Human Generated Data

Title

Needle or Pin

Date

1st-5th century CE

People

-

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Gift of H. W. Bell, 1977.216.2202.19

Human Generated Data

Title

Needle or Pin

Date

1st-5th century CE

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Gift of H. W. Bell, 1977.216.2202.19

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-07

Lizard 79.3
Reptile 79.3
Animal 79.3
Cutlery 72.9
Snake 66.6
Spoon 59.6
Bow 55.6
Wand 55.5

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-07

art 95.8
medicine 95.7
cutout 92.3
one 92.1
desktop 91.3
no person 89.4
texture 89.2
grow 89
still life 88.7
color 88.6
nature 88.2
food 87.8
abstract 86.4
landscape 85.9
daylight 85.5
science 84.4
garden 82.4
cold 82.2
smoke 80.8
tree 80.4

Imagga
created on 2019-07-07

needle 33.4
knife 24.5
nematode 24.3
tool 22.7
equipment 22.5
letter opener 22.1
steel 20.3
drop 20
worm 19.4
metal 18.5
object 17.6
health 17.4
close 16.6
liquid 16.5
fresh 16.4
bubble 16
invertebrate 16
water 15.4
instrument 15.2
clean 15
drink 15
medicine 15
closeup 14.1
splash 14.1
edge tool 13.7
hair slide 13.5
stick 13.3
sharp 13.3
clear 13.1
fastener 12.6
clip 12
hook 11.7
transparent 11.7
stainless 11.6
silver 11.5
light 11.4
hygiene 11.4
animal 11.2
cutter 10.8
thirst 10.7
backdrop 10.7
drip 10.7
single 10.7
color 10.6
ripple 10.5
design 10.1
metallic 10.1
nobody 10.1
device 10
food 9.8
cool 9.8
droplet 9.7
wash 9.6
wave 9.5
drops 9.4
free 9.4
pen 9.2
spa 9
kitchen 8.9
moment 8.9
healthy 8.8
chrome 8.5
art 8.5
energy 8.4
pencil 8.3
freshness 8.3
speed 8.3
weapon 8.1
wet 8.1
restraint 8
blade 7.9
micro 7.8
paper 7.8
black 7.8
high 7.8
tee 7.8
drawing 7.7
motion 7.7
wallpaper 7.7
handle 7.6
bath 7.6
flow 7.4
yellow 7.3
detail 7.2
bright 7.1
shiny 7.1
work 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-07

Twig 62.8

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-07

tool 86.6
weapon 84.1
knife 64
vegetable 9.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Lizard
Snake
Lizard 79.3%
Snake 66.6%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-21

a photograph of a small metal object with a small metal object -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a small, slender, metallic object that appears aged and possibly antique. It has a straight body with a slightly twisted and uneven texture, tapering to a pointed end. At the opposite end, the object has a small square-shaped or diamond-like feature resembling a decorative or structural head. The material looks oxidized, with a greenish patina suggestive of bronze or copper alloy, indicative of possible historical or archaeological significance. The background is plain white, emphasizing the object.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a small, green artifact that appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper. The object has a long, thin, tapered shape with a pointed end and a slightly wider base. The wider end seems to have a square or rhomboid-shaped head. The artifact has an aged and patinated appearance, suggesting that it is old and has undergone oxidation over time. Given its shape, it might be a historical tool or decorative item, such as a pin or stylus. The object is displayed against a plain white background for clarity.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features an ancient bronze object, possibly a hairpin or needle, with a long, thin shaft and a rounded head at one end. The object is made of bronze and has a greenish patina, indicating its age. It is positioned horizontally across the center of the image, with its head on the left side and its tip on the right side. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a historical artifact display. Overall, the image presents a detailed and well-preserved view of an ancient object, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a small, long, thin, and greenish-colored object that appears to be made of metal. The object is positioned horizontally in the center of the image, with its left end featuring a small, rounded head and its right end tapering to a point.

The object's surface exhibits a mottled appearance, with shades of green and brown visible. It is set against a plain white background, which suggests that the image may have been taken for documentation or display purposes. Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the object, allowing for close examination of its features and characteristics.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a small, thin, and curved metal object, possibly a needle, lying on a white background. The needle has a pointed tip and a slightly thicker base, with a smooth and shiny surface. The needle appears to be made of bronze or brass, as it has a greenish-brownish color with some areas of darker patina. The background is plain and white, which helps to highlight the details of the needle.

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

The image shows a metallic object that resembles a stick. It is placed on a white background, which could be a table. The stick is made of metal and is green in color. It is a bit bent, and the tip of the stick is pointed. It is probably a weapon that is used for defense. The stick is probably an antique item that is used for historical purposes.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-14

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image features a single, small, metal object positioned in the center against a plain white background. The object appears to be an ancient pin or needle.

Details:

  • Appearance: The pin is made of a dark, possibly tarnished metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy. It has a greenish-brown patina, indicating age and oxidation. It's made up of a thicker, decorative head, and a long, slender shaft that tapers to a point. The head is shaped like a flat, geometric star.
  • Shape and Condition: The pin is slightly curved, suggesting a possible bending over time. The shaft is straight. The surface appears worn, showing signs of age and perhaps some surface imperfections.
  • Background: The background is clean, white, and unadorned, which places the focus entirely on the pin.
  • Lighting: The lighting is diffused and even, making it easy to see the details of the object.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-14

The image shows an old, tarnished, green-colored hair pin on a white background. The hairpin has a bulbous, roughly faceted head on one end, which tapers into a long, slender, and slightly bent shaft. The tip of the pin is pointed. The overall appearance suggests it is an antique, possibly made of bronze or copper. The pin is horizontally oriented in the center of the image.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows a single, elongated object with a distinct shape and texture. The object appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy, given its greenish patina, which is characteristic of aged bronze. The item has a tapered, pointed end and a slightly bulbous or faceted head at the other end. The surface shows signs of wear and oxidation, suggesting it is an antique or archaeological artifact.

The object resembles a fibula, which is a type of brooch or pin used in ancient times to fasten clothing. Fibulae were common in ancient Roman, Greek, and other cultures, and they often had decorative heads and functional points for securing garments. The green patina and the design suggest it could be from an ancient period.