Human Generated Data

Title

Small Circular Bowl or Cup with Lotus Decor

Date

11th-early 12th century

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Shirley Nye in memory of Warren E. Cox, 1999.334.31

Human Generated Data

Title

Small Circular Bowl or Cup with Lotus Decor

Date

11th-early 12th century

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Shirley Nye in memory of Warren E. Cox, 1999.334.31

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-17

Porcelain 97.8
Pottery 97.8
Art 97.8
Bowl 78.5
Saucer 78
Food 76.6
Home Decor 61
Linen 61

Clarifai
created on 2019-04-17

pottery 99.3
ceramic 97.6
dishware 97.1
tableware 96.8
round out 95.5
isolate 95.3
empty 95.3
food 95
desktop 94.9
dish 93.2
flatware 93
decoration 92.4
porcelain 92.2
one 91.7
no person 91.4
container 91
round 88.9
plate 87.5
art 87.1
bowl 86.9

Imagga
created on 2019-04-17

relief 36.9
globe 24.1
earth 23.1
ball 20.3
coin 20.1
circle 18.9
money 18.7
planet 18.6
design 18
currency 18
bowl 17
china 15.6
global 15.5
graphic 14.6
decoration 14.5
art 14.5
finance 14.4
financial 14.3
porcelain 14.2
ceramic ware 14
sphere 13.8
element 13.2
round 13
cash 12.8
light 12
space 11.6
coins 11.6
utensil 11.1
glass 10.8
circular 10.7
creative 10.6
one 10.5
cloud 10.3
icon 10.3
shiny 10.3
cover 10.2
3d 10.1
decorative 10
wealth 9.9
ellipse 9.9
world 9.8
silver 9.7
decor 9.7
business 9.7
conceptual 9.7
object 9.5
map 9.5
form 9.3
black 9.1
backdrop 9.1
bank 9
associated 8.9
association 8.9
kitchenware 8.8
definition 8.8
food 8.8
symbol 8.8
advertise 8.8
advertisement 8.7
advertising 8.6
close 8.6
old 8.4
science 8
moon 8
geography 7.7
exchange 7.6
economy 7.4
gold 7.4
swirl 7.4
banking 7.4
shape 7.4
meal 7.3
metal 7.3
shadow 7.2
idea 7.1

Google
created on 2019-04-17

Dishware 93.4
Plate 89.5
Platter 80.1
Tableware 79.8
Ceramic 68.5
Serveware 66.1
Circle 62.4
Saucer 57.8
Bowl 54.6
Porcelain 51.8

Microsoft
created on 2019-04-17

indoor 91.6
white 88.4
ceramic ware 65.4
stoneware 25.1
porcelain 6.9
art 6.9
design 5.1
museum 4.5
light 3.5
ceramic 3.3
circle 3.1
marble 2.2
ball 2.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Egg

Clarifai

Platter

AWS Rekognition

Egg 76.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-04-17

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-04-17

a white plate 40%
a close up of a white plate 39.8%
a white bowl on a table 29.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a white bowl with a flower design on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

bowl with a flower design

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts a simple, round ceramic bowl. The bowl has a light, almost ivory color and features a subtle engraved or embossed design on the interior. This design appears to be floral or botanical, with flowing lines and shapes reminiscent of leaves or petals. The bowl has a slightly rustic appearance, with a few small imperfections and a worn rim, suggesting it may be handcrafted or of historical significance. The background is a plain, neutral gray, allowing the bowl to be the main focus of the image.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-19

The image shows a round ceramic bowl with what appears to be a cream or light beige glaze. The bowl is photographed from a top-down perspective, displaying its interior. The most distinctive feature is the incised decoration on the inner surface of the bowl. The motif includes stylized floral patterns or vegetal designs, with a large, central leaf or petal shape surrounded by swirling lines and smaller leaf-like elements that give a sense of organic, natural movement.

The bowl has a simple, slightly rounded rim, and the interior surface is smooth, aside from the incised decoration. The appearance of the glaze and the style of the decoration suggest that this could be an example of traditional ceramic art, potentially with origins in East Asian pottery, which is known to commonly use incised floral motifs. The overall condition looks good, with no visible cracks or chips on the inside, though there could be some slight unevenness or wear on the rim that typically occurs from use or the firing process.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This is a ceramic bowl with a light, creamy white glaze, likely from the Song Dynasty period in China. The bowl features delicate incised decorations on its interior, showing a floral or botanical motif with what appears to be leaves and flowing vine-like patterns. The carving technique used to create these designs is subtle yet elegant, typical of Song Dynasty ceramics. The bowl has a simple, refined form with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic that was highly valued during this period. The glaze has a soft, matte finish characteristic of certain Chinese ceramics from this era. The piece exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship and understated beauty that Chinese potters were known for during this time.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-27

This is a ceramic bowl or dish with a light cream or white colored glaze. The interior features delicate carved or incised floral designs with sweeping curves and what appears to be a flower or leaf motif. The piece appears to be made in an Asian style, possibly Chinese or Korean, with clean lines and subtle decoration. The bowl has a simple, elegant form with smooth sides that curve up from the base. The decoration is understated but artful, with the design elements appearing to flow naturally across the interior surface. The piece looks to be quite old, with some slight discoloration or aging visible in the glaze.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-19

The image shows a ceramic bowl or dish with a decorative pattern engraved or carved into the surface. The pattern appears to consist of floral or leaf-like shapes arranged in a radial design. The bowl has a light cream or off-white color, and the surface shows some signs of aging or wear, such as small spots or discoloration. The bowl has a simple, round shape without any handles or additional decorative features.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image presents a close-up view of a white ceramic bowl, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship. The bowl's interior features a delicate floral pattern, with a central flower surrounded by curved lines that evoke the shape of leaves or stems. The pattern is rendered in a subtle relief, adding texture and depth to the overall design.

The bowl itself appears to be made of a high-quality ceramic material, with a smooth and even finish that suggests careful attention to detail in its construction. The white color of the bowl provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the floral pattern, allowing the viewer's eye to focus on the intricate details of the design.

The background of the image is a solid gray color, which helps to isolate the bowl and draw attention to its features. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the bowl's beauty and craftsmanship taking center stage.

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

The image features a ceramic bowl with a light beige color and a floral design on its interior. The bowl's exterior is not visible, as it is depicted from the top down. The floral design consists of a central flower with five petals, surrounded by leaves and stems that are embossed into the surface. The bowl has a rough texture, indicating it may be handmade or have an uneven glaze. The background of the image is a solid gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo or part of an online catalog. Overall, the image showcases the unique design and craftsmanship of the ceramic bowl.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a white ceramic bowl with a smooth, glossy finish. The bowl has a round shape with a slightly curved rim. The interior and exterior of the bowl are decorated with intricate floral patterns. The patterns appear to be carved or incised into the surface of the ceramic, creating a delicate and elegant design. The floral motifs are composed of petals and leaves, arranged in a symmetrical and balanced composition. The overall aesthetic of the bowl is refined and sophisticated, suggesting that it is a piece of fine craftsmanship. The bowl is placed on a neutral, gray background, which helps to highlight the details of the ceramic and its decorative patterns.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a white ceramic bowl with a floral design. The bowl is placed on a gray background. The bowl is round and has a slightly curved edge. The floral design on the bowl is intricate and detailed, with petals and leaves arranged in a symmetrical pattern. The bowl appears to be made of porcelain, a type of ceramic material known for its smooth, glossy surface.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-04

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows an overhead view of a round, shallow bowl. The bowl is a soft, creamy off-white color with a subtle, slightly textured surface.

Inside the bowl, there is a delicate etched design. It includes what appears to be a stylized flower or plant with several slender petals or leaves. Around the flower, there are curving, flowing lines that suggest vines or perhaps the movement of water. The design is subtle, created by lightly incising the surface of the bowl.

The background is a muted gray, providing a neutral backdrop that highlights the bowl's color and design. The lighting is soft and even, revealing the bowl's texture and the details of the etched pattern.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-04

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a ceramic bowl, viewed from directly above, against a plain gray background. The bowl is a light cream or off-white color. The interior of the bowl features incised or carved floral designs. A five-petaled flower-like shape is prominently placed on one side, while the rest of the design appears to be composed of flowing, curved lines, possibly representing leaves or vines. The rim of the bowl has a slightly darker, possibly aged, appearance. The overall impression is one of delicate craftsmanship and a simple, elegant design.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a ceramic bowl with a delicate, off-white glaze. The bowl has a circular shape with a slightly raised rim. The interior of the bowl features intricate carved designs, which include stylized floral or leaf patterns. The carvings are subtle and appear to be shallowly incised into the surface of the bowl. The overall aesthetic is minimalistic and elegant, suggesting that it might be a piece of traditional or historical ceramic art, possibly of Asian origin. The bowl is set against a plain, neutral background, which emphasizes its delicate craftsmanship and design.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

This image shows a ceramic bowl with a plain, off-white glaze. The bowl features an intricate embossed design on its interior surface, consisting of swirling, organic shapes that resemble stylized leaves and branches. The design is centered and evenly distributed, creating a balanced aesthetic. The rim of the bowl is smooth and rounded, with a slightly darker, earthy tone at the edge, which contrasts with the lighter glaze of the bowl's interior. The background is a muted gray, which helps to highlight the bowl's details and texture.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

This image depicts a ceramic bowl with a subtle, off-white glaze. The bowl features an embossed floral design, likely depicting a lotus flower with several leaves and stems extending gracefully. The design is intricately detailed, with the petals and leaves showing clear, raised patterns. The bowl's rim is slightly thickened, and the overall surface has a smooth, matte finish with some minor imperfections and small dark spots visible. The craftsmanship suggests a traditional style, possibly of East Asian origin, given the lotus motif which is commonly found in such regions. The bowl is displayed against a neutral gray background, which helps to highlight the delicate design and the subtle variations in the glaze.