Human Generated Data

Title

Flat backed jar

Date

c. 4300-2600 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, 2006.170.80

Human Generated Data

Title

Flat backed jar

Date

c. 4300-2600 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, 2006.170.80

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-05

Pottery 98.9
Jar 98.5
Urn 96.8
Vase 89.4
Beverage 84.3
Milk 84.3
Drink 84.3
Plant 73
Pear 73
Food 73
Fruit 73

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-05

pottery 99.9
container 99.8
vase 99.7
clay 99.6
earthenware 99.4
jug 99.3
pot 99.2
no person 98.3
jar 98.3
tableware 98.2
art 98.1
ceramic 98
vintage 97.7
urn 97.2
isolate 97
kitchenware 96.6
handmade 96.3
cup 96.1
cutout 95.8
carafe 95.6

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

vase 93.4
vessel 86.2
container 79.2
jar 63.3
pitcher 60.3
earthenware 57.4
cup 50.2
drink 47.6
ceramic ware 45.6
utensil 36.6
beverage 30.8
coffee 30.6
jug 30.1
mug 28.9
object 28.6
breakfast 26.5
tea 25.4
pot 25.2
traditional 25
ceramics 24.5
china 23.5
brown 22.1
porcelain 20.7
morning 19.9
pottery 19.8
ceramic 19.4
hot 19.3
food 18.1
decoration 18.1
culture 18
clay 17.6
craft 17.2
liquid 16.5
handle 16.3
caffeine 15.5
close 15.4
old 15.3
single 14.8
glass 14.8
espresso 14.6
black 14.4
decorative 14.2
aroma 14.1
antique 13.9
saucer 13.6
milk 13.4
ancient 13
classical 12.4
art 12.4
closeup 12.1
table 12.1
kitchen 11.6
break 11.5
kitchenware 10.8
cups 10.8
fresh 10.5
nobody 10.1
refreshment 10
terracotta 9.9
bottle 9.8
healthy 9.5
life 9.4
still 9.2
ornate 9.2
retro 9
drinks 8.7
restaurant 8.6
ornament 8.6
herbal 8.6
spoon 8.6
gourmet 8.5
dark 8.4
heat 8.3
vintage 8.3
style 8.2
history 8.1
objects 7.8
color 7.8
empty 7.7
health 7.6
product 7.5
water jug 7.5
taste 7.4

Google
created on 2019-07-05

earthenware 97.9
Pottery 92.4
Ceramic 91.5
Vase 86.3
Serveware 84.5
Artifact 83.4
Urn 79.9
Tableware 72.6
Jug 70.1
Beige 66.6
Art 62.5
Drinkware 55.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-05

vase 96.8
pottery 92.6
earthenware 92.2
plant 85.8
ceramic 85.3
vessel 80.8
teapot 78.2
jug 78.1
kettle 68.4
urn 64.8
artifact 61.1
pitcher 55.4
ceramic ware 54.5
bowl 50.8
stoneware 17.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Milk
Pear
Milk 84.3%
Pear 73%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-05

a vase sitting on a table 42.1%
a vase sitting on a statue 29.2%
a vase sitting on top of a table 29.1%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a large vase with two handles and two handles -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-06

This image depicts an ancient-looking pottery vessel standing upright. The vessel has a bulbous body with a relatively narrow base that gently curves outward toward its widest point before tapering in again slightly as it rises. Two small, rounded handles are attached on opposite sides of the vessel at the point where the body begins to narrow, just below the shoulder. These handles appear to be designed for grasping with fingers. The neck of the vessel is short and cylindrical, extending upwards from the body and flaring out to form a simple, wide mouth with a flat lip. The pottery is a uniform pale, earthy color with subtle variations and a slightly mottled appearance that could suggest age or wear. There are no visible decorations or markings on the surface, which gives it a minimalist and utilitarian aesthetic. The background is a neutral, light gray that fades to white at the bottom of the image, focusing attention on the vessel.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-02

The image shows a large, ancient-looking earthenware pot with two handles on each side. The pot has a wide, round body that tapers slightly towards a flat base. The upper part of the pot features a flared neck that widens out into a broad, slightly outward-curving rim. The surface of the pot appears to be smooth and unglazed with a natural, earthy coloration that suggests it may be made from clay or a similar material. The pot has a simple, utilitarian design with no notable decorations or patterns. The photograph is taken against a plain, light background, highlighting the pot's shape and texture.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an ancient, weathered clay jug or vase. The vessel has a round, bulbous body and two handles on the sides, with a slightly flared opening at the top. The surface of the jug appears to be slightly rough and discolored, indicating its age and wear over time. The overall shape and design suggest this is an artifact from an ancient civilization, likely used for storage or ceremonial purposes.

Meta Llama

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

The image features a clay pot with two handles, one on each side, and a small protrusion on the front. The pot is light brown in color and has a wide base that narrows towards the top, where it opens into a small mouth. The handles are circular and attached to the sides of the pot, while the protrusion is small and rounded.

The background of the image is a gradient of blue and white, with the blue at the top and the white at the bottom. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the pot being the main focus of the image.

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

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient clay pot, characterized by its distinctive shape and features.

  • The pot is crafted from clay and exhibits a light-brown color with a rough texture.
    • It has a wide mouth at the top, which gradually narrows towards the bottom.
    • Two handles are attached to the sides of the pot, one on each side, with the left handle positioned closer to the front of the pot.
    • The right handle is slightly higher than the left handle.
    • A small indentation is visible on the front of the pot, below the middle of the pot's height.
  • The background of the image transitions from a light gray at the top to a white at the bottom, creating a gradient effect.
    • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a museum or gallery display, showcasing an artifact from ancient times.

In summary, the image features a unique and intriguing ancient clay pot, likely originating from a historical or cultural context, presented in a museum or gallery setting.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a brown clay vase with a wide body and two handles on either side of the neck. The vase has a flat bottom and a slightly curved top. The surface of the vase appears to be rough and uneven, with some areas having a reddish-brown color. The vase is placed on a white surface, possibly a table or a shelf.

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

A clay pot is displayed on a white background. The pot has a round shape with a wide, flat top and a narrow bottom. The pot has two handles on the sides, one on the left and one on the right. The pot is made of clay and has a brownish color. The pot has a smooth surface with some small cracks on it. The pot is probably an ancient artifact.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-14

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a large, ancient-looking earthenware jar.

  • Shape: The jar has a rounded body that tapers slightly towards the base and a flared neck. It features two loop handles near the widest part of the body.
  • Color and Texture: The jar is a muted, earthy color, likely the natural clay color. The surface appears to have a slightly rough texture with some variations in color, suggesting aging and possible weathering. There's a slight indentation on one side.
  • Background: The background is a soft, light gradient that fades from a pale blue to white.
  • Overall Impression: The jar has a simple, functional aesthetic, and its appearance suggests it could be an artifact from a historical era.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-14

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a light brown, earthenware-looking vase. It has a classic urn shape, widening from the base, ballooning out in the middle, and then tapering to a narrower neck with a slight flare at the lip. Two small, rounded handles are attached to the sides of the vase. The surface of the vase appears slightly rough and uneven. The vase is set against a gradient background that goes from light gray to slightly blue-gray. The lighting is soft, casting a shadow on the surface beneath the vase.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an ancient clay pottery jar. The jar has a rounded, bulbous body that tapers slightly towards the base, giving it a stable, sturdy appearance. It features two looped handles on either side, positioned symmetrically near the top of the jar. The handles are relatively small and appear to be designed for easy gripping. The jar's neck is short and slightly flared, leading to a wide, open mouth. The surface of the jar is unglazed and has a rough, textured finish, indicating it may have been handcrafted. The color of the jar is a muted, earthy tone, likely due to the natural clay material used in its construction. There is a small, circular indentation or mark on the front of the jar, which could be a result of the manufacturing process or a deliberate design element. The overall design and construction suggest that this jar might have been used for storage or transporting liquids in ancient times.