Human Generated Data

Title

Small jar with two strap handles

Date

Longshan culture, late phase, 2800-1900 BCE

People

-

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, 2006.170.105

Human Generated Data

Title

Small jar with two strap handles

Date

Longshan culture, late phase, 2800-1900 BCE

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, 2006.170.105

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-05

Jug 99.7
Pottery 72.2
Water Jug 69

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-05

no person 99.7
clay 97.9
container 97.7
pottery 97.3
handle 96.6
jug 94
cup 93.5
desktop 92.6
one 92.2
empty 92.1
vintage 91.1
simplicity 89.8
handmade 89.1
traditional 88.9
retro 88.6
kitchenware 88.5
art 88.2
pot 87.9
carafe 87.8
drink 87.2

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

pitcher 100
vessel 100
container 100
jug 57.9
water jug 47.7
cup 47.1
drink 45.1
tea 38.6
pot 32.4
mug 32
beverage 29.9
coffee 29.7
object 29.3
bottle 27.7
handle 26.8
breakfast 22.1
traditional 21.6
ceramics 21.5
kitchen 21.5
ceramic 21.3
hot 20.1
pottery 19.7
teapot 18.1
antique 17.3
old 16.7
liquid 16.5
glass 16.3
vase 16.1
kitchenware 15.7
close 15.4
culture 15.4
refreshment 14.5
utensil 14.2
food 13.9
cups 13.7
retro 13.1
clay 12.7
decorative 12.5
milk 12.4
art 12.4
single 12.3
morning 11.8
craft 11.5
empty 11.2
kettle 10.9
black 10.8
beer 10.7
espresso 10.7
saucer 10.7
china 10.6
metal 10.5
ancient 10.4
jar 10.2
decoration 10.1
brown 9.6
restaurant 9.5
earthenware 9.1
vintage 9.1
porcelain 9
pattern 8.9
closeup 8.8
product 8.4
ornate 8.2
water 8
pouring 7.8
ornament 7.8
classical 7.6
healthy 7.6
aroma 7.5
cutout 7.4
heat 7.4
alcohol 7.4
full 7.3
fresh 7.2
history 7.2
nobody 7

Google
created on 2019-07-05

earthenware 98.1
Pottery 93.8
Ceramic 92.5
Serveware 91.7
Drinkware 87.6
Tableware 85.1
Cup 84.2
Brown 82.5
Mug 80.8
Jug 74.2
Art 62.5
Beige 59.9
Porcelain 58.6
Still life photography 56.9

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-05

vase 98.8
tableware 97.7
earthenware 93.8
pottery 93.7
mug 91.5
coffee cup 90.7
jug 90.5
teapot 88.3
ceramic 87
pitcher 86.9
bowl 85.7
kettle 84.7
porcelain 62.4
saucer 61.1
serveware 57.4
art 54.3
trunk 33.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Pitcher

Clarifai

Pitcher 48.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

food drinks 97.5%
paintings art 1.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-05

a close up of a vase 28.8%
a close up of a mug 28.7%
a close up of an elephant 28.6%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a brown vase with a handle and a handle

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

a small clay vase with handles on a white background

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts an ancient clay vessel, likely used for practical purposes such as carrying or storing liquid. The vessel is roughly symmetrical, with a wide, open top and a narrower base. It features two rounded handles on either side for easy gripping. The surface of the vessel is textured with visible horizontal and diagonal striations, likely marked during its crafting. Its overall appearance suggests wear and age, with some portions of the rim and surface showing signs of chipping or erosion. The background is plain, with a soft gradient transitioning from light blue to white, which emphasizes the earthy tone of the vessel.

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

The image shows an ancient, handmade pottery vessel, possibly originating from Cyprus during the Early Bronze Age, around 2500-1900 BCE. The vessel is tall and cylindrical with a somewhat tapering base, and it features two looped handles on either side, extending from near the rim down to about halfway down the body. The surface of the vessel is decorated with linear incisions that create a series of faint diagonal patterns. The rim of the vessel is slightly uneven and appears worn, indicating age or use. The vessel has a natural, unglazed finish, revealing a grayish-brown clay material with some surface discolorations consistent with age and earthenware artifacts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows an ancient ceramic vessel or jar with two handles. The vessel appears to be made of a rough, textured material, possibly clay or earthenware. The surface has a weathered, worn appearance, suggesting it is an antique or historical artifact. The vessel has a distinctive shape, with a rounded body and a slightly flared rim. Overall, the image depicts a simple, utilitarian ceramic object that likely served some practical purpose in the past.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This image shows an ancient ceramic vessel or pot with two handles. It appears to be made of clay and has a grayish-brown color. The pot has a distinctive shape with a narrow waist and wider top and bottom sections. The surface texture shows linear striations or scoring marks, particularly visible on the upper portion. The handles are simple curved loops attached to opposite sides of the vessel. The pot shows signs of age and wear, with some deterioration visible around the rim. This style of pottery appears to be from an archaeological context, possibly ancient in origin.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a detailed view of an ancient ceramic vessel, characterized by its distinctive shape and handle design.

  • The vessel is crafted from clay and features a wide mouth that narrows towards the bottom.
    • The top portion of the vessel exhibits a rough, uneven texture.
    • The lower section displays a more refined, smooth texture.
  • Two handles are attached to the sides of the vessel, one on each side.
    • The handles are curved and extend from the top of the vessel to the middle.
    • They are connected to the vessel at the top and the middle, forming a loop-like structure.
  • The vessel's surface is adorned with visible scratches and marks, indicating wear and tear over time.
    • The scratches are primarily located on the lower section of the vessel.
    • The marks are likely a result of the vessel being handled or used extensively.
  • The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the vessel.
    • The shadow adds depth to the image and helps to highlight the vessel's shape and features.

In summary, the image showcases an ancient ceramic vessel with a unique design and texture, featuring two curved handles and a rough, uneven surface. The vessel's appearance suggests that it has been used extensively over time, with visible scratches and marks on its surface.

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

The image depicts an ancient clay vessel with two handles, likely originating from the Neolithic period. The vessel's design and craftsmanship suggest it was crafted by hand using primitive techniques.

Key Features:

  • Material: The vessel is made of clay, which was a common material for creating household items during the Neolithic period.
  • Shape: The vessel has a wide mouth and a narrow base, with a rounded body that tapers towards the bottom. This shape would have allowed for easy pouring and storage of liquids.
  • Handles: The vessel features two handles, one on either side, which would have made it easier to lift and carry. The handles are attached to the body of the vessel using a simple loop-and-stem design.
  • Decoration: The vessel has a rough, textured surface, with visible signs of hand-tooling or scraping. There are no visible decorations or patterns on the vessel, suggesting that it may have been intended for functional use rather than decorative purposes.
  • Color: The vessel has a muted, earthy color, which is consistent with the natural color of clay. There are no visible signs of glazing or other forms of surface treatment.

Historical Context:

  • Neolithic Period: The Neolithic period, which spanned from around 10,000 BCE to 2,000 BCE, was a time of significant cultural and technological change. During this period, humans began to transition from a nomadic, hunter-gatherer lifestyle to one that was more sedentary and agricultural. The development of pottery, such as the vessel depicted in the image, played an important role in this transition, as it allowed for the storage and transportation of food and other goods.
  • Pottery Techniques: The vessel's design and construction suggest that it was crafted using primitive pottery techniques, such as coiling and pinching. These techniques involved shaping the clay into the desired form and then firing it in a kiln or over an open flame to harden it.

Conclusion:

The image depicts an ancient clay vessel that is likely from the Neolithic period. The vessel's design and construction suggest that it was crafted using primitive pottery techniques and was intended for functional use rather than decorative purposes. The vessel's rough, textured surface and muted color are consistent with the natural color of clay and the primitive techniques used to create it. Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our ancestors and the technologies they developed to meet their daily needs.

Amazon Nova

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

A clay pot with two handles is displayed on a white background. The pot is brown in color and has a rustic texture. The handles are attached to the sides of the pot, and the pot's body is slightly curved. The pot's surface has some scratches and marks, which may be due to its age or use. The pot appears to be a traditional or vintage item, possibly used for storing or serving food or liquids.

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

The image features a large, brown, ceramic jug with two handles on either side. The jug is made of clay, and it has a rough, unglazed surface. The handles are curved and attached to the jug's body. The jug has a wide, open mouth and a slightly tapered body. The jug appears to be old and worn, with some visible cracks and chips on its surface.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows a weathered, ancient-looking two-handled vessel, possibly a cup or small jug. The vessel is made of a light-colored material, possibly clay or stone, with a rough, textured surface. The body is roughly cylindrical, widening towards the top and curving inward slightly near the base. It has two arched handles attached to the upper portion of the body. The overall color is a muted gray-brown, and the surface has visible scratches and signs of wear. The rim of the vessel has some broken or chipped areas. The background is a plain, pale gray, which serves to isolate the object and focus attention on it.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows an aged, light brown or grayish vessel with two handles. The vessel appears to be made of clay or a similar material and shows signs of wear and age. The body of the vessel is roughly cylindrical with a slight bulge in the middle, transitioning to a wider opening at the top. The handles are curved and attached on either side of the vessel, spanning from the top edge to the middle section. The surface of the vessel has a textured appearance, with irregular striations and marks. The background is a plain, light blue-gray color, providing a neutral backdrop to the artifact.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an ancient clay vessel, likely a type of pottery. The vessel has a rounded body with a slightly narrower base and a wider, open top. It features two prominent handles on either side, which are attached near the top and curve downwards. The surface of the vessel shows a textured, possibly hand-crafted appearance with visible lines and ridges, suggesting it was made using traditional pottery techniques. The color of the clay is a muted, earthy tone, likely indicative of its natural composition and firing process. This type of vessel could have been used for various purposes in ancient times, such as storing liquids, grains, or other foodstuffs.

Qwen

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

This image shows an ancient ceramic vessel, likely a clay amphora or jug with two handles on either side. The object appears weathered, indicating its age, and has a textured surface with irregular patterns that suggest wear or intentional design. The top rim of the vessel is uneven, possibly due to damage or natural aging. The overall color is a muted grayish-brown, and the handles are rounded and sturdy, extending from the upper body of the vessel. The background is neutral, which highlights the artifact.

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

The image features an ancient pottery vessel, likely an amphora or a decorative jar, with a plain, symmetrical design. It has a wide, cylindrical body with a slightly flared opening at the top. The surface of the pot shows signs of wear, with visible cracks and an uneven texture, suggesting it is quite old or has been exposed to the elements for a long time. The pot has two loop handles symmetrically positioned on either side, indicating its function as a container or vessel for carrying or storing liquids. The color is a muted grayish-brown, typical of earthenware or ceramic pottery. The background is plain and white, which contrasts with the pot's color and highlights its form and details.

Text analysis

Amazon

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