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Human Generated Data

Title

Scissor Extinguisher

Date

c. 1710 -1720

People

Artist: Henricus Boelen II, American 1697 - 1755

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of David Berg, 1999.306.15

Human Generated Data

Title

Scissor Extinguisher

People

Artist: Henricus Boelen II, American 1697 - 1755

Date

c. 1710 -1720

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Bequest of David Berg, 1999.306.15

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-02-18

Blade 91
Weapon 91
Weaponry 91
Shears 63.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-28

no person 99
old 96.4
isolated 96
one 95.5
antique 94.9
retro 92.2
cutout 91.3
steel 90.5
wear 89.4
still life 88.7
equipment 85.4
wood 85
indoors 83.4
carpentry 82.6
safety 79.2
rusty 77.6
family 77.4
tool 76.5
hand tool 75.5
ancient 75.1

Imagga
created on 2022-02-18

protractor 48.6
slide fastener 45.2
drafting instrument 42.2
metal 41.8
instrument 39.8
steel 39.3
fastener 38
security 34.9
tool 34.1
device 33.7
lock 32.8
restraint 29.1
key 26.7
padlock 23.7
equipment 23.4
close 22.3
protection 19.1
object 19
safety 18.4
scissors 18.4
silver 16.8
secure 16.4
chrome 15.1
single 14
open 13.5
symbol 13.5
safe 13.4
wrench 13
hacksaw 12.7
handle 12.4
iron 12.2
closeup 12.1
saw 12
metallic 12
work 11.8
business 11.5
repair 11.5
cut 10.8
fix 10.7
stainless 10.7
strength 10.3
hand tool 10.1
bank 9.9
locked 9.8
unlock 9.8
access 9.8
protect 9.6
home 9.6
door 9.5
shiny 9.5
finance 9.3
banking 9.2
old 9.1
idea 8.9
spanner 8.8
repairing 8.8
keys 8.8
solution 8.6
money 8.5
studio 8.4
sign 8.3
sharpener 8.2
gold 8.2
currency 8.1
knife 7.7
closed 7.7
construction 7.7
tag 7.7
tools 7.6
savings 7.5
retro 7.4
note 7.3
success 7.2
concepts 7.1

Google
created on 2022-02-18

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-18

wall 98.6
weapon 97.6
indoor 95.1
knife 84.3
cold weapon 81.5
melee weapon 79.3
blade 71.6
tool 70.8
handgun 67.1
dagger 65.3
sword 57.3
shotgun 55.3
tan 55.2
hunting knife 53.4
utility knife 53.3
everyday carry 50.6
old 49.8
dirty 26.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Scissors

Clarifai

Scissors

AWS Rekognition

Scissors 91%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-02-18

paintings art 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-02-18

a large pair of scissors 27.8%

Clarifai

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

a rare antique iron with a hammered finish.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a pair of scissors and a pair of scissors

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image depicts a vintage pair of silver candle snuffers, which were used to trim wicks and extinguish candles. The tool features scissor-like handles for operation, but instead of traditional blades, it has specially shaped elements designed for handling candle wicks. The snuffer includes a rounded, enclosed section with the engraved initials "EB" on one side, which likely acted as a receptacle for the trimmed wick to prevent debris. The silver construction suggests it could be an antique or artisanal piece, designed for functional yet elegant use.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a vintage or antique silver-plated tool, often referred to as a candle wick trimmer or wick snuffer. It resembles a pair of scissors with two finger rings for gripping, but instead of a typical scissor blade, it has a specialized design. One end features a small, rounded cup or box with a flat edge and a lid, which is used to catch and hold trimmed candle wick trimmings. Engraved on the side of this part are the initials "EB." The opposite end has a pointed tool, resembling a small blade or snuffer, used for trimming the wicks or extinguishing a candle flame. This tool combines functionality with an elegant, intricate design typical of a bygone era, when trimming wicks preserved the candle's burning quality and prevented smoking.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows an old, antique pair of scissors. The scissors appear to be made of metal, with a worn and aged appearance. The handles of the scissors are curved, and there is a small round object attached to the top of the scissors, which appears to have the initials "EB" engraved on it. The scissors have a utilitarian, functional design, suggesting they were likely used for practical purposes in the past.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This is an antique pair of candle snuffers, which were used to trim and extinguish candle wicks. The tool is made of silver or silver-plated metal and appears to have the initials "EB" engraved on it. It has a scissor-like design with two handles and a dome-shaped cap on one blade that would cover the flame to extinguish it. The snuffers show signs of age and patina, giving them a worn, vintage appearance. These types of tools were commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries before modern lighting became widespread.

Meta Llama

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

The image shows a pair of antique silver scissors with an engraved monogram "EB" on the handle. The scissors are positioned horizontally across the center of the image, with the handles on the left side and the blades on the right. The scissors appear to be made of silver and have a worn, aged look, with visible signs of use and wear.

The scissors have a unique design, with a curved handle that fits comfortably in the hand. The blades are straight and have a pointed tip, suggesting that they were used for cutting or trimming small objects. The monogram "EB" is engraved on the handle, indicating that the scissors may have been owned by someone named EB.

Overall, the image suggests that the scissors are a valuable and historic item, possibly dating back to the 18th or 19th century. They may have been used by a craftsman, surgeon, or other professional who required precise cutting tools. The presence of the monogram adds a personal touch to the image, suggesting that the scissors may have been a cherished possession of someone named EB.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a pair of antique scissors with a distinctive design. The scissors are positioned horizontally, with the blades facing to the right. They have a long, thin handle and a circular finger hole at the end. The blades are curved and have a pointed tip. A small, round knob is located near the pivot point where the blades meet.

On the top blade, the letters "E" and "B" are engraved in an elegant, serif font. The scissors appear to be made of metal, possibly silver or brass, and have a worn, aged appearance. The background of the image is a plain, off-white color, which helps to highlight the details of the scissors.

Overall, the image suggests that the scissors are an antique or vintage item, possibly used for a specific purpose such as cutting fabric or paper. The engraving on the blade adds a touch of elegance and sophistication, making the scissors a unique and interesting artifact.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features a vintage pair of scissors with a unique design. The scissors have two handles, one of which is slightly larger and more rounded, while the other is smaller and more pointed. The handles are made of silver and have a worn and tarnished appearance, suggesting that they are quite old. The scissors also have a small, rounded piece of metal attached to the larger handle, which appears to be a decorative element. The image is set against a plain white background, which helps to highlight the details of the scissors.

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

The image shows a pair of antique scissors with a unique design. The scissors have two handles, each with a small hole in the middle, and two blades that meet at the tip. The blades are made of metal and have a shiny surface. The handles are made of a different material, possibly wood or plastic, and have a textured surface. The scissors are placed on a white surface, possibly a table or a piece of paper.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-02

Here's a description of the image:

The image features an antique-looking surgical instrument, likely a tool used in the past for medical procedures. It appears to be made of silver or a similar metal and is set against a plain, light-colored background. Here's a breakdown:

  • Design: The instrument has a scissor-like structure with finger loops at one end, and a pointed, elongated tip at the other. The instrument also has a half-dome shaped component, possibly a reservoir or chamber.
  • Construction: The instrument is likely constructed from a single metal. The metal has a tarnished, aged appearance.
  • Details: The instrument has some decorative elements, like bands and a raised button. It also appears to have the initials "E B" engraved into the half-dome shaped component.
  • Overall Impression: The image gives the impression of a historical medical tool. Its design is likely specific to certain medical procedures of the past.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-02

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows an antique silver or pewter object with the shape of scissors on one end and a domed, hollow shape attached to a pointed end on the other side. The scissors have round finger holes. The hollow shape has the letters "EB" engraved on the side facing the viewer. The object is tarnished and appears old. It sits on a light-colored, neutral surface.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a pair of antique scissors with an attached candle snuffer. The scissors have a traditional design with two circular finger loops for handling. The blades are relatively short and appear to be made of metal, showing signs of age and use. Attached to one side of the scissors is a cylindrical candle snuffer, which is a device used to extinguish candle flames safely. The snuffer has a conical shape designed to fit over the flame of a candle.

The scissors and snuffer combination is a multi-purpose tool, likely used in the past for both cutting threads or fabric and extinguishing candles. The metal surface shows some tarnish and wear, indicating it is an older item. The initials "EB" are engraved on the snuffer, which might suggest it was a personal item or a gift. The overall design and craftsmanship suggest it is a historical or antique piece, possibly from the 18th or 19th century.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-28

The image shows a pair of vintage scissors with a distinctive design. The scissors have a metallic finish and feature an ornate, curved handle on the right side. The right handle is rounded and prominently displays the initials "EB" engraved on it. The left handle is more traditional in shape, with a circular opening. The blades of the scissors are partially open, revealing their sharp edges. The overall aesthetic suggests that these scissors are not only functional but also decorative, possibly meant for ceremonial or formal use. The material appears to be silver or a silver-like metal, giving it a classic and elegant appearance.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-28

This is an antique silver object, likely a pair of snuffers or scissors. The object has a long, narrow handle with two circular finger loops at one end and a dome-shaped head at the other end. The head has the initials "E B" engraved on it. The object appears to be made of silver and has some signs of age and use, such as tarnishing and wear. The design suggests it could be a decorative or functional piece from a historical period.

Text analysis

Amazon

EB

Google

E B
E
B