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Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 20, The Bluebell (Asagao)

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, 1985.352.20.C

Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 20, The Bluebell (Asagao)

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, 1985.352.20.C

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Amazon
created on 2022-05-28

Text 91.4
Page 84.1
Book 79.5
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Novel 59.4
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Wood 57.9
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Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

dirty 99.9
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Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

antique 71.6
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Google
created on 2022-05-28

Rectangle 86.6
Parallel 74.5
Font 73.2
Handwriting 69.4
Paper 69.1
Vellum 69
Paper product 68.2
Pattern 60.2
Beige 59.1
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Microsoft
created on 2022-05-28

text 98.9
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letter 82.6
ivory 77.1
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tan 51.9
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Book

Clarifai

Book 84.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

paintings art 99.6%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-14

a photograph of a piece of paper with chinese writing on it

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

a chinese document with red ink and writing on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

This image is a sheet of aged paper featuring Japanese calligraphy written vertically in black ink. The text appears to be arranged in columns, with some sections on the left, center, and right. The calligraphy varies slightly in style but retains a flowing, traditional aesthetic. A red seal stamp is prominently located near the lower section of the right-side column, indicating it could be an official or artistic approval mark. The paper shows signs of wear, discoloration, and faint stains, giving it an antique appearance. There are faint decorative motifs or embossing along the vertical margin near the center of the page, resembling intricate patterns. The overall composition highlights the elegance of traditional Japanese writing and design.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image depicts an old Japanese manuscript or document. It consists mostly of a blank or faded background with some light, textured patterns, and parts where creases or discolored patches may be visible, suggesting its age or wear. Written vertically in black ink is Japanese text, with characters arranged in columns from top to bottom. There seems to be a red seal or stamp towards the bottom of the page, which is customary in traditional Japanese documents to indicate authenticity or authorship. Overall, the image gives a sense of historical importance and cultural heritage.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be an old, weathered document or scroll with Japanese calligraphy and decorative elements. The text is written in a traditional Japanese script, and there are some decorative elements, such as a dragon-like motif, visible on the document. The overall appearance suggests this is an antique or historical document, though I cannot identify any specific individuals or provide more details about the content due to the instructions provided.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

This image shows an old, worn paper or parchment document with Chinese or Japanese calligraphy and red stamp seals on it. The paper has a yellowed, aged appearance with stains and creases. The calligraphy is written vertically in black ink with an artistic, flowing style. There are decorative patterns along the left and top borders of the document. Two red stamp seals are visible, likely serving as official seals or signatures. Overall, it appears to be an important historical East Asian document, letter or decree written in a traditional calligraphic script on antique paper.

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

This appears to be a page from an ancient Japanese or Chinese document. The image shows aged, yellowed paper with vertical columns of traditional East Asian calligraphy written in black ink. There is a red seal stamp visible, which was commonly used as an official mark or signature in historical East Asian documents. Along the left and middle of the page, there are several lines of characters, and there appears to be some faint decorative patterns or designs visible as well. The paper shows signs of age with some discoloration and wear around the edges, suggesting this is a historical document of some significance.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a piece of aged, yellowed paper with Japanese writing and a red stamp.

  • The paper is rectangular in shape, with a light yellow color and visible signs of aging, including creases, stains, and tears along the edges.
    • The paper's surface is rough and textured, suggesting it may be made of rice paper or another traditional Japanese material.
    • The yellowing of the paper indicates that it has been exposed to light over time, which could have caused the ink to fade or change color.
  • There are several lines of Japanese writing on the left side of the paper, which appear to be handwritten in black ink.
    • The text is written vertically, with each line flowing from top to bottom.
    • The writing is in a traditional Japanese style, with characters that are similar to those used in modern Japanese writing systems.
  • A red stamp is located at the bottom center of the paper, featuring a design that resembles a Chinese character or symbol.
    • The stamp is rectangular in shape, with a flat top and a rounded bottom.
    • The red color of the stamp stands out against the yellowed background of the paper.
  • In the top-right corner of the paper, there is a small amount of writing in black ink, although it is not clear what it says.
    • The text is written horizontally, with each character facing to the right.
    • The writing appears to be in a different style than the text on the left side of the paper, suggesting that it may be from a different author or time period.

Overall, the image suggests that the paper is an old piece of Japanese art or document, possibly from the Edo period (1603-1868) or earlier. The yellowed color and rough texture of the paper indicate that it has been handled and stored for many years, while the red stamp and Japanese writing suggest that it may have been used for ceremonial or official purposes.

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

The image depicts a piece of aged paper with Chinese calligraphy and a red stamp. The paper is yellowed, indicating its age, and features a vertical line of Chinese characters written in black ink on the right side. A red stamp is positioned at the bottom center of the page, while additional Chinese characters are visible in the top-left and top-right corners.

The overall appearance of the image suggests that it may be a historical document or artifact, possibly from China or another country with a significant Chinese cultural influence. The use of traditional Chinese calligraphy and the red stamp adds to the image's cultural and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a single sheet of aged paper with Japanese calligraphy on it. The paper has a yellowish hue and appears to be weathered, with visible creases and stains. On the left side of the paper, there is a vertical column of Japanese characters written in black ink. These characters are neatly aligned and suggest a formal or official document. On the right side of the paper, there is another vertical column of Japanese characters, also written in black ink. These characters are also neatly aligned but are slightly smaller in size compared to those on the left side. In the center of the paper, there is a red stamp with Chinese characters, indicating that this might be a seal or stamp used for authentication or verification. The overall appearance of the paper suggests that it is an old document, possibly from the Edo period in Japan.

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

The image depicts a piece of paper that appears to be old and worn, with a yellowish hue and some stains on it. The paper has a golden border on all sides, which adds to its antique look. There are some foreign characters written on the paper, which are likely to be Chinese characters. The characters are written in black ink and are arranged in a vertical column on the left side of the paper. There is also a red seal in the middle of the paper, which adds to its authenticity. Overall, the image conveys a sense of history and tradition, with the paper serving as a reminder of a bygone era.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be an aged piece of paper, likely a manuscript or a print. The paper has a warm, yellowish-brown tone, suggesting age and possibly exposure to light or other elements. It is covered in vertical Japanese calligraphy.

Details:

  • Calligraphy: There are multiple lines of vertical Japanese calligraphy.
  • Seal: A red seal is visible at the bottom.
  • Decoration: A decorative pattern runs vertically along the left-hand side.
  • Condition: The paper shows signs of age, including discoloration, stains, and wear and tear at the edges. There may be creases and spots, adding to its antique appearance.

Style and Potential Origins:

The script and the use of a red seal suggests that it may be of Japanese origin. The manuscript looks like it's part of a long narrative.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a rectangular piece of aged paper, possibly parchment, with visible stains, discoloration, and wear. It has a textured surface and a cream or off-white color. There is writing in vertical columns on the right and left sides, likely in Japanese or Chinese characters. A decorative border pattern featuring a dragon or serpentine motif runs down the middle-left of the image. At the bottom of the central column of writing, there is a red seal.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows an aged, yellowed piece of paper with handwritten text in what appears to be traditional Chinese or Japanese characters. The paper has visible signs of wear and tear, including some stains and discoloration, suggesting it is quite old.

On the left side of the paper, there is a column of vertically written characters. Similarly, on the right side, there is another column of vertically written characters. In the center of the paper, there is a decorative border with a dragon motif, and more vertically written characters are present within this central section.

At the bottom center of the paper, there is a red seal or stamp with Chinese characters, which is typical in traditional East Asian documents to denote authenticity or ownership.

The overall appearance of the document suggests it might be a historical or official document, possibly a letter, certificate, or similar type of correspondence. The presence of the dragon motif and the seal indicates that it could have cultural or ceremonial significance.

Qwen

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

The image appears to be a vintage document or letter, possibly of historical or cultural significance. Here are some observations:

  1. Language: The text is written in what seems to be Japanese, with traditional characters (kanji).
  2. Layout: The document is formatted with a vertical alignment of text on the right side, and a smaller block of text on the left side, which might contain additional information or a reference number.
  3. Stamps and Seals: There is a red stamp or seal near the bottom center of the document, which could indicate an official endorsement or certification. The presence of a seal is often associated with formal documents.
  4. Condition: The document shows signs of aging, with visible discoloration and some stains, suggesting it has been preserved for a long time.
  5. Decorative Element: There is a subtle embossed or printed design along the left edge of the document, adding a decorative touch.
  6. Text Content: The text on the right includes what looks like a date or a reference to a specific historical event, and the text on the left might be a reference or a note.

Overall, the document looks like an official or historical record, possibly from a period when such documents were commonplace. The specific purpose of the document would require further context or translation of the text.

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

This image appears to be an old, possibly historical document or letter. It is aged and shows signs of wear, with discoloration and stains. The paper has a yellowish-brown tone, suggesting it is quite old.

There is a vertical strip on the left side with a decorative border featuring a floral or vine-like pattern. This strip contains vertical text written in what appears to be Japanese characters. The text is arranged in columns from top to bottom.

On the right side, there is a red square stamp or seal, which is common in traditional Japanese documents. The stamp is likely an official mark or signature.

The overall design and layout suggest that this could be a formal document, possibly a letter or a certificate, from a historical period in Japan. The presence of the stamp and the specific arrangement of the text indicate that it was likely an official or important document.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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