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Human Generated Data

Title

Vessel in the form of a mythical beast

Date

3rd-4th century

People

-

Classification

Vessels

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, 2006.170.213

Human Generated Data

Title

Vessel in the form of a mythical beast

Date

3rd-4th century

Classification

Vessels

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, 2006.170.213

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-05

Porcelain 100
Pottery 100
Art 100

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-19

pottery 99.2
sculpture 99.1
art 98.6
craft 97.7
figurine 97.6
clay 97.6
container 97.5
no person 96.6
decoration 96.2
ceramic 95.8
isolated 95.4
ancient 94.8
handmade 94.5
old 94.3
handicraft 94.1
isolate 93.9
souvenir 93.5
desktop 93.1
antique 92.3
vase 92

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

container 38.3
vase 24.8
bag 24.7
decoration 21.2
old 18.1
vessel 17.1
antique 16.7
money 16.2
jar 16.1
statue 14.3
gold 14
culture 13.7
art 13.6
metal 12.9
pot 12.6
wealth 12.6
traditional 12.5
sculpture 12.1
ornament 12.1
finance 11.8
object 11.7
decorative 11.7
religion 11.6
china 11.3
bank 10.7
brass 10.6
ancient 10.4
bronze 10.2
symbol 10.1
vintage 9.9
pottery 9.9
currency 9.9
close 9.7
wool 9.4
tradition 9.2
banking 9.2
objects 8.7
golden 8.6
holiday 8.6
coin 8.6
piggy bank 8.5
perfume 8.5
business 8.5
black 8.4
savings 8.4
dollar 8.4
jug 8.3
investment 8.2
earthenware 8.2
retro 8.2
history 8.1
purse 8
shield 7.9
jewelry 7.9
handmade 7.8
ceramic 7.7
stone 7.7
god 7.6
handle 7.6
figure 7.6
teapot 7.5
style 7.4
pitcher 7.4
brown 7.4

Google
created on 2018-04-19

stone carving 87.7
artifact 86.8
pottery 70.6
ceramic 67
carving 62.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-19

stone 29.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Sculpture

Clarifai

Sculpture 77.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

paintings art 96.7%
pets animals 3.2%
food drinks 0.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-04-19

a stone building 59.9%
a close up of a stone building 54%
a close up of a stuffed animal 28.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a vase with a frog sitting on top of a vase

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-28

a green vase with a monkey on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-02-06

This image shows a ceramic stoneware jug with a unique design that is shaped to resemble a seated figure. The figure represented by the jug is exaggerated and stylized, with an almost anthropomorphic form. The jug's surface is textured and decorated with various patterns that emulate clothing or perhaps armor, suggesting that the figure could be a warrior or a character from folklore or mythology. The color of the jug is a muted greenish tone which might be from the glaze used during the firing process. The top circular opening of the jug serves as the figure's "head," while the natural contours of the jug create the illusion of arms and legs. The jug appears to have some age to it, with noticeable wear and slight discoloration at some spots, indicative of historical or antique nature. It is difficult to identify the exact context or culture related to the design without further information, but it clearly reflects skilled craftsmanship and an imaginative aesthetic.

Anthropic Claude

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

This image depicts an unusual ceramic vessel or figurine. It appears to have a whimsical, almost fantastical design, featuring a rounded body with intricate textures and patterns. The form resembles some kind of mythical or imaginary creature, with exaggerated features like large eyes, a gaping mouth, and other organic shapes and textures. The overall impression is of a playful, imaginative, and perhaps slightly unsettling ceramic object.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a ceramic vessel or jug that appears to be designed in the shape of an owl. It's made of white or off-white clay with a glazed finish and features detailed carved or molded textures representing the owl's feathers, eyes, and general body shape. The piece has a cylindrical neck or opening at the top. The owl design is quite stylized, with distinctive raised patterns and textural elements that give it a decorative, artistic quality. The piece appears to be an example of folk art or traditional pottery, possibly antique given its style and patina. The surface shows some slight discoloration or aging, suggesting it may be a historical piece. The owl is depicted in a rounded, plump form that makes efficient use of the vessel shape while maintaining the recognizable characteristics of the bird.

Meta Llama

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

The image features a ceramic vessel with a unique design, showcasing a seated figure adorned in traditional attire. The vessel's body is crafted from light green ceramic material and boasts an intricate design, complete with a small opening at the top.

Key Features:

  • Ceramic Material: The vessel is made of light green ceramic material.
  • Seated Figure: A seated figure is depicted on the vessel, dressed in traditional attire.
  • Intricate Design: The vessel features an intricate design, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
  • Small Opening: A small opening is visible at the top of the vessel.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a visually striking ceramic vessel with a distinctive design, showcasing a seated figure in traditional attire. The use of light green ceramic material and intricate design elements contributes to the vessel's unique aesthetic.

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

The image features a ceramic vessel with a unique, bulbous shape and a wide mouth. The vessel is primarily light green in color, with darker green accents and a glossy finish. It has a small opening at the top and is adorned with various textures and patterns, including ridges, dots, and lines.

The vessel's design is reminiscent of ancient Chinese or Japanese pottery, with intricate details that suggest a high level of craftsmanship. The overall appearance of the vessel is one of elegance and sophistication, making it a beautiful addition to any room or collection.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the vessel's features and create a sense of depth and dimensionality. Overall, the image presents a stunning example of ceramic artistry, showcasing the skill and creativity of the artist who crafted this beautiful piece.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a ceramic jar with a green glaze. The jar has a cylindrical body and a rounded base. The jar is decorated with a pattern of holes and ridges. The jar also has a dragon-like creature on its body. The dragon has a long, pointed snout and sharp teeth. The dragon's eyes are large and round, and its body is covered in scales. The jar appears to be made of a type of clay that is commonly used for ceramics.

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

The image features a ceramic jar with a greenish-gray color. The jar has a unique design, with a combination of human and animal features. It has a wide, rounded body with a narrow neck and a small opening at the top. The jar has intricate carvings and patterns on its surface, which appear to be made using a carving tool. The jar is placed on a white surface, possibly a table or a shelf.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases a ceramic vessel, likely a flask or bottle, with a highly stylized and imaginative design. It's a squat, round object with a small, cylindrical neck at the top. The main body is molded to resemble a fantastical creature or monster.

Here's a breakdown of the key features:

  • Creature Design: The vessel is sculpted to look like a beast with large, bulging eyes, a wide-open mouth showing teeth and a hanging tongue, and what appear to be flipper-like arms holding something. The creature seems to be seated with its legs splayed out.
  • Surface Detail: The ceramic surface is intricately decorated. The body of the creature is covered in a pattern that may represent scales or textured skin. The arms and legs feature detailed carving, and the features of the face are also well-defined.
  • Color and Texture: The piece has a pale, greenish-gray glaze. The glaze provides a smooth finish, with possible areas of wear.
  • Overall Style: The piece has a folk-art or fantastical quality, and the level of detail suggests it could be from an older era.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a glazed ceramic vessel in the shape of a whimsical creature. The piece is predominantly light grayish-green in color and has a round, squat body with a narrow opening at the top, suggesting it may be a vase or bottle.

The creature's face is expressive, with bulging eyes, prominent nostrils, and an open mouth showing a tongue. It has textured skin and details that suggest a combination of animal and perhaps human-like features. The creature's arms are folded across its chest, with one hand holding a small round object. The body is textured with a pattern of diagonal lines and small dots.

The background is a neutral gray, which helps the details of the ceramic piece stand out. The lighting appears to be soft and even, highlighting the contours and textures of the vessel. There are signs of wear or age, such as small chips or discoloration in the glaze.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a ceramic vessel that appears to be intricately designed in the shape of a mythical creature, likely a dragon or a similar fantastical beast. The vessel is crafted with a greenish glaze, giving it an aged, antique look.

Key features of the vessel include:

  • The creature has a fierce, open-mouthed expression with detailed teeth and tongue visible.
  • The body of the vessel is textured with scales and patterns, enhancing the mythical creature's appearance.
  • The creature's eyes are prominent and appear to be bulging, adding to its fierce demeanor.
  • The top of the vessel has a narrow opening, suggesting it could be used as a container or a flask.
  • The overall craftsmanship indicates it might be an artifact or a piece of decorative art, possibly with cultural or historical significance.

The vessel's design and style suggest it could be inspired by East Asian art, where dragon motifs are common and often symbolize power, strength, and good fortune.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-24

The image shows a ceramic object that appears to be a snuff bottle. It has a distinctive design featuring a mythical creature that resembles a mythical or legendary animal, possibly a dragon or a similar mythical beast. The creature is depicted seated in a meditative or contemplative pose, with its hands clasped together. The body of the creature is adorned with intricate patterns and textures, giving it a textured and detailed appearance. The color of the ceramic is a muted greenish-tan, and the bottle has a narrow neck with a small opening. The craftsmanship suggests it is a piece of traditional or folk art, possibly originating from an East Asian culture. The overall design is both ornate and symbolic.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-24

This image shows a ceramic vessel shaped like a seated animal, possibly a bear or a similar creature. The animal has a large, open mouth with visible teeth, and its front paws are clasped together in front of its chest. The surface of the vessel is textured with patterns that resemble scales or feathers, and it has a greenish glaze. The top of the vessel opens into a small neck, suggesting it may have been used as a container or a decorative piece. The overall craftsmanship indicates it could be an antique or a traditional piece of art.