Human Generated Data

Title

Album of Iconographic Drawings of the Esoteric Buddhist Pantheon (Shingon sect)

Date

18th century

People

-

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Robert Treat Paine, 1972.86.14

Human Generated Data

Title

Album of Iconographic Drawings of the Esoteric Buddhist Pantheon (Shingon sect)

Date

18th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Robert Treat Paine, 1972.86.14

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-23

Text 94
Human 86.1
Drawing 75.4
Art 75.4
Doodle 58
Label 58
Page 57.8
People 57
Envelope 56.6
Mail 56.6
Scroll 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-23

retro 99.4
paper 98.9
ancient 98.9
parchment 98.5
art 98.4
old 97.6
illustration 97.5
antique 97.4
chalk out 96.7
vintage 96.4
wear 96.2
people 96.2
cardboard 95.9
painting 95.9
artistic 95.8
man 95.5
dirty 93.6
one 93.3
no person 92.9
design 92.7

Imagga
created on 2020-04-23

vintage 50
old 43.3
paper 40.9
grunge 39.2
texture 38.3
retro 37.7
antique 36.4
frame 30.1
pattern 29.4
design 28.2
floral 26.4
art 25.5
map 23.6
border 23.5
card 23.1
wallpaper 23
aged 22.7
empty 22.4
drawing 21.7
document 21.4
dirty 20.8
ancient 20.8
representation 20.5
page 20.4
decorative 19.2
parchment 19.2
rough 19.2
canvas 19
cover 18.5
notebook 18.3
stucco 17.4
decoration 17.4
sheet 16.9
letter 16.5
blank 15.4
backgrounds 15.4
flower 15.4
aging 14.4
grungy 14.2
textured 14
brown 14
text 14
sketch 13.8
cardboard 13.5
material 13.4
graphic 13.2
burnt 12.6
style 12.6
leaf 12.5
element 12.4
backdrop 12.4
paint 11.8
binding 11.7
book 11.3
heraldry 11.2
foliage 11.1
torn 10.7
invitation 10.6
creative 10.6
worn 10.5
scroll 10.5
artistic 10.4
banner 10.1
handkerchief 10.1
envelope 10
gold 9.9
manuscript 9.8
pages 9.8
decor 9.7
stained 9.6
atlas 9.6
textures 9.5
color 9.5
swirl 9.2
ornate 9.2
silhouette 9.1
certificate 8.8
fabric 8.8
symbol 8.8
stain 8.7
wall 8.6
label 8.5
stamp 8.2
piece of cloth 8
menu 7.9
sepia 7.8
ornament 7.8
space 7.8
decay 7.7
rustic 7.7
damaged 7.6
sign 7.5
traditional 7.5
classic 7.4
greeting 7.4
wedding 7.4
business 7.3
detail 7.3
painting 7.2
history 7.2
surface 7.1

Google
created on 2020-04-23

Text 89
Art 58.1
Drawing 53.7
Illustration 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-23

text 98.3
drawing 97.3
sketch 95.5
handwriting 94.7
human face 72.7
letter 52.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-32
Gender Female, 52.2%
Fear 45%
Angry 45.2%
Confused 45.2%
Disgusted 45%
Happy 45%
Calm 48.4%
Sad 45%
Surprised 51%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Clothing
Human face

AWS Rekognition

Person 68.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-23

paintings art 87%
interior objects 11.7%

Captions

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

four buddha images on a scroll with asian writing

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a group of three chinese paintings of a man with a hat on

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-03

This image depicts a set of three intricate line drawings, each enclosed within a circular border, arranged side by side on a horizontal piece of paper that has aged to a beige color, suggesting some antiquity. The drawings feature figures adorned with detailed attire and accessories. Each figure is seated on a lotus pedestal, which is a common motif in Buddhist art, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.

The artwork is accompanied by vertical columns of Asian characters, likely providing information about the figures or the context of the artwork. The characters appear to be of an East Asian script, possibly Chinese, Japanese, or Korean.

The style of the artwork, the lotus pedestals, and the attributes held by the figures all suggest that these may be depictions of Buddhist deities or bodhisattvas, common subjects in religious art from the regions where such scripts are used. The precision of the lines and the uncolored nature of the drawings indicate that these may be used for meditative purposes, educational purposes or as templates for further artistic work, such as painting or sculpture.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a traditional East Asian religious or spiritual artwork, likely Japanese Buddhist, showing three deity figures drawn in a classical ink style. Each figure is seated in a lotus position within their own circular mandala or halo. The figures are depicted in traditional Buddhist iconographic style, with robes and various symbolic objects or mudras (hand gestures). The artwork includes Japanese text annotations around the figures. The drawing is done on what appears to be aged paper or scroll material, with a simple yet elegant line-work style typical of religious manuscript illustrations. Each deity is positioned similarly but has distinct attributes and poses, suggesting they may represent different aspects or manifestations of Buddhist teachings.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-28

This appears to be a traditional Buddhist artwork featuring three circular medallions, each containing a seated Buddhist deity or bodhisattva figure. The artwork is rendered in a delicate line drawing style on what appears to be aged paper with a beige or cream color. Each figure is seated in a lotus position on a lotus throne and has a halo behind their head. They are depicted with traditional Buddhist iconographic elements including ornate robes and various hand gestures (mudras). There are Japanese or Chinese characters written above and below each medallion. The style suggests this is likely from an East Asian Buddhist manuscript or scroll, possibly Japanese given the artistic technique used. The drawings are quite refined and precise, showing careful attention to detail in depicting the religious figures' clothing, ornaments, and symbolic attributes.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

The image shows three Buddhist deities or bodhisattvas depicted in traditional East Asian artistic style. The figures are drawn in ink on an old, parchment-like document. Each deity is shown seated in a meditative pose, surrounded by a circular frame or mandala. The figures appear to be elaborately dressed and adorned, with intricate details in their attire and accessories. The overall style and subject matter suggest this is a religious or spiritual artwork, likely of Chinese or East Asian origin.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

This image depicts a triptych of Buddhist deities, each encircled within a circle. The deities are rendered in black ink on aged paper, with Japanese characters written vertically along the left and right sides of the image.

The central deity is flanked by two others, all seated in the lotus position with their legs crossed. Each deity holds various objects in their hands, including a staff, a bell, and a flower. The deities' faces are serene, with closed eyes and subtle smiles.

The background of the image features aged paper with visible creases and discoloration, adding to the overall sense of antiquity and reverence. The presence of Japanese characters suggests that this image may be a religious or cultural artifact from Japan, possibly used for meditation or worship. Overall, the image exudes a sense of tranquility and spirituality, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty and significance of these Buddhist deities.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-24

The image depicts a piece of artwork featuring three identical circular drawings of a woman in a meditative pose, surrounded by Chinese characters. The woman is seated cross-legged on a lotus flower, with her hands in a specific position, and adorned with a crown and robes. She is surrounded by a halo, and her facial expression is serene.

The background of the image is a light brown color, with some darker brown spots and lines visible. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility, evoking a sense of calmness and serenity.

The image appears to be a traditional Chinese art piece, possibly from the Tang Dynasty or later. The use of circular drawings and the depiction of a woman in a meditative pose are common motifs in Chinese art, symbolizing the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. The presence of Chinese characters in the image suggests that it may have been created for a specific religious or cultural purpose.

Overall, the image is a beautiful representation of Chinese art and culture, and its serene atmosphere makes it a captivating and thought-provoking piece.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image shows a piece of paper with three images of a person in a sitting position. The paper is beige in color, and the images are in black and white. The person is wearing a crown and has a smiling face. The person is holding something in both hands. The paper has some text written in Chinese. The person is sitting on a lotus flower.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image appears to be an old manuscript or document featuring three circular illustrations of deities or divine figures. The illustrations are drawn in black ink on a beige or light brown background. The figures are seated in a cross-legged posture, with intricate details in their attire and accessories. The central figure holds a lotus flower and a staff, while the figures on either side hold a lotus flower and a book or scroll. The illustrations are accompanied by Chinese characters, possibly providing information or context about the deities depicted. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is an ancient or historical document, possibly related to religious or cultural practices.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

The image is a reproduction of an ancient Japanese Buddhist drawing, featuring three distinct figures, all of which are seated in a lotus position within a circular frame. The artwork is rendered in monochrome and shows a high level of detail, suggesting that it could be a woodblock print or a similar form of reproduction.

To the left, the figure is depicted with two arms, holding a lotus flower in one hand and what looks like a small tower in the other. Above the figure are the characters "轉法輪".

In the center, the figure is shown with four arms, with the upper hands holding what appears to be a bow and an arrow. The inscription above this figure is "金剛王喜龍".

To the right, the figure has six arms, each holding different objects, including what appears to be an axe, a spear, and a fan. Above this figure, it states "三大隨來菩薩".

The overall paper of the image has a vintage, aged look, with visible creases and discolorations that further attest to its age. The OCR provides additional details in Japanese, which likely correspond to titles or descriptions of the figures.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a drawing on a scroll, likely a religious artwork. It is divided into three distinct panels, each featuring a seated figure enclosed within a circular halo or nimbus. The figures appear to be Buddhist deities or bodhisattvas, based on their seated posture, hand gestures (mudras), and the presence of lotus flower supports.

Here's a breakdown of the details:

  • Overall Composition: The artwork is a triptych, meaning it's a composition in three parts. Each part is a self-contained image, yet they are designed to be viewed together.
  • Figures: The figures in each panel share a similar seated pose, which is a typical Buddhist posture. They each wear ornate headdresses and necklaces, indicating high status or divinity. The detail of hands holding objects.
  • Style: The drawing style is characterized by precise, thin lines with varying levels of shading, which is common in East Asian religious art. The use of ink on paper.
  • Labels: Each panel contains Japanese text with information.

In summary, the image is a fine example of East Asian religious art, possibly a depiction of important Buddhist figures. It is a well-preserved artifact, and the details provide valuable insights into the artistic style and iconography of the period.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-26

The image depicts three traditional Japanese illustrations of Buddhist deities, likely Bodhisattvas, each seated on a lotus flower and surrounded by a circular aureole. The illustrations are in black ink on a beige background, and each figure is adorned with intricate details.

  1. Left Illustration:

    • The deity is seated in a meditative pose, with one hand raised in a mudra (gesture) and the other resting on the knee.
    • The deity wears a crown and elaborate robes.
    • There are vertical Japanese characters on the right side of the illustration.
  2. Middle Illustration:

    • This deity is also seated in a meditative pose, holding a staff or rod in one hand and a lotus flower in the other.
    • The deity is similarly adorned with a crown and detailed robes.
    • Vertical Japanese characters are present on the right side of this illustration as well.
  3. Right Illustration:

    • The deity in this illustration is seated with multiple arms, each holding different symbolic objects such as a lotus flower, a sword, and a bow.
    • The deity wears a crown and elaborate robes, similar to the other two figures.
    • Vertical Japanese characters are present on the right side of this illustration.

Each illustration is framed by a circular aureole, which is a common motif in Buddhist art, symbolizing enlightenment or divine status. The lotus flowers on which the deities are seated are symbols of purity and enlightenment in Buddhism. The Japanese characters likely provide information about the deities or the context of the illustrations.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

The image depicts a traditional East Asian style drawing or illustration, specifically featuring three circular portraits of deities or saints. Each circle contains a figure seated in a meditative pose, adorned in traditional clothing and holding symbolic objects. The figures are surrounded by a halo-like aura, which is a common artistic element in East Asian religious art to signify holiness or divine presence.

The text beside each deity appears to be in Japanese or a similar East Asian script, providing names or titles for the depicted figures. The style of the illustration and the language suggest that this artwork may have originated from Japan or a region with a significant Japanese influence, such as Korea or China.

The figures are seated on lotus flowers, which are often used in Buddhist and Hindu art to symbolize purity and enlightenment. The objects the figures hold include items like a drum, a staff, and possibly a book or scroll, which are likely symbolic of their roles or attributes within their respective traditions.

The overall composition is serene and reverent, typical of religious or spiritual art intended for contemplation and devotion.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

This image is an illustration from a traditional Asian religious text, likely Buddhist, featuring three circular depictions of deities or bodhisattvas, each seated in a meditative pose. The style is reminiscent of East Asian religious art, possibly from Japan, China, or Korea, given the calligraphy and iconography.

Details of the Image:

  1. Three Bodhisattvas:

    • Each figure is seated in a lotus position, symbolizing meditation and enlightenment.
    • They are depicted with ornate headdresses and robes, typical of deities in Buddhist iconography.
    • Each holds different objects, which may represent specific attributes or powers associated with each bodhisattva.
  2. Circular Frames:

    • Each deity is enclosed within a circular frame, which is a common motif in religious paintings to highlight the sacredness of the figure.
  3. Calligraphy:

    • The text around the figures is written in vertical columns, which is characteristic of traditional East Asian writing.
    • The calligraphy provides additional context, possibly the names of the bodhisattvas or descriptions of their attributes.
    • The text on the left side of the image includes the characters "轉法輪" (zhuǎn fǎ lún), which translates to "turning the wheel of the Dharma," a reference to the Buddha's teaching.
  4. Background:

    • The background is a light beige or parchment color, giving the impression of an old manuscript or scroll.
  5. Additional Elements:

    • There are small details around the figures, such as floral motifs and other decorative elements, which add to the richness of the illustration.

This image is likely a page from a religious text or a scroll used for devotional purposes, showcasing the artistic and spiritual traditions of East Asian Buddhism.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

-三大隐永喜匯
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