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Human Generated Data

Title

Globular censer with attached basin

Date

3rd-4th century CE

People

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Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Partial gift of the Walter C. Sedgwick Foundation and partial purchase through the Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 2006.170.214

Human Generated Data

Title

Globular censer with attached basin

Date

3rd-4th century CE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Partial gift of the Walter C. Sedgwick Foundation and partial purchase through the Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 2006.170.214

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-05

Sphere 98.2
Beverage 95.3
Drink 95.3
Plant 92.3
Pottery 87.2
Produce 79.9
Food 79.9
Vegetable 76.5
Dome 74.9
Architecture 74.9
Building 74.9
Art 70.7
Porcelain 70.7
Jar 69.8
Sculpture 61.6
Vase 60.9
Gourd 59.1

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-05

pottery 97.6
no person 96.1
container 95
clay 93.2
art 93
decoration 90.4
ceramic 90.3
still life 88.9
traditional 88.4
old 87.8
pot 86.5
bowl 86.4
sculpture 86.4
vintage 85.7
desktop 84
food 83.5
ancient 82.4
design 81.6
vase 81.5
handmade 81.3

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

china 94.4
ceramic ware 79.7
porcelain 72.6
utensil 54.2
earthenware 36.6
decoration 34.7
vase 29.6
traditional 29.1
teapot 28.1
vessel 27.8
container 27
majolica 26.8
jar 22.1
pot 22
object 22
ornament 21.6
holiday 21.5
decorative 19.2
glass 18.7
celebration 17.6
ball 16.9
old 16.7
shiny 16.6
antique 15.8
ornate 15.6
handle 14.3
tea 14.1
season 14
tradition 13.9
pumpkin 13.6
drink 13.4
single 13.2
art 13
metal 12.9
culture 12.8
color 12.8
lid 12.8
gold 12.3
bathysphere 12.1
apparatus 12.1
sphere 12
celebrate 11.8
decor 11.5
merry 11.4
decorate 11.4
seasonal 11.4
winter 11.1
retro 10.7
yellow 10.6
autumn 10.5
food 10.5
ancient 10.4
round 10.4
leaf 10.1
equipment 10.1
healthy 10.1
vegetable 10
water 10
orange 10
vintage 9.9
brass 9.8
submersible 9.7
golden 9.5
close 9.1
pottery 9.1
black 9
oriental 8.5
wood 8.3
festive 8.3
one 8.2
brown 8.1
jug 8
wooden 7.9
design 7.9
copper 7.8
party 7.7
glitter 7.7
balls 7.7
decorated 7.7
craft 7.6
ornamental 7.6
closeup 7.4
cup 7.3
year 7.3
transparent 7.2
leaves 7

Google
created on 2019-07-05

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-05

ceramic 84.4
statue 73.1
vase 62.5
art 53.6
sculpture 52.9
ceramic ware 36.2
porcelain 5.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Milk

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Milk 95.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-05

a white vase on a table 27.4%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a small bronze bowl with a circular design.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a small ceramic bowl with a bird on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-02

a small ceramic bowl with a decorative design

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-07

The image displays a grayish-toned ceramic object consisting of two parts. The top part appears to be a dome-shaped lid with decorative cut-out patterns that allow for ventilation or the passage of light. This part is adorned with a rounded, knob-like handle at the peak. The lower part is bowl-shaped and rests on a small, matching base with three legs. The aesthetic suggests that the object could be a type of incense burner, decorative lamp, or a traditional cultural artifact designed for functionality while also adding ornamental value to its environment.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This image shows a traditional ceramic incense burner or censer. It consists of two main parts: a spherical top piece with intricate cut-out patterns in a repeating leaf or petal design, and a wide shallow bowl base that sits on three small feet. The top piece has a small finial or knob at its apex and the decorative pierced patterns would allow smoke to escape when incense is burning inside. The piece appears to be made of unglazed or lightly glazed clay in a grayish or beige color. This style is reminiscent of historical Asian ceramic work, possibly Chinese or Korean in origin. The design is both functional and decorative, as the holes would create beautiful patterns of escaping smoke while in use.

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

The image depicts a decorative ceramic incense burner or oil lamp. The main vessel has a spherical shape with an ornate, patterned design carved into the exterior. The vessel sits atop a small, round base with three short legs. The overall appearance suggests a traditional, handcrafted artisanal object, likely made for decorative or functional purposes in a cultural context.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-25

The image depicts a ceramic object, likely an incense burner, with a round body and a lid. The object is placed on a three-legged stand, which is also made of ceramic material. The object has a small opening at the top, suggesting that it may be used for burning incense or other fragrant materials.

The object's design features a series of cutouts in the shape of leaves or flowers, which are arranged in a symmetrical pattern around the body of the object. The cutouts are evenly spaced and appear to be carefully crafted to create a visually appealing design.

The object is made of a light-colored ceramic material, possibly clay or porcelain, and has a smooth, glossy finish. The overall appearance of the object suggests that it may be a decorative piece, rather than a functional one.

In terms of context, the image does not provide any clear information about the object's origins or purpose. However, based on its design and materials, it is likely that the object is a traditional or cultural artifact from a specific region or community. Further research would be needed to determine the object's exact origins and significance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-02

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient ceramic incense burner, characterized by its distinctive design and features.

Key Features:

  • Ceramic Material: The incense burner is crafted from ceramic material, evident from its grayish-brown color and the visible texture of the ceramic.
  • Lid and Bowl Design: The incense burner features a lid with a decorative pattern of cut-out shapes, resembling leaves or flowers, which is characteristic of traditional Asian designs. The lid is positioned atop a bowl with three legs, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal.
  • Legs and Foot: The bowl has three legs, each ending in a foot, which provides stability and support for the incense burner.
  • Background: The background of the image is a gradient of gray, transitioning from light to dark, which helps to highlight the incense burner and create a sense of depth.

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a beautifully crafted ceramic incense burner, likely originating from Asia, with its intricate design and traditional elements. The use of ceramic material and the decorative pattern on the lid contribute to its aesthetic appeal, while the three-legged bowl with feet adds a touch of elegance. The gradient background effectively highlights the incense burner, making it the focal point of the image.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image features a ceramic incense burner, which is placed on a flat surface. The incense burner consists of two parts: a bowl-like base and a spherical top with a lid. The base is designed with a wide, shallow bowl shape, and it has three short legs that support it. The spherical top of the incense burner has intricate designs that are carved into the surface. The lid is small and round, with a hole in the center.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

A gray ceramic incense burner is displayed on a white surface. The incense burner has a round base with three legs and a round top with a lid. The lid has a carved design of leaves and flowers. The incense burner is placed on a gray ceramic plate with a carved design of leaves and flowers. The image is taken from a low angle, and the incense burner is in the center of the image.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases a ceramic incense burner set against a simple, light gray background. The burner consists of two main components: a round, perforated vessel that acts as the main body of the incense burner, and a circular base that it sits upon.

The main vessel has a spherical shape and a lid. The lid is decorated with intricate cut-out patterns around its perimeter, allowing smoke to escape. A small knob or finial crowns the lid.

The base is a shallow, circular bowl supported by three curved legs. The legs raise the bowl slightly off the surface and give the piece a sense of stability. Both the vessel and the base have a muted, earthy tone, likely reflecting the natural color of the clay.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a ceramic incense burner or censer. It's composed of two main parts: a spherical upper section with decorative perforations and a lower dish-like base with feet.

The upper section has a knob-like protrusion on top and is adorned with a pattern of cut-out shapes, including triangles and angular notches. This design allows smoke to escape. The sphere rests on three small legs that extend down into the lower dish.

The lower dish, which serves as a base, has a shallow basin-like area and sits on three rounded, stubby feet.

The entire piece appears to be made of the same material, likely stoneware or earthenware, and is a consistent matte grey or light brown color. The background is a gradient from light grey to white.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a traditional ceramic incense burner, likely of East Asian origin, given its design and style. The burner consists of two main parts: a spherical, perforated top section and a shallow, circular base.

  1. Top Section:

    • The top section is spherical and features intricate cut-out patterns. The designs are symmetrical and resemble stylized floral or leaf motifs.
    • The top is crowned with a small, knob-like finial, which is a common feature in traditional incense burners, allowing for easy handling and lifting of the lid.
    • The perforations serve both decorative and functional purposes, allowing the incense smoke to escape and disperse.
  2. Base Section:

    • The base is a shallow, circular dish with a slightly raised rim.
    • It is supported by three small, rounded legs, providing stability to the burner.
    • The base likely serves to catch any ashes or residue from the burning incense.

The overall color of the ceramic is a muted, earthy green, which is characteristic of certain types of glazed pottery from East Asia, particularly those influenced by celadon techniques. The piece exhibits a rustic, handcrafted appearance, suggesting it may be an antique or a reproduction made in a traditional style.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image shows an incense burner, which is a traditional device used for the burning of incense. This particular incense burner features a spherical, perforated design on the top, allowing the smoke to escape while containing the incense. The base is a shallow, bowl-like structure with three small, claw-like feet supporting it. The body of the burner appears to be made of a light grayish-colored material, possibly ceramic or clay, and it has a matte finish. The overall design is simple and functional, with a historical or cultural significance often associated with meditation, rituals, or daily practices meant to enhance the atmosphere or purify the space.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This image depicts an ancient ceramic incense burner, likely of East Asian origin, possibly Chinese. The object consists of two main parts: a spherical top section and a tri-legged base.

The spherical top section is intricately designed with a pattern of geometric and possibly floral cut-out designs that allow smoke to escape. It has a small, knob-like handle on top, which was likely used to lift the lid. The surface of the sphere appears to be glazed, giving it a smooth texture.

The base is a shallow, circular dish with three short, triangular legs. It is also glazed and has a simpler design compared to the top section. The base likely held the incense or ashes.

The overall design and craftsmanship suggest that this incense burner was not only functional but also served as a decorative piece. The use of such incense burners was common in traditional East Asian cultures for religious ceremonies, meditation, and to purify the air.