Human Generated Data

Title

The Piazzetta, Venice, after Canaletto

Date

18th century

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Artist after: Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto, Italian 1697 - 1768

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Friends of the Fogg Art Museum Fund, 1923.30

Human Generated Data

Title

The Piazzetta, Venice, after Canaletto

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Artist after: Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto, Italian 1697 - 1768

Date

18th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Friends of the Fogg Art Museum Fund, 1923.30

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Human 98.5
Art 92.9
Drawing 92.6
Architecture 88.9
Building 88.9
Sketch 78.9
Urban 64.7
Transportation 62.7
Office Building 60.3
Vehicle 59.9
Postal Office 57.9
Pillar 56.9
Column 56.9
House 55.2
Mansion 55.2
Housing 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

people 99.9
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vehicle 97.5
administration 97.4
adult 96.7
home 96.3
no person 96.1
street 95.5
railway 92.8
government 92.7
transportation system 91.5
man 91.1
carriage 90.2
two 87.8
war 87.7
art 87.2
building 85.5
several 84.1

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

pier 100
support 81.8
device 62
city 50.8
architecture 48.7
bridge 42.5
building 38.6
urban 37.6
structure 36.5
tower 30.5
sky 29.4
river 28.5
travel 27.5
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cityscape 26.5
landmark 26.2
buildings 25.6
water 22
downtown 21.2
tourism 19.8
suspension bridge 19.5
university 17.4
skyscraper 17
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skyscrapers 15.7
construction 14.6
modern 14
town 13.9
history 13.4
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tourist 11.8
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government 10.7
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capital 10.5
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sea 10.2
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waterfront 9.5
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united 9.5
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boat 9.5
house 9.5
statue 9.4
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monument 9.4
street 9.2
historic 9.2
metropolitan 8.9
towers 8.8
district 8.7
england 8.6
exterior 8.3
ocean 8.3
billboard 8.3
sunset 8.1
metropolis 7.9
cloud 7.8
states 7.7
stone 7.6
brick 7.5
church 7.4
flag 7.4
freedom 7.3
business 7.3
financial 7.1
day 7.1

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

building 99.3
old 94.9
white 89.5
outdoor 88.8
black 87.7
text 84
sky 74.9
postal 61.7
vintage 53.1
arch 29.7
altar 22.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

Building
Window
Person

AWS Rekognition

Person 98.5%

AWS Rekognition

Person 98.3%

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 95%

AWS Rekognition

Person 93.2%

AWS Rekognition

Person 93.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 92.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 91.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 88.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 86.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 85.2%

AWS Rekognition

Person 81.6%

AWS Rekognition

Person 79.8%

AWS Rekognition

Person 76.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 75.8%

AWS Rekognition

Person 72.7%

AWS Rekognition

Person 71.7%

AWS Rekognition

Person 70.8%

AWS Rekognition

Person 61%

AWS Rekognition

Person 59.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 59.7%

AWS Rekognition

Person 47.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 45.7%

AWS Rekognition

Painting 90%

Clarifai

Building 87.1%

Clarifai

Building 85.3%

Clarifai

Building 80.4%

Clarifai

Building 66.5%

Clarifai

Building 46.3%

Clarifai

Building 45.9%

Clarifai

Building 42.8%

Clarifai

Building 41.7%

Clarifai

Window 43.8%

Clarifai

Window 36.9%

Clarifai

Person 38.5%

Clarifai

Person 37.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

streetview architecture 44%
cars vehicles 41.5%
beaches seaside 6.9%
nature landscape 6.8%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a city street scene with a view of a city

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

a painting of the piazza san marco in venice

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-04

This image is a black-and-white depiction of what appears to be the Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square) in Venice, Italy. This point of view is taken from one corner of the square, with architectural details suggesting this is an older representation, likely created before the advent of color photography and possibly intended as an artwork or engraving.

On the left side of the image, there is a building with classical arches, possibly part of the Procuratie, the buildings that line the square. The right side of the image shows the detailed facade of the Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale), featuring Gothic style arches and ornamental stonework.

In the distance, two tall columns are visible, which are characteristic landmarks of the square. Between the columns, you can see a glimpse of the lagoon, indicating the proximity to the water. Atop each column, there are statues which are difficult to discern in detail due to the image's monochromatic nature.

The square itself is lively with figures dressed in what seems to be period attire, suggesting the image is set in a past era. People are depicted in various activities, including walking, conversing, and some appear to be feeding birds, giving the scene a sense of daily life in the historic city.

The framing of the image includes an ornate, decorative border that resembles a picture frame, suggesting that the scene is intended to be viewed as an important or valuable depiction of the location.

It's important to note that while this description is based on visual elements present in the image, without color, it may be difficult to provide an exact historical context or to verify the authenticity of the depiction.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical painting depicting Venice's Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square), one of the most famous public spaces in Italy. The painting shows the grand architectural colonnade of the Procuratie Nuove along one side of the square, with its characteristic Renaissance-style arches and columns. In the background, you can see the iconic columns of St. Mark and St. Theodore standing tall near the waterfront.

The scene appears to be set in the 18th century, judging by the style of dress of the many figures strolling through the square. The painting captures the bustling social life of Venice during this period, with numerous people gathering and walking about in period attire. The perspective of the painting emphasizes the impressive scale and grandeur of the architecture, with strong diagonal lines leading the eye toward the background.

The image is shown within an ornate gilded frame, which is visible around the edges of the painting, suggesting this is a photograph of the artwork as it hangs in a museum or collection. The painting demonstrates the veduta style popular in Venice during the 18th century, which focused on detailed, accurate architectural views of the city.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-29

This is a historical painting depicting Venice's Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square), one of the most famous public spaces in Italy. The scene shows the grand architectural elements that make the square iconic, including the ornate Biblioteca Marciana (Marciana Library) on the right with its distinctive colonnade, and the two tall granite columns in the center that are topped with statues of St. Theodore and the Lion of Venice.

The painting appears to be from the 18th century, showing daily life in the square with numerous people in period dress strolling and gathering. The perspective offers a view toward the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, visible in the background with its church and bell tower.

The artwork is presented in a decorative gilt frame typical of the period. The composition demonstrates the artist's mastery of perspective and architectural detail, while the atmospheric qualities of the sky and the precise rendering of light and shadow create a sense of depth and space. The scene captures both the magnificent architecture and the social life of Venice during this era, when the city was a major cultural and commercial center.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

This image appears to be a black and white painting or engraving depicting a grand architectural scene. The central focus is a large, ornate building with columns and arches, which seems to be a palace or government building. In the foreground, there are numerous figures, possibly representing people of that time period, walking and standing in the public square. The scene has a sense of grandeur and historical atmosphere.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-29

This image is a black-and-white painting of the Piazza San Marco in Venice, Italy. The painting is framed in an ornate silver frame with a plaque at the bottom that reads "PANZETTI" in small letters.

The painting depicts a bustling scene in the piazza, with many people walking around and dogs running freely. In the foreground, there are several large buildings with columns and arches, including the famous Basilica di San Marco on the right side of the painting. The sky above is cloudy, and the overall atmosphere of the painting is one of activity and energy.

The painting appears to be an old work of art, possibly from the 18th or 19th century, given its style and technique. It is likely a reproduction of a famous painting by a well-known artist, but without more information, it is difficult to say for certain. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history and culture of Venice, and it is a beautiful example of artistic skill and technique.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an oil painting, depicting a scene of a large public square in Venice, Italy. The painting shows a large, ornate building with columns and arches on the right side of the image, and a smaller building with a dome on the left side. In the center of the square, there is a tall, slender column topped with a statue of a person. The square is filled with people dressed in 18th-century clothing, walking and standing around. The sky above is overcast.

The painting is framed in a decorative frame with a wide border, and there is a small plaque at the bottom of the frame with illegible writing. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of grandeur and elegance, capturing the beauty and sophistication of 18th-century Venice.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

This black-and-white image is an old drawing of the Basilica Di Santa Maria Della Salute in Venice, Italy. The Basilica is a large building with many columns, and it is surrounded by other buildings. The drawing also shows people walking around the Basilica, some of them are wearing hats and shoes. There are also some dogs in the drawing. The drawing is framed in a silver frame with intricate designs.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

A black-and-white picture frame with a golden border features a drawing of the Piazza San Marco in Venice, Italy. The drawing shows a large group of people wearing long dresses and hats. Some of them are sitting on the ground, while others are walking. There are also people sitting on the steps of the Basilica di San Marco. In the distance, there are boats sailing on the water.

Google Gemini

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

The image is a black and white photograph of a painting. The painting, framed with an ornate, carved frame, depicts a cityscape filled with intricate architecture and numerous human figures. At the bottom of the frame is the name "CANALETTO".

On the left side of the painting, there's a structure with arches and columns, suggestive of a grand building. This structure seems to be capturing the shade. In the foreground, people are depicted in various poses and activities, some standing in groups, others walking, and a few sitting.

The central part of the painting shows a wide open square or plaza, with a distant view of a large church or palace-like structure. There are tall columns with statues on top, creating vertical landmarks in the scene.

To the right, there is another significant building with an extensive colonnade, giving it a classical and imposing look. The scene is filled with light, suggesting a bright, possibly sunny, day. The overall style of the painting is reminiscent of classical landscape and architectural artwork.

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

The image is a black and white painting of a Venetian cityscape. It is framed by a decorative, ornate border. The scene depicts a large, open square with several prominent buildings.

On the left, there is a building with a series of tall, arched openings, supported by thick columns. The facade has a classical design with decorative elements. To the right, a long, elegant building with a series of columns and a decorative top is the centerpiece. Further in the background, there are other buildings and structures, including what appears to be a church dome and bell towers.

The foreground is populated with small figures, presumably people, dressed in what appears to be historical attire. There is a general sense of activity in the square, with figures walking, gathering, and engaging in various activities. The sky is lightly shaded, suggesting a bright day. The painting is done with detailed lines and shading, creating a sense of depth and realism. The artist's name, "CANALETTO," is visible at the bottom of the framed painting.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-26

This black and white image depicts a detailed architectural scene, likely from the 18th century, showcasing a bustling urban plaza. The scene appears to be set in Venice, Italy, specifically in Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square).

Key elements in the image include:

  1. Architectural Structures:

    • On the right side, there is a prominent building with a series of arches and columns, which is characteristic of Venetian architecture. This building is likely the Procuratie Vecchie or Procuratie Nuove, which are historical buildings in St. Mark's Square.
    • In the background, there are two tall columns with statues on top, which are the Columns of San Marco and San Teodoro, iconic landmarks in the square.
    • Further back, there is a domed structure, likely St. Mark's Basilica, a famous cathedral in Venice.
    • To the left, there is another large building with arched windows and detailed stonework, possibly part of the Doge's Palace or another significant structure in the square.
  2. People and Activities:

    • The square is filled with people engaged in various activities. Some are walking, others are conversing, and a few appear to be vendors or merchants.
    • The clothing style suggests the period is from the 18th century, with men in long coats and women in dresses.
  3. Artistic Style:

    • The image is framed with an ornate border, typical of paintings from this era.
    • The use of perspective and detail in the architecture and figures indicates a skilled artist, possibly a vedutista (a painter of detailed cityscapes), which was a popular genre in Venice during the 18th century.

Overall, the image captures a lively and detailed scene of a historic Venetian square, showcasing both the architectural grandeur and the daily life of the period.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This is a black-and-white image, likely a historical painting or print, depicting a bustling square scene with a grand architectural backdrop. The central structure is a large, ornate building with multiple columns and statues atop, suggesting a significant historical or governmental building. On the left side of the image, there is another building with arched windows and a flagpole, indicating a possible public or governmental function. The square is filled with people dressed in what appears to be 18th or 19th-century attire, suggesting the scene is set in a past era. In the background, there is a river with a bridge and a domed structure, possibly a church or cathedral, which adds to the grandeur of the scene. The overall composition and style suggest this could be a depiction of a famous European city square, possibly in Italy. The image is framed, and the name "Panciattelli" is inscribed at the bottom of the frame, which might be the artist's signature or the title of the work.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This image is a black-and-white painting or print, framed in an ornate, decorative frame. The scene depicted is likely a historical or classic representation of a public square or plaza, possibly in Venice, Italy, given the architectural style and the presence of the two tall columns with statues, which are characteristic of St. Mark's Square.

The painting shows a large, open space with people dressed in period attire, suggesting a scene from the 17th or 18th century. The architecture includes a building on the right with multiple columns and statues on the roof, and an archway on the left leading to the square. In the background, there are more buildings and a body of water, with a domed structure visible across the water. The overall atmosphere is one of a bustling, well-known public space.