Human Generated Data

Title

Ladle with dragon-head handle

Date

early 1st-early 3rd century CE

People

-

Classification

Tools and Equipment

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, 2006.170.188

Human Generated Data

Title

Ladle with dragon-head handle

Date

early 1st-early 3rd century CE

Classification

Tools and Equipment

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, 2006.170.188

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-05

Smoke Pipe 94
Bronze 81.3
Pottery 78.2
Bowl 68.7
Meal 68.1
Food 68.1
Dish 68.1
Art 57.9
Porcelain 57.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-05

no person 98.9
one 96.5
still life 95.3
food 92.8
sculpture 92
art 91.1
museum 88.8
grow 88.7
cutout 84.8
kitchenware 80.4
bird 79.5
container 79.3
two 77.2
coffee 76.6
water 76.2
tableware 76
nature 75.2
cup 73.9
travel 71.5
retro 70.8

Imagga
created on 2019-07-05

horn 100
alarm 100
device 71.8
shell 16.2
food 15.5
brown 14.7
animal 12.8
metal 11.3
old 11.1
fruit 10.5
close 10.3
tool 9.9
slow 9.8
snail 9.7
natural 8.7
culture 8.5
garden 8.4
healthy 8.2
decoration 8
steel 7.9
black 7.8
stone 7.6
iron 7.5
home 7.2
art 7.2
wildlife 7.1
shiny 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-05

Ceramic 73.1
earthenware 58.7
Sculpture 56.5
Tableware 53.6
Metal 51.1
Art 50.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Smoke Pipe

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-05

a close up of a propeller 37%
a close up of a propeller on the ground 35.7%
close up of a propeller 32.2%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a small bowl with a bird on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-07

The image shows an ancient-looking object which seems to be a kind of ladle or scoop made of metal. The object has a deep, rounded bowl that could be used for holding or pouring liquid. The handle curves upward and elongates into a stylized, slightly flattened figure that resembles the head and neck of a bird, possibly a swan or a goose, with a beak at the end that serves as the pouring spout. The metal has a mottled appearance with variations in coloration, suggesting age or exposure to the elements. The background is plain and neutral, highlighting the artifact itself.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an ancient terracotta vessel shaped like a bird or duck. The vessel appears to be weathered and slightly discolored, suggesting it is an antique or archaeological artifact. The piece has a distinctive curved shape with a long neck and beak-like protrusion, giving it the appearance of a stylized waterfowl figure. The overall design and craftsmanship suggest this may be an interesting historical or cultural object.

Meta Llama

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

This image features a small, weathered ceramic vessel with a distinctive handle in the shape of a dragon's head. The vessel is positioned centrally in the frame, with its opening facing left and the dragon's head handle extending to the right. The vessel's body is rounded and curved, resembling a boat or a ladle, with a small lip around the edge of the opening. The surface of the vessel appears rough and worn, with visible signs of aging and wear.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the vessel. A subtle shadow is cast by the vessel on the surface below it, adding depth and dimension to the image. Overall, the image presents a simple yet striking composition that showcases the unique design and craftsmanship of the ceramic vessel.

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

The image depicts an ancient bronze vessel, likely a cup or bowl, with a distinctive curved handle resembling a bird's head. The vessel is made of bronze and features a wide, shallow body with a narrow neck and a long, curved handle that extends from the neck to the rim. The handle is shaped like a bird's head, with a small beak and a curved neck.

The vessel is positioned at an angle, with the handle pointing towards the right side of the image. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the vessel. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a product photo or a display piece, showcasing the unique design and craftsmanship of the ancient bronze vessel.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image depicts an antique, weathered ceramic vessel, possibly a bowl or a cup, resting on a plain white surface. The object has a distinct, elongated, curved handle that extends from the side of the bowl, curving upwards and backwards. The handle appears to have a stylized animal head at its end, possibly representing a mythical creature or a decorative motif. The bowl itself is wide and shallow, with a rounded base and gently sloping sides. The surface of the bowl shows signs of age, including discoloration, wear, and small cracks, indicating its antiquity.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image shows a ladle with a handle in the shape of a dragon's head. The ladle is made of metal, possibly bronze or brass, and has a dark, weathered appearance. The handle is curved and has a dragon's head at the end, with a small hole in the center of the head. The ladle is placed on a white surface, possibly a table or a shelf.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows an ancient-looking ladle, likely made from a type of metal. It has a bowl-shaped scoop with a handle that curves upwards. The handle ends in a detailed, decorative head, possibly of a dragon or a similar mythical creature. The ladle is positioned on a white background. The surface of the ladle shows signs of age, with textures and variations in color.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a rustic ladle against a plain light gray background. The ladle is made of a roughly hewn material, possibly wood or clay, and has a weathered, textured appearance. The bowl of the ladle is deep and rounded, with an uneven rim. A curved handle extends from the bowl, terminating in a carved animal head, perhaps a dragon or similar creature. The overall aesthetic is antique or primitive.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts an ancient ladle made of metal, likely bronze, with a distinctive design. The ladle has a rounded, shallow bowl with a slightly worn and tarnished surface, indicating its age and possible use over time. The handle of the ladle is curved and ends in a decorative element that resembles an animal's head, possibly a bird or a mythical creature. This decorative handle suggests that the ladle may have had ceremonial or ritualistic significance in addition to its practical use. The overall condition of the ladle, including the patina and wear, suggests it is an artifact from an ancient culture.