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Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 50, The Eastern Cottage (Azumaya)

Date

Muromachi period, dated 1516

People

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Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.352.50.C

Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 50, The Eastern Cottage (Azumaya)

Date

Muromachi period, dated 1516

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.352.50.C

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-28

Text 85.2
Page 70.4
Envelope 65.4
Texture 65.4
Mail 56.7
Paper 55.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

retro 99.9
dirty 99.9
parchment 99.7
sepia 99.6
antique 99.6
paper 99.5
old 99.5
worn 99.3
rusty 99
cardboard 99
empty 99
sepia pigment 98.9
rough 98.6
soil 98.4
messy 98.2
ancient 98.2
artistic 98
canvas 97.8
vintage 97
sooty 96.5

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

antique 74.3
vintage 72.1
aged 70.7
grunge 64.9
paper 64.5
parchment 64.4
old 63.5
ancient 61.5
card 54.7
texture 54.3
canvas 54.2
retro 53.4
stained 52
aging 51.9
border 51.7
blank 45.5
worn 42.1
text 42
grungy 40.9
notebook 39.3
wallpaper 36.8
decay 36.7
burnt 36
frame 35.4
torn 34.9
empty 34.4
page 34.4
space 34.2
brown 32.5
pattern 31.5
decorative 28.5
dirty 28.1
manuscript 27.5
wall 27.4
book 26.6
rough 26.5
material 25.2
document 25.1
stain 24.1
yellow 23.9
paint 23.6
crumpled 23.4
backgrounds 22.8
sheet 22.6
cardboard 22.1
weathered 21.9
grime 21.5
grain 21.3
dirt 21.1
damaged 21
art 21
burned 20.6
mottled 20.5
letter 20.2
obsolete 20.2
fracture 19.5
old fashioned 19.1
tracery 18.9
design 18.6
ragged 18.6
faded 18.5
stains 18.5
messy 18.4
color 18.4
spot 18.3
stucco 18.2
crease 17.7
pages 17.6
graphic 16.8
structure 16.6
crack 16.5
rusty 16.2
age 16.2
historic 14.7
materials 14.7
textures 14.3
poster 14.2
textured 14.1
backdrop 14
note 13.8
succulent 13.6
spotted 13.5
history 13.4
surface 13.3
letterhead 12.9
brittle 12.8
scrolls 12.8
broad 12.8
correspondence 12.7
burning 12.6
layers 12.6
journal 11.7
edge 11.6
artistic 10.4
rust 9.7
distressed 8.9
cover 8.3
painterly 7.9
smudged 7.9
beige 7.7
floral 7.7
element 7.5

Google
created on 2022-05-28

Rectangle 85.9
Font 76.7
Handwriting 73.8
Parallel 71.8
Paper 71
Paper product 68.9
Vellum 61.3
Document 60.1
Beige 59.5
Pattern 56.7
Letter 55.6
Wood 53.9

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-28

text 99.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Book

Clarifai

Book 83%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

interior objects 37.8%
paintings art 33%
streetview architecture 23.6%
beaches seaside 2%
sunrises sunsets 1.7%
food drinks 1.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-28

a close up of a building 56.3%
a close up of a person 35.9%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a chinese document with writing on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a chinese painting of a long line of writing on a piece of paper

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image features a faded piece of parchment or paper with handwritten calligraphy, seemingly in Japanese script. The calligraphy appears to be arranged vertically in three sections. The left column runs along the left side, the middle column is centered, and the right column is positioned along the right edge. The handwriting is elegant and traditional, indicative of classical Japanese calligraphic styles.

The paper shows signs of age, with discoloration, stains, and a weathered look, suggesting historical significance. Near the bottom center, there is a red rectangular seal mark, which may indicate ownership, authorship, or authenticity. The overall composition reflects an aesthetic of simplicity and intentional spacing, typical of East Asian calligraphic art.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts a piece of traditional Japanese calligraphy on aged, yellowed paper. The calligraphy is written vertically in black ink using kanji characters. There are three separate columns of text: one on the left side of the page, one in the center, and one on the right side. The central column of calligraphy is longer and contains more characters compared to the other two columns. Below the calligraphy in the center column, there is a red stamp that is characteristic of Japanese and Chinese artworks and documents, often used to authenticate or mark the piece. The paper displays signs of wear, such as stains and discoloration, adding to its antique appearance. The margins of the paper are slightly faded and the edges reveal a gold hue, suggesting it might have been part of a larger piece or decorative border.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

This image appears to be an old Japanese calligraphic work or document. It contains various Japanese characters and seals or stamps, suggesting it may be a historical or artistic piece. The overall appearance is that of an aged, yellowed parchment or paper, giving it an antique and weathered look. Without being able to identify any individuals, the image conveys a sense of cultural and historical significance through its traditional Japanese calligraphic style and format.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This appears to be a historical Japanese document or manuscript page. It features traditional Japanese calligraphy written vertically in black ink on aged, yellowed paper. The page has a light beige or cream color that has developed a patina over time. There are several columns of Japanese characters, and at the bottom, there appears to be a red seal or stamp mark, which was commonly used as an official signature or certification in historical Japanese documents. The paper shows some signs of age with slight discoloration and wear around the edges, suggesting this is likely an antique document.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a piece of aged, yellowed paper with Japanese writing on it. The paper is rectangular and has a rough texture, with visible creases and tears throughout. The edges are worn and faded, giving the impression of age.

The writing on the paper is in black ink and appears to be a combination of Kanji and Hiragana characters. The text is written vertically along the left and right edges of the paper, with some sections appearing to be more faded or worn than others. In the bottom center of the paper, there is a red stamp or seal that adds a pop of color to the otherwise muted tones of the image.

The background of the image is a plain, off-white color, which helps to highlight the texture and details of the paper. Overall, the image presents a sense of history and tradition, evoking a feeling of nostalgia and cultural heritage.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

This image depicts a piece of paper with Japanese writing on it. The paper is yellowed and has a rough texture, suggesting that it may be old or handmade. There are two vertical lines of Japanese characters written in black ink on the left side of the paper, with a red stamp at the bottom. On the right side of the paper, there is another vertical line of Japanese characters written in black ink.

The overall appearance of the paper suggests that it may be a historical document or artifact, possibly from Japan. The use of traditional Japanese characters and the rough texture of the paper add to its authenticity and cultural significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts an old, weathered piece of paper with Japanese text written on it. The paper has a yellow border along its edges, and the text is in black ink, written vertically. The text appears to be a poem or a passage from a book, and it is written in a traditional Japanese style. The paper has a worn and aged appearance, with some stains and discolorations. The image has a sepia tone, giving it an antique look.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a piece of paper that has been folded in half, with text written on both sides. The paper appears to be old and has a yellowish tint, suggesting that it has been preserved for a long time. The text is written in a foreign language, possibly Japanese or Chinese, and is arranged in a vertical format. There is a red stamp in the middle of the paper, indicating that it may have been an official document or a certificate of some kind. Overall, the image conveys a sense of history and tradition, with the paper and text serving as a reminder of a bygone era.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a piece of aged paper, likely a document or a page from a book, with Japanese characters written on it. The paper has a light beige color and shows signs of age, with a slightly mottled texture and some staining.

The text is written in black ink and appears to be calligraphy. The writing is primarily vertical, with some lines running from top to bottom. There is a red seal or stamp at the bottom of the text. Along the top, there is a smaller grouping of text. The paper has a thin gold border framing the edges. The overall impression is of an old, historical document.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image shows a rectangular sheet of parchment-like paper with a slightly worn and mottled surface. The paper has a yellowish-cream color, and it is framed by a thin, gilded border along its edges.

Vertical columns of Japanese text are written in black ink on the right and left sides of the sheet. A red seal stamp is visible near the bottom of the vertical column of text. The text is arranged vertically, typical of Japanese calligraphy. The characters are fine and precise, indicative of careful brushwork.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts an aged, yellowed piece of paper with handwritten Japanese text in black ink. The paper has a worn, antique appearance with visible creases and discoloration, suggesting it is quite old. The text is written vertically and is positioned along the left and right edges of the paper.

Here is a breakdown of the text:

  1. The text on the left side reads:

    • 高白鷺庵
    • 廿八日
    • 戊午
  2. The text on the right side reads:

  3. In the center, there is a vertical line of text that reads:

    • 遊行庵
    • 貞徳
    • 謹題
    • 芳菊
    • 芳菊
    • 芳菊
    • 芳菊
  4. At the bottom center, there is a red seal with some characters inscribed on it.

The overall appearance of the document suggests it might be a historical or cultural artifact, possibly a letter, poem, or some form of traditional Japanese writing. The red seal at the bottom center likely serves as an official stamp or signature.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image appears to be an old, worn document or letter. The paper is aged with discoloration and visible wear, indicating it is quite old. The edges of the paper are tinged with yellow, and there are some dark spots and smudges, likely due to the aging process or handling over time.

The document has some vertical text written in what appears to be Chinese or Japanese script. The text is arranged in several lines, and the characters look handwritten. There is also a red stamp or seal near the bottom right corner of the document, which is a common feature in traditional documents from East Asian cultures. The stamp likely signifies an official seal or endorsement.

The overall appearance of the document suggests it could be a historical letter, a receipt, or an official notice. The wear and the style of the text and seal make it look like something from a past era, possibly from East Asia.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

This image appears to be an old, aged piece of paper or parchment, possibly a document or a letter. The paper has a yellowish-brown tint, indicating its age and possible exposure to the elements. There are some stains and discolorations on the paper, which further suggest that it has been handled or stored for a long time.

The text on the paper is written in what looks like Chinese characters, and it is arranged in vertical columns, which is a traditional way of writing in Chinese. The characters are written in black ink, and the text appears to be in a calligraphic style. There is also a red stamp or seal at the bottom right corner of the paper, which is commonly used in Chinese documents to indicate authenticity or ownership.

Overall, the image gives the impression of an old, valuable document, possibly of historical or cultural significance.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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