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Title

Cotton Merchants in New Orleans

Date

1873

People

Artist: Hilaire-Germain-Edgar Degas, French 1834 - 1917

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Herbert N. Straus, 1929.90

Human Generated Data

Title

Cotton Merchants in New Orleans

People

Artist: Hilaire-Germain-Edgar Degas, French 1834 - 1917

Date

1873

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Herbert N. Straus, 1929.90

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Amazon
created on 2023-10-10

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Clarifai
created on 2018-08-20

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Imagga
created on 2018-08-20

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Google
created on 2018-08-20

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Color Analysis

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Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a man in a suit and hat -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image is a painting by Edgar Degas titled "Portraits in an Office (New Orleans Cotton Exchange)" completed in 1873. The painting features a scene inside an office where several men are engaged in various activities related to the cotton trade. The focal point is on two men inspecting or handling a large pile of cotton laid out on a table. The man in the foreground, dressed in a black suit and top hat, is closely examining the cotton, while another man in a light brown suit and straw hat stands nearby, holding more cotton in his hands. Additionally, there is a partial view of another person on the right side, partially obscured. On the right wall, there is a framed picture of a seascape, adding an element of art within the artwork. The painting captures a moment of daily business activities in the cotton office, showcasing Degas' interest in modern life and work environments.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-25

The image is a painting depicting an indoor scene with three primary elements. On the left, there is a man bending over a counter, looking closely at something on the surface. He wears a dark suit and a bowler hat and appears to be engaged in an activity that requires his attention.

In the center of the painting stands another man, wearing a light-colored suit and a straw hat, facing away from the viewer. He appears to be interacting with someone or something not visible in the frame, and is holding what might be a piece of paper in his hand.

To the right of the image, the scene opens up slightly to reveal part of a framed painting or picture on the wall, showing a calm blue seascape or landscape.

The brushwork is loose and expressive, with an emphasis on the use of light and shadow to create depth. The background is not detailed, focusing the viewer's attention on the figures and the counter. The color palette is muted with earth tones, and the overall effect is one of a candid, somewhat unfinished capture of an everyday moment.

It is important to note that this description is based on the visual content of the image and does not include any contextual information that may be necessary to understand the painting fully, such as the title, artist, or historical significance.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image depicts three figures in an interior scene. On the left, there is a person in a dark suit and hat who appears to be examining or working on something. In the center, a person in a beige coat and hat stands facing the viewer. On the right, another figure is also present. The focus of the painting seems to be on a large, white object or form that takes up the central portion of the image. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation or examination.

Meta Llama

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

This image is a painting by Edgar Degas, titled "Cotton Merchants in New Orleans." It depicts three men standing behind a table covered with cotton, engaged in conversation. The man on the left wears a black top hat and a dark suit, while the man in the middle sports a light-colored hat and a tan suit. The third man is partially obscured by the cotton.

The background of the painting features a wall adorned with a framed picture, adding context to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of professionalism and commerce, capturing a moment in the lives of these cotton merchants.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-23

The painting 'The Cotton Merchants' by Edgar Degas, created in 1879, depicts a scene of two men engaged in the cotton trade. One man is shown standing behind a counter, surrounded by cotton, while the other stands in front of him, likely discussing business. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, which adds to the atmosphere of a commercial transaction. Degas' use of light and shadow highlights the textures of the cotton and the men's clothing, emphasizing the tactile nature of the trade.

Degas' style in this painting is characteristic of his work during this period, focusing on the everyday lives of people and the dynamics of their interactions. His use of color and composition creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer into the scene.

'The Cotton Merchants' is a prime example of Degas' ability to capture the essence of modern life and the industrial era, while also showcasing his skill in portraying the human figure and the interplay of light and shadow.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The painting depicts a scene of two men working in what appears to be a factory or a shop. The man on the left is wearing a hat and a bow tie, and he is bending over a table covered in what seems to be cotton. The man on the right is wearing a hat and a suit, and he is standing next to the table. There is a picture frame hanging on the wall.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a scene in a room with two men, one of whom is standing and the other is seated. The seated man is wearing a black top hat and a suit, while the standing man is wearing a light brown suit and a straw hat. There is a large white cloth covering a table in the foreground, and a framed painting is hanging on the wall to the right. The painting depicts a ship on the water, and the sky is blue. The image has a vintage or antique feel, and the colors are muted and faded.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

The image appears to be an impressionistic or unfinished painting, possibly by Edgar Degas, given the signature in the lower right corner. It depicts a scene involving men examining cotton.

On the left, a man in a black top hat and suit, with a white shirt, is leaning over what seems to be a large pile of cotton. His hands are placed on the cotton.

In the background, there's another man wearing a straw hat and a tan suit. His head is turned to the side, and he seems to be holding something in his hands, possibly more cotton.

The painting style is loose and suggestive, with visible brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the essence of the scene rather than precise detail. The color palette is muted, with browns, whites, and tans dominating the composition.

To the right, there's a framed painting on the wall, depicting a maritime scene with blue skies and green water. Beneath the painting, a sketched figure of a woman is also visible. The scene suggests a moment in a cotton business, capturing the atmosphere and figures involved.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a painting with an Impressionistic style. It features a scene in what appears to be a shop or a market. The brushstrokes are loose and the colors are muted, creating a hazy atmosphere.

Key Elements:

  • Figures: There are three figures, likely men, depicted in the painting.
    • The figure on the left, the most prominent, is wearing a top hat, dark coat, white shirt, and bow tie. He is leaning over a large surface, possibly inspecting something.
    • The figure in the middle is wearing a light-colored hat and suit jacket. He is holding what looks like a rolled up cloth or garment.
    • A third figure can be seen in the right, near the wall.
  • The Surface: A large, rectangular, and possibly wooden surface dominates the foreground. It is covered with what looks like piles of white material, possibly cotton, fabric, or some kind of textile. The texture suggests that the material is piled up loosely.
  • Framed Artwork: On the right side of the painting, there is a framed artwork with a gold frame. The subject appears to be a seascape.
  • Setting: The setting seems to be indoors. There is a suggestion of light coming from a window.

Style and Technique:

  • Impressionism: The loose brushstrokes, the focus on capturing the effects of light, and the muted color palette are typical of Impressionism.
  • Subject Matter: The scene likely depicts a moment in everyday life.

Overall, the painting gives off the impression of a bustling shop or a textile market, capturing the atmosphere of an everyday moment.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-25

The image is an oil painting depicting an interior scene that appears to be set in a shop or a marketplace. The painting is executed in a style reminiscent of Impressionism, characterized by its loose brushwork and emphasis on light and color.

In the foreground, there is a large, white, fluffy object, possibly a pile of cotton or wool, placed on a counter. A man with a black beard and wearing a dark suit and a white apron is leaning over the counter, seemingly engaged in his work. His posture suggests he is either examining or arranging the material.

In the background, two other individuals are present. One is a man wearing a brown coat and a straw hat, standing and facing towards the counter. The other figure, partially obscured, appears to be a woman dressed in white, also facing the counter.

The setting includes a framed painting on the wall, which depicts a landscape with a blue sky and green fields, adding depth and context to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is calm and everyday, capturing a moment of quiet interaction within a commercial setting. The artist's signature can be seen in the lower right corner, though it is not entirely legible in this image.

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