Human Generated Data

Title

Double Nozzle Volute Lamp

Date

1-50 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, 2007.104.18

Human Generated Data

Title

Double Nozzle Volute Lamp

Date

1-50 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, 2007.104.18

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-23

Reptile 98.4
Animal 98.4
Bronze 91.2
Rust 89.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-03-23

pottery 98.7
old 97.5
vintage 96.6
clay 96.2
antique 95.6
desktop 95.6
no person 95.3
one 94.4
art 93.8
ancient 93.2
decoration 93
handmade 92.8
container 92.8
earthenware 92.7
sculpture 91.9
craft 91.6
cutout 91.5
ceramic 90.9
isolate 90.6
closeup 89.9

Imagga
created on 2019-03-23

carving 100
sculpture 100
plastic art 88.6
art 49.9
figure 31.5
brown 22.8
wood 20.8
earthenware 18.3
old 18.1
close 17.1
wooden 16.7
culture 15.4
ceramic ware 15.2
traditional 13.3
utensil 13
shell 12.8
ancient 12.1
money 11.9
object 11.7
decoration 11.6
antique 11.3
leather 10.7
pattern 10.2
finance 10.1
food 9.7
design 9.6
golden 9.4
closeup 9.4
cash 9.1
gold 9
currency 9
religion 9
financial 8.9
detail 8.8
natural 8.7
face 8.5
east 8.4
decorative 8.3
vintage 8.3
cup 8.1
wealth 8.1
kitchen 8
history 8
breakfast 7.9
animal 7.9
mask 7.8
color 7.8
craft 7.6
dollar 7.4
banking 7.3
investment 7.3
bank 7.2
tree 7
life 7

Google
created on 2019-03-23

Metal 60.7
earthenware 58.7
Carving 52.8

Microsoft
created on 2019-03-23

old 72.5
dirty 36.5
ceramic ware 25.6
stoneware 22.7
pottery 22.7
ceramic 8.4
museum 3.6
art 2.2
woodcarving 1.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Snake

Clarifai

Bowl

AWS Rekognition

Snake 98.4%

Clarifai

Bowl 52.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-03-23

paintings art 95.8%
food drinks 2.6%
pets animals 1.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-03-23

a hole in the ground 71.3%
a close up of a hole in the ground 71.2%
a dirty old room 61.5%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a bronze bowl from the people.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a clay potted with a large, ornately decorated vase

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This image depicts an ancient oil lamp, crafted from terracotta. The lamp has a reddish-brown color and features a circular reservoir in its center, adorned with concentric decorative grooves. It has three rounded spouts for burning wicks, and its design incorporates ornamental scroll-like shapes around its body, giving it a refined and artistic appearance. The surface displays signs of wear and aging, with remnants of soot or dirt, likely from past use. This type of lamp was commonly used in antiquity for lighting purposes.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image shows an ancient terracotta oil lamp, which is ornately decorated with intricate designs. The lamp is made of a reddish-brown clay material. It features a central dish with concentric circular patterns and a hole for adding oil. The lamp has two extended nozzles or spouts at the front, where wicks would be placed for lighting. These nozzles are flanked by elaborate swirled and scroll-like designs, which add a decorative element to the piece. On the opposite side of the nozzles, there is a handle, allowing the lamp to be held or hung. The surface of the lamp shows signs of wear and age, with some parts appearing weathered or chipped, suggesting it is an artifact from an ancient civilization.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an ancient, earthenware vessel or container. It has a circular, bowl-like shape with concentric rings or grooves decorating the exterior. The vessel appears to be made of a reddish-brown clay material and has some signs of wear or weathering on its surface. It has two handles or protrusions on the sides, giving it a distinctive, asymmetrical shape. The vessel seems to be an archaeological or historical artifact, likely from an ancient civilization or culture.

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

This appears to be an ancient Roman oil lamp made of terracotta (clay). It has a reddish-brown color and features decorative concentric circular patterns on its surface. The lamp has a distinctive spout for the wick and shows signs of age and wear, with some areas appearing worn or chipped. The design is typical of Roman-era clay lamps, which were commonly used for lighting in ancient times. The circular patterns and overall craftsmanship demonstrate the artistic and practical elements that went into creating these everyday objects in antiquity.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient clay oil lamp, characterized by its reddish-brown color and weathered appearance. The lamp features a circular depression in the center, likely designed to hold a wick or flame, surrounded by concentric circles that may have served as a guide for pouring oil. Two handles are attached to either side of the lamp, one of which has a small hole at the end, possibly used for hanging or suspension. The lamp's surface exhibits signs of wear and tear, with visible cracks and discoloration, suggesting it has been exposed to the elements over time. The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the lamp. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing a functional and decorative artifact from a bygone era.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient clay lamp, likely from the Roman Empire period, showcasing its unique design and craftsmanship.

  • Lamp Body
    • Made of clay
    • Distinctive shape with a circular base and a long handle
    • Handle features a curved design with a small loop at the end
  • Spout
    • Located on the right side of the lamp
    • Small and circular in shape
    • May have been used to direct the light
  • Base
    • Circular in shape
    • Features a small hole in the center
    • May have been used to hold a wick or fuel source
  • Design Elements
    • Intricate designs etched into the clay
    • Possibly depicting mythological figures or symbols
    • Adds an artistic touch to the lamp's overall design
  • Coloration
    • The lamp has a reddish-brown color
    • May have been achieved through the use of natural pigments or glazes
    • Adds a warm and earthy tone to the lamp's appearance
  • Condition
    • The lamp appears to be in a state of disrepair
    • Cracks and chips are visible on the surface
    • May indicate that the lamp has been exposed to the elements or has been handled roughly over time

In summary, the image presents an ancient clay lamp with a unique design and intricate details, showcasing the craftsmanship of its creators. The lamp's condition suggests that it may have been exposed to the elements or handled roughly over time, but its historical significance and aesthetic appeal remain intact.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient terracotta oil lamp, displayed against a plain white background. The lamp is made of reddish-brown clay and exhibits a distinctive design. It features a round, concave body with a circular wick hole at its center, surrounded by a series of concentric rings or grooves. The lamp has two handles on either side, each with a spiral or scroll design. These handles are attached to the body of the lamp, providing a grip for holding the lamp. The surface of the lamp shows signs of age, with some wear and discoloration, indicating its antiquity. The lamp's intricate design and the craftsmanship suggest it was likely used for lighting in ancient times.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image features an antique oil lamp, possibly from the Roman era, that is brown in color and has a unique design. It has a round shape with a spiral pattern and a hole in the middle, which is likely the place where the wick was inserted. There are two holes on the sides, possibly for attaching a handle. The lamp has intricate designs, including a spiral pattern on the sides and a floral design on the top.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases an ancient, terracotta oil lamp. It's a reddish-brown color, and the lamp appears to be made of a weathered ceramic material, possibly terracotta. The lamp has a circular main body with concentric rings in the center. A small hole is in the center of these rings.

It has a long, ornate spout area that branches out into two rounded tips, each containing a hole. The handle is a simple loop on the left side of the main body, that is damaged. The lamp's design has decorative elements that are possibly scroll-like. The overall appearance suggests an artifact of historical significance, possibly from the Roman or Greek periods. The surface of the lamp shows some wear, with areas of discoloration and perhaps remnants of soil or other deposits, indicating its age and possible excavation from the ground. The background is a plain white.

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

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

The image shows an ancient oil lamp made of terracotta. It has a reddish-brown color and appears weathered, with some encrustations or discoloration due to age and potential burial.

The lamp has a circular central reservoir with concentric rings radiating outwards. At the center of the reservoir, there's a small hole, likely for filling the lamp with oil.

The lamp features a handle on one end and two nozzles on the opposite end, designed to hold wicks. The area surrounding the nozzles is decorated with stylized curves, which might be reminiscent of plant motifs.

Overall, the lamp is a well-preserved artifact that provides insight into ancient lighting technology and decorative arts.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient oil lamp made from terracotta or clay. This type of lamp is characteristic of those used in the Roman and Hellenistic periods. The lamp has a distinct design with several notable features:

  1. Central Filling Hole: There is a large circular opening in the center, which is where oil would be poured into the lamp.
  2. Wick Hole: A smaller hole near the edge of the central opening where the wick would be placed.
  3. Handles: The lamp has two handles, one on each side, which would make it easier to carry or hang.
  4. Decorative Elements: The lamp features intricate, decorative patterns, including swirls and possibly floral or leaf motifs, which add to its aesthetic appeal.
  5. Spoon-Like Extensions: There are two spoon-like extensions on either side of the central filling hole, which might have been used for additional functional or decorative purposes.

The lamp's design suggests it was used for lighting in domestic or possibly ritual settings. The terracotta material and the craftsmanship indicate it is a historical artifact, likely used in ancient times.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

The image shows an ancient terracotta oil lamp. The lamp has a circular base with concentric circles and a central hole, which is likely the wick holder. From this central base, two handles extend outward, one on each side. These handles are ornately decorated with swirls and patterns, suggesting a decorative intent. The surface of the lamp shows signs of age, with some discoloration and wear, indicating it is an artifact, possibly of historical or archaeological significance. The overall design and craftsmanship suggest it is from an ancient culture, possibly Greek or Roman, known for such items.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

This image shows an ancient oil lamp, likely from the Roman or Hellenistic period. The lamp is made of terracotta and has a reddish-brown color. It features a flat, disc-shaped body with a central nozzle for the wick and a decorative handle with a hole for hanging or securing the lamp. The surface of the lamp has circular concentric lines around the central nozzle and some intricate designs on the handle and body. The lamp appears to be aged, with some wear and discoloration visible.