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Title

Printed Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Vol. 4

Date

Kamakura period, 1281-1292

People

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Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.418.4

Human Generated Data

Title

Printed Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Vol. 4

Date

Kamakura period, 1281-1292

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.418.4

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-01

Text 100
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Calligraphy 99.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-01

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texture 95.7
retro 95.7
text 93.6

Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

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Google
created on 2019-06-01

Text 92.2
Calligraphy 87.1
Font 75
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-01

handwriting 98.8
text 98.4
calligraphy 63.6
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

Book
Flower

AWS Rekognition

Rug 84.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

text visuals 98.2%
paintings art 1.6%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

page from a text book.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a chinese writing on a book with chinese writing

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-21

The image appears to show a page of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The text is written in a vertical format from top to bottom and from right to left, which is customary for traditional Chinese writing. The characters are in varying styles of calligraphy, some with more flourish and others more straightforward.

The paper looks aged, with some discoloration that suggests it may be an antique or a reproduction aiming to mimic an older aesthetic. Red seals or stamps can be seen at the top right and throughout the text. These seals are often used to mark ownership, authenticity, or as a signature of the calligrapher.

Without a translation, it's not possible to know the content of the writing, which could be poetic, literary, or perhaps a type of narrative or record. The artistry of the calligraphy suggests that this piece is not merely functional but rather an artwork or a document of cultural significance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-21

The image depicts a page filled with traditional Chinese text. The text is neatly written in vertical columns, starting from the top right and moving towards the left. Each column is separated by narrow white space. Some characters have small red annotations beside them, which might indicate pronunciation marks or other notations. The ink of the calligraphy is dark and contrasts sharply against the beige background of the page. The text appears to be an excerpt from a classical Chinese text, possibly a religious or historical document given the formality and style of the script. The page shows slight signs of wear and age, with minor spots and a rough edge, particularly on the left side.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-21

This image appears to be an old manuscript or document written in Chinese characters. The text covers various topics and principles, but does not contain any identifiable human faces or individuals. As per the instructions provided, I will refrain from identifying or naming any individuals in the image, and instead describe the overall content and nature of the document.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-21

This appears to be a page from a classical Chinese text or manuscript. It features vertical columns of Chinese characters written in black ink on aged paper. The characters appear to be written in a traditional calligraphic style, and there are some small red marks or dots visible throughout the text which may be punctuation marks or reading guides. The page shows signs of age, with some slight discoloration and wear around the edges. The text seems to be organized in a formal manner typical of classical Chinese documents, with clear spacing between columns and characters. At the bottom right corner, there appears to be some text that might indicate a section or chapter heading.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This appears to be a page from a classical Chinese text or manuscript. It features vertical columns of Chinese characters written in black ink on aged paper with a light beige or off-white color. The characters appear to be written in a traditional calligraphic style, and there are some small red marks or dots interspersed throughout the text, which were likely used for punctuation or annotation purposes. The text appears to be well-preserved despite its apparent age. At the bottom of the page, there seems to be some text that might indicate a section title or attribution. The overall layout and style is typical of traditional East Asian manuscript books or religious texts.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image presents a page of text written in Chinese calligraphy, featuring a vertical arrangement of characters on a beige background with a subtle texture. The text is composed of black ink, with some red dots scattered throughout, and is accompanied by a black border around the edges.

Key Features:

  • Text: The text is written in Chinese calligraphy, with a vertical arrangement of characters.
  • Background: The background is beige with a subtle texture.
  • Ink: The text is written in black ink.
  • Red Dots: Red dots are scattered throughout the text.
  • Border: A black border surrounds the edges of the page.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a page from an ancient or historical document, possibly a scroll or manuscript. The use of traditional Chinese calligraphy and the inclusion of red dots suggest a level of cultural significance or importance. The beige background and black border add to the overall aesthetic, creating a sense of elegance and sophistication.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image presents a piece of aged paper with Chinese calligraphy, featuring a vertical column of text written in black ink. The text is composed of Chinese characters, which are densely packed and run from top to bottom on the left side of the page. The right side of the page contains fewer characters, with some scattered throughout the middle section.

The paper itself appears to be old and worn, with visible signs of aging such as yellowing, discoloration, and tears along the edges. The background of the image is a solid black color, which helps to highlight the details of the paper and the calligraphy.

Overall, the image suggests that the paper may be an antique or a historical document, possibly from China or another country where Chinese is spoken. The calligraphy is likely to be a form of traditional Chinese writing, which is highly valued for its aesthetic and cultural significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image depicts an old, weathered page from a book or document. The page is filled with Chinese characters written in black ink. The text is arranged in vertical columns, a traditional format for Chinese writing. The paper appears to be aged, with visible discoloration and wear, particularly at the edges and corners. Some characters are slightly faded, and there are a few small, red dots scattered throughout the text, possibly indicating annotations or emphasis. The background of the page is light beige, suggesting the use of aged paper. The overall appearance of the page suggests it is from an older publication, possibly from the late 19th or early 20th century.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image is a photograph of a page from a book or document written in Chinese characters. The page appears to be old, with some signs of wear and aging, such as creases and slight discoloration. The text is handwritten in black ink, with some characters having red dots or marks next to them, possibly indicating emphasis or corrections. The characters are arranged in vertical columns, which is a traditional format for Chinese writing. The content of the text is not immediately clear without translation, but it seems to be a continuous passage or narrative. The paper appears to be of a traditional type, possibly handmade, with a textured surface. The edges of the page are slightly uneven, suggesting that it may have been trimmed or cut by hand. Overall, the image conveys a sense of historical or cultural significance, as it represents a piece of written communication from a different time and place.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-06

This image showcases a page from a classical East Asian text. Here's a breakdown:

  • Text Content: The page is filled with vertical columns of Chinese characters. Based on the title, it appears to be from the "Lotus Sutra" or a related commentary, a significant text in Buddhist philosophy.
  • Layout: The text is neatly arranged with a top title, and lines of text are written vertically, typical of traditional East Asian book layout.
  • Style: The calligraphy appears to be done with a brush and ink, a common method for writing in ancient times.
  • Visual Elements: The paper has a slightly aged look, with what might be some imperfections, suggesting its age.

In essence, the image is of an old page from an ancient text, likely a religious or philosophical work, preserved for posterity.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-06

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a page of text written in traditional Chinese characters. The text is arranged in vertical columns, reading from right to left. The characters are black, and the background is an aged, off-white paper color with a slightly rough texture. Small red dots are placed next to some of the characters. There are visible signs of wear and aging on the paper, including slight discoloration and minor imperfections.

The text appears to be a religious or philosophical discourse, potentially a commentary on a Buddhist scripture, given the nature of the characters and arrangement. The page includes titles and notations, suggesting it is a section from a larger work.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a page from an old manuscript written in traditional Chinese characters. The text is neatly arranged in vertical columns, which is typical of classical Chinese texts. The characters are written in black ink, and some characters are marked with red dots, which might indicate corrections, annotations, or emphasis. The paper appears aged, with visible signs of wear and tear, including some stains and discoloration, suggesting that the document is quite old.

The content of the text is not immediately clear without translation, but it appears to be a formal or scholarly document, possibly a historical record, literary work, or philosophical text. The precise nature of the document would require further context or translation to determine. The calligraphy style is consistent and elegant, indicative of careful and skilled writing.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image shows a page from an ancient Chinese manuscript. The text is written in traditional Chinese characters, arranged in vertical columns from right to left. The text appears to be part of a religious or philosophical text, given the sophisticated and classical style of the writing. There is a title at the top of the page written in larger characters, which seems to indicate the name of the text or the section it belongs to. The paper looks aged, with some discoloration and slight wear, suggesting it is either a historical document or a scan of one. The text includes a few red markings, possibly indicating corrections or annotations. The overall presentation suggests it might be a handwritten or early printed edition of a scholarly or spiritual work.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This image appears to be a page from an ancient Chinese text. The text is written in traditional Chinese characters, arranged vertically from right to left, which is typical of classical Chinese writing. The page is titled "妙法蓮華經文句卷第四," which translates to "The Fourth Scroll of the Explanations of the Lotus Sutra." The content discusses various points related to the Lotus Sutra, a significant text in Mahayana Buddhism.

The text is divided into sections, with some characters highlighted in red, possibly to indicate important points or titles. The paper shows signs of aging, with some discoloration and spots, suggesting it is an old document. The style of the characters and the layout indicate that this is likely a scholarly or religious text from a historical period.

Text analysis

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Google

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