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Title

Art Theory Text with Sketch

Date

1952

People

Artist: Stuart Davis, American 1892 - 1964

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Stuart Davis, 1967.79.858

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Human Generated Data

Title

Art Theory Text with Sketch

People

Artist: Stuart Davis, American 1892 - 1964

Date

1952

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Stuart Davis, 1967.79.858

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

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Amazon
created on 2022-01-21

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Page 63
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Clarifai
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Imagga
created on 2022-01-21

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Google
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Microsoft
created on 2022-01-21

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Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-21

text 99.8%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of a drawing of a drawing of a man's face -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-06

The image appears to be a photograph of a piece of paper with a drawing and handwritten notes. The paper is a tan or light brown color, and the drawing and text are in a dark color, like black or dark brown.

The drawing is a composition of various abstract shapes and forms that are interconnected. There are rectangles, circles, patterns that resemble woven textures, and repeated motifs that look like letters or symbols. Some recognizable elements include the word "LIGAT" in one of the rectangles, a pair of circles within another rectangle that suggest a rudimentary face or machine, and the number "20".

Below the drawing is a handwritten note, which reads as follows:

"The role of Subject-Function in Drawing is a limiting condition in each Relation. I structure myself as determinant in the lord $ and [illegible] as he Mediation by Rationale Methods. The satisfaction and Absolute Content as the Substance, I. [2 or Z] means nothing to us. The S-F is seen as real and to us comes directly + the performance indicates Cannot accept the sanction willingly + swift. The Logic of Presentation Being is the Metabolism of Content by Drawing, of the Constant Relation. As Absolute Rational Security Image.

Control of Subject-Complex is the Content not its subjection to Order."

The handwriting is scribbled and appears to be a mix of cursive and printed letters. Some words are hyphenated, and there are mathematical symbols like the dollar sign "$" used in a possibly metaphoric context.

Overall, the image suggests that it might be a piece of conceptual or philosophical art, combining abstract visuals with reflective text on the nature of drawing, subjectivity, and control in art or in a broader conceptual space.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-30

The image appears to be a handwritten note or drawing with various geometric shapes, symbols, and text. The text discusses the "role of subject-function in drawing" and mentions concepts related to "Metalivism" and "Rational Security" without identifying any specific individuals. The drawing seems to be exploring abstract ideas and relationships through a visual medium.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

The image features a hand-drawn sketch on a brown paper background, accompanied by handwritten notes in black ink. The sketch is composed of various geometric shapes, including rectangles, circles, and lines, which are arranged in a seemingly random pattern. Some of the shapes contain letters or numbers, such as "LIGAT" and "20," while others appear to be abstract symbols.

The handwritten notes below the sketch appear to be a passage of text that discusses the role of subject-function in drawing. The text is written in cursive script and is difficult to read due to its illegibility. However, it appears to be discussing the relationship between the subject and the function of drawing, and how they interact with each other.

Overall, the image suggests that the artist is exploring the concept of subject-function in drawing, and how it relates to the creative process. The use of geometric shapes and abstract symbols in the sketch may represent different aspects of the subject-function relationship, while the handwritten notes provide additional context and insight into the artist's thoughts and ideas.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-02

The image presents a sketch of various geometric shapes, including squares, circles, and triangles, arranged in a seemingly random pattern. The sketch is accompanied by handwritten notes that appear to be discussing the role of subject-function in drawing as a limiting condition in each relation. The notes also mention the importance of metalism by rational method in the satisfaction and absolute completion of the situation.

Key Features:

  • Sketch: A collection of geometric shapes, including squares, circles, and triangles, arranged in a seemingly random pattern.
  • Handwritten Notes: Discussing the role of subject-function in drawing as a limiting condition in each relation, and the importance of metalism by rational method in the satisfaction and absolute completion of the situation.
  • Background: A brownish-yellow background, which may be a piece of paper or cardboard.
  • Border: A thin white border around the edges of the image.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a sketch or diagram used for educational or instructional purposes, possibly in the field of art or design. The handwritten notes suggest that the image is part of a larger discussion or lecture on the topic of drawing and subject-function.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a combination of a drawing and handwritten text. The drawing appears to be a rough sketch of a building or structure with various geometric shapes and lines. It has a somewhat abstract and chaotic appearance, with the text "LIGAT" written in the upper left corner. The handwritten text below the drawing is in a cursive style and seems to be a philosophical or theoretical statement about the role of subject function in drawing and the relationship between subject and object.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features a piece of paper with a drawing and handwritten text. The drawing is composed of various geometric shapes, including rectangles, triangles, and circles, arranged in a somewhat abstract manner. The shapes are interconnected, creating a complex structure. The text, written in cursive, appears to be a philosophical or theoretical discussion about the role of drawing in understanding and representing concepts such as "Subject-Function," "Relation," and "Control."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

This image is an abstract drawing on a beige or light brown background. It combines freehand drawings with handwritten text.

Visual Elements:

  • Drawings: The top portion features a collection of geometric and abstract shapes drawn in black ink. These include squares, rectangles, lines, circles, and what appear to be stylized symbols or letterforms. Some areas have been shaded or filled with cross-hatching to add texture. Specific elements include:
    • A shape resembling a pair of bananas with the word "LIGAT" above it.
    • A square with "20" inscribed within.
    • A box containing three circles inside.
    • A shape containing the symbol "II."
    • Diagonal lines crossed over a circle.
  • Text: The lower portion of the image is filled with handwritten text, also in black ink. The text is densely packed and appears to be an explanation, commentary, or conceptual framework related to the drawings above.

Overall Impression:

The image has an artistic and conceptual feel, reminiscent of a sketch or study. The combination of visual and textual elements suggests a process of exploring ideas related to function, drawing, and conceptualization. The style appears raw and immediate, possibly representing a stream of thought or an attempt to capture a set of principles and definitions.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

The image is a page with a combination of abstract line drawings and handwritten text. The background color of the page appears to be a tan or light brown.

At the top of the image, there are several line drawings arranged in a somewhat scattered fashion. These drawings consist of geometric shapes and patterns. There's a criss-cross pattern in one, circles within squares in another, vertical lines, abstract shapes resembling letters or symbols, and a square with a circle and lines extending from it. The word "LIGAT" is visible within one of the drawings.

Below the drawings, there is handwritten text in cursive. The text is dense and covers the lower portion of the page. It seems to be a philosophical or theoretical discourse, with phrases like "The role of Subject - Function in Drawing," "Metabolism by Rational Method," and "Logic of Disequilibrium" visible. The writing style is somewhat illegible due to the handwriting.

The overall impression is that of a page from a sketchbook or a notebook, combining visual sketches with written notes and reflections.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image appears to be a hand-drawn sketch accompanied by handwritten text. Here is a detailed summary:

Drawing:

The sketch consists of various abstract shapes and elements, including:

  • A grid-like structure with the word "LIGAT" written on it.
  • Several geometric shapes, such as circles, squares, and triangles, interconnected by lines.
  • A series of overlapping and intersecting lines and shapes, creating a sense of complexity.
  • A numerical value "20" written within one of the shapes.
  • A hand-like structure on the right side of the drawing.
  • Various other abstract forms and lines that contribute to the overall chaotic and intricate appearance of the sketch.

Text:

The handwritten text below the drawing reads:

"The role of Super-Function in Drawing is a limiting condition in each Relation-Situation and a determinant in the look of it. But as no Metabolism by Rational Method is the Satisfaction and Absolute Completion of the Situation 21022 no S-Form seen as related to its achievement in any way. Function built cannot refer in a reasonably set. The Logic of Disequilibrium is the Metabolism of Control by Drawing of the Constant Relation as Absolute Rational Security Image. Control of Subed-Complex is the Contact not its Subjection to Order."

Interpretation:

The text seems to discuss the concept of "Super-Function" in drawing, suggesting it acts as a limiting condition and determinant in the appearance of relations and situations. It critiques rational methods, stating they do not achieve satisfaction or completion. The text emphasizes the logic of disequilibrium and the role of drawing in maintaining control through constant relations, portraying an absolute rational security image. The final sentence suggests that control of subordinate complexities involves contact rather than subjection to order.

Overall, the image combines abstract visual elements with philosophical or theoretical text, likely exploring concepts related to drawing, function, and control.

Text analysis

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