Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 39, Evening Mist (Yūgiri)

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, 1985.352.39.C

Human Generated Data

Title

Backing paper from the "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō): Chapter 39, Evening Mist (Yūgiri)

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, 1985.352.39.C

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-28

Envelope 88.9
Mail 72.6
Texture 64.8
Paper 60.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

dirty 99.9
worn 99.9
parchment 99.9
retro 99.8
antique 99.8
paper 99.7
cardboard 99.4
rough 99
ancient 98.9
old 98.9
empty 98.7
sepia 98.7
messy 98.4
canvas 98.3
rusty 98.3
soil 98.2
artistic 98.1
graphic design 98
sepia pigment 97.5
mottled 95.5

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

old 58.6
vintage 57.1
antique 55.7
paper 52.6
aged 52.5
grunge 51.1
ancient 45
texture 44.5
retro 41
empty 39.5
parchment 39.4
wallpaper 37.6
dirty 36.2
rough 34.7
aging 33.6
decay 32.8
damaged 32.5
canvas 32.3
border 31.7
document 30.6
frame 30.3
blank 30
stained 29.8
stain 29.8
cardboard 29.8
sheet 29.2
material 27.8
letter 27.5
torn 27.1
weathered 25.7
card 25.2
backgrounds 25.2
crumpled 24.3
text 22.7
burnt 22.4
wall 22.3
brown 22.1
book 22.1
worn 22
structure 20.9
page 20.4
stucco 20.3
art 20.2
obsolete 20.1
grungy 19.9
pages 19.5
stains 19.5
design 18.6
pattern 18.5
messy 18.4
spot 18.2
notebook 17.9
grime 17.6
textured 17.5
surface 16.8
grain 16.6
note 16.6
space 16.3
age 16.2
ragged 15.6
fracture 15.6
faded 15.6
spotted 15.4
rusty 15.3
old fashioned 15.2
decoration 15.1
scrolls 14.8
historic 14.7
mottled 14.6
backdrop 14
tracery 13.9
brittle 13.8
history 13.4
textures 13.3
poster 13.2
letterhead 12.8
correspondence 12.7
sepia 12.6
burning 12.6
layers 12.6
graphic 12.4
artistic 12.2
envelope 12.1
broad 11.8
crease 11.8
manuscript 11.7
decorative 11.7
succulent 11.7
cover 11.1
crack 10.7
rust 10.6
container 10.3
tattered 9.9
rustic 9.6
paint 9.1
adornment 9
color 8.9
shabby 8.8
scrapbook 8.7
beige 8.7
used 8.6
pendant 8.5
album 7.8
ornament 7.8
your 7.7
floral 7.7
dirt 7.6
style 7.4
detail 7.2

Google
created on 2022-05-28

Rectangle 85.7
Handwriting 84.7
Font 78.3
Parallel 72.8
Paper product 66.5
Paper 66.3
Pattern 65.7
Fashion accessory 65.4
Envelope 61.5
Mail 60.8
Vellum 59.9
Document 59.8
Letter 59.3
Art 59.3
Peach 54.6
Illustration 51.5

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-28

text 99.5
handwriting 92.8
beige 82.1
brown 65.2
letter 62.2
tan 61.6
ivory 52.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Envelope

Clarifai

Envelope 73.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-28

paintings art 94.2%
streetview architecture 4.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-28

a close up of a street 34.4%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

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

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a chinese manuscript with red ink and writing on it

OpenAI GPT

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

This image features an aged and textured piece of paper or parchment, showing signs of wear, discoloration, and fading over time. The surface appears irregular, with visible stains and marks suggesting historical use or storage.

On the left and right edges, vertical lines of text are written in traditional Japanese calligraphy, possibly denoting poetry, a letter, or other classical content. The center portion is largely blank, aside from faint traces of ink in the middle. At the bottom center of the parchment, there is a red seal stamp, indicative of its authenticity or the identity of the writer/owner.

The overall appearance suggests an antique document, perhaps of historical or artistic significance.

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

The image depicts an aged piece of paper with Japanese calligraphy written on it. The background is a mottled, yellowish texture, suggesting that the paper is old and has possibly endured a lot of wear over time.

On the left side, there is a vertical line of calligraphy, and on the right side, there is another vertical line of calligraphy. In the center, there is a vertical column of more text, underneath which is a red rectangular stamp or seal, common in East Asian documents for authentication.

The style of the writing and the presence of the stamp suggest that this could be a historical document or an artwork, possibly a poem, letter, or piece of literature typical of Japanese culture.

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 a red stamp or seal. The text is written in a traditional Japanese style, and the overall appearance suggests this is an ancient or historical document. Without being able to identify any individuals, the image conveys a sense of age, cultural significance, and preservation of important written records from the past.

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

This appears to be an old Japanese manuscript or document page with traditional Japanese calligraphy written vertically in black ink. The page has a yellowed, aged appearance with some staining or discoloration. There is a red seal or stamp mark visible on the lower portion of the page, which was commonly used in East Asian documents as a form of signature or authentication. The text appears to be written in classical Japanese script, and there are several columns of characters. The paper appears to be traditional handmade paper (possibly washi) that has aged over time, giving it that distinctive antique appearance.

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 on it. The paper is rectangular in shape and features a light-brown color with darker brown spots scattered throughout, giving it a worn and aged appearance.

Key Features:

  • Japanese Writing: The paper contains several lines of Japanese writing, which are written in black ink. The text is vertical and runs down the center of the paper, with some additional writing in the top-left and top-right corners.
  • Red Stamp: A red stamp is visible at the bottom center of the paper, featuring a square design with vertical lines inside.
  • Border: The paper has a thin border around its edges, which is slightly darker than the rest of the paper.
  • Background: The background of the image is white, providing a clean and neutral contrast to the aged paper.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of age and history, with the worn and yellowed paper evoking a feeling of nostalgia and tradition. The Japanese writing and red stamp add to the cultural and historical significance of the image, suggesting that it may be a document or artifact from a bygone era.

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

The image depicts a piece of aged, yellowed paper with Japanese writing on it. The paper has a rough texture and appears to be handmade or of high quality. It features several lines of Japanese characters written in black ink, which are likely calligraphy or brushwork. There is also a red stamp or seal at the bottom center of the paper, which may indicate the artist's signature or a mark of authenticity.

The overall appearance of the paper suggests that it is an antique or vintage item, possibly from the Edo period (1603-1868) or earlier. The use of traditional Japanese materials and techniques, such as handmade paper and calligraphy, adds to the paper's cultural and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

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

The image appears to be a scanned page from an old book or document. The page has a yellowish-brown color, suggesting it is made of aged paper. The text on the page is written in black ink and appears to be in a foreign language, possibly Japanese or Chinese. The text is arranged in a vertical format, with lines of text stacked on top of each other.

The page has a red stamp or seal in the center, which is a common feature in traditional Asian documents. The stamp has a rectangular shape with a pattern of vertical and horizontal lines. The stamp is placed in the middle of the page, below the text.

The edges of the page are slightly frayed, and there are some stains and discolorations on the surface. Overall, the image gives the impression of an old and weathered document, possibly from a historical or cultural context.

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

The image depicts a page from a book or document that appears to be old and worn. The paper has a yellowish hue, suggesting age and possible exposure to light or environmental factors over time. The paper is slightly torn at the edges, and there are some stains or discolorations, which add to the aged appearance. The text is written in black ink, and it seems to be in a language that uses characters, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The text is arranged vertically along the left and right edges of the page. In the center of the page, there is a red square seal or stamp. The seal has some characters inside it, which are likely the author's or publisher's mark. The overall impression is of an antique or historical document, possibly a manuscript or a printed book from a bygone era.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is an antique document, likely an Asian manuscript fragment, characterized by its aged and worn appearance. The paper has a warm, beige tone, with noticeable water stains and imperfections, suggesting its age.

Here are some key details:

  • Text: The document is filled with vertical lines of calligraphy, typical of Asian writing. The ink is a deep black.
  • Seal: A red seal is present, commonly used to authenticate or signify approval on such documents.
  • Condition: The paper has frayed edges, indicating it is a fragment. It has creases and age-related wear.

Overall, the image evokes a sense of history, perhaps a glimpse into the past and a testament to the endurance of traditional writing styles.

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

The image shows a rectangular piece of aged, tan-colored paper or parchment. The material appears mottled and stained with darker areas and possible watermarks, suggesting age and handling. The edges are uneven, with signs of wear and slight tears.

Calligraphy is present in black ink, arranged vertically along the right and left sides of the paper. A prominent red seal, square in shape, is located near the center of the right column of script, suggesting the stamp of an individual or institution. The script itself appears to be traditional Japanese or Chinese characters, adding to the aged aesthetic.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be an aged, yellowed piece of paper with Japanese text written on it. The paper shows signs of wear and tear, including some stains and discoloration, which suggest it is quite old. The text is written in vertical columns, which is typical of traditional Japanese writing.

There are three columns of text:

  1. The first column on the left side contains a few characters.
  2. The second column in the center has more characters and includes a red seal or stamp at the bottom.
  3. The third column on the right side contains a single character.

The red seal or stamp at the bottom of the central column suggests that this document might have some official or formal significance, such as a certificate, letter, or historical document. The characters are written in traditional Japanese calligraphy, which adds to the historical and cultural value of the document.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image appears to be an aged, handwritten document, likely of historical or cultural significance. The text is written in a vertical format, which is common in East Asian languages such as Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. The document shows signs of wear, including creases, stains, and discoloration, indicating it may be quite old and possibly delicate.

There is a red seal or stamp in the lower right corner, which is often used in formal documents in East Asian cultures to authenticate or signify ownership and authority. The text is in black ink, and the handwriting style suggests it might be a personal or official letter, a certificate, or perhaps a legal document.

The overall appearance and the style of writing suggest it could be from a historical period, possibly before the widespread use of modern writing materials and printing techniques. The image does not provide enough context to determine the exact nature of the document or the specific time period in which it was written.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This image appears to be an aged piece of paper, possibly an envelope or a document cover, with visible signs of wear, tear, and water stains. The paper has a beige or light brown color and is stained with darker brown spots and smears, suggesting it has been exposed to moisture or other environmental factors over time.

There are several lines of vertical text written in black ink, likely in a script that appears to be East Asian, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The text is arranged in two columns: one on the left side and one on the right side of the image. The characters are small and neatly written, though some are partially obscured by the stains.

In the bottom right corner, there is a red rectangular stamp or seal with more East Asian characters, which is a common feature in traditional East Asian documents and artwork. The stamp serves as a mark of authenticity or ownership.

The overall appearance of the paper suggests it is an old and possibly historical document, with the wear and staining adding to its aged character. The text and stamp indicate it may have cultural or historical significance.

Text analysis

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