Human Generated Data

Title

X-radiograph(s) of "Mercury and Bacchus"

Date

-

People

Related name: François Boucher, French 1703 - 1770

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Alan Burroughs Collection of X-Radiographs, Straus.4452

Human Generated Data

Title

X-radiograph(s) of "Mercury and Bacchus"

People

Related name: François Boucher, French 1703 - 1770

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Alan Burroughs Collection of X-Radiographs, Straus.4452

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-07-02

Art 93.2
Text 65.8
Drawing 60.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

paper 99.6
art 99.2
texture 98.8
stain 98.3
desktop 98.3
old 98.3
abstract 98.3
antique 98.3
vintage 98.3
artistic 98
dirty 98
retro 97.9
wear 97.6
sooty 97.2
brush 96.9
illustration 96.8
scraping 96.5
pattern 95.8
rough 95.7
canvas 95.7

Imagga
created on 2022-07-02

grunge 46.9
old 46
texture 43.8
aged 36.2
wall 33.8
rough 33.7
pattern 29.4
grungy 29.4
paint 29
dirty 28.9
vintage 28.2
antique 26.9
material 25.9
textured 25.4
brown 22.8
weathered 21.9
detail 21.7
frame 21.7
surface 21.2
worn 21
ancient 20.8
spider web 20.6
damaged 20
wood 20
rust 19.3
border 18.1
retro 18
rusty 17.2
canvas 17.1
shower curtain 17
art 17
wooden 16.7
black 16.4
color 16.1
building 15.2
design 15.2
decoration 13.8
hole 13.7
close 13.7
web 13.7
metal 13.7
scratch 13.7
curtain 13.5
architecture 13.3
protective covering 13.2
stained 12.5
dirt 12.4
backdrop 12.4
cobweb 12.4
fastener 12.3
iron 12.1
structure 12.1
paper 11.9
dark 11.7
decorative 11.7
decay 11.6
wallpaper 11.5
door 11.4
latch 11.3
screen 10.6
text 10.5
blind 10.4
blank 10.3
furnishing 10.2
space 10.1
industrial 10
graffito 10
burned 9.8
stain 9.6
parchment 9.6
rustic 9.6
lock 9.6
artistic 9.6
painted 9.6
closeup 9.4
plank 8.8
burnt 8.8
messy 8.7
window screen 8.7
aging 8.6
device 8.6
restraint 8.5
metallic 8.3
covering 8.1
padlock 7.9
ice 7.9
corrosion 7.9
catch 7.7
construction 7.7
industry 7.7
page 7.4
exterior 7.4
spider 7.3
stucco 7.2
stone 7

Google
created on 2022-07-02

Microsoft
created on 2022-07-02

sketch 99.5
drawing 99.5
text 95.2
art 84.5
child art 71.6
black 70.6
abstract 53.8
black and white 53.3
painting 15.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

Person
Human face

AWS Rekognition

Painting 93.2%

Clarifai

Person 47.8%

Clarifai

Human face 36.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-07-02

nature landscape 57.5%
streetview architecture 27.6%
paintings art 14.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-07-02

an old photo of a person 46.9%
an old photo of a street 32.3%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-05

a black and white photograph of a painting

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a black and white photo of a man in a suit and tie

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image appears to be an X-ray of a painted canvas. It reveals underlying brushstrokes, textures, and potentially hidden details beneath the visible layers of paint. The faint forms suggest the presence of figures or shapes, possibly an earlier composition or preparatory sketch. There are areas of damage or missing material, such as the dark section in the lower-left corner. The increased visibility of the weave of the canvas and cracks in the paint further highlight the nature of the medium. This technique is often used to study artworks, examine their construction or history, and identify restorations or past alterations.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

This image is a black-and-white X-ray photograph of a canvas painting. The X-ray reveals underlying layers and the structure of the painting, such as the weave of the canvas and areas where paint might have been applied thicker. In this particular X-ray, there appear to be figures and drapery hidden beneath the surface layer of paint, which may not be visible to the naked eye. Some tonal variations and lines suggest the forms of human bodies or clothing, though the details are quite faint and abstract due to the nature of the X-ray. In the corners of the image, there are some darker areas, which might indicate damage or restoration patches on the canvas. There is also a number, "234", visible in the top left corner, which might be an identifier for the artwork or part of the cataloguing process.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image appears to be an abstract black and white painting or drawing. It has a textured, distressed appearance with a variety of brushstrokes, splatters, and smudges creating a moody, atmospheric composition. The overall impression is one of movement, energy, and a sense of depth or layering within the monochromatic palette. There are no recognizable objects or figures present, only the expressive, gestural marks that make up the abstract artwork.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This appears to be a black and white X-ray or radiographic image. The image has a somewhat abstract, cloudy appearance with varying shades of gray and white creating swirling, ethereal patterns. There is a notable dark spot or damage in the lower left corner of the image. The overall texture appears somewhat grainy or textured, which could be due to the age of the image or the imaging technique used. The edges of the image are slightly rounded, giving it an older, vintage quality. The contrast between light and dark areas creates an interesting atmospheric effect throughout the composition.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image appears to be a black and white X-ray of a piece of artwork, possibly a painting or a drawing. The X-ray reveals the underlying structure of the artwork, including the canvas or paper it is painted on, as well as any other materials that may be used in its construction.

The X-ray shows a range of different textures and patterns, including what appears to be a rough, canvas-like surface, as well as some darker areas that may indicate the presence of paint or other pigments. There are also some lighter areas that could be indicative of the artist's brushstrokes or other marks made during the creation of the artwork.

Overall, the X-ray provides a unique glimpse into the inner workings of the artwork, allowing us to see beyond the surface level and gain a deeper understanding of the materials and techniques used in its creation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image appears to be a black and white scan or photograph of a piece of fabric, possibly a canvas, with a rough texture and a few dark spots. The fabric has a light gray tone with darker gray areas, giving it a mottled appearance. There are some faint lines and creases visible on the surface, suggesting that the fabric may have been folded or crumpled at some point.

In the top-left corner of the image, there is a small black square with the number "234" written in black ink next to it. This could be a label or identifier for the fabric, but without more context, it's difficult to say for sure.

Overall, the image suggests that the fabric is old and possibly worn, with signs of aging and use visible on its surface.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-06

The image is a monochromatic drawing, likely created with charcoal or graphite on paper. The drawing features a human figure in a dynamic pose, possibly a study for a larger work. The figure appears to be in motion, with flowing lines and a sense of movement. The drawing is somewhat abstract, with the figure's features not fully defined, and the background is a mix of light and dark shades. The image has a slightly worn and aged appearance, suggesting that it may be an old drawing or a reproduction of an older work.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-06

The image is a grayscale photograph of a piece of paper with some paint on it. The paper appears to be old and torn, with a black square in the top left corner. The paint on the paper is white and appears to be a painting of a person's face. The painting is abstract and has a lot of white space, giving it a modern art feel.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-03

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a black and white photograph or scan of an old painting or other artwork. The surface is textured and shows signs of age and wear, including cracking and areas of damage.

Composition and Visual Elements:

  • Abstract Composition: The primary visual focus seems to be on swirling, ethereal shapes and patterns, rather than easily discernible figures or objects. It has an abstract quality, evoking a sense of movement and dynamism.
  • Value and Contrast: The image relies on a range of grayscale values to create depth and form. Areas of bright white contrast with darker patches, giving the composition visual interest.
  • Texture: The surface is marked by a network of fine cracks that cover almost the whole image, and create a sense of age.

Condition and Details:

  • Damage and Wear: There are clear indications of the artwork's age. This is seen in the numerous cracks across the surface, small areas of missing paint or color, and some areas that seem discolored.
  • Markings: At the top left corner is a black square with a number '234' written on it. At the bottom left is a big black blotch of paint which looks to be peeling.

Possible Interpretations:

  • This could be a photograph of a fragment of an older painting, or a study of a natural scene, like clouds or smoke. The abstract shapes and soft transitions could evoke a sense of atmosphere.
  • The focus on texture and the visible signs of age might be part of the artwork's artistic intention.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-03

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an old or damaged painting or sketch. The texture suggests that the image is of a painting with visible cracks and deterioration. The composition consists of swirling, abstract shapes and forms, giving a sense of movement or energy. It's difficult to determine the specific subject matter due to the abstract nature and the condition of the painting.

There are some dark, rectangular shapes that seem to be either patches or pieces missing from the painting, particularly in the top left and bottom left corners. A number "234" is visible beside the patch in the top left corner.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image appears to be an X-ray or infrared reflectogram of a painting. This type of imaging is often used in art conservation and analysis to reveal underlying structures, such as the canvas weave, brushstrokes, and any hidden details or damages that are not visible to the naked eye.

Key observations from the image:

  1. Canvas Texture: The weave of the canvas is clearly visible, indicating the material on which the painting was made.
  2. Brushstrokes: There are visible brushstrokes, which appear as lighter, wavy lines against the darker background. These strokes suggest the direction and technique used by the artist.
  3. Damage or Patch: There is a noticeable dark patch in the lower left corner, which could indicate damage, a repair, or an area where the paint has been removed or altered.
  4. Underdrawing or Sketch: Faint outlines and shapes can be seen, which might represent the artist's initial sketch or underdrawing before the final paint layers were applied.

This type of analysis is crucial for understanding the painting's history, authenticity, and condition, as well as for planning restoration or conservation efforts.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

234

Google

234