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Title

Studies of Thistles and Beetles: Julienne de Mahon, Centaurea glastifolia, Saussurea polypopyfolia and Scarabeus fasciatus de Sinne

Date

19th-20th century

People

Artist: V. Rutten, Dutch

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Maida and George S. Abrams, 1986.644

Human Generated Data

Title

Studies of Thistles and Beetles: Julienne de Mahon, Centaurea glastifolia, Saussurea polypopyfolia and Scarabeus fasciatus de Sinne

People

Artist: V. Rutten, Dutch

Date

19th-20th century

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Maida and George S. Abrams, 1986.644

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-30

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Blossom 97.2
Flower 97.2
Dandelion 92.2
Invertebrate 83.4
Animal 83.4
Text 68.1

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-30

no person 99
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art 93.7
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biology 88.6
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Imagga
created on 2020-04-30

drawing 48.6
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flower 26.9
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water 7.3
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digital 7.3
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receptacle 7.2
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Google
created on 2020-04-30

dandelion 95.9
Botany 88.2
Plant 85.9
Teasel 83.9
Flower 79.9
Dandelion 65.5
Wildflower 52.6
Heracleum (plant) 50.5

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-30

text 99.6
drawing 91.4
sketch 91
flower 88.9
botany 79.2
illustration 78.7
plant 77.3
flora 75.3
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Insect
Bird

Clarifai

Flower
Plant
Insect

AWS Rekognition

Insect 83.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-30

paintings art 63.2%
text visuals 34.7%
interior objects 1.4%

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a drawing of a flower with a buggy on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

a drawing of thistle and other plants with insects

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-18

This is a black and white image featuring detailed sketches of two plants and various insects. On the left side, there is a taller plant with a few small, apparent flowers growing at the end of thin stalks, and there's handwritten text near the bottom which seems to attribute the drawing to a specific individual and possibly references the plant's scientific or common name.

On the right side of the image, there is a depiction of what looks like a spherical, possibly fluffy or spiky plant head atop a long stem without any leaves, which might suggest a type of thistle. Near this drawing, there are sketches of several insects, including two that look like beetles, and one has detail added to show its patterned back. There's also a sketch of a fly or bee overhead.

Additional handwritten text accompanies these sketches, including names and perhaps classifications, with a reference to an individual and the year 1833, indicating this might be the date when the sketch was made or published. The handwriting appears to be in cursive script, which might include scientific names or notes from the artist. The overall style indicates a scientific or naturalist's study from the 19th century, likely used for botanical or entomological reference.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-18

The image is a detailed botanical illustration featuring two different plant species and several insects.

On the left side:

  • There is a slender flowering plant with delicate flowers, possibly a species of flax. The text near it indicates it may be "Linum narbonense", described as "Julienne sois de Narbon (Réric juig au bord des Bois) - Pépé la Nature V. Rathe f.Y 1837".

On the right side:

  • The illustration shows a thistle-like plant with a prominent, fluffy flower head. Below it is inscribed "Centaurea glastifolia".

Additionally, the illustration on the right also includes detailed drawings of various insects, including a beetle and a fly, with descriptions:

  • There is a note reading "trubie engule Scarabaeus Graeca hor φύλλωνα" and dated "G.P. Ritter 1837", signed by the writer or illustrator.

Overall, the image is a scientific or artistic representation of the flora and associated fauna, likely used for study or educational purposes.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be a detailed botanical illustration or scientific drawing from 1885, rendered in black and white. The drawing shows several plant specimens, including what appear to be thistles with their characteristic spiky flower heads, and some smaller flowering plants. There are also some detailed drawings of insects, likely beetles, included in the composition. The artwork includes handwritten notes and labels in what appears to be Latin or scientific nomenclature. The style is typical of scientific illustrations from the 19th century, with careful attention to detail and accurate representation of the botanical specimens. The drawing technique appears to be pencil or ink, creating fine lines and subtle shading to capture the natural forms of the plants and insects.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-18

The image appears to be a black and white scientific illustration or diagram depicting various botanical specimens and insects. On the left side, there are several detailed drawings of plants, including flower petals and stems. On the right side, there are larger drawings of what appear to be thistles or similar flowers, along with smaller illustrations of insects, such as beetles and bees. The drawings are accompanied by handwritten labels and annotations, likely providing scientific or observational information about the specimens.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-18

The image shows botanical illustrations of various flower and insect species, drawn in black and white with handwritten labels identifying each one. On the left is a flowering plant labeled "Juherine le Motion" with small flowers clustered along its stem. In the center are detailed drawings of two thistle-like flowers, one labeled "Sansaneta japanyanyla" and the other labeled "Canheysen glasepylax". To the right are sketches of several insects, including flies and beetles. The label at the bottom right dates the illustration to 1889.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-18

This is a detailed botanical and entomological illustration from 1839. The drawing shows three different plants and several insects. On the left is a delicate flowering plant labeled "Julienne de Mahon," which appears to be a type of small-flowered plant. In the center and right are two thistle-like plants with large spherical flower heads, labeled "Centaurea" and "Saussurea." On the right side of the illustration are detailed drawings of what appear to be beetles or similar insects. The artwork is done in a scientific illustration style with careful attention to detail, and includes handwritten labels in what appears to be French or Latin. The illustration is rendered in black and white, likely pencil or ink, and demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing both botanical and entomological subjects.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

The image is a black-and-white illustration of two plants, each with a large flower and long stem, accompanied by various insects. The illustration is divided into two sections, with the left side featuring a plant with a smaller flower and the right side showing a plant with a larger flower.

  • Plant on the Left
    • The plant has a smaller flower with five petals.
    • The stem is long and slender, with a few leaves at the base.
    • There are several insects near the plant, including a beetle and a fly.
  • Plant on the Right
    • The plant has a larger flower with many petals.
    • The stem is also long and slender, with a few leaves at the base.
    • There are several insects near the plant, including a beetle and a fly.

The illustration appears to be a scientific drawing, possibly from an old textbook or journal. The plants and insects are depicted in detail, with labels and notes written in cursive script. The overall effect is one of elegance and precision, suggesting that the illustration was created by a skilled artist or scientist.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-16

This image is a black-and-white illustration of two flowers, each with a long stem and a large, round head. The flowers are drawn in pencil and have a detailed, realistic appearance.

The left flower has a smaller head and fewer petals than the right flower. Both flowers have long, thin stems that curve slightly at the base.

There are also several insects drawn in the image, including a beetle, a fly, and a spider. These insects are also drawn in pencil and have a detailed, realistic appearance.

The background of the image is white, with a thin border around the edges. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the flowers and insects being the main focus of the illustration.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-18

The image appears to be a scientific illustration or drawing depicting various plants and insects. Here is a detailed description of the image:

The image is divided into three main sections:

  1. The left section shows a drawing of a plant with small flowers, labeled as "Inulare So" and "Mathor."

  2. The middle section features a detailed drawing of a thistle-like plant with spiky leaves and a flower head, labeled as "Campanula glastifolia."

  3. The right section depicts a dandelion-like plant with a fluffy flower head, labeled as "Saussurea polyphylla."

In addition to the plants, there are also drawings of various insects, including:

  • A beetle with a long antennae, labeled as "Carabidae."
  • A small insect with wings, labeled as "Apis mellifera."
  • A winged insect with a long abdomen, labeled as "Syrphidae."

At the bottom of the image, there is a handwritten note that reads "Carabidae" and "Syrphidae," likely referring to the two insects depicted in the drawing.

Overall, the image appears to be a scientific illustration showcasing different plant species and associated insects, possibly for educational or research purposes. The detailed drawings and labels provide valuable information about the various organisms depicted.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-18

The image is a black-and-white drawing of several plants and insects. On the left side, there is a drawing of a plant with leaves and flowers. The drawing is labeled with the names of the plant parts. On the right side, there is a drawing of a dandelion with a few insects on it. The drawing is labeled with the names of the insects. There is also a date written on the drawing.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image, based on the visual details and the provided OCR:

Overall:

The image is a black and white botanical illustration, likely a lithograph or drawing, featuring three different plants and several insects. Each plant is accompanied by written descriptions and scientific names. The work appears to be signed and dated 1887.

Plants:

  • Left: Depicted is a slender plant with small, cross-shaped flowers. The handwritten label beside it reads "Julienne de Mahon (Joires freres) quais de London Liige Poprés Mature V. Rutten &t1857. "
  • Center: A tall plant with a large, thistle-like flower head is labeled "Centaurea glastifolia." Below this, there is another label "Slanvoca Jofelia"
  • Right: Another thistle-like plant, this one is labeled "Saussurea polypoppfolia."

Insects:

  • Several drawings of beetles are distributed around the plant on the right. One beetle is shown multiple times, including a simple outline version. A drawing of a fly is also present. The handwritten label nearby is "Trickie rayée Scarabeus fasciatus Se Zirmé a.p.Rutten &t 1887"

Additional Notes:

  • The handwriting is elegant and cursive.
  • The illustrations are detailed, showing shading and textures to create a sense of depth.
  • The composition is simple, with the plants taking center stage and the insects added around them.

Based on the details and text, the image is likely a study of various plants and insects from or near London, Liège, possibly done from real specimens ("Poprés Nature"). It combines botanical and entomological illustration.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a detailed black and white scientific illustration, likely from a botanical study. It appears to be a meticulous drawing with handwritten annotations. Here's a breakdown of the elements:

  • Subject Matter: The illustration focuses on plant and insect life. There are drawings of various flowers (possibly thistles) and several types of insects, including beetles and flies.
  • Style: The drawing style is highly detailed, likely meant for scientific documentation. It uses shading and fine lines to depict the textures and forms of the plants and insects.
  • Layout: The image is divided into sections. On the left side, a flowering plant is drawn along with a single seed pod. In the middle, a thistle plant is shown. On the right side, another thistle plant is drawn along with several insects.
  • Annotations: Handwritten notes and labels are essential components of the illustration. These provide information about the plant and insect names, along with possibly the date and artist's name:
    • The top part is probably about the name and the location or description of the plants.
    • The bottom part is about the name and type of insects.
  • Overall Impression: The image is a beautiful example of scientific illustration. The detail, accuracy, and accompanying text suggest it was intended for documenting and understanding the natural world.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a detailed botanical illustration featuring several plant species and insects. Here is a breakdown of the components:

  1. Plants:

    • On the left side, there is a plant labeled "Adicrine le Malion (Pteris pares) quam in Lugd. D.d. Baud. Matuit & Rutter, 1888." This plant has slender stems with small, delicate flowers.
    • In the center, there is a larger plant labeled "Carduus nutans glastifolia." This plant has a tall, thick stem with a large, spiky flower head.
    • To the right of the center, there is another plant labeled "Saussurea polystachya folia." This plant also has a tall stem with a large, dense flower head.
  2. Insects:

    • On the right side of the image, there are several insect illustrations:
      • At the top, there is a bee-like insect labeled "Tenthredo scutellaris."
      • Below it, there is another bee-like insect labeled "Scarabaeus fuscatus S. Linné."
      • Further down, there is a smaller insect labeled "a. Rutter, 1887."
      • At the bottom right, there is another insect, possibly a fly, labeled "Saussurea polystachya folia."

The illustrations are meticulously detailed, showcasing the intricate structures of the plants and insects. The labels provide scientific names and possibly the dates and names of the individuals who identified or illustrated the specimens.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

The image is a detailed botanical illustration. It includes three main parts:

  1. Left Side: This section features a slender stem with several small, delicate flowers. The flowers are drawn with fine lines, indicating their intricate structure. Below the stem, there is a handwritten note that appears to be a label or a description, written in a cursive script. The text is not entirely legible, but it seems to include a name or title and a date, possibly indicating the artist or the specimen's identity.

  2. Center: This part shows a larger, more complex plant with a thick stem and a large, round, bristly flower head. The plant is labeled at the bottom with the scientific name "Centaurea glaustifolia," which identifies it as a type of knapweed. The illustration also includes close-up views of the flower's structure, showing the individual bracts and the central disc florets.

  3. Right Side: This section contains two large, round, bristly flower heads that resemble the one in the center, but they are labeled as "Saussurea polyphylla," indicating a different species of knapweed. The illustration also includes several insects, such as beetles and a fly, drawn in a style that captures their detailed anatomy. The insects are labeled with scientific names, and there are handwritten notes next to them, likely identifying the species and possibly the artist's observations or annotations.

The overall style of the illustration is precise and detailed, typical of botanical illustrations used for scientific documentation and study. The artist has paid attention to both the structural details of the plants and the insects, making it a comprehensive piece of natural history art.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

This image is a detailed black-and-white botanical drawing featuring various plants and insects. On the left side, there is a plant with small flowers, labeled "Julienne de Mahon." Below it, there is another plant with a single flower, labeled "Sinsavia." In the center, there is a larger plant with a spiky flower, labeled "Centaurea glastifolia." On the right side, there is another plant with a similar spiky flower, labeled "Sassurea polypodyfolia." Additionally, there are three insects depicted on the right side of the image, with handwritten labels next to them. The drawing is detailed and appears to be a scientific illustration, possibly for botanical or entomological study. The date "1887" is visible, indicating the year the drawing was made.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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