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Human Generated Data

Title

Grotesque with Venus Standing on a Sphere Flanked by Two Dolphins

Date

17th century

People

Artist: Monogramist B. L., active 1626-1634

Alternative attribution: Balthazar Lemersier, active 1626-1634

Artist after: Lukas Kilian, German 1579 - 1637

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Edith I. Welch, 2016.57.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Grotesque with Venus Standing on a Sphere Flanked by Two Dolphins

People

Artist: Monogramist B. L., active 1626-1634

Alternative attribution: Balthazar Lemersier, active 1626-1634

Artist after: Lukas Kilian, German 1579 - 1637

Date

17th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Edith I. Welch, 2016.57.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Home Decor 100
Art 99.6
Painting 99.6
Rug 99.6
Floral Design 99
Graphics 99
Pattern 99
Doodle 88.1
Drawing 88.1
Wedding 76.6
Face 76.2
Head 76.2
Chandelier 56.5
Lamp 56.5
Text 56.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

decoration 99.5
pattern 99.3
ornate 98.8
art 98.3
design 98.1
antique 97.4
texture 97
retro 96.6
picture frame 96.4
door 95.9
vintage 94.9
abstract 94.5
style 93.5
old 93.2
desktop 93
victorian 91.2
craft 90.8
floral 90.7
classic 90.4
wall 90.3

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

arabesque 70
vintage 37.3
antique 36.8
pattern 32.8
texture 32
old 30.7
design 30
art 28.6
ancient 28.6
retro 27.9
floral 27.2
grunge 26.4
decoration 25.1
decor 22.1
ornament 20.7
drawing 19.5
ornate 18.3
paper 18.1
style 17.1
frame 16.1
leaf 15.6
sketch 15.5
flower 15.4
carving 15.3
aged 14.5
damask 14.4
element 14.1
graphic 13.9
plant 13.4
decorative 13.4
traditional 13.3
wall 12.8
scroll 12.4
wallpaper 12.3
brown 11.8
handmade 11.6
royal 11.6
ornamental 11.4
temple 11.4
foliage 11.1
elegance 10.9
fabric 10.9
border 10.9
material 10.7
tile 10.5
detail 10.5
artistic 10.4
elegant 10.3
classic 10.2
rough 10
backdrop 9.9
engraving 9.9
religion 9.9
representation 9.7
card 9.6
craft 9.6
stamp 9.4
east 9.4
close 9.1
branch 9.1
gold 9
painting 9
history 9
shape 8.8
carved 8.8
textured 8.8
architecture 8.7
parchment 8.6
obsolete 8.6
curl 8.6
old fashioned 8.6
religious 8.4
cover 8.3
swirl 8.3
artwork 8.2
binding 8.1
blank 7.7
stylized 7.7
culture 7.7
middle 7.7
textile 7.6
silhouette 7.5
letter 7.3
template 7.3
dirty 7.2
creative 7.1
surface 7.1
modern 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

black and white 81.8
art 76
drawing 72.6
artwork 61.8
font 60.2
monochrome 56.7
visual arts 54.8
history 50.4
pattern 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

fabric 28.1

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 24-34
Gender Male, 94.7%
Calm 51.7%
Sad 28.8%
Surprised 15%
Fear 7.9%
Confused 3.9%
Angry 3.7%
Disgusted 2.2%
Happy 2.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Adult
Bride
Female
Woman

Clarifai

Human face
Person
Human head
Plant

AWS Rekognition

Person 95.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

paintings art 59.8%
text visuals 37.9%
streetview architecture 1.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-09

a fabric surface 64.9%
a close up of a fabric surface 64.8%
a close up of a rug 64.7%

Salesforce

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

a drawing of a man and woman with a bird and a bird

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

a photograph of a drawing of a drawing of a tree

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-14

This image is an intricately detailed, symmetrical drawing that features classical and mythological elements. It showcases a central figure standing in a graceful pose, surrounded by elaborate floral and ornamental designs that include scrolling foliage and various fantastical creatures. The four corners are embellished with decorative elements, and there are several smaller figures interacting with the environment, possibly engaging in artistic or mythological activities. The composition conveys a sense of elegance and complexity, typical of classical art styles.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-14

This image appears to be an intricately detailed black-and-white engraving or illustration. The ornate design is composed of various decorative elements including scrollwork, foliage, and floral motifs. Within the central oval frame, there is an illustration that seems to feature a classical or mythological figure. Surrounding this central figure, the design features symmetrically positioned elements, such as fantastical creatures, possibly dragons or serpents, and other decorative embellishments that are characteristic of Baroque or Rococo style artwork. It looks like an example of decorative art that could be found as a print or in an old book or manuscript.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-14

This is a decorative engraving or print that appears to be from the Renaissance or Baroque period. It features an ornate design with scrolling patterns, mythological figures, and classical motifs. The composition is symmetrical, with a central figure depicted as a winged figure or angel. Around this central figure are elaborate scrollwork patterns, floral elements, and decorative flourishes typical of the period.

The piece includes several nude figures integrated into the decorative elements, positioned within the curling scrollwork. At the top of the design is a small decorative cartouche. The overall style shows the influence of grotesque ornamental designs that were popular in European decorative arts of the 16th and 17th centuries.

The artwork is rendered in black and white through engraving techniques, showing fine line work and cross-hatching to create depth and texture. The initials "B L" appear to be inscribed at the bottom of the design, likely indicating the artist or engraver's signature.

This type of ornamental print would have typically been used as a design template for craftsmen working in various media, such as metalwork, furniture decoration, or architectural ornamentation.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-14

The image appears to be an engraving or etching from an old book or manuscript, likely from the 16th-18th century based on the style. It depicts an intricate, symmetrical design composed of various fantastical creatures and figures arranged in a dense, ornamental pattern.

At the center is a crucifix with a stylized figure of Christ. Surrounding this are swirling, intertwined vines, leaves and tendrils. Throughout the composition are perched putti (cherub figures), as well as mermaids, sea creatures, mythological beasts, masks, and other grotesque imaginary figures typical of Renaissance and Baroque ornamental designs known as "grotesques".

The entire highly detailed illustration is contained within an ornate rectangular border. The tone is monochromatic, likely printed from a single engraved plate. While the subject matter is fanciful, the high level of detail and fine linework suggests it was created by a skilled printmaker as a virtuoso example of ornamental engraving from this historical period. Overall, it exemplifies the fascination with fantastical creatures, visual density and horror vacui ("fear of empty space") seen in a lot of European decorative art of that era.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-14

This image appears to be an ornate, engraved illustration featuring intricate decorative elements and mythical or allegorical figures. The central focal point is a nude female figure surrounded by a variety of fantastical, curvilinear designs and motifs. The overall style and composition suggest this is a work of artistic and decorative significance, likely from an earlier historical period.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a detailed ornamental engraving or print featuring elaborate Renaissance-style decorative elements. The composition is symmetrical and includes scrolling acanthus leaves, floral motifs, and mythological figures. In the center, there's a decorative frame containing a nude figure surrounded by garlands. The design includes winged figures and cherubs integrated into the scrollwork. At the top and sides, there are decorative umbrella-like or shell-like forms. The entire piece is executed in black and white line work, typical of period engravings. The style suggests it's likely from the 16th or 17th century, and the initials "B L" appear at the bottom of the design. The overall effect is very ornate and characteristic of mannerist decorative arts.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts an engraving of a decorative panel featuring various figures and floral elements. The panel is surrounded by a border, with a central figure of a woman in the center. The woman is surrounded by other figures, including cherubs, animals, and plants. The engraving is in black and white, with intricate details and shading.

  • The engraving is likely from the Renaissance period, given its style and the presence of classical elements.
  • The use of cherubs and other mythological figures suggests that the engraving may have been used to decorate a book or other printed material.
  • The intricate details and shading in the engraving demonstrate the skill of the artist who created it.
  • The engraving may have been used to illustrate a text or to decorate a page in a book.
  • The use of black and white in the engraving gives it a timeless quality, making it suitable for use in a variety of contexts.
  • The engraving is a beautiful example of Renaissance art, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of the artist who created it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-11

This image is a black-and-white illustration of various mythological figures and decorative elements. The central figure appears to be a woman, possibly a mermaid or siren, surrounded by other figures that may represent mythological creatures such as satyrs, fauns, or demons. The illustration also features floral motifs, including leaves and vines, which are intertwined with the figures.

The style of the illustration suggests that it may be from the Renaissance period, possibly from the 16th century. The use of intricate details and the blending of mythological and natural elements are characteristic of Renaissance art. The illustration may have been created for a book or manuscript, possibly as an illuminated letter or a decorative border.

Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and cultural traditions of the Renaissance era, showcasing the blending of mythology, nature, and artistry that defined this period.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-14

The image is a black-and-white drawing of an intricate design that appears to be a decorative border or frame. The border is composed of various elements, including floral patterns, human figures, and mythical creatures. The central part of the design features a large, ornate structure that resembles a throne or pedestal, surrounded by elaborate decorations. The design is symmetrical and has a sense of balance and harmony.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-14

The image is a black-and-white drawing featuring a highly detailed and intricate design. The drawing is framed with a thick black border, enhancing the contrast and giving it a vintage or antique appearance. The central motif is a large, ornate floral pattern that is symmetrically arranged. The pattern is composed of various elements, including flowers, leaves, and tendrils, all intricately intertwined.

Surrounding the central floral motif are smaller, yet equally detailed, designs. These include cherubs, small figures, and various decorative elements such as scrolls and vines. The cherubs are depicted in various poses, some holding objects like bows and arrows, adding a playful and whimsical touch to the drawing.

The drawing appears to be a decorative piece, possibly from a book or an art collection. The level of detail and the ornate style suggest it could be from a historical period, perhaps the Renaissance or Baroque era, known for their elaborate and decorative art styles.

Overall, the image is a beautiful example of intricate and detailed drawing, showcasing the artist's skill in creating complex and visually appealing patterns.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-28

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a rectangular black and white print, possibly an engraving or etching, showcasing an elaborate and fantastical design. The design features a central figure of a nude woman standing on a sphere, encircled by a garland of leaves. She is holding a flowing scarf or ribbon above her head.

Above her is an ornamental structure with various figures and floral elements. The top corners of the image feature figures with serpent-like bodies and human heads.

On either side of the central figure are standing men with ornate parasols, and below them are smaller figures, possibly monkeys, sitting on decorative elements.

At the bottom of the image, there is a winged figure with a decorated torso, flanked by two hybrid creatures that appear to be a combination of human and animal. The lower corners of the image are adorned with ornate, swirling patterns.

The overall style suggests a historical design, possibly from the Renaissance or Baroque period, characterized by its ornate, symmetrical, and allegorical elements. The print appears to be on aged paper, with some visible imperfections and a faded quality. The letters "B L" can be seen in the lower left corner.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-28

This is an intricately detailed, black-and-white engraving. The design is highly ornamental, with a symmetrical layout featuring a combination of human figures, mythical creatures, and decorative elements.

Here's a breakdown of the main components:

  • Central Figure: The dominant figure is a winged human with intricate detailing, likely a mythical figure.
  • Surrounding Figures: The design is populated with other figures. They are depicted as naked or semi-naked humans in various poses, some playing instruments and others with mythical features (like serpents or bird-like wings).
  • Ornamentation: The artwork is full of decorative flourishes, including:
    • Swirling lines and curves
    • Scrollwork and floral motifs
    • Hanging elements
    • Ornate frames and borders
  • Symmetry: The overall composition exhibits a strong sense of symmetry, with elements often mirrored on either side of a central axis.
  • Style: The engraving style suggests it may be from the Renaissance or Baroque periods, known for their elaborate and detailed artwork.

Overall, this appears to be a decorative engraving, likely intended for use in architectural ornamentation, book illustrations, or other decorative purposes.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image depicts an intricate, ornate design that appears to be an engraving or a detailed illustration. The artwork features a central figure, which seems to be a classical or mythological figure, possibly a goddess or a muse, standing on a pedestal. This figure is surrounded by elaborate, symmetrical patterns and decorative elements.

Key elements of the design include:

  1. Central Figure: A female figure standing on a pedestal, possibly representing a deity or an allegorical figure. She is depicted in a classical pose, with flowing drapery and a serene expression.

  2. Surrounding Elements: The central figure is encircled by a variety of decorative motifs, including:

    • Cherubs or Putti: Small, winged figures often associated with love and innocence.
    • Floral and Foliate Motifs: Elaborate patterns of leaves, flowers, and vines that add to the ornate nature of the design.
    • Scrolls and Swirls: Intricate, flowing lines that create a sense of movement and dynamism.
    • Mythological Creatures: There are various mythological or fantastical elements, such as winged creatures and possibly sea creatures, adding to the richness of the design.
  3. Symmetry: The design is highly symmetrical, with elements mirrored on either side of the central figure, creating a balanced and harmonious composition.

  4. Artistic Style: The style of the engraving suggests influences from Baroque or Rococo periods, characterized by its elaborate and decorative nature.

Overall, the image is a detailed and complex piece of art that combines classical and mythological themes with intricate decorative elements, showcasing a high level of craftsmanship and artistic skill.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

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