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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Banteay Srei, Angkor, Cambodia)

Date

February 28, 1960-March 1, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4489.1

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Banteay Srei, Angkor, Cambodia)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

February 28, 1960-March 1, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4489.1

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Archaeology 100
Art 82.3
Baby 80.6
Person 80.6
Machine 78.9
Wheel 78.9
Person 78.6
Architecture 70.1
Building 70.1
Head 62.9
Pattern 56.9
Accessories 56.7
Painting 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

art 96.5
religion 94.6
old 94.1
sculpture 93.9
pattern 93.9
people 93.7
architecture 93.3
ancient 92.4
desktop 92.2
decoration 91.4
symbol 89.3
travel 88.9
culture 88.8
design 87.7
illustration 87.2
wall 86.9
man 86.3
antique 85.5
retro 83.4
no person 81.8

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

tile 37.1
old 34.8
mosaic 29.6
ancient 25.9
texture 23.6
architecture 22.6
art 21.6
pattern 20.5
wall 20.1
transducer 19.4
stone 19.1
vintage 19
history 18.8
travel 18.3
culture 17.9
religion 17.9
antique 17.9
grunge 17.9
temple 16.4
sculpture 14.8
design 14.6
electrical device 14.6
detail 14.5
building 13.6
aged 13.6
retro 13.1
monument 12.1
jigsaw puzzle 12
device 12
decoration 11.9
close 11.4
structure 11.2
historic 11
traditional 10.8
surface 10.6
carving 10.4
material 10
dirty 9.9
landmark 9.9
textured 9.6
god 9.6
puzzle 9.5
color 9.5
religious 9.4
famous 9.3
exterior 9.2
tourism 9.1
brown 8.8
paper 8.6
grungy 8.5
historical 8.5
east 8.4
frame 8.3
church 8.3
memorial 8
black 7.9
carved 7.8
heritage 7.7
holy 7.7
lace 7.7
wallpaper 7.7
house 7.6
china 7.5
gold 7.4
road 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

indoor 87.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Baby
Person
Wheel
Building
Baby 80.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-09

an old photo of a person 60.9%
a photo of a person 56.3%
a black and white photo of a person 40.7%

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-25

The image shows a detailed stone carving, likely part of a larger architectural structure. The composition is rich with figures and ornate patterns, all rendered in grayscale.

The central motif appears to be a procession or parade of animals, primarily elephants, accompanied by human figures. The elephants are adorned with what seems like decorative coverings or harnesses. Some of the human figures are riding on the elephants, while others are walking alongside them. One human appears to be riding in a wheeled chariot.

Above the procession, there's a row of stylized trees or bushes with dense foliage. Above the trees, there is a row of birds. The top section features a series of parallel lines, possibly representing water or sky. A seven headed serpent is present in the top section.

The entire scene is framed by intricate floral or foliage patterns, adding to the overall decorative effect. The stone surface shows signs of age and wear, indicating that this is an ancient or historical artifact.

The style of the carving and the subject matter suggests that this is likely a piece of South Asian art, possibly from a temple or palace. The overall effect is one of historical richness and cultural significance.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-25

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image shows a detailed, grayscale relief carving. It appears to be part of a larger architectural structure, likely a temple or palace, based on the intricate carvings surrounding the main scene. The carving is well-preserved, although there's some minor wear and tear consistent with its age.

Main Scene: The central focus is a narrative scene, probably depicting a historical or mythological event. The details are rich, featuring a variety of elements:

  • Figures: There are human figures, some appearing to be riding animals or involved in activities. The figures are sculpted with varying levels of detail, showing movement and possibly indicating different social roles.
  • Animals: Numerous animals, including elephants, horses, and possibly other creatures, populate the scene. These are rendered with considerable skill, showcasing their forms and postures.
  • Vegetation: Trees are included in the background, adding depth and a sense of place to the scene.
  • Vehicles: A chariot is present, adding another layer of narrative detail.

Surrounding Elements: The scene is framed by more elaborate carvings, including floral and geometric patterns. This suggests a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Style and Context: The style of the carving suggests an ancient civilization, possibly from South or Southeast Asia. Further research might be needed to identify the specific culture and the subject of the narrative.

Additional notes:

  • The relief carving is composed of stone, suggesting that it has been carved with chisels.
  • The image is a black and white photograph of the art piece.
  • The image is credited to Harvard University Art Museums.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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