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Human Generated Data

Title

Illustrated Story of the Origin of Hashidate (Hashidate no honji), the Shrine at Ama no Hashidate

Date

Early Edo period, mid 17th century

People

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Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.544.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Illustrated Story of the Origin of Hashidate (Hashidate no honji), the Shrine at Ama no Hashidate

Date

Early Edo period, mid 17th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.544.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-04

Art 96.8
Animal 92.2
Painting 91.4
Mural 86.8
Drawing 68.3
Human 68.3

Clarifai
created on 2018-03-23

art 95.9
illustration 95.8
design 95.7
wall 95.6
desktop 95.5
graffiti 94.8
painting 94.2
artistic 93.1
color 92.2
image 90.5
old 90.2
culture 89.9
graphic 89.7
decoration 89
vintage 89
travel 88
spray 87.2
mural 86.3
retro 85.4
symbol 84.7

Imagga
created on 2018-03-23

tray 100
receptacle 93.8
container 84.5
art 18.4
old 18.1
pattern 17.1
bag 15.7
paper 14.9
vintage 14.9
color 14.4
finance 14.3
currency 14.3
decoration 14.3
money 13.6
texture 13.2
grunge 12.8
travel 12.7
retro 12.3
colorful 12.2
banking 11.9
cash 11.9
design 11.8
holiday 11.5
box 11.3
business 10.9
ancient 10.4
brown 10.3
gold 9.9
cloth 9.6
culture 9.4
note 9.2
fashion 9
bank 8.9
style 8.9
detail 8.8
purse 8.7
yellow 8.6
architecture 8.6
bill 8.6
textile 8.5
house 8.3
decorative 8.3
pencil box 8.2
vacation 8.2
symbol 8.1
history 8
decor 8
wall 7.7
pay 7.7
craft 7.6
graffito 7.1
cotton 7.1
animal 7

Google
created on 2018-03-23

yellow 92.8
art 87.8
painting 84.3
mural 81.9
artwork 66.1
paint 54.6
illustration 54.5
modern art 53.9

Microsoft
created on 2018-03-23

cake 98.2
birthday 90.7
text 87.9
decorated 41.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 19-36
Gender Female, 50.4%
Confused 49.6%
Angry 49.6%
Disgusted 49.6%
Sad 49.7%
Happy 49.6%
Calm 50%
Surprised 49.6%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Person

Clarifai

Person
Vehicle
Wheel
Tree
Bird
Plant
Animal

AWS Rekognition

Bird 92.2%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-03-23

a birthday cake 78.7%
a table with a birthday cake 62.3%
a birthday cake on a table 62.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a painting of a man in a boat

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

a painting depicting a scene with a man and woman in a carriage

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-24

This image is a traditional Asian artwork. It depicts an ethereal scene with two ornate, wheeled carriages floating among clouds in the sky. Each carriage holds a pair of occupants, possibly of noble or royal status, judging by their attire and the rich decoration of their conveyances. Between and around the carriages are three large birds, with elongated tails and wings, suggesting movement through the air. The birds and carriages share the space with billowing gold-tinged clouds. Below the clouds at the bottom of the image, the peak of a green mountain is visible, jutting out from what appears to be flowing blue waters or more clouds. The use of gold and vibrant colors, along with the celestial setting, imbues the piece with a sense of grandeur and fantasy.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This is a traditional Japanese painting that appears to be from a narrative handscroll (emaki). The scene depicts two ornate carriages or palanquins, one surrounded by dark swirling clouds and the other by white spiral clouds. Between them are two phoenix-like birds in turquoise green colors. The composition uses gold leaf (kinpaku) extensively in the background, which was a common technique in classical Japanese art. The landscape includes stylized mountains or hills in a soft green color, and the sky is rendered in gentle blue tones. The carriages are decorated in red and black with detailed architectural elements typical of aristocratic vehicles of ancient Japan. The overall style and composition suggests this is likely from the Heian or Kamakura period, when such elaborate narrative paintings were popular among the nobility.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese-style painting or illustration. It depicts a fantastical scene with ornate, brightly-colored palanquins or sedan chairs being carried through a landscape. The palanquins are adorned with intricate patterns and designs, and there are several peacocks or other birds visible in the scene. The background features a mountainous landscape with swirling, cloud-like formations rendered in a stylized manner. The overall style and imagery suggest this is a depiction of a traditional or mythological Japanese setting.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a vibrant and intricate painting of two carts, each carrying a person, amidst a backdrop of clouds and mountains. The carts are adorned with red canopies and feature large wheels, while the people inside them wear traditional clothing. The cart on the left is accompanied by a green bird with orange accents, while the cart on the right is accompanied by a blue bird with green accents. The painting also includes additional details such as swirling clouds and a mountain range in the background.

Key Features:

  • Two carts with red canopies and large wheels
  • People inside the carts wearing traditional clothing
  • Green bird with orange accents accompanying the cart on the left
  • Blue bird with green accents accompanying the cart on the right
  • Swirling clouds and mountain range in the background

Overall Impression:

The image presents a colorful and detailed depiction of two carts and their occupants, set against a dramatic backdrop of clouds and mountains. The use of bright colors and intricate designs adds to the overall visual appeal of the painting.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-23

The image depicts a vibrant and intricate illustration of two ornate carriages, each carrying a figure, set against a backdrop of swirling clouds and a majestic peacock. The scene is rendered in a style reminiscent of traditional Asian art, with bold colors and detailed patterns.

  • Carriages:
    • Two carriages are prominently featured in the image.
    • Each carriage is adorned with red and gold accents, complemented by black wheels with gold spokes.
    • The carriages are pulled by invisible forces, with no visible horses or other animals.
  • Figures:
    • A figure sits in each carriage, facing forward.
    • The figure on the left is dressed in a green and red robe, while the figure on the right wears a black and red robe.
    • Both figures appear to be engaged in conversation, although their facial expressions are not clearly visible.
  • Peacock:
    • A large peacock is depicted in the center of the image, its tail feathers spread wide.
    • The peacock's plumage is a stunning display of blues, greens, and golds, matching the colors of the carriages and clouds.
    • The peacock appears to be flying or floating, adding to the sense of wonder and magic in the scene.
  • Clouds:
    • The background of the image features swirling clouds in shades of gray, yellow, and white.
    • The clouds are depicted in a stylized manner, with curved lines and soft, feathery textures.
    • The clouds add depth and atmosphere to the scene, creating a sense of movement and energy.
  • Mountains:
    • In the bottom-left corner of the image, a small mountain range is visible.
    • The mountains are depicted in muted colors, with gentle slopes and rounded peaks.
    • The mountains provide a subtle contrast to the vibrant colors of the carriages and clouds, adding depth and context to the scene.

Overall, the image is a captivating and imaginative depiction of a fantastical world, where mythical creatures and magical elements come together in a swirl of color and movement.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a painting of two people riding on a chariot, which is being pulled by two birds. The chariot is decorated with a red cloth and has a golden roof. The two people are sitting on the chariot and are wearing traditional clothing. The birds pulling the chariot are green and white. The background of the painting is a mountain with a green field and a cloudy sky.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image features a traditional Japanese painting, possibly a scroll or a wall hanging. It depicts a scene with two palanquins, one on each side, floating in the sky. The palanquins are ornate, with gold and red accents, and each carries a person. The sky is filled with clouds, and there are two peacocks flying in the air, adding a touch of color and movement to the scene. The background is a mix of blue and gold, with intricate patterns and designs.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

The painting depicts two horse-drawn carriages in separate, ethereal settings.

On the left side, a carriage is seen emerging from a backdrop of dark, swirling clouds. Inside, a figure can be glimpsed, but the details are obscured by the gloom. In the foreground, a green mountain rises, suggesting a terrestrial or earthly realm.

To the right, another carriage is surrounded by light, swirling clouds, giving a sense of celestial ascent. Two figures are visible within the carriage, suggesting a journey or transport.

Two birds are depicted between the carriages, a peacock on the right and a phoenix on the left. Gold-leaf detailing is used throughout the image, particularly in the clouds and as accents on the carriages, adding to the painting's rich and decorative quality.

The top and bottom of the painting feature what appears to be stylized clouds, creating a framing effect. The overall composition suggests a contrast between darkness and light, earth and sky, or perhaps different realms or aspects of existence.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-16

Here is a description of the image:

This is a vibrant and detailed Japanese painting. It depicts a fantastical scene with several distinct elements:

  • Chariots: Two ornate chariots are visible, one on either side of the image. They appear to be drawn by some sort of mythical creature, or floating on clouds.
  • Birds: In the center, two birds are prominent. One is a brightly colored phoenix-like bird with an elaborate tail. The other is a peacock.
  • Background: The painting is filled with a stylized sky. It includes swirling clouds in various shades of gray, white, and gold. The gold seems to represent sunlight or a divine aura.
  • Landscape: At the bottom, there is a hint of a landscape with green hills, suggesting a view from above.
  • Color Palette: The painting utilizes a rich palette, with gold, reds, greens, and blues being prominent. The use of gold leaf adds a luxurious quality to the work.

The overall impression is of a scene from a myth or legend, conveying a sense of opulence and otherworldliness. The artwork likely would have been a stunning decoration.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-25

The image is a traditional East Asian painting that appears to depict a fantastical, celestial scene. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Background: The background is filled with swirling clouds and a golden, textured sky, suggesting a heavenly or otherworldly setting. The clouds are rendered in various shades of gray and white, with intricate details that give them a dynamic, flowing appearance.

  2. Characters and Elements:

    • Carriages: There are two ornate carriages in the sky. Each carriage is intricately designed with red canopies and detailed patterns. They are being pulled by mythical creatures.
    • Birds: Two large, colorful birds are prominently featured. One bird, with vibrant green and red feathers, is pulling the carriage on the left. The other bird, with blue and green feathers, is pulling the carriage on the right. These birds resemble peacocks, which are often symbolic of beauty and immortality in East Asian art.
    • Figures: Inside the carriages, there are human figures dressed in traditional attire, suggesting they might be deities, immortals, or important historical figures.
  3. Landscape: Below the clouds, there is a hint of a landscape with green mountains and what appears to be a body of water, adding depth to the scene.

  4. Art Style: The painting is executed in a style typical of traditional East Asian art, with meticulous attention to detail and a rich color palette. The use of gold and intricate patterns is characteristic of this style, often seen in Japanese and Chinese art.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of mysticism and grandeur, likely representing a scene from mythology or folklore.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This image is a vibrant and detailed piece of East Asian art, likely Japanese, featuring traditional motifs and imagery. Here's a description:

  1. Foreground:

    • The lower part of the image shows a stylized landscape with green, wave-like landforms and a strip of water, possibly representing a river or sea. The colors are soft and muted, with a pastel palette.
  2. Central Figures:

    • Two ornate sedan chairs are the focal point of the image. These are traditional forms of transport used in ancient East Asia.
      • The sedan chair on the left is predominantly black with red accents and is being carried by four attendants dressed in elaborate, colorful attire. The person seated inside is partially visible and appears to be wearing a mask or a headpiece, suggesting a ceremonial or divine presence.
      • The sedan chair on the right is more golden and red, with two attendants in dark clothing. The person seated in this chair is dressed in traditional East Asian attire, possibly of royal or noble status, and is accompanied by a woman sitting beside them.
  3. Birds:

    • A vibrant, multicolored bird with long, flowing tail feathers is positioned between the two sedan chairs. The bird's wings are spread wide, and it seems to be in mid-flight, connecting the two figures and adding a sense of dynamic movement to the scene.
  4. Background:

    • The background is predominantly golden and cloud-like, giving a sense of divine or ethereal elevation. The clouds are stylized and swirling, adding to the celestial atmosphere of the artwork.
    • The top portion of the image shows a gradient of blue and lighter colors, resembling a sky, which contrasts with the golden clouds below.
  5. Overall Theme:

    • The imagery and figures suggest a scene of a heavenly or divine journey, possibly involving a deity or important figures being transported in the sedan chairs. The vibrant colors and symbolic elements point to a religious or mythological narrative.

This artwork is rich in symbolism and cultural significance, likely representing a story from a traditional East Asian text or folklore.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This image is a traditional East Asian painting, likely of Japanese or Chinese origin, characterized by its vibrant colors and intricate details. The scene depicts two ornate, covered carriages floating in the sky amidst swirling clouds and gold-leafed clouds.

  1. Carriages: Both carriages are richly decorated with red and gold accents. The carriage on the left has a more elaborate roof structure, while the one on the right is simpler but equally ornate. Inside each carriage, there are figures dressed in traditional attire, suggesting they might be of high social status or royalty.

  2. Birds: Between the carriages, there are two large, fantastical birds in flight. The bird on the left is green with red and white accents, while the bird on the right is blue with long tail feathers. These birds add a mythical quality to the scene.

  3. Clouds and Sky: The sky is filled with swirling white clouds and gold-leafed clouds, creating a sense of movement and otherworldliness. The gold clouds add a touch of luxury and divinity to the scene.

  4. Landscape: Below the carriages and birds, there is a glimpse of a green landscape with a mountain and some vegetation. This suggests that the carriages are flying above the earth.

  5. Artistic Style: The use of gold leaf, vibrant colors, and detailed patterns is typical of traditional East Asian art, particularly from the Edo period in Japan or the Ming and Qing dynasties in China. The overall composition and style suggest a scene from mythology or a dream, emphasizing the fantastical and ethereal nature of the image.