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Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphy: Calligraphy sheet (W121)

Date

c. 1961

People

Artist: Christopher Wilmarth, American 1943 - 1987

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Christopher Wilmarth Archive, Gift of Susan Wilmarth-Rabineau, CW2001.971

Copyright

© Estate of Christopher Wilmarth

Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphy: Calligraphy sheet (W121)

People

Artist: Christopher Wilmarth, American 1943 - 1987

Date

c. 1961

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Christopher Wilmarth Archive, Gift of Susan Wilmarth-Rabineau, CW2001.971

Copyright

© Estate of Christopher Wilmarth

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-16

Text 98.2
Art 92.2
Handwriting 89.4
Calligraphy 88.2
Modern Art 74.3
Drawing 66.1
Label 63.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

no person 98.4
art 95.1
nature 94.9
paper 94.6
retro 94.6
dirty 93.5
wood 92.9
fall 92.7
one 92.2
wear 91.7
people 89.8
old 89.4
bird 88.9
winter 88.4
vintage 87.1
invertebrate 86.3
design 85.8
snow 85.4
tree 84.8
leaf 84.8

Imagga
created on 2022-01-16

drink 38.4
tea 33.4
brown 33.1
herb 29.5
food 28.9
cone 28.7
coffee 28.6
bean 28.4
close 26.8
aroma 25.4
dry 24.1
dried 23.1
crop 22.6
beverage 22.1
ingredient 22
caffeine 21.3
beans 21.3
cup 21.1
seed 20.7
flavor 20
plant 20
heap 19.7
closeup 19.5
spice 19.3
organic 19.3
roasted 19.1
healthy 18.9
black 18.6
breakfast 18.6
espresso 18.1
texture 18.1
hot 17.6
aromatic 17.3
morning 17.2
leaf 17.1
culture 17.1
mug 16.4
herbal 16.2
gourmet 15.3
grain 15.2
agriculture 14.9
mocha 14.7
cappuccino 14.7
seeds 14.5
natural 13.4
dark 13.4
china 13.2
taste 13
roast 12.5
textured 12.3
leaves 12.3
pile 12.2
scented 11.7
traditional 11.6
decoration 11.5
hook 11.1
cinnamon 10.8
addiction 10.6
seasoning 10.6
strainer 10.6
backgrounds 10.5
japan 10.5
cooking 10.5
east 10.3
fastener 10
tasty 10
delicious 9.9
brew 9.8
spices 9.7
diet 9.7
medicine 9.7
harvest 9.4
fresh 9.2
refreshment 9.1
color 8.9
spoon 8.9
latte 8.8
nobody 8.6
freshness 8.3
raw 8
cumin 8
stick 7.9
chain mail 7.9
grind 7.9
glass 7.8
ingredients 7.6
smoke 7.4
backdrop 7.4
still 7.4
many 7.4
meal 7.3
detail 7.2
kitchen 7.2
filter 7.1
life 7

Google
created on 2022-01-16

Rectangle 85.9
Font 81.2
Art 76.8
Drawing 66.2
Visual arts 64.4
Pattern 62.3
Ink 56.1
Paper product 55.9
Artwork 55.1
Paper 52
Graphic design 51.2

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-16

drawing 95.3
art 90
text 77.6
sketch 73.4
handwriting 65.5
design 55.6
vegetable 7.7

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 16-24
Gender Male, 77.4%
Calm 68.1%
Fear 21.9%
Sad 3.5%
Disgusted 1.9%
Surprised 1.8%
Happy 1.4%
Angry 0.8%
Confused 0.7%

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Poster
Tree

Clarifai

Poster 52.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-16

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-16

a close up of a box 28.7%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

the art of person, by person.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a drawing of a square shaped object with a square shape

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

This image contains an abstract artwork primarily composed of dark brown calligraphic strokes. The strokes are densely arranged, creating a square-like block of layered text or symbols that are difficult to decipher, emphasizing texture and rhythm rather than readability. Beneath the calligraphic block, faint geometric lines are drawn in pencil, forming overlapping circles and squares. The overall composition has a structured yet chaotic feel, with splatters and smudges of brown ink adding an expressive, organic element to the precise geometric underlay. The background is plain off-white, with small specks and stains scattered across it, contributing to its raw and unfinished aesthetic.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image is an abstract artwork that combines calligraphy and geometric shapes. It features a rectangular section filled with densely packed calligraphic text or strokes in a dark brown color. The text is stylized and illegible, focusing more on form and aesthetic rather than conveying readable content. Below the calligraphy, there is a sketch of geometric shapes drawn in pencil. These shapes include several intersecting circles and lines arranged in a grid pattern. The background is a plain light gray or white, and there are some small splatters and marks of colored ink, predominantly in brown and red, scattered across the surface. The overall composition appears to juxtapose the fluidity of calligraphy with the precision of geometric design.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image appears to be an abstract artwork featuring a complex arrangement of dark, organic shapes and lines against a light background. The shapes seem to be formed from a calligraphic or brush-like application of a dark, earthy-colored medium, creating a sense of movement and energy within the composition. The overall impression is one of dynamic, expressive abstraction, with the forms and lines interacting in an intricate and visually striking manner.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This appears to be an abstract artwork featuring calligraphic or gestural marks in dark brown ink. The marks are clustered together in a dense, square-like formation at the top of the composition. Below these marks, there is a simple line drawing in graphite or pencil that suggests the outline of what might be a vase or vessel. The background is a light, off-white color, and there are a few small orange or rust-colored spots scattered on the paper. The overall style appears to be minimalist and has elements of both abstract expressionism and calligraphic art.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a piece of calligraphy art, showcasing a unique blend of traditional and modern elements. The artwork is set against a light gray background, which provides a subtle contrast to the rich, dark brown ink used for the calligraphy.

Calligraphy:

  • The calligraphy is written in a flowing script, with each letter connected to the next in a continuous motion.
  • The text appears to be written in a language that is not immediately recognizable, adding an air of mystery to the piece.
  • The letters are varied in size and shape, with some being larger and more dramatic than others.
  • The overall effect is one of fluidity and movement, as if the words are dancing across the page.

Composition:

  • The calligraphy is arranged in a vertical column, with the text centered on the page.
  • Below the calligraphy, there is a simple pencil drawing of a vase, which adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the piece.
  • The vase is depicted in a minimalist style, with clean lines and minimal detail.
  • The overall composition is well-balanced, with the calligraphy and vase working together to create a sense of harmony and balance.

Color Palette:

  • The dominant color of the piece is a rich, dark brown, which is used for the calligraphy and the pencil drawing of the vase.
  • The background of the page is a light gray, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker colors used in the calligraphy and vase.
  • There are also some small splatters of red and yellow ink scattered throughout the page, which add a pop of color and create a sense of energy and spontaneity.

Overall Impression:

  • The piece exudes a sense of elegance and sophistication, thanks to the use of traditional calligraphy and the minimalist style of the vase.
  • At the same time, the use of bold, expressive lines and the incorporation of modern elements like the red and yellow splatters adds a sense of playfulness and creativity to the piece.
  • Overall, the image presents a unique and captivating blend of traditional and modern elements, making it a compelling and thought-provoking work of art.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image features a piece of calligraphic art, with the text written in a dark brown color. The text is arranged in a vertical column, with each line of text overlapping the one below it, creating a sense of depth and layering. The text itself appears to be a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, with some letters extending beyond the boundaries of the column.

At the bottom of the column, there is a simple sketch of a vase or container, drawn in pencil. The vase has a rounded body and a narrow neck, and it is positioned directly below the column of text. The background of the image is a light beige color, with some faint splatters of red and yellow paint visible in the top-right corner.

Overall, the image suggests a creative and artistic approach to calligraphy, with the use of overlapping text and simple sketches adding visual interest and depth to the design.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image features a piece of abstract art with a dominant dark brown color. The artwork is composed of irregular, flowing lines and shapes, creating a dynamic and somewhat chaotic composition. The shapes are somewhat reminiscent of letters or words, but they are not clearly legible. The artwork appears to be a modern or contemporary piece, possibly created using ink or paint on paper. The background is plain and white, providing a stark contrast to the dark brown shapes. There are some small, scattered dots of red and yellow around the edges of the artwork, adding a touch of color.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image depicts an abstract artwork that features a square-shaped structure filled with a grid-like pattern of text. The text appears to be in a foreign language, possibly Arabic or Hebrew, and is written in a cursive style. The artwork is on a white background, with a few small red and yellow dots scattered around the edges. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, with the grid-like pattern of text creating a sense of depth and complexity.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

The artwork consists of stylized calligraphy or letterforms arranged densely in the upper portion of a rectangular shape drawn in pencil on a white background. Below the calligraphy, there is a pencil sketch of two overlapping circles within the rectangular shape, suggesting a foundational drawing for an apple or similar fruit-like form.

The calligraphy appears to be executed in brown ink with varied thickness and texture, and it fills the upper section of the outlined rectangle. The strokes are overlapping and abstracted, making it difficult to discern any specific words or messages.

The pencil sketch provides a structural framework, and it is drawn with light strokes that are still visible but not overpowering. There are also some small spots or splatters of color (brown and red) scattered around the artwork.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a piece of abstract artwork that appears to be a mix of calligraphy and geometric elements. It's a monochromatic piece, primarily using brown ink on a white background. The style is suggestive of a more traditional East-Asian aesthetic due to the brush strokes and the use of ink.

Key Elements:

  • Calligraphy: The most prominent feature is a dense arrangement of calligraphic strokes. The strokes are dark brown, and appear to be done with a brush. There is a sense of depth as some strokes overlap and are layered. The letters are closely arranged together.
  • Geometric Structure: Beneath the calligraphy, there is an implied structure marked by a square and two circles. The line quality suggests this area was drawn in pencil or a similar medium, giving it a much more linear and geometric feel, acting as a support to the calligraphy.
  • Ink Splatters: There are some scattered brown and red ink splatters around the page, adding texture and an unpolished quality to the artwork.

Style and Composition:

The composition is somewhat balanced, with the calligraphy dominating the center of the page. The geometric elements are simple and act as a base, the ink splatters are strategically placed to give the piece some movement. The overall aesthetic leans toward abstraction, with the focus on the interplay between the calligraphic forms and the supporting elements.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image appears to be an abstract artwork or calligraphic piece. It features a dense cluster of bold, dark strokes arranged in a roughly rectangular shape at the top center of the page. The strokes are irregular and overlap, creating a textured, almost chaotic appearance. Below this cluster, there is a faint, lightly sketched outline of what seems to be a vase or a similar container. The vase outline is minimal and appears to be a preliminary sketch, possibly indicating the artist's initial plan for the composition. The background is plain, with a few scattered spots of color, likely from ink splatters or drips. The overall effect is one of contrast between the dense, dark strokes and the light, minimal sketch below.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image appears to be an abstract piece of art that combines text and visual design elements. The central focus is a block of dark, somewhat illegible text, possibly a combination of letters and symbols, arranged in a stacked, overlapping manner. The text is in a dark brown or black color, which contrasts with the light background.

Below the text, there are faint, light gray lines that form a simple geometric shape, resembling a square or a rectangle. Within this shape, there are curved lines that create a sense of movement or flow, adding a dynamic element to the composition.

The overall aesthetic is minimalist and modern, with a focus on the interplay between the text and the geometric shapes. The background is plain white, which further accentuates the dark text and the light gray lines. There are also a few small, scattered red and gold dots in the corners and near the bottom-right corner of the image, adding a subtle contrast and a touch of color to the otherwise monochromatic palette.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image depicts an abstract artwork on a white background. The central feature is a rectangular area filled with dense, overlapping black and brown brushstrokes that appear to form a textured, chaotic pattern. Below this rectangle, there are several curved gray lines that seem to radiate outward, creating a sense of movement or distortion. There are also a few small red and orange spots scattered around the edges of the artwork, adding a subtle touch of color to the predominantly monochromatic piece. The overall effect is one of dynamic energy and abstraction.