Human Generated Data

Title

Lamp with Actor's Mask

Date

75-150 CE

People

-

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2007.104.9

Human Generated Data

Title

Lamp with Actor's Mask

Date

75-150 CE

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2007.104.9

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-23

Animal 99.8
Reptile 99.8
Bronze 99.7
Pottery 91.5
Pot 75.2
Bowl 64.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-03-23

pottery 99.5
no person 99.2
clay 99.1
one 98.5
container 98.3
sculpture 98.2
old 98.1
art 96.8
handmade 96.7
earthenware 96
ancient 95.4
antique 94.8
craft 93.6
vintage 93.4
desktop 93.3
two 93.1
isolate 91.7
cutout 91.4
pot 90.1
handicraft 89.9

Imagga
created on 2019-03-23

ceramic ware 61
teapot 54
earthenware 52.1
utensil 49.4
pot 41.8
vessel 37.5
currency 31.4
china 31.3
money 30.6
coin 30.5
container 29.1
cooking utensil 29.1
coins 24.1
porcelain 23.7
finance 23.7
banking 23
cash 22.9
close 21.1
metal 20.9
financial 20.5
old 20.2
object 19.8
bank 19.7
kitchen utensil 19.3
business 14.6
wealth 14.4
retro 13.9
pay 13.4
shiny 12.7
vintage 12.4
economy 12.1
antique 11.6
ancient 11.2
shell 11
gold 10.7
exchange 10.5
savings 10.3
closeup 10.1
symbol 10.1
investment 10.1
collection 9.9
shield 9.9
silver 9.7
one 9.7
decoration 9.6
ornament 9.5
circle 9.5
brown 8.8
black 8.4
rich 8.4
market 8
armor 8
pottery 8
collect 7.9
pound 7.7
payment 7.7
change 7.7
grunge 7.7
historical 7.5
buy 7.5
dollar 7.4
food 7.2

Google
created on 2019-03-23

earthenware 88
Artifact 84.2
Oil lamp 58.7
Pottery 56.3
Metal 51.1
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-03-23

stoneware 69.4
old 55.7
plant 50.3
ceramic ware 38.6
half 38.3
pottery 38.3
museum 34.5
ancient 11.9
bronze 11.2
ceramic 10.9
art 4.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Snake

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Snake 99.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-03-23

paintings art 90.3%
food drinks 9.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-03-23

a close up of a hole in the ground 74.4%
close up of a hole in the ground 68.4%
a close up of a hole in it 67.9%

Salesforce

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows a clay oil lamp, an artifact likely dating back to ancient times. The lamp has a rounded body with an intricate design on its top, which appears to depict a coiled serpent or floral motif surrounded by concentric rings. It includes a spout on one end where the wick would be placed, and a small looped handle on the opposite end for carrying or hanging. The lamp has a weathered and worn appearance, with earthen tones and traces of age on its surface. Its purpose was likely to provide light when filled with oil and lit.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image shows an ancient clay oil lamp. The lamp has a round body with an intricate design on its top surface, featuring a central raised motif that appears to depict a coiled snake or a similar pattern. The surface is weathered and shows signs of age, with a rough, textured appearance in a brownish color. There are two distinct openings: one for pouring oil, which is located at one end, and another for the wick, situated at the opposite end. Both ends have spouts, characteristic of ancient oil lamps. The overall shape of the lamp is oblong with a slightly flattened bottom to allow it to sit steadily on a surface. The lamp showcases a historical artifact characteristic of a bygone era, likely used for illumination purposes.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows an ancient ceramic vessel or container. It has a rounded, bulbous shape with two handles on the sides. The surface of the vessel is rough and weathered, with a reddish-brown color. In the center of the vessel, there is a decorative motif or design that appears to be a stylized leaf or floral pattern. The vessel has an aged, antique appearance, suggesting it is an archaeological artifact or historical object.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This image shows an ancient Roman oil lamp made of terracotta (clay). It has the typical form of a Roman lamp with a rounded body, a spout for the wick on one side, and a handle on the other side. The top surface features a circular design with concentric rings and what appears to be a decorative motif in the center. The lamp shows signs of age and wear, with a weathered brownish-orange color and some discoloration. These types of lamps were commonly used throughout the Roman Empire for lighting purposes, with olive oil being the typical fuel. The craftsmanship demonstrates the sophisticated pottery techniques of the Roman period.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image features an ancient clay lamp, characterized by its distinctive shape and design.

  • Shape and Design:
    • The lamp is crafted from clay and boasts a rounded body with two handles, one on each side.
    • A circular indentation is visible in the center of the lamp, likely intended for holding a wick or flame.
    • The lamp's surface exhibits a weathered appearance, with visible signs of aging and wear.
  • Additional Features:
    • The lamp's design includes a small, circular indentation on the left handle, which may have served as a pouring spout or a decorative element.
    • The right handle features a small hole, possibly used for hanging the lamp or serving as a ventilation point.
    • The lamp's surface is adorned with intricate carvings, including a leaf-like pattern in the center and a series of lines around the edges.
  • Background:
    • The lamp is set against a plain white background, which helps to highlight its details and textures.
    • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that the lamp is an artifact from an ancient civilization, possibly used for religious or ceremonial purposes.

In summary, the image presents a beautifully crafted ancient clay lamp, showcasing its unique design and features. The lamp's weathered appearance and intricate carvings suggest that it has been well-preserved over time, providing valuable insights into the craftsmanship and culture of its creators.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts an ancient clay oil lamp with a distinctive design. The lamp features two handles, one on each side, and a circular depression in the center that likely held the wick. A small hole is visible at the bottom of the depression, which may have served as a spout for pouring oil. The lamp's surface exhibits signs of aging and wear, with visible cracks and discoloration.

The lamp is set against a plain white background, suggesting that it may be part of a museum or archaeological collection. The overall appearance of the lamp suggests that it is an artifact from ancient times, possibly dating back to the Roman or Greek era.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image shows an old clay oil lamp with a small opening in the center and two side openings on either side. The clay lamp is brown in color and has a circular shape. The lamp is placed on a white surface. The lamp seems to be damaged, as there are some cracks on the sides. The lamp has a spiral design in the center.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image shows an ancient ceramic lamp with a cylindrical body and a flat circular base. The lamp has a round opening in the center, which is surrounded by a decorative pattern. The lamp has two handles on either side, which are also decorated with patterns. The lamp appears to be made of clay and has a reddish-brown color, with some areas showing signs of wear and tear. The lamp is displayed on a white background, which highlights its intricate design and historical significance.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows an ancient oil lamp made of clay. It has a round body and two spouts with holes on either side, likely for wicks. The lamp is a reddish-brown color, with patches of beige or white, suggesting that it is old and possibly worn or corroded.

The top of the lamp features a slightly raised circular area with concentric rings. In the center of this circle is a decorative element that appears to be a three-dimensional design, possibly depicting an animal or abstract shape. There is a hole in the center of the raised area, presumably to insert the oil.

The condition of the lamp seems to be aged, as there are cracks and wear visible throughout the object. The texture of the clay appears rough and uneven, contributing to its rustic and historical aesthetic. The lamp sits on a plain white background, which serves to highlight the object's shape and details.

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

The image shows an ancient Roman oil lamp. It's a small, round object made of terracotta or a similar material. The lamp is a warm, earthy brown color, with a weathered appearance suggesting age. It has a central reservoir for the oil, surrounded by a raised circular rim. In the middle of the reservoir is a decorative relief, likely a stylized form. Two handles extend outwards from the lamp, each with a hole, one for holding and one for inserting the wick. The lamp is damaged with cracks and areas of wear, and there are patches of a light-colored substance (possibly soil or residue) on its surface. The background is a plain white.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows an ancient oil lamp, likely made of clay or terracotta. The lamp has a distinctive design with two handles on either side and a central spout for the wick. The body of the lamp is decorated with a circular motif featuring a stylized palm tree or similar plant. The lamp appears to be well-worn, indicating it is an artifact of significant age. Such lamps were commonly used in ancient times for lighting purposes, often fueled by olive oil or other types of oils. The design and material suggest it could be from a Mediterranean or Middle Eastern culture, possibly from the Roman or Byzantine period.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

The image shows an ancient ceramic oil lamp, likely of Greek or Roman origin, given its distinctive shape and style. The lamp has a rounded base with a wide, shallow basin in the center, which would have held oil. It features two handles, one on each side, for easy carrying. At the center of the basin, there is a circular indentation with a carving of a bird, possibly a dove or an owl, a common symbol in ancient art. The lamp shows signs of age and use, with a slightly worn, weathered appearance and some discoloration, indicating it has been buried or exposed to the elements for a long time. The overall shape and design suggest it was used for both practical and ceremonial purposes.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

The image shows an ancient clay oil lamp, likely from a historical period such as the Roman or Byzantine era. The lamp has a rounded, shallow basin with a raised handle on one side and a spout on the other. The surface of the lamp is weathered and shows signs of age, with discoloration and possible remnants of soot or wear. In the center of the basin, there is a decorative element, possibly a relief or molded design, which appears to depict a flower or a similar motif. There are two small openings in the basin, one near the spout and another near the center, which were likely used for filling the lamp with oil and inserting the wick. The overall shape and design suggest that this lamp was used for illumination in ancient times.