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Human Generated Data

Title

Folio from a Qur'an: Sura 42: 1 - mid 5 (recto), Sura 42: mid 5 - end 6 (verso), left-hand side of a bifolio

Date

13th century

People

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Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.148.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Folio from a Qur'an: Sura 42: 1 - mid 5 (recto), Sura 42: mid 5 - end 6 (verso), left-hand side of a bifolio

Date

13th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.148.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-08

Text 100
Handwriting 98.2
Calligraphy 95.8
Letter 56.1

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-08

page 99.7
manuscript 99.7
text 99.6
paper 99.6
document 99.4
vintage 99.2
texture 98.8
antique 98.7
parchment 98.7
writing 98.6
old 98.5
book bindings 98.5
retro 98.5
ancient 98.5
handwriting 98.2
letter 98.2
art 97.5
bill 96.9
calligraphy 96
blank 95.3

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

vintage 74.3
paper 63.9
old 62.8
antique 59.3
grunge 54.6
texture 52.9
aged 47.2
parchment 45.2
ancient 43.3
page 40
retro 39.4
document 37.2
text 36.7
wallpaper 34.5
dirty 34.4
aging 33.6
letter 33.1
blank 31.8
canvas 31.4
empty 30.1
cardboard 29.8
sheet 28.3
stained 27.9
manuscript 27.5
rough 27.4
worn 26.8
grungy 26.6
envelope 25.4
pattern 25.4
journal 25.3
book 25.1
border 24.5
brown 24.3
container 22.7
decorative 22.6
torn 20.4
frame 20
book jacket 19.9
space 19.4
art 18.9
pages 18.6
damaged 18.2
material 18
jacket 16.5
decay 16.4
cover 15.8
card 15.7
burnt 15.6
backgrounds 15.4
yellow 15.3
textured 14.9
artistic 14.8
historic 14.7
ragged 14.7
crumpled 14.6
wall 14.6
stain 14.4
map 13
note 12.9
wrapping 12.8
stains 12.7
design 12.5
surface 12.4
color 11.7
history 11.7
weathered 11.4
grain 11.1
binding 11
carton 10.9
box 10.9
correspondence 10.8
faded 10.7
structure 10
tattered 9.9
shabby 9.8
grime 9.8
fracture 9.7
notebook 9.7
rust 9.7
rustic 9.6
spot 9.6
dirt 9.6
age 9.5
old fashioned 9.5
covering 9.3
backdrop 9.1
burned 8.8
sepia 8.8
spotted 8.7
obsolete 8.6
rusty 8.6
poster 8.5
write 8.5
paint 8.2
menu 7.9
messy 7.8
fiber 7.7
writing 7.5
sign 7.5
template 7.4
message 7.3

Google
created on 2019-07-08

Text 96.8
Font 93.7
Handwriting 88.6
Writing 63.8
Paper 59.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-08

handwriting 99.9
letter 97.9
text 97.5
calligraphy 86.8
typography 76.9
script 70.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Book

Clarifai

Book

AWS Rekognition

Book 99.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-08

a close up of a book 53.6%
close up of a book 47.1%
a close up of text on a white surface 47%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

an old manuscript with arabic writing on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a page of arabic calligraphy in a book

OpenAI GPT

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

This image features a piece of Islamic Arabic calligraphy written on aged paper. The text is composed of several lines, each meticulously crafted using traditional calligraphy techniques. The writing style exhibits elegance and artistic precision, with diacritical marks placed above and below the Arabic letters to ensure proper pronunciation. The calligraphy employs a bold and flowing style typical of classical Arabic scripts, possibly Naskh or Thuluth script. The paper itself shows signs of wear and age, with slightly frayed edges and discoloration, indicating its historic nature. The content in the calligraphy appears to be religious or poetic, possibly containing phrases of praise or wisdom.

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

The image depicts a piece of paper featuring Arabic calligraphy. The text is written in a classical Naskh or Thuluth script, noted for its elegant and flowing style. The paper has an aged, yellowed appearance, with some wear and tear at its edges, suggesting it may be quite old. The ink used for the calligraphy is dark, likely black, creating a strong contrast against the parchment-like background. The calligraphy is arranged in four distinct lines or rows, with each line containing elegantly spaced and carefully formed Arabic letters with diacritical marks. Each word is separated by a small space, maintaining readability and aesthetic balance. The script is likely a religious or literary text, possibly an excerpt from the Quran or a piece of classical Arabic poetry, given its style and the attention to form.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image appears to be an Arabic calligraphic text written on an aged, parchment-like paper. The text is written in a traditional Arabic script style, with intricate and flowing strokes. The text appears to be a religious or spiritual passage, though I cannot identify or name any specific individuals that may be referenced within it. The overall aesthetic of the image conveys a sense of antiquity and cultural heritage.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This image shows a page of classical Arabic calligraphy written in black ink on aged, beige paper. The text appears to be from the Quran or other Islamic religious text, written in a flowing Thuluth or similar traditional Arabic script style. The page contains five lines of elegant calligraphy, with the text arranged in a clear, hierarchical format. The writing demonstrates the characteristic features of Islamic calligraphy, including elongated letters, diacritical marks, and balanced composition. The paper shows some aging and slight discoloration typical of historic manuscripts, but the text remains clear and legible.

Meta Llama

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

The image displays a piece of aged, yellowed paper with Arabic calligraphy written on it in black ink. The paper appears to be old and worn, with visible signs of aging such as tears, creases, and discoloration. The edges are rough and uneven, giving the impression that the paper has been handled extensively over time.

The text is written in a flowing script, with each line of text curving and twisting in a unique way. The letters are connected to each other, forming a continuous flow of words and phrases. The text is written in a single column, with no visible margins or borders.

The background of the image is a plain beige color, which provides a neutral backdrop for the aged paper and the Arabic calligraphy. There are no other objects or elements in the image, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the text and the paper it is written on.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and intricate example of Arabic calligraphy, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of the artist who created it. The aged paper adds a sense of history and nostalgia to the image, evoking feelings of reverence and respect for the cultural heritage of the region.

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

This image is a piece of aged paper with Arabic calligraphy written on it. The paper has a light-brown color and appears to be old, with visible signs of aging such as tears and discoloration around the edges. The calligraphy is written in black ink and consists of five lines of text, each line containing several words or phrases. The text is written in a flowing script, with intricate details and flourishes that add to its aesthetic appeal. The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the paper may have been used for a formal or ceremonial purpose.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a page from an old Arabic manuscript, featuring several lines of Arabic calligraphy written in black ink. The calligraphy is ornate and elegant, with each line flowing gracefully across the page. The text appears to be a religious or philosophical text, with the words carefully chosen and arranged to convey a deeper meaning. The paper is old and worn, with some discoloration and fading visible on the edges. The image is slightly blurry, making it difficult to read the exact words, but the overall impression is one of beauty and reverence.

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

The image shows a piece of paper with text written on it. The paper appears to be old and worn, with some stains and discoloration. The text is written in Arabic and is likely a religious or philosophical text. The writing is in a cursive style, with some letters overlapping and others spaced apart. The paper is folded in half, with the top half containing the text and the bottom half blank.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a page from an ancient manuscript, likely of religious or scholarly content. It features text written in elegant Arabic calligraphy. The paper has aged, with a beige color and signs of wear, giving it an authentic, historical feel.

Specific Details:

  • Text: The image displays five lines of Arabic script. The script is well-formed with a classical style, possibly a form of Naskh or something related. It is clear and readable, indicating a skilled scribe.
  • Paper: The paper appears to be handmade, as the edges are uneven and slightly torn. The color is aged, and there are some small marks and spots, typical of aged paper.
  • Layout: The text is neatly organized on the page. The spacing between the lines is consistent.
  • Color: The primary colors are the dark, rich ink of the calligraphy against the beige of the paper.

Possible Interpretation:

Based on the content (which I cannot fully interpret without knowing Arabic), this page likely contains a passage of religious text, possibly from the Quran or a related religious work. The calligraphy style and the age of the paper point to a historical origin. It is an example of a beautiful piece of Arabic manuscript art.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

The image shows a page of Arabic calligraphy, likely from a religious text such as the Quran. The script is elegant and flowing, written in black ink on aged parchment paper. The text is divided into several lines, each with intricate letterforms and diacritical marks. The paper shows signs of age and wear, with a slightly uneven surface and subtle discoloration. The overall impression is one of historical and religious significance, showcasing the beauty and artistry of Arabic script.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows a piece of aged, yellowed paper featuring Arabic calligraphy. The calligraphy is written in a traditional script, likely Kufic or Thuluth, which are common styles used in Islamic art and manuscripts. The text appears to be written in black ink, with some decorative elements such as dots and flourishes.

The phrases written on the paper are as follows (from top to bottom):

  1. بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
    (Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim)
    Translation: "In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful."

  2. الحمد لله رب العالمين
    (Alhamdulillahi Rabb al-'Alamin)
    Translation: "All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds."

  3. الرحمن الرحيم
    (Al-Rahman al-Rahim)
    Translation: "The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful."

  4. مالك يوم الدين
    (Maliki Yawm al-Din)
    Translation: "Master of the Day of Judgment."

  5. إياك نعبد وإياك نستعين
    (Iyyaka Na'budu wa Iyyaka Nasta'in)
    Translation: "You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help."

These phrases are the opening verses of the first chapter (Surah Al-Fatihah) of the Quran, the holy book of Muslims. The calligraphy is neatly arranged in a vertical format, with each phrase written on a separate line. The paper shows signs of aging, with some discoloration and wear visible along the edges.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image appears to be a page from a handwritten text in Arabic. The text is written in a calligraphic style, with each line of text separated by a small gap, making it easier to read. The paper looks aged, with a yellowish tint and some visible wear, suggesting that it may be an old document. The content of the text is written in black ink. The handwriting is consistent, likely indicating that it was written by a skilled scribe. Without a translation of the text, it's difficult to determine the exact meaning or context of the passage. The text is well-organized, and the use of calligraphy adds an artistic and traditional aesthetic to the document.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

The image is a page from an old document, likely a religious or historical text, written in Arabic calligraphy. The paper appears aged, with a yellowish-brown tone and some discoloration, possibly due to age or exposure to the elements. The text is written in black ink and features a flowing, elegant script typical of traditional Arabic calligraphy. The text is arranged in five lines, with each line centered on the page. The edges of the paper are slightly ragged, suggesting it may have been torn from a larger document or book. The overall appearance gives the impression of an antique or historical artifact.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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ناسأبة
اليودب
ايا
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افانلد
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تاوي
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