Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 12, Suma

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, 1985.352.12.C

Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 12, Suma

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, 1985.352.12.C

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-28

Envelope 89.4
Text 84
Mail 81.1
Page 71
Postcard 66.8
Texture 56.8
Paper 56.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

dirty 99.9
parchment 99.9
retro 99.8
antique 99.8
paper 99.8
worn 99.7
old 99.4
cardboard 99.3
ancient 99.2
empty 99.2
sepia pigment 99.1
rough 98.7
soil 98.6
sepia 98.5
page 98.5
messy 98.2
canvas 97.7
obsolete 97.7
rusty 97.1
tattered 95.4

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

antique 73.3
vintage 73
aged 71.7
parchment 69.3
old 68.5
paper 68.5
ancient 65.1
card 64.2
retro 59.2
decay 59.1
wallpaper 56.1
canvas 55.2
empty 55.2
aging 54.9
document 53.1
stained 50.2
cardboard 50.1
rough 49.4
dirty 49
blank 47.3
burnt 46.8
grunge 45.3
book 45
torn 44.7
texture 44.6
notebook 44.5
sheet 44.3
letter 44.2
text 43.8
stain 43.4
backgrounds 42.3
pages 42.1
weathered 40
obsolete 38.5
age 37.3
messy 36.9
brittle 35.6
poster 35.1
spotted 34.8
scrolls 34.6
letterhead 34.5
correspondence 34.4
burning 33.9
layers 33.9
history 33.2
note 33.2
material 29.6
border 29
crumpled 26.3
worn 24
damaged 23.9
stains 23.4
wall 23.2
grime 22.5
grain 22.2
space 21.8
fracture 21.5
grungy 20.9
ragged 20.5
frame 20.2
old fashioned 20
brown 19.9
stucco 19.8
pattern 19.2
historic 18.4
tracery 18.4
spot 18.3
page 17.7
crease 17.7
textures 17.1
manuscript 16.7
mottled 16.6
structure 16.6
journal 16.3
surface 15.9
crack 15.6
rusty 15.3
design 14.7
faded 14.6
art 14.4
decorative 14.2
backdrop 14.1
graphic 13.9
broad 13.8
succulent 13.7
textured 12.3
tattered 11.9
dirt 10.5
materials 9.8
artistic 9.6
yellow 9.3
cover 9.3
paint 9.1
distressed 8.9
sepia 8.8
rust 8.7
color 8.4
map 7.9
shabby 7.9
beige 7.7
detailed 7.7
fiber 7.7

Google
created on 2022-05-28

Rectangle 87.2
Handwriting 76.9
Font 75.9
Parallel 73.4
Vellum 70.7
Paper 69.7
Paper product 67.7
Pattern 61.7
Beige 61.6
Document 59.3
Slope 58.1
Mail 57
Letter 56.4
Notebook 50.9

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-28

text 99.4
handwriting 92.8
letter 88.8
beige 65
cement 53.3
concrete 44

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Envelope

Clarifai

Envelope 56.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

paintings art 88.6%
beaches seaside 5.1%
interior objects 2.7%
streetview architecture 1.5%
food drinks 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-28

a person sitting on the side of a building 26.9%

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 scroll with red ink on the top and a red stamp on the bottom

OpenAI GPT

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

The image is a photograph of an old piece of paper or scroll with Japanese calligraphy on it. The paper appears aged, with a yellowish tint and faded spots indicative of wear over time. There is vertical Japanese writing on the left and right sides of the paper, and additional text is written in the center. Near the bottom center, there is a red seal stamp. The entire document exhibits a traditional and historical aesthetic, suggesting it may be a document or artwork of cultural significance.

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

This image is of a historical document featuring handwritten calligraphy in Japanese. The paper has an aged, textured appearance with yellowish tones indicative of significant age. The text is arranged vertically, in columns, as is traditional in Japanese writing. There are two primary columns of writing near the center and right side of the page, and additional text on the left edge. A red seal or stamp appears prominently towards the bottom right of the document. The layout suggests this might be an official or ceremonial text, such as a letter, manuscript, or record.

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 seals. The text is written vertically and appears to be in an elegant, traditional style. The background has a worn, parchment-like texture, suggesting this is an aged document. There are no human faces or identifiable individuals visible in the image.

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

This appears to be a page from an ancient East Asian manuscript or document, likely Japanese given the style of calligraphy. The image shows vertical columns of black characters written on aged, beige-colored paper. There's a red seal or stamp mark visible near the bottom of the text, which was commonly used as an official mark or signature in historical Asian documents. The paper shows some aging and discoloration around the edges, suggesting this is a historical document. The text appears to be written in a formal calligraphic style, with characters of varying sizes arranged in neat vertical columns reading from right to left, as is traditional in classical East Asian writing.

Meta Llama

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

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

The paper is yellowed and has a rough texture, with visible creases and stains. The writing on the left side of the paper is vertical, while the writing on the right side is horizontal. The text appears to be handwritten in black ink, with some characters partially obscured by the stains on the paper.

A red stamp is located at the bottom center of the paper, featuring a square shape with vertical lines inside. The stamp is surrounded by a small border of red ink.

The background of the image is white, suggesting that the paper is being displayed against a plain backdrop. Overall, the image conveys a sense of age and authenticity, with the worn paper and handwritten text evoking a sense of history and tradition.

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

This image is a Japanese scroll with black and red ink on a beige background. The text is written in Japanese calligraphy, with some characters appearing to be more formal or decorative than others. The overall appearance of the scroll suggests that it may be an ancient or historical document, possibly from the Edo period (1603-1868) or earlier.

The beige background of the scroll has a rough texture, giving it a sense of age and wear. The black ink used for the text is bold and expressive, with varying line widths and styles that add to the overall aesthetic of the piece. The red ink used for the seal or stamp at the bottom of the scroll adds a pop of color and creates a sense of contrast with the rest of the image.

Overall, this image appears to be a valuable historical artifact that provides insight into Japanese culture and history. Its beauty and significance make it a fascinating object to study and appreciate.

Amazon Nova

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

The image appears to be an old piece of paper or parchment with Japanese text written on it. The text is written in a vertical format, which is typical of Japanese calligraphy. The paper has a yellowish hue and appears to be aged, with some stains and discoloration visible. The text is written in black ink, and there are a few red stamps or seals present on the paper.

The text on the paper appears to be a poem or a quote, and it is written in a poetic style. The words are arranged in a way that creates a visual pattern, with some words positioned in the center and others on the sides. The paper has a slightly curled edge, suggesting that it may have been folded or rolled at some point.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of history and tradition, with the old paper and Japanese text evoking a sense of cultural heritage and artistic expression. The use of red stamps or seals adds a touch of elegance and formality to the piece, suggesting that it may have been created for a special occasion or as a work of art.

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

The image shows a piece of paper with writing on it. The paper appears to be old and worn, with a beige color and some stains. The writing on the paper is in a foreign language, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The writing is in black ink and appears to be handwritten. There is a red square in the middle of the paper, which may be a stamp or a seal. The paper is folded in half, with the writing on the front and back sides. Overall, the image shows a piece of paper with writing on it, possibly a document or a letter, that has been folded and worn over time.

Google Gemini

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

The image is a rectangular, cream-colored piece of paper or parchment with Japanese text and a red stamp printed on it. The paper has a slightly rough texture and some minor imperfections, suggesting it may be old or handmade. The text is arranged in vertical columns and appears to be written in traditional Japanese calligraphy. The red stamp, likely a seal, is positioned near one of the columns of text. The overall composition has an aged, antique appearance.

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

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a piece of historical Asian artwork or calligraphy on a textured, aged paper. The paper has a light brown or beige tone with visible imperfections, suggesting its age.

Key Features:

  • Calligraphy: There are several columns of vertical calligraphy written in black ink. The writing appears to be in a traditional East Asian script.
  • Red Seal: A red seal or stamp is present in the lower-right of the image. This is a common feature in East Asian art and calligraphy, often used for signing or authentication.
  • Age and Texture: The paper shows signs of age with darkened edges and potential watermarks or stains. The surface has a grainy texture.
  • Composition: The composition is relatively simple. The calligraphy is focused on the center of the image.

Possible Interpretations:

Based on the elements present, this could be:

  • An older manuscript, document or letter
  • A piece of art with writing
  • A page from a book or scroll
  • A legal document or official notice

If you'd like, you can provide more detail or ask me to focus on a specific aspect.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows an old, yellowed piece of paper with Japanese text written in traditional vertical columns. The text appears to be handwritten in black ink, and it is arranged in three columns: one on the left side, one in the center, and one on the right side of the paper. The paper has a worn and aged appearance, with some visible stains and discoloration.

In the bottom center of the paper, there is a red stamp or seal with intricate designs and characters, which is likely a signature or official mark. The edges of the paper show signs of wear and tear, indicating that it is quite old. The overall condition suggests it could be a historical document, possibly a letter, certificate, or official record.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

The image appears to be an old document or letter written in Chinese. The paper is aged, with a yellowish tint and visible signs of wear and tear, including some discoloration and possible tears or creases. There is a red seal stamp at the bottom right, which is often seen on official documents in East Asian culture. The text is written in vertical lines, with some characters appearing larger and more prominent, possibly indicating titles or important information. The overall appearance suggests that this document is quite old, possibly historical in nature.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

This image appears to be an old, aged piece of paper with some writing and a red stamp. The paper has a yellowish-brown tint, indicative of its age, and shows signs of wear and tear, including creases, stains, and possible water damage. The writing is in vertical columns, which is typical of traditional East Asian scripts, possibly Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. The red stamp at the bottom right corner is a common feature in such documents, often used as a seal or signature. The overall condition of the paper suggests it might be an antique or a historical document.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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