Human Generated Data

Title

Bird-shaped jar

Date

Banshan phase, c. 2650-2300 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, 2006.170.34

Human Generated Data

Title

Bird-shaped jar

Date

Banshan phase, c. 2650-2300 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, 2006.170.34

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-01-23

Jar 99
Pottery 99
Vase 99
Animal 91.3
Sea Life 91.3
Reptile 91.3

Clarifai
created on 2020-01-23

pottery 100
vase 99.9
clay 99.8
no person 99.4
art 99.1
ceramic 99
one 99
sculpture 98.9
earthenware 98.8
container 98.6
still life 98.2
ancient 97.6
porcelain 96.6
pot 96.6
urn 95.9
jug 95.9
museum 95.7
isolate 95.5
old 95.5
jar 95.3

Imagga
created on 2020-01-23

vase 100
jar 100
vessel 95
container 67.8
decoration 36.2
ornament 30.2
ball 27.1
holiday 25.8
celebration 24.7
china 24.4
decorative 23.4
ceramic ware 22.3
winter 22.1
earthenware 22
shiny 21.4
season 21
seasonal 21
glass 21
object 20.5
tradition 20.3
sphere 20.2
traditional 20
round 19.8
gold 18.9
decorate 18.1
festive 16.6
utensil 16.6
porcelain 16.4
celebrate 16.3
merry 16.2
balls 15.3
bauble 14.7
glitter 14.5
bright 12.9
ornate 12.8
snow 12.5
decor 12.4
ornamental 12.3
pot 11.8
brown 11.8
art 11.7
ornaments 11.6
design 11.3
shine 11
antique 10.4
golden 10.3
pottery 9.8
new 9.7
close 9.7
craft 9.5
gift 9.5
symbol 9.4
ribbon 9.3
tree 9.2
teapot 9.2
year 9.1
food 9.1
one 9
color 8.9
closeup 8.8
decorations 8.7
yellow 8.6
tea 8.5
flower 8.5
old 8.4
globe 8.3
event 8.3
nobody 7.8
party 7.7
culture 7.7
focus 7.4
single 7.4
present 7.3
world 7.1
vibrant 7

Google
created on 2020-01-23

earthenware 97.9
Ceramic 92.9
Pottery 91.8
Artifact 88.4
Vase 86.9
Art 65.5
Urn 55.2

Microsoft
created on 2020-01-23

vase 98.3
indoor 89.6
art 85.6
pottery 84.8
ceramic ware 84.4
earthenware 79
still life photography 76.1
teapot 73.9
still life 68.6
ceramic 67.8
urn 67.4
design 61.4
plant 45.8
stoneware 31.9
porcelain 14.4

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-42
Gender Female, 98.5%
Fear 0.1%
Happy 10.2%
Sad 0.6%
Angry 1.8%
Disgusted 0.1%
Calm 86.9%
Confused 0.1%
Surprised 0.2%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Turtle

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Turtle 91.3%

Clarifai

Vase 86.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-01-23

food drinks 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-01-23

a vase sitting on a table 47%
a vase sitting on top of a table 43.9%
a vase is sitting on a table 36.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a vase with a large vase on top of it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a small vase with a patterned design on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-31

The image depicts a Moche ceramic vessel that showcases intricate artistry and cultural significance. The vessel has a bulbous body with a narrow, flared neck adorned with a geometric crosshatched pattern. The body of the vessel features elaborate painted designs consisting of intersecting red and black motifs against a tan background, possibly symbolizing cultural or ceremonial themes. The vessel is rounded at the bottom, suggesting it was intended to be set on a surface or designed for functional use such as storing liquids. The decorations and craftsmanship indicate it is a significant artifact from the Moche culture, known for their sophisticated pottery.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-07

The image shows a traditional ceramic pot with a rounded body and a smaller neck extending from the top center. The pot has a handle on one side near where the neck meets the body. The overall color appears to be a natural, earthy terracotta.

The surface of the pot, both on the body and the neck, is adorned with an intricate pattern. The neck features a crosshatch-style pattern in a dark color, which could be black or brown, contrasting with the natural color of the pot. The body has a detailed design that seems to have been painted or stained with a deep red or burgundy color, interspersed with the same dark color used on the neck, creating a sort of checkered effect. The design on the body appears to be a combination of geometric shapes such as triangles and chevrons, bordered by curved lines that encircle the pot.

The pot appears to be handmade, indicated by its slightly asymmetrical shape and the variation in the pattern's application. The craftsmanship suggests that it might be an object of cultural significance, possibly made for a special occasion or to adhere to a traditional design specific to a culture or region. The background is a neutral gray, likely chosen to make the details of the pot stand out.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is an ancient ceramic vessel, likely from a Native American culture. It features a distinctive shape with a wide, rounded body that narrows at the top into a small neck opening. The pottery is decorated with intricate geometric patterns including crosshatching, circles, and angular designs in red, black, and natural clay colors. The bottom portion appears to be a plain, undecorated light clay color, while the upper section has the detailed painted designs. The vessel also has what appears to be a small protruding handle or spout on its side. The craftsmanship shows sophisticated pottery-making techniques and artistic skill in the precise painted patterns. This type of vessel was likely used for storing water or other liquids, and represents an important artifact of indigenous ceramic traditions.

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

The image shows a decorative ceramic vessel or jar. The vessel has a rounded, bulbous shape with a narrow neck at the top. It is painted with intricate geometric patterns in dark brown, red, and black colors. The patterns appear to be woven or lattice-like, creating a striking visual effect. The vessel seems to be a traditional or cultural artifact, likely created for decorative or ceremonial purposes.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a traditional Native American pottery vessel, likely crafted by the Pueblo people. The vessel is characterized by its bulbous body and narrow neck, with a small opening at the top. The exterior features a striking design, comprising red and black geometric patterns, including chevrons and diamonds, which are typical of Pueblo pottery. The base of the vessel is adorned with a black band, adding to its aesthetic appeal.

The vessel appears to be made from clay, with a natural, earthy tone that complements the vibrant colors of the design. The overall shape and style of the vessel suggest that it may have been used for ceremonial or ritual purposes, rather than for everyday use.

The background of the image is a gradient of gray, which helps to highlight the vessel's intricate details and colors. The lighting is soft and even, allowing the viewer to appreciate the texture and craftsmanship of the pottery.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and culturally significant example of Native American pottery, showcasing the artistic skill and attention to detail of the Pueblo people.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image depicts an ancient, ornate clay vessel with a narrow neck and wide body. The vessel is primarily tan, with a black and red patterned design on its body. The design features a series of concentric circles, each containing a geometric pattern of lines and dots. The vessel's body is bulbous, with a small handle attached to the side. The neck is narrow and flared, with a small opening at the top. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, with the top being darker than the bottom. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a museum or art gallery setting, where the vessel is on display for viewing.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a brown-colored ceramic pot with a geometric design on it. The pot has a small, round opening at the top and a larger, circular opening at the bottom. The pot is placed on a gray surface, which could be a table or a shelf. The pot's surface is smooth and shiny, and the geometric design is made up of small, intricate patterns. The pot appears to be an antique or vintage item, possibly from a specific cultural or historical period.

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

The image depicts an ancient clay pot with a unique design. The pot is placed on a gray background, and it has a round body and a narrow neck. The pot's body is decorated with a geometric pattern in red, brown, and black colors. The pattern consists of a series of intersecting lines and shapes, creating a visually appealing and intricate design. The neck of the pot is covered with a woven material, possibly a basket or a cloth, which adds to its decorative appeal. The pot's overall appearance suggests that it is an antique piece, possibly from a specific cultural or historical context.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-30

Here's a description of the image:

The image features an ancient pottery vessel with elaborate designs. The vessel has a bulbous, rounded body, transitioning to a narrower neck and a slightly flared opening at the top.

The bottom part of the vessel is a lighter, earthy tone, while the upper portion is decorated with a complex pattern in dark brown and red. The design consists of a grid-like pattern enclosed within red circular bands. Linear, geometric motifs are also present.

The neck of the vessel has a diamond lattice design. There are two small, handle-like protrusions on either side of the lower part of the vessel. The background is a neutral gray, which sets off the vessel and its designs.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-30

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases an ancient, elaborately decorated earthenware pot.

Key features:

  • Shape: The pot has a bulbous body that tapers towards a rounded base. It features a short, cylindrical neck at the top.
  • Decoration: The pot is adorned with intricate, geometric patterns. These include cross-hatching, diamond patterns, and swirling lines in dark brown and red pigments. The base appears to be in a pale tan color.
  • Details: The neck has a diamond pattern. The lower part of the body features two small, looped handles.
  • Background: The background is a simple, light-gray gradient, allowing the focus to be solely on the pot.
  • Overall impression: The pot is an artifact of historical significance, demonstrating artistic skills and cultural traditions.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a traditional ceramic pot, likely of indigenous origin, with intricate geometric patterns and designs. The pot has a rounded body with a narrow neck and a small opening at the top. The surface is decorated with a combination of red, black, and white pigments, creating a visually striking effect. The patterns include cross-hatching, zigzag lines, and diamond shapes, which are common in many indigenous pottery traditions. The pot appears to be handcrafted, showcasing the skill and artistry of the maker. The overall aesthetic suggests it could be used for ceremonial or everyday purposes, reflecting cultural and artistic traditions.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image depicts a ceramic vessel, likely an ancient pottery piece, characterized by its broad, rounded body and narrow neck. The vessel appears to be hand-painted with geometric patterns in vibrant colors. The design includes a prominent circular motif on the body, featuring a grid-like pattern that is surrounded by red and black lines. The top of the neck is decorated with a pattern resembling a grid or mesh. The handles are short and attached to the sides of the body, and the overall color scheme is a mix of earthy tones with accents of red, black, and beige. The craftsmanship suggests it could be from an ancient culture known for its pottery, possibly from the prehistoric or early historical periods.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

This image features a ceramic vessel with a bulbous body and a narrow neck that flares slightly at the top. The vessel is adorned with intricate geometric patterns in a combination of red, black, and beige colors. The decoration includes a prominent grid-like pattern in the center, surrounded by various other geometric shapes such as triangles, circles, and straight lines. The patterns are meticulously painted, creating a visually striking and symmetrical design. The vessel also has two small, protruding handles on either side, suggesting it was used for carrying or hanging. The overall appearance suggests it may be an artifact of historical or cultural significance, likely originating from an ancient civilization known for their pottery artistry.