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Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Vol. 4

Date

Kamakura period, early 14th century

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Books

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Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Donald F. Hyde, 1974.98.4

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Title

Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Vol. 4

Date

Kamakura period, early 14th century

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Books

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Donald F. Hyde, 1974.98.4

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Amazon
created on 2019-06-01

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-01

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Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

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Google
created on 2019-06-01

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Microsoft
created on 2019-06-01

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Color Analysis

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Amazon

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Clarifai

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AWS Rekognition

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Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

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Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-06-01

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Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

the text of the poem.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a chinese writing on a piece of paper with chinese writing

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a traditional East Asian scroll featuring text written in Chinese script. The characters are arranged vertically in columns and appear to be handwritten in an elegant calligraphic style. The image showcases a portion of the manuscript, which seems to have cultural, historical, or religious significance, possibly Buddhist scripture or philosophical writings. The script is dense and precise, suggesting that it is highly detailed or ceremonial in nature, and the parchment or paper itself has a slightly aged appearance, lending an air of antiquity to the artifact.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image is of a horizontal scroll displaying a block of traditional vertical Chinese calligraphy. The text is written in black ink on a light-colored background, with characters arranged in neat, vertical columns from right to left. Each column contains numerous characters, and the writing appears to be a classic style, possibly involving classical Chinese texts or Buddhist scriptures. The scroll seems to be meticulously crafted, with an even ink flow and precise brushstrokes, reflecting a high level of skill in calligraphy. The scroll's sections are separated by slight vertical folds, suggesting it can be rolled or folded for storage.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image appears to be a collection of Chinese or East Asian calligraphic text. The text is written in a traditional style and covers the entire surface of the image. There are no human faces or other identifiable elements present. The text seems to be a series of passages or writings, possibly of a religious, philosophical, or historical nature, though I cannot discern the specific content without being able to read the language.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This appears to be a page or scroll of traditional Chinese text written in vertical columns. The text is written in classical Chinese characters (hanzi) and appears to be from a historical document or religious text, possibly a Buddhist sutra given the formatting and style. The characters are written in black ink on what looks like aged paper or parchment with a light beige or off-white color. The text is densely packed with multiple vertical columns running from right to left, which is the traditional format for classical Chinese writing. The document appears to be well-preserved despite showing some signs of age.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents a detailed, hand-written scroll featuring Chinese characters in black ink on a beige background. The text is densely packed, with each line consisting of multiple characters, and the lines are separated by thin white lines. The characters are written in a traditional Chinese calligraphy style, with varying sizes and fonts used throughout the text.

The text appears to be a passage from an ancient Chinese text, possibly a philosophical or literary work. The use of traditional calligraphy and the dense packing of characters suggest that the text is meant to be read and appreciated for its aesthetic value as well as its content.

Overall, the image showcases the beauty and complexity of traditional Chinese calligraphy and the rich cultural heritage of China.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents a traditional Chinese scroll, featuring a lengthy text written in black ink on a beige background. The text is composed of Chinese characters, which are densely packed and run vertically from top to bottom. The characters are written in a calligraphic style, with varying sizes and strokes that add to the overall aesthetic of the piece.

The scroll appears to be made of paper or silk, with visible creases and folds that suggest it has been rolled up and stored for some time. The beige background provides a neutral contrast to the black ink, allowing the characters to stand out clearly.

Overall, the image suggests that the scroll is an important historical or cultural artifact, possibly a rare manuscript or a work of art created by a skilled calligrapher. The intricate details and careful craftsmanship evident in the text and the scroll itself suggest a high level of expertise and attention to detail.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a scroll or a piece of paper with a large amount of text written in Chinese characters. The text is arranged in a vertical format, with each line of characters forming a column. The characters are written in a neat and uniform style, suggesting that it is a calligraphy or literary work. The paper or scroll appears to be white, and the ink used for the text is black. The text is dense and covers a significant portion of the image, with no visible spaces or gaps between the columns. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a traditional Chinese manuscript or a piece of calligraphy.

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

The image shows a scroll of paper with Chinese characters written on it. The paper appears to be old, with the characters written in black ink. The scroll is rolled up, and the characters are visible in a row. The characters are written in a traditional style, with each character having a distinct shape and form. The paper appears to be made of rice paper, which was commonly used in ancient China for writing and calligraphy. The image is likely a historical artifact, possibly from the Tang dynasty, which is known for its rich cultural and artistic heritage.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image shows a page of a text written in traditional Chinese characters. The characters are neatly arranged in vertical columns, reflecting a style common in classical Chinese texts. The paper has a slightly aged, yellowed appearance, suggesting that it could be an old document or a print of an ancient text.

Specific Elements:

  • Characters: The most prominent feature is the Chinese calligraphy, the script is very regular. The characters are well-defined, and the ink used seems dark and consistent.
  • Format: The text is arranged in columns that run from top to bottom. The columns are generally well-aligned, creating a neat and organized appearance.
  • Paper: The paper itself appears to be traditional, with a slightly rough texture. The color suggests aging or the intentional use of aged paper for aesthetic purposes. The folds and imperfections in the paper add character and authenticity to the piece.

Possible Context:

Based on the appearance of the text, it could be a page from a:

  • Religious text: Given the topic covered, the document could be a part of a Buddhist scripture.
  • Historical document: The script and presentation style are consistent with historical documents from East Asia.

The image is a visual representation of traditional Chinese calligraphy, likely part of a significant cultural or religious text.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a panel of horizontally arranged text written in traditional Chinese calligraphy. The text appears to be excerpts from a Buddhist scripture, possibly the Lotus Sutra, given the mention of "妙法蓮華經 (The Wonderful Dharma Lotus Flower Sutra)".

The calligraphy is dense and written in neat columns from right to left, with very little space between them. The text discusses key Buddhist concepts, such as the practices of bodhisattvas, the teachings of various Buddhas, the path to enlightenment (阿耨多羅三藐三菩提), and the transformations of the world.

The panel is aged, suggested by the off-white color and the visible creases. The texture and presentation indicate that the document could be a very old scroll.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a section of a traditional Chinese manuscript written in vertical columns of classical Chinese characters. The text appears to be handwritten in a calligraphic style, suggesting it might be a historical document, literary work, or religious text. The characters are neatly arranged in columns, and the writing is consistent and uniform, indicating careful and skilled penmanship.

The manuscript is likely written on paper, which has aged over time, giving it a yellowish hue. The text is dense, with little to no spacing between the characters, which is typical of traditional Chinese writing. The content of the text is not immediately clear without translation, but it could be a variety of genres, such as poetry, prose, philosophical writings, or historical records.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of historical and cultural significance, showcasing the art of Chinese calligraphy and the rich tradition of written literature in China.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

The image appears to be a traditional East Asian Buddhist text scroll, likely written in Chinese characters. The text is arranged in a vertical column format, which is characteristic of classical Chinese and Japanese calligraphy. The font is a form of楷书 (kaishu), a regular script, often used for formal and literary purposes.

The content of the text seems to be a religious or philosophical work, possibly a sutra or a commentary on Buddhist teachings. It likely includes moral, ethical, and spiritual guidance, as well as discussions on Buddhist concepts such as the nature of the Buddha, the path to enlightenment, and the nature of existence.

The characters are neatly written in a uniform style, suggesting that this is a carefully crafted piece, possibly from a historical or scholarly context. The scroll is divided into individual sections, which are separated by thin white lines, a common practice in traditional Chinese and East Asian calligraphy to enhance readability and aesthetic appeal.

Overall, the image captures the essence of traditional East Asian calligraphy and the profound nature of Buddhist scriptural texts.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

This image is a traditional Chinese scroll painting with several vertical panels, each containing Chinese characters in a neat, vertical arrangement. The text appears to be written in a classical style of calligraphy, with consistent strokes that suggest a formal or literary purpose. The background of each panel is a light, neutral color, possibly beige or light brown, which contrasts with the dark ink of the characters.

The layout is uniform across all panels, indicating that the text is likely a continuous piece of writing, possibly a poem, a story, a historical account, or a philosophical treatise. The simplicity of the design, with no illustrations or decorative elements, focuses the viewer's attention on the text itself. The overall impression is one of elegance and tradition, characteristic of classical Chinese art and literature.

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