Human Generated Data

Title

Dagger Blade, Etched with Arabesques and Arabic

Date

17th century

People

-

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Stuart Cary Welch Collection, Gift of Edith I. Welch in memory of Stuart Cary Welch, 2011.523

Human Generated Data

Title

Dagger Blade, Etched with Arabesques and Arabic

Date

17th century

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Stuart Cary Welch Collection, Gift of Edith I. Welch in memory of Stuart Cary Welch, 2011.523

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-20

Weapon 97.5
Weaponry 97.5
Blade 97.5
Knife 97.5
Dagger 89.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-20

no person 99.4
one 98.7
steel 97.4
iron 95.6
weapon 94.7
metalwork 93.1
knife 92.5
wear 91.3
still life 91.2
retro 89.9
kitchenware 89.5
carpentry 89.2
wood 87.6
handle 87.4
old 87.3
vintage 87.1
tool 87.1
sword 86.3
art 85.8
dagger 85.4

Imagga
created on 2019-07-20

scabbard 100
sheath 82.4
dagger 62.2
protective covering 60.3
knife 56.5
weapon 55.5
covering 39.8
tool 30.5
object 24.9
blade 24.3
metal 23.4
close 22.3
equipment 22.1
steel 21.5
cigarette 18.5
sword 18.1
silver 17.7
closeup 16.9
danger 16.4
handle 16.2
paper 14.9
pen 14.7
black 13.8
sharp 13.3
single 13.2
metallic 12.9
tobacco 12.8
smoking 12.7
stainless 11.6
addiction 11.6
instrument 11.3
smoke 11.2
knife blade 11
work 11
dangerous 10.5
business 10.3
construction 10.3
nicotine 9.9
old 9.8
unhealthy 9.6
tools 9.5
iron 9.3
technology 8.9
filter 8.9
detail 8.9
cancer 8.8
build 8.5
cut 8.1
office 8
pencil 7.9
habit 7.9
carpentry 7.8
cutting implement 7.7
death 7.7
edge 7.7
hardware 7.7
repair 7.7
risk 7.7
health 7.6
chrome 7.5
product 7.5
center punch 7.3
home 7.2
nobody 7

Google
created on 2019-07-20

Dagger 95.8
Blade 92.9
Cold weapon 92.7
Knife 92.6
Melee weapon 73.9
Sword 69.3
Scabbard 67
Épée 60.3
Tool 55.5
Cutting tool 54.9
Sabre 53.9
Metal 51.1
Hunting knife 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-20

wall 95.5
weapon 90.5
tool 82.6
knife 79.6
melee weapon 78.9
cold weapon 77
sword 73.4
dagger 70.9
blade 67.7
minimalist 56.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 38-57
Gender Female, 52.3%
Surprised 45.4%
Disgusted 45.2%
Happy 45.4%
Calm 52.5%
Confused 45.1%
Angry 45.2%
Sad 46.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-20

a close up of a knife 75.9%
a knife with a black background 72.4%
close up of a knife 72.3%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a knife - wielding knife - wielding knife - wielding knife - wielding knife - wielding -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

The image displays an elongated, metal blade with decorative patterns engraved throughout its length. The blade tapers smoothly to a sharp point at one end. At the other end, the blade widens to connect to a short, cylindrical handgrip with rounded edges, giving the appearance of a typical hilt without any guard. The hilt has a narrower waist in the middle and expands towards the ends. The color of the handle contrasts the blade, appearing darker, possibly due to different material or aging. The background is a neutral gray, highlighting the object. Overall, the object resembles a traditional dagger or a stiletto in design.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-30

The image shows an ornate, antique-looking dagger or knife. The blade has an intricate, patterned design engraved along its length, and the hilt appears to be made of a dark, textured material. The overall appearance suggests this is an ornamental or decorative weapon, rather than a functional tool. The image is captured against a plain, gray background, allowing the focus to remain on the detailed craftsmanship of the dagger itself.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-29

The image depicts a dagger with an intricately designed blade and handle. The blade is long and narrow, featuring a pointed tip and a flat edge. It is made of metal, likely steel or iron, and has a dark gray color with a subtle sheen. The surface of the blade is adorned with intricate engravings, which appear to be a combination of geometric patterns and floral motifs. The engravings are finely detailed and add to the overall aesthetic appeal of the dagger.

The handle of the dagger is also made of metal and has a similar dark gray color to the blade. It is shaped like a rounded cylinder, with a slight tapering towards the top. The handle is decorated with a series of small, raised bumps that run along its length, giving it a textured feel. The bumps are spaced evenly apart and add a tactile element to the design.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the dagger. There are no other objects or features visible in the image, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the dagger.

Overall, the image presents a beautifully crafted dagger with a rich history and cultural significance. The intricate engravings and textured handle suggest that the dagger was created by a skilled artisan, and its durability and functionality make it a valuable tool for various purposes.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-03

The image presents a close-up view of an antique dagger, showcasing its intricate details and craftsmanship.

  • The dagger is positioned horizontally, with its blade pointing towards the right side of the image.
    • The blade is long and slender, featuring a pointed tip and a sharp edge.
    • It is made of metal, likely steel or iron, and exhibits a dark gray color with visible signs of aging and wear.
    • The surface of the blade is adorned with engravings or etchings, which appear to be a mix of geometric patterns and possibly Arabic script.
  • The hilt of the dagger is also made of metal, featuring a bulbous shape at the base and a narrower, tapered section near the blade.
    • The hilt is attached to the blade via a small ring or collar, which is visible at the base of the blade.
    • The hilt has a worn, weathered appearance, suggesting extensive use over time.
  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the dagger.
    • The lighting in the image is soft and even, with no harsh shadows or reflections that might distract from the subject.

In summary, the image showcases an antique dagger with a distinctive design and intricate engravings on its blade. The dagger's hilt is made of metal and features a bulbous shape, while the background is a plain gray color that helps to emphasize the details of the dagger.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a silver dagger with an ornate design on its blade. The dagger has a long, narrow blade with a pointed tip, and a small, round pommel at the end of the handle. The blade is decorated with intricate engravings, including geometric patterns and what appears to be a floral design. The handle of the dagger is made of silver and has a simple, unadorned design. The dagger appears to be old and worn, with some scratches and discoloration on its surface.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image features a dagger that appears to be made of silver. It has a long blade with a sharp edge and a pointed tip. The handle of the dagger is made of silver and has a cylindrical shape with a decorative pattern. The dagger is placed on a gray surface, which could be a table or a shelf. The dagger appears to be an antique piece, possibly from a historical period.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

The image displays an antique jambiya dagger, a traditional curved dagger from the Middle East and South Asia. The dagger is laid flat on a light gray surface that provides a plain background, which emphasizes the details of the dagger itself.

The dagger features a metal hilt with a bulbous end, tapering to a narrower grip section. A ring-like feature separates the grip from the base of the blade, which widens to a rectangular guard. The blade is long and slender, sharply pointed, and covered in an intricate, almost lace-like, filigree design. The metal appears to have a dark, tarnished finish, suggesting age and potential wear.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a close-up of a dagger, possibly antique. The dagger has a silver color with some oxidation, suggesting it might be made of metal like steel. The handle of the dagger has a bulbous, flared design, suggesting the handle shape, with a noticeable cross-guard. The blade of the dagger is long and slender, coming to a sharp point. The blade is decorated with intricate floral or arabesque patterns, giving the dagger a decorative and potentially ceremonial appearance. The dagger is set against a plain, light gray background.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a historical dagger with intricate detailing. The dagger has a long, slender blade that tapers to a sharp point. The blade appears to be made of metal and features ornate engravings along its length, which might be decorative patterns or possibly inscriptions. The handle is also elaborately designed, with a bulbous pommel and a textured grip, likely intended for a firm hold. The overall craftsmanship suggests that this dagger could be of significant cultural or historical value, possibly from a period when such weapons were both functional and decorative items.