, holding a book. The print is titled "La Liseuse," which translates to "The Reader." The print is dated 1812 and is signed by the artist, C. W. L. Wille. The image has a sepia tone and a textured background, giving it an old-fashioned appearance. The woman's expression is serious, and she appears to be engrossed in reading the book. The print is framed in a white border with a decorative pattern.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-11

The image depicts an elderly woman sitting in a chair, engrossed in reading a book. She is wearing a headscarf and a long-sleeved dress, with her hands holding the book. The woman's expression is focused and contemplative, and she appears to be deeply engaged in the content of the book. The setting is simple, with a plain background and minimal distractions, emphasizing the woman's concentration on her reading.

Google Gemini

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

The image is an engraving depicting an elderly woman reading a book. She is seated within a recessed arched window or alcove. The woman is wearing a headscarf, glasses, and a ruffled collar. Her expression suggests concentration as she holds the book open with both hands. The overall style of the engraving is quite detailed, emphasizing the texture of the clothing and the lines of the woman's face. Below the image is text dedicating the work to a Monsieur I.M. Osteri and mentioning other related details.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is an engraving titled "LA LISEUSE" (The Reader). It depicts an elderly woman seated within an arched window frame. She is shown in profile, intently reading a large book held open in her hands. The woman is dressed in attire reminiscent of the 18th century, including a headscarf or cap, a collared dress or blouse, and a simple cloak or gown. She wears spectacles on her nose, suggesting a need for visual assistance.

The window frame has a textured or patterned surface, adding a sense of depth to the image. The background within the window frame is dark, which makes the woman stand out.

At the bottom of the image is text in French. It dedicates the piece to Monsieur I.M. Osteri, a merchant from Zurich and a member of the Academy of Botany in Florence, by his friend and servant, Wille. The inscription also mentions that the original painting, of the same size, is in the Cabinet of Monsieur de Tullienne, Louver (Chevalier of the order of St. Michael and honorary amateur of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture).

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a detailed engraving of a man seated in an alcove, engrossed in reading a book. The man is dressed in historical attire, including a turban-like head covering, a ruffled collar, and a robe with a medal or decoration on his chest. The setting is framed by an arched niche, giving the impression of a window or a recessed space.

At the bottom of the image, there is text in French. The text reads:

"LA LISFUSE.
Dédié à Monsieur J.M. Costeri Néociant à Zurich,
et Membre de l'Académie de Botanique de Florence.
Ce que son ami et serviteur P.J.L.

Gravé d'après le tableau original de M.R. Mengs, qui est dans le Cabinet de S.A.S. l'Electeur Palatin. J.
Leon. Chevalier de l'ordre de S. Michel et Gouverneur honoraire de l'Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture."

This indicates that the engraving is dedicated to a Monsieur J.M. Costeri, a merchant in Zurich and a member of the Botanical Academy of Florence. The engraving is based on an original painting by M.R. Mengs, which is in the cabinet of the Elector Palatine. The engraver is identified as J. Leon, a Knight of the Order of St. Michael and an honorary governor of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture.

The engraving captures a moment of quiet contemplation and study, reflecting the scholarly and artistic traditions of the time.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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