Human Generated Data

Title

Niobe

Date

18th-19th century

People

Artist: Samuel Smith, British c. 1745 - c. 1808

Artist: William Sharp, British 1749 - 1824

Artist after: Richard Wilson, British 1714 - 1782

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of William Gray from the collection of Francis Calley Gray, G3694

Human Generated Data

Title

Niobe

People

Artist: Samuel Smith, British c. 1745 - c. 1808

Artist: William Sharp, British 1749 - 1824

Artist after: Richard Wilson, British 1714 - 1782

Date

18th-19th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of William Gray from the collection of Francis Calley Gray, G3694

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-04

Painting 99.8
Art 99.8
Human 98.4
Person 98.4
Person 90.4
Person 89.7
Person 85.8
Person 47.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-04

art 95.5
landscape 94.8
illustration 94.6
print 93.7
vintage 93.7
nature 92.3
people 91.5
desktop 91.3
wear 90.5
paper 89.1
retro 88.1
page 87.5
old 86.4
antique 86.1
no person 84.9
mountain 84.7
sky 84.2
travel 83.6
tree 83.6
group 82.4

Imagga
created on 2019-11-04

desert 60.5
sand 54.9
rock 54.8
canyon 54.7
landscape 44
mountain 39.2
park 36.3
sky 35.5
travel 35.3
national 34.5
cliff 34.2
valley 31.9
stone 31.6
geology 27.3
mountains 26.9
southwest 25.5
grave 24.7
rocks 24.5
outdoors 24.1
erosion 23.8
sandstone 23.6
clouds 22.9
tourism 22.3
geological formation 22.3
scenic 22
outdoor 20.7
vacation 20.5
earth 19.7
dry 18.6
grand 18.5
orange 18.5
soil 17.2
wilderness 16.2
adventure 16.2
river 15.4
geological 14.8
rim 13.7
landmark 13.6
west 13.5
tourist 12.9
mesa 12.9
hiking 12.5
natural depression 12.3
brick 12.3
monument 12.2
ravine 12.1
natural 12.1
land 11.8
arid 11.8
knoll 11.5
cloud 11.2
tree 11
cliffs 10.8
scenics 10.5
summer 10.3
water 10
formations 9.9
world 9.9
formation 9.8
dirt 9.6
building material 9.6
hill 9.4
heat 9.3
hot 9.2
wall 9.2
road 9.1
horizon 9
terrain 8.8
states 8.7
peak 8.7
ancient 8.7
crater 8.7
area 8.6
nobody 8.6
south 8.5
scenery 8.1
sunset 8.1
sun 8.1
range 8
plateau 7.9
drought 7.9
day 7.9
wonder 7.8
ruin 7.8
sunny 7.8
dramatic 7.7
extreme 7.7
journey 7.5
environment 7.4
peaceful 7.3
yellow 7.3
colorful 7.2

Google
created on 2019-11-04

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-04

text 99.3
painting 98.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-32
Gender Male, 50.4%
Happy 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Calm 49.8%
Sad 49.8%
Surprised 49.5%
Angry 49.8%
Confused 49.5%
Fear 49.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Painting 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-04

an old photo of a person 40.6%
old photo of a person 36.3%
an old photo of a person 36.2%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-01

This is an image of a classical engraving or etching that portrays a dramatic scene of a natural disaster. In the foreground, we see panicked and distressed people amidst the chaotic landscape that suggests an erupting volcano or earthquake. There are injured or possibly deceased individuals, as well as others in various states of desperation or resignation. Some are lying on the ground while others are embracing or gesturing towards the sky, perhaps seeking divine intervention or expressing despair. On the left side of the image, a figure appears to be floating or flying amidst clouds of smoke or ash, adding a supernatural or allegorical element to the scene. The background is dominated by dark, billowing clouds and a rugged terrain that contributes to the overall atmosphere of turmoil and destruction. In the distance, some structures can be faintly seen, possibly indicating a nearby town or city affected by the disaster. The engraving contains a good amount of detail and tells a powerful story that captures the human experience in the face of overwhelming natural forces. The text at the bottom is not fully legible in this view, but it could provide context or credit the artist or publisher. The word "Noire" is visible, which might refer to the title or a part of the title of the work.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-01

This image is an engraving attributed to Richard Earlom, titled "Niobe." The scene depicted is likely inspired by the Greek myth of Niobe, a tragic figure who, according to mythology, boasted about her numerous children and incurred the wrath of the goddess Leto, resulting in the death of all her offspring at the hands of Leto's vengeful children, Apollo and Artemis. The central focus of the image portrays a desolate and dramatic landscape with people in anguish and various bodies strewn across the ground, possibly representing the lifeless bodies of Niobe’s children. The backdrop is dominated by towering, rocky cliffs and dark, swirling clouds, emphasizing the tragic atmosphere. Two divine figures are seen in the cloud formation on the left side, likely Apollo and Artemis, who are often depicted as formidable archers responsible for the demise of Niobe’s children. The engraving contrasts human vulnerability in the face of divine retribution and nature’s overwhelming power. The detailed engraving boasts intricate line work to capture the textures of the landscape, the rocky formations, and the emotive expressions of sorrow and despair on the characters’ faces. The right side shows twisted, barren trees battered by the elements, while the distant middle ground reveals more serene plains and a solitary structure, adding depth to the composition. Overall, the image encapsulates a mix of natural grandeur, human suffering, and divine intervention, conveying the emotional weight and moral lessons of the mythological tale.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-01

This is a dramatic historical artwork titled "Niobe," which appears to be a mezzotint or engraving. The scene depicts a dark, stormy landscape with dramatic clouds and mountainous terrain. In the composition, there's a group of figures gathered in the foreground, with some appearing to be in distress or mourning. The atmosphere is very dramatic, with a burst of light breaking through turbulent clouds in the background, where a celestial figure can be seen. There's a stark contrast between light and dark elements, which creates a very emotional and intense mood. In the background, there appears to be a distant town or structure with a tower. The right side of the image features craggy rocks and a windswept tree, adding to the tumultuous nature of the scene. This image likely depicts the mythological story of Niobe, whose children were slain by Apollo and Artemis as punishment for her hubris.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-01

This image depicts a dramatic, mythological scene set in a rocky, mountainous landscape. In the center, an angelic or divine figure is ascending towards the stormy sky, arms outstretched. Below, a group of human figures are scattered across the rugged terrain, some lying down as if asleep or deceased, while others reach up towards the ascending figure in gestures of reverence or desperation. The composition is highly atmospheric, with dark clouds billowing overhead and shafts of light illuminating certain areas. The rocky cliffs and crags create a sense of an untamed, primal wilderness. The human figures are rendered in a classical, idealized style reminiscent of Neoclassical or Romantic art. Overall, the scene appears to represent some sort of divine visitation, resurrection, or apotheosis taking place in this awe-inspiring natural setting. The exact story or allegorical meaning is unclear without more context, but the image powerfully conveys themes of spirituality, mortality, and humanity's relationship to higher powers and the natural world. The skill of the artist in creating such an evocative, emotionally charged tableau is impressive.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-01

The image appears to be an engraved landscape painting depicting an elaborate outdoor scene. In the foreground, several nude human figures are depicted, seemingly engaged in some kind of activity or gathering. The scene is set against a backdrop of rugged, mountainous terrain with trees and other natural elements. The overall atmosphere has a dramatic, romantic quality, with dark clouds and dramatic lighting adding to the sense of drama and mystery. The image seems to be an example of classical European landscape painting, with a focus on the interplay between nature and the human form.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The painting depicts a scene from the Bible, specifically the story of Lot and his daughters. The scene is set in a lush, green landscape with trees, bushes, and a waterfall. Lot is lying on the ground, with his daughters standing beside him. The painting also features a group of people gathered around a fire in the foreground. The sky is filled with clouds, and there is a castle in the distance.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-01

The image is a black-and-white drawing of a scene with several people and a waterfall. The scene appears to be a natural setting with rocks, trees, and a bridge. The people in the scene are engaged in various activities, such as sitting, standing, and lying down. The waterfall is flowing down from the top of the rocks and is surrounded by trees and plants. The sky is cloudy, and it appears to be a gloomy day.

Text analysis

Amazon

NIORE

Google

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