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Human Generated Data

Title

Albarello with Inscription, Arabesques, and Figures

Date

20th century

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Norma Jean Calderwood Collection of Islamic Art, 2002.50.55

Human Generated Data

Title

Albarello with Inscription, Arabesques, and Figures

Date

20th century

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Norma Jean Calderwood Collection of Islamic Art, 2002.50.55

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-07

Art 100
Porcelain 100
Pottery 100
Jar 96
Vase 80.5
Urn 61.2
Bottle 57.9

Clarifai
created on 2018-03-23

no person 99.9
pottery 99.6
container 99.4
ancient 98.6
vase 98.6
art 98.5
antique 98.1
one 97.4
ornate 96.8
decoration 96.8
retro 96.3
traditional 95
handmade 94.7
ceramic 94.1
old 93.7
interior design 93.7
urn 93.2
design 92.6
jug 92.5
sculpture 92.3

Imagga
created on 2018-03-23

earthenware 65.8
container 55.2
ceramic ware 50.8
bottle 49.3
majolica 47.2
vase 46.5
jar 37.3
utensil 36.1
vessel 35.6
glass 32.9
antique 21.3
object 19.8
transparent 19.7
liquid 19.1
drink 18.4
old 18.1
jug 17.4
close 16.5
traditional 15.8
decoration 15.2
beverage 14.5
gold 14
craft 13.3
water 13.3
alcohol 12.9
single 12.3
bottles 11.7
china 11.6
food 11.5
retro 11.5
clear 11.3
ancient 11.2
fresh 11.1
pottery 11.1
plastic 11
clean 10.8
vintage 10.7
art 10.7
brown 10.3
porcelain 10.3
full 10
decorative 10
pitcher 9.7
perfume 9.7
style 9.6
obsolete 9.6
pattern 9.6
culture 9.4
history 8.9
pot 8.8
ceramics 8.8
ingredient 8.8
thirst 8.8
arabesque 8.7
ornament 8.6
cold 8.6
life 8.6
cocktail shaker 8.5
bar 8.3
ornate 8.2
drop 8.2
yellow 7.9
color 7.8
shaker 7.7
health 7.6
cap 7.6
oriental 7.5
oil 7.4
design 7.3
reflection 7.3
metal 7.2
wet 7.1

Google
created on 2018-03-23

vase 86.5
artifact 81.1
ceramic 64.8
turquoise 63.2
urn 60.2
pottery 58.4

Microsoft
created on 2018-03-23

indoor 95.3
ceramic ware 92.6
plant 82
earthenware 57.3
vessel 56.5
blue 53.6
porcelain 49.4
decorative 47.4
stoneware 38.3
decorated 37
jar 33.6
painted 24.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Vase

Clarifai

Vase 98.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-03-23

streetview architecture 74.2%
paintings art 25.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-03-23

a vase sitting on a table 65.7%
a blue vase on a table 65.6%
a glass with a blue vase 65%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a blue vase with a green and black design

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a turquoise and black vase with oriental designs

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image depicts a beautifully crafted ceramic vessel, likely from the Islamic world, adorned with intricate turquoise and black patterns. The vase is cylindrical with a slightly flared neck and base. The upper portion features stylized Arabic calligraphy in bold black script against a turquoise background, likely religious or decorative text. Below the calligraphy are ornate scrollwork and floral motifs, intertwining with depictions of seated human figures and animals, such as lions and possibly mythical creatures, rendered in a similar black-on-turquoise design. The artwork is detailed, and the ceramic glaze gives it a glossy finish. This object showcases the rich ornamental traditions of Islamic art and craftsmanship.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a tall, cylindrical ceramic vessel with intricate designs. The main color of the vessel is a deep turquoise blue with black detailing. The top section of the vessel is adorned with stylized Arabic script, forming a decorative band around the circumference. Below this, there is a wider section featuring complex floral and vegetal motifs, as well as animals, possibly lions, depicted in profile surrounded by swirling tendrils. Additionally, there are images of seated human figures set against the ornate backdrop. The vessel has a slight taper towards the base and rests on a visible clay footing. This piece exhibits elements that are characteristic of Islamic art, particularly from the medieval period, with its use of calligraphy and detailed patterns.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a beautiful ceramic vessel with a striking turquoise glaze, likely from Islamic or Persian artistic tradition. The vase features intricate black decorative patterns arranged in horizontal bands around its body. The design includes geometric patterns at the top, followed by bands of flowing arabesque designs and stylized animal motifs. The surface has a rich, variegated turquoise color with areas showing age and patina. The vessel has a distinctive shape with a narrow neck that widens to a broader body before tapering again at the base. The base appears to be unglazed or made of a lighter-colored clay. This type of ceramic work demonstrates the sophisticated glazing and decorative techniques developed by medieval Islamic potters, with the turquoise color being particularly characteristic of Persian ceramics.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-31

The image shows a decorative ceramic vase or jar. The vase has a distinctive turquoise-green color with intricate patterns and designs carved or etched into the surface. The patterns include repeated geometric shapes, floral motifs, and what appears to be a human figure depicted in a stylized manner. The overall design has an ornate, ancient or traditional aesthetic, suggesting the vase may have origins in an Eastern or Asian artistic tradition.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2024-12-31

The image shows an antique Chinese vase or jar made of bronze or a similar metal alloy. The surface is covered in intricate, ornate patterns and designs in a teal or turquoise patina, likely achieved through oxidation over time. The patterns appear to be inspired by Chinese calligraphy or traditional motifs. The vase has a cylindrical shape that tapers slightly towards the top, with a short neck and rim at the opening. It stands on a small circular foot or base. The overall aged appearance and detailed decorative elements suggest this is a valuable, historic piece of Chinese metalwork or ceramics.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-31

This is a beautiful ceramic vessel with a vibrant turquoise glaze, likely from Islamic or Persian origin. The vase features intricate black decorative patterns arranged in horizontal bands around its body. The design includes elaborate scrollwork, geometric patterns, and decorative motifs including what appears to be animal figures in one of the bands. The top section features a geometric pattern that could be calligraphy. The vessel has a distinctive shape with a narrow neck that widens into a rounded body before tapering at the base. The contrast between the bright turquoise glaze and the dark patterns creates a striking visual effect. The piece shows some signs of age, with wear visible in certain areas, and appears to be a significant historical artifact, possibly dating back several centuries. At the base, you can see the natural clay color showing through.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a vase with a cylindrical body and narrow neck, featuring a blue-green glaze with black designs. The vase is adorned with intricate patterns of leaves and flowers, as well as geometric shapes and calligraphy. The base of the vase appears to be made of a different material, possibly clay or stone, and is a lighter color than the rest of the vase. The vase is set against a plain gray background, suggesting that it may be a product photo or part of an art collection. Overall, the image showcases the vase's unique design and craftsmanship, highlighting its beauty and cultural significance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a vase with intricate designs and patterns. The vase is primarily blue, with black accents that add depth and contrast to the overall design. The top of the vase features a geometric pattern, while the middle section showcases a floral motif. The bottom of the vase has a more abstract design, which adds visual interest to the piece.

The vase appears to be made of ceramic or pottery material, giving it a rustic and earthy feel. The blue coloration suggests that it may have been glazed or painted, which would have added an extra layer of protection and durability to the vase.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and unique piece of art that showcases the skill and craftsmanship of its creator. The combination of geometric, floral, and abstract designs creates a visually striking effect that draws the viewer's eye around the vase.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image features a ceramic vase with intricate designs. The vase is predominantly blue, with black and white patterns that add to its aesthetic appeal. The vase has a cylindrical shape with a narrow neck and a wide body. The intricate designs on the vase include floral and geometric patterns, as well as Arabic calligraphy. The vase appears to be made of ceramic, and it has a glossy finish that enhances its beauty. The vase is placed on a gray background, which provides a contrast to its vibrant colors.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image features a vase with a cylindrical shape, which is placed on a gray surface. The vase is made of ceramic and has a blue color with black designs. The vase has a white border at the top and bottom. The vase has a black design with a black border, and the design is in the shape of a flower. The vase has a black design with a black border, and the design is in the shape of a flower.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image showcases a tall, cylindrical ceramic vase, possibly of Middle Eastern or Islamic origin, given the style and motifs. The vase has a vibrant turquoise background, heavily decorated with intricate black patterns and figures.

Shape and Details:

  • Form: The vase has a slightly bulbous middle section and a narrowed neck, with a wider base. The bottom appears to be off-white or beige, and the top and bottom have horizontal black lines.
  • Color Palette: The dominant colors are a deep turquoise, which acts as a background, and black for the decorative elements. The base is a muted off-white.
  • Decoration: The surface is richly adorned with multiple bands of designs.
    • Top: The neck of the vase features stylized black lettering that possibly include phrases.
    • Middle: It appears to contain figures of people and creatures, possibly mythological or symbolic, surrounded by intricate, swirling floral and foliate patterns.
    • Bottom: Another band of decorative motifs, likely floral patterns, adorns the base.

Style and Interpretation:

  • Artistic Style: The style is reminiscent of Islamic art, with its use of intricate patterns, stylized figures, and a vibrant color palette. The specific patterns and figures would likely reflect cultural and religious influences of the time period and region of origin.
  • Possible Purpose: Given the shape and decoration, the vase could have served as a decorative item, or perhaps had a functional purpose, like storing liquids or holding flowers.

Overall Impression:

The vase is an impressive artifact, displaying a high level of craftsmanship. The intricate details and vibrant colors give it a sense of both beauty and historical significance.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-01

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Image Description:

The image shows a cylindrical ceramic vase of medium size. The vase has a predominantly turquoise-blue background color and intricate black decorative patterns.

Shape and Form:

  • It has a circular base that widens slightly before narrowing again toward the main body.
  • The body is cylindrical.
  • The vase narrows again into a short neck and a slightly flared rim.

Decoration:

The vase is decorated in bands or registers with various motifs:

  • Upper Register: Features stylized black script or characters reminiscent of Islamic calligraphy, set amongst floral and foliate designs.
  • Middle Register: Depicts figures in robes with haloes around their heads amidst more floral and vegetal patterns.
  • Lower Register: Depicts animal images amidst floral and vegetal patterns.
  • Base and Neck: Feature repeating foliate and floral motifs.

Color Palette and Texture:

The primary colors are a turquoise-blue and black. The surface of the vase appears to have a slightly uneven or textured glaze, adding to its antique appearance.

Overall Impression:

The vase has an antique look. Its design and decoration indicate that it is likely from the Middle East or Central Asia. The combination of figural and textual elements suggests a religious or cultural significance.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image depicts a beautifully crafted ceramic vase with intricate decorative patterns. The vase is predominantly turquoise in color, with darker, possibly black, designs that stand out against the turquoise background.

Key features of the vase include:

  1. Shape: The vase has a tall, cylindrical body that tapers slightly towards the top and bottom. The base is slightly wider, providing stability.

  2. Design: The decorative patterns are elaborate and appear to be inspired by traditional Islamic or Middle Eastern art. The designs include:

    • Arabesque Patterns: These are intricate, flowing patterns that resemble vines and leaves, covering most of the vase's surface.
    • Calligraphy: Near the top of the vase, there is a band of Arabic calligraphy, which is a common feature in Islamic art. The script is elegantly written and stands out prominently.
    • Figurative Elements: There are also depictions of animals, such as birds and possibly mythical creatures, integrated into the arabesque patterns.
  3. Color Scheme: The vase uses a striking contrast of turquoise and dark colors, which enhances the visibility and intricacy of the designs.

  4. Craftsmanship: The overall craftsmanship suggests a high level of skill and attention to detail, typical of traditional ceramic art from regions with a rich history of pottery, such as Persia or the Middle East.

This vase is likely a piece of historical or cultural significance, reflecting the artistic traditions and aesthetic values of its time and place of origin.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-08-06

The image depicts an ornate ceramic vase with a turquoise or teal background and intricate black designs. The vase features a variety of patterns including floral motifs, geometric designs, and what appears to be a human figure. The top section of the vase has a repeating black and turquoise pattern that resembles calligraphy or abstract shapes. The middle section is adorned with more detailed black patterns that include birds and possibly mythology-inspired designs. A human figure is centered in the middle section, surrounded by more intricate patterns. The base of the vase is broader and slightly flared, with a subtle beige or light brown base contrasting with the turquoise and black upper part. The overall craftsmanship suggests that this vase might be of historical or cultural significance, possibly from a traditional ceramic tradition.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-08-06

This is an image of a decorative ceramic vase with a distinct turquoise glaze. The vase has intricate black designs and patterns, including floral motifs and possibly figures or symbols. The upper section features geometric patterns, while the middle and lower sections are adorned with more organic, flowing designs. The base of the vase appears to be a lighter color, possibly white or beige, and there are some areas where the glaze has worn off, revealing the underlying material. The overall style suggests it may be an antique or traditional piece, possibly from East Asia.

Text analysis

Amazon

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