Human Generated Data

Title

X-radiograph(s) of "Female Portrait"

Date

-

People

Related name: Robert Feke, American c. 1707 - c. 1752

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Alan Burroughs Collection of X-Radiographs, Straus.4914

Human Generated Data

Title

X-radiograph(s) of "Female Portrait"

People

Related name: Robert Feke, American c. 1707 - c. 1752

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, Alan Burroughs Collection of X-Radiographs, Straus.4914

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-19

Text 97.1
Newspaper 91.7
Rug 85.4
Art 62

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-19

people 99.7
man 97.2
wear 96.9
antique 96.5
vintage 94.9
old 94.9
retro 94.3
scan 92.8
art 92.7
diagnosis 91.7
adult 90.1
paper 89.9
texture 89.1
radiography 86.2
hospital 85.3
vertical 84.9
portrait 84.2
leader 83
medicine 82.9
desktop 82.8

Imagga
created on 2019-07-19

protective covering 50.3
texture 43.8
shower curtain 40.6
window screen 38.4
textured 35.9
curtain 35.1
grunge 34.9
old 34.1
material 33.9
blind 33.2
covering 33.1
screen 31.8
pattern 30.1
rough 27.3
wallpaper 26.8
retro 26.2
paper 26.1
vintage 25.6
furnishing 24.3
design 23.6
canvas 22.8
fabric 22.3
antique 21.6
dirty 19.9
backdrop 19.8
cotton 19.6
surface 19.4
brown 19.1
ancient 19
blank 18.9
backgrounds 18.7
aged 18.1
textile 18
damaged 16.2
empty 15.5
cloth 15.4
window shade 14.9
wall 14.7
grungy 14.2
sheet 14.1
tile 13.6
torn 13.5
parchment 13.4
color 13.3
frame 13.3
weathered 13.3
clothing 13
art 12.8
style 12.6
aging 12.5
structure 12.2
detail 12.1
close 12
window blind 11.9
crumpled 11.6
space 11.6
fiber 11.5
worn 11.5
effect 10.9
border 10.9
closeup 10.8
fashion 10.6
burlap 10.5
linen 10.3
hard 9.5
seamless 9.5
page 9.3
metallic 9.2
dark 9.2
decoration 8.8
beige 8.7
stained 8.7
cardboard 8.6
brick 8.6
decorative 8.3
cover 8.3
book 8.2
industrial 8.2
light 8
panel 7.9
denim 7.9
wrinkled 7.8
stain 7.7
obsolete 7.7
card 7.6
plate 7.6
stone 7.6
shape 7.5
letter 7.3
graphic 7.3
smooth 7.3
metal 7.2
mosquito net 7.2
soft 7.2
history 7.2
shiny 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-19

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-19

human face 94.9
black and white 94.8
drawing 91
person 90.3
sketch 86.7
monochrome 84.5
art 81
painting 71.4
abstract 70.9
stone 4.4

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-38
Gender Female, 97.2%
Disgusted 5.3%
Happy 24.4%
Calm 1.6%
Angry 1.8%
Confused 2.3%
Sad 63.3%
Surprised 1.3%

Microsoft Cognitive Services

Age 32
Gender Female

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Possible
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Imagga

Traits no traits identified

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 85.4%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-19

a close up of a person 48.5%
close up of a person 40.6%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-19

a photograph of a woman in a veil and veiled headdress -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-07

This image appears to be an x-ray or a scanned photograph of a textured surface, likely fabric, with visible folds and creases. The material has varying shades of grayscale, indicating differences in density or opacity. There are some brighter and darker areas forming geometric shapes across the surface, possibly created by overlapping layers or different lighting during the capturing process.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-07

The image is an X-ray of a painting. The visible area shows a canvas with a clear weave pattern and lines that perhaps indicate the underlying structure or support frames. There are some darker areas and overlapping lighter bands that might be related to the framework or variations in paint density. Additionally, there are some irregular marks and textures throughout the surface that could be due to the materials used or possibly damage or restoration efforts over time. There are partial numbers and text visible at the top which might indicate a catalog or inventory number.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image appears to be a black and white photograph or print. It depicts a human face, but the details are somewhat obscured and distorted, likely due to the age or condition of the image. The face appears to be that of an older individual, with distinct facial features visible despite the grainy and imperfect nature of the image.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This appears to be an old black and white photograph with a somewhat ghostly or ethereal quality. The image is quite grainy and has a textured appearance, possibly due to the photographic technique or age of the photo. There's a figure visible in profile, with what appears to be a light-colored garment or shirt. The lighting creates an interesting contrast between light and shadow, giving the image a somewhat dramatic or artistic quality. The background is simple and dark, which makes the lighter elements of the image stand out more prominently. The photograph has a vintage feel, likely dating from many decades ago.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a piece of artwork, possibly a painting or drawing, featuring a woman's face. The artwork is displayed on a canvas or paper background, with visible creases and marks that suggest it may have been folded or handled roughly.

The woman's face is depicted in a realistic style, with detailed features such as her eyes, nose, and mouth. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a dress or robe that covers her shoulders. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the artwork may have been created in the 18th or 19th century.

Unfortunately, the image quality is poor, making it difficult to discern many details. The photograph itself appears to be old and faded, with visible scratches and tears that add to the sense of age and wear. Despite these limitations, the image provides a glimpse into the artistic style and techniques of a bygone era, and may be of interest to historians, art enthusiasts, or collectors of antique artwork.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a painting, possibly a portrait. The painting appears to be a portrait of a woman with her head turned slightly to the right. She has dark hair and is wearing a white dress or shirt with a high neckline. The background of the painting is light-colored, but it's difficult to make out any details due to the poor quality of the photograph.

The photograph itself is old and worn, with visible creases and tears. It appears to have been taken from an angle, as the edges of the painting are not straight. There are also some numbers and letters written in the top-right corner of the photograph, but they are not legible.

Overall, the image suggests that the painting is an old work of art that has been preserved through photography. However, the poor quality of the photograph makes it difficult to appreciate the details of the painting.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a person. The photograph appears to be old, as it has a vintage look. The person is wearing a jacket and has a hood over their head. The hood is covering the person's head and face, but the person's eyes are visible. The person's eyes are looking to the right. The person's mouth is slightly open, and the person's teeth are visible.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a monochromatic photograph of a person's face, captured from a low angle, giving the impression of a close-up shot. The face is slightly illuminated from the right, casting a soft shadow on the left side of the face. The person is wearing a hood or a scarf that covers the top of the head and partially obscures the face, adding an element of mystery or intrigue. The eyes are visible, and the person appears to be smiling or looking forward with a neutral expression. The background is intentionally blurred or out of focus, drawing attention to the face and creating a sense of depth. The overall tone of the image is somewhat dark, with a slight vignette effect at the edges, giving it a vintage or old-fashioned appearance.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be a somewhat aged or deteriorated image. It features a portrait of a woman, her face visible through what seems to be a sheer veil or cloth. The background has a crosshatch texture and there appear to be architectural elements, possibly a window frame or a structure with right angles.

Here are some of the details:

  • Subject: The primary subject is a woman's face. She is wearing a head covering or veil, adding an air of mystery.
  • Composition: The composition is divided, with the woman's face taking up a portion of the right side. The rest of the image has elements that suggest a window or structure.
  • Quality: The image has imperfections, suggesting an older photograph or perhaps a copy of an older piece. The contrast is moderate.
  • Style: The style gives a vintage or historical feel.

Overall, the photograph evokes a sense of history and timelessness.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image is a faded, monochromatic photograph of a woman's portrait, overlaid with the image of a window. The portrait, appearing on the right side of the frame, is that of a woman with a serene expression. She wears a simple headdress or veil that frames her face. Her eyes are soft and her gaze is directed forward.

Superimposed on the left side of the image is the stark outline of a window frame. The vertical and horizontal lines are clear, dividing the space into rectangular sections. The window seems to be behind some sheer material or partially covered with paper, as evidenced by the translucence and light play within the frame.

The overall aesthetic is old-fashioned and somewhat ghostly, suggesting the image is a vintage photograph that has degraded over time. The grainy texture and fading contribute to the ethereal quality of the image.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image appears to be an X-ray or infrared photograph of a painting. The X-ray reveals underlying details that are not visible on the surface of the painting.

Here are some observations:

  1. Face and Figure: The most prominent feature is a face, likely of a man, which is partially visible. The face appears to be in profile, facing to the right.

  2. Underlying Structure: The image shows the canvas texture and possibly the wooden frame or stretcher bars that support the canvas.

  3. Artistic Techniques: The X-ray might reveal different layers of paint, showing how the artist built up the image. This can include underdrawings, changes made by the artist, or different stages of the painting process.

  4. Damage or Restoration: There might be signs of damage or previous restorations, such as patches or areas where the paint has been retouched.

  5. Historical Insight: Such images are often used in art conservation and restoration to understand the original state of the painting, the techniques used by the artist, and any alterations made over time.

Overall, this type of imaging provides valuable information for art historians and conservators to study and preserve the artwork.

Text analysis

Google

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