Human Generated Data

Title

Variations on a Theme (No. 107)

Date

1994

People

Artist: Sara Sosnowy, American born 1957

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Sarah-Ann and Werner H. Kramarsky, 1994.47.9

Human Generated Data

Title

Variations on a Theme (No. 107)

People

Artist: Sara Sosnowy, American born 1957

Date

1994

Classification

Drawings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Sarah-Ann and Werner H. Kramarsky, 1994.47.9

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Canvas 76.7
Text 70.3
Rug 63
File Binder 59
File Folder 58.5

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

no person 99.6
wear 97.9
retro 97.4
empty 95.4
dirty 95
old 94.9
dark 94.5
one 94.4
antique 93.7
book bindings 89.7
blank 88.8
art 88.4
ancient 88.2
vintage 87.7
chalk 86.4
rough 86
simplicity 82.3
paper 82.1
writing 81
school 79.8

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

blackboard 77.9
brass 55
vintage 48
frame 47.8
texture 45.9
memorial 45
grunge 44.3
old 43.9
blank 40.3
structure 37.5
retro 36.9
chalkboard 35.3
aged 32.6
antique 32
black 29.7
border 29
empty 28.4
chalk 28.3
board 26.2
wall 26.1
paper 25.1
dirty 24.4
grungy 23.7
rough 23.7
textured 22.8
design 19.7
art 18.3
note 17.5
ancient 17.3
pattern 17.1
wallpaper 16.9
space 16.3
brown 16.2
material 16.1
wood 15.9
wooden 15.8
message 15.5
school 15.3
photograph 14.7
damaged 14.3
text 14
stained 13.5
nobody 13.2
education 13
classroom 12.6
reminder 12.6
worn 12.4
backdrop 12.4
old fashioned 12.4
page 12.1
album 11.7
notice 11.7
edge 11.5
surface 11.5
rusty 11.4
word 11.3
film 10.8
ragged 10.7
stain 10.6
parchment 10.6
concrete 10.5
sheet 10.3
card 10.3
cover 10.2
binding 10.2
book 10.1
instant 9.8
crumpled 9.7
scrapbook 9.7
announcement 9.7
detail 9.7
object 9.5
photography 9.5
graphic 9.5
color 9.5
learn 9.5
notebook 9.3
communication 9.2
backgrounds 8.9
copy 8.9
symbol 8.8
faded 8.8
memory 8.7
rust 8.7
drawing 8.6
black box 8.6
close 8.6
writing 8.5
write 8.5
study 8.4
horizontal 8.4
decorative 8.4
element 8.3
business 7.9
grime 7.8
billboard 7.8
stains 7.8
torn 7.7
messy 7.7
spot 7.7
dirt 7.6
weathered 7.6
dark 7.5
closeup 7.4
letter 7.3
yellow 7.3
paint 7.2
decoration 7.2
copy space 7.2
gray 7.2
icon 7.1
idea 7.1

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Black 96.8
Rectangle 76.3
Square 56.9

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

text 98.8
screenshot 50.3

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 24-38
Gender Female, 88.9%
Angry 11.4%
Disgusted 3.9%
Calm 48.3%
Sad 8%
Happy 3.5%
Surprised 5.6%
Fear 17.2%
Confused 2.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 63%

Captions

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-03-06

This image features a piece of artwork that consists of a square canvas entirely painted in black. Positioned centrally on the canvas is a smaller square pattern composed of raised circular elements that appear to reflect light, giving them a silvery appearance. These elements stand out against the matte black of the rest of the canvas, creating a tactile contrast. The artwork has a minimalist and abstract aesthetic, and the overall darkness of the piece could invoke a range of interpretations depending on the viewer's perspective.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-03-06

The image depicts what appears to be a minimalistic and abstract artwork with a very dark, nearly black background. In the center of the canvas, there is a rectangular arrangement of small, shiny, circular elements that reflect light, creating a subtle contrast against the dark backdrop. The edges of the canvas are rough or uneven, contributing to the overall texture of the piece. The artwork emits a somber, enigmatic vibe, characterized by its simplicity and the interplay between light and dark elements.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-21

The image shows a black square with a textured pattern resembling overlapping circles or dots, giving it an embossed or tactile appearance. The circles form an abstract geometric composition against the solid black background. The pattern has an organic, semi-random quality while still maintaining an overall unified structure across the square format.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-21

The image appears to be an abstract black-and-white composition. It features a grid-like arrangement of circular shapes or dots in the center of the frame, placed against a dark, almost completely black background. The circular elements seem to be arranged in a somewhat irregular or organic pattern, creating a visually striking and textural effect. The overall impression is one of minimalism and a focus on the interplay of light and shadow, form and negative space.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-21

This appears to be a minimalist abstract artwork featuring a small rectangular grid pattern in a lighter shade against a solid black background. The grid consists of small circular or dot-like elements arranged in regular rows and columns. The pattern appears to be slightly textured or embossed, creating a subtle contrast against the dark background. The overall composition is quite stark and geometric, with the grid pattern positioned slightly off-center in what appears to be a square frame. The style suggests this could be a piece of contemporary or modern art, possibly using techniques like embossing or relief printing.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-21

The image presents a square piece of black paper with a central design, set against a gray background. The paper's edges are rough and uneven, suggesting it may be handmade or torn from a larger sheet. At the center of the paper is a pattern composed of small, circular shapes arranged in a grid-like formation. These circles appear to be made from a lighter material than the surrounding paper, possibly white or light gray. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the subtle contrast between the dark paper and the lighter circles creating a sense of visual interest. The gray background provides a neutral backdrop for the paper, allowing the viewer to focus on the central design without distraction. The overall mood of the image is calm and contemplative, inviting the viewer to appreciate the beauty of the simple yet effective design.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-21

The image presents a square, black piece of paper or canvas with a rough, torn edge, set against a gray background. The paper's surface features a subtle, raised pattern of small circles, arranged in a grid-like formation. This pattern is centered within the square and adds a touch of texture and visual interest to the otherwise plain background. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and minimalism, with the black paper and gray background creating a clean and uncluttered aesthetic. The raised pattern of circles adds a sense of depth and dimensionality to the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the composition.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-12

The image is a monochromatic artwork featuring a large black square against a white background. The square is filled with a grid of numerous small, circular dots, creating a textured pattern. The dots vary slightly in size and are closely packed together, giving the square a dense, intricate appearance. The edges of the square are slightly uneven, suggesting a handmade or textured surface. The overall effect is minimalist yet complex, with the repetition of the dots adding depth and interest to the simple black square.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-12

The image is a photograph of a square piece of artwork. The artwork is predominantly black, with a slightly textured surface. The texture suggests that it might be a painting or a print on a canvas or paper. In the center of the artwork, there is a grid of small, circular shapes. These circles are arranged in a regular pattern, possibly suggesting a mechanical or digital influence. The circles are slightly lighter than the black background, giving them a subtle contrast. The overall effect is minimalist and abstract, focusing on the interplay of light and dark.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-21

The image shows a square-shaped artwork with a black background. The artwork features a grid-like pattern of small, round shapes that are arranged in a square formation. The round shapes are black and white, creating a contrast against the black background. The artwork appears to be a minimalist piece, with a simple and clean design. The round shapes are evenly spaced, and the grid-like pattern creates a sense of order and symmetry.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-21

The image features a square-shaped artwork on a black background. The artwork itself is a grid of small, round dots arranged in a structured pattern. The dots are of varying sizes, creating a textured effect. The overall composition is minimalist, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow on the dots. The background is a deep black, which contrasts sharply with the silver-gray tones of the dots, making them stand out. The edges of the artwork are slightly blurred, adding to the abstract and artistic feel of the piece.