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Title

Pair of Screens: Sparrows on a Blossoming Cherry Tree

Date

late 18th-first half 19th century

People

Artist: Unknown Artist,

Previous attribution: Matsumura Keibun 松村景文, Japanese 1779 - 1843

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Louis V. Ledoux Collection; Gift of Mrs. L. Pierre Ledoux in memory of her husband, 2013.62.1-2

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Title

Pair of Screens: Sparrows on a Blossoming Cherry Tree

People

Artist: Unknown Artist,

Previous attribution: Matsumura Keibun 松村景文, Japanese 1779 - 1843

Date

late 18th-first half 19th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Louis V. Ledoux Collection; Gift of Mrs. L. Pierre Ledoux in memory of her husband, 2013.62.1-2

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Amazon
created on 2024-01-31

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Clarifai
created on 2024-01-31

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Imagga
created on 2024-01-31

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Google
created on 2024-01-31

Brown 98
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Microsoft
created on 2024-01-31

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Amazon

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Clarifai

Picture frame
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Bird 85.8%

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Imagga
created on 2024-01-31

paintings art 92.7%
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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of two framed paintings of a tree branch with a bird on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

two japanese paintings of a tree branch and a bird

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a pair of Japanese folding screens (byōbu) adorned with a delicate and minimalist painting. The artwork features cherry blossom branches with flowers in various stages of bloom, accompanied by two small birds perched gracefully on the branches. The background is a shimmering gold leaf, creating a sense of warmth and elegance while emphasizing the beauty of the natural elements. The branches are painted with subtle brown tones, and the blossoms are white with hints of pink, while the birds add a touch of life and movement to the scene. The screens are framed with a patterned brown border, complementing the overall composition. This painting embodies traditional Japanese aesthetics, celebrating the transient beauty of nature.

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

The image is a panoramic view of a traditional Japanese folding screen, or "byōbu," featuring an elegant and minimalistic painting. The artwork is divided into two panels, each with a harmonious continuation of the theme across both sides.

The left panel depicts a delicate branch of a flowering tree, adorned with white blossoms and dark leaves. A small bird is perched on the branch, adding a lively element to the composition. The background consists of a gold leaf texture, providing a rich and luminous backdrop that enhances the natural beauty of the scene.

The right panel continues the theme with an extension of the tree branch bearing similar white blossoms. The composition is elegantly balanced, with the trunk of the tree extending from the right edge of the painting. The gold leaf background continues, framing the scene in a consistent style.

The borders of each panel are decorated with a dark, intricate pattern, contrasting with the simplicity of the central scene. The overall effect is one of serene beauty, capturing the essence of nature with a refined and understated aesthetic typical of traditional Japanese art.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This is a traditional Japanese painting on what appears to be a folding screen or panels with a gold background. It depicts cherry blossoms (sakura) on branches with small birds perched among them. The composition is minimalist and elegant, showing the branches stretching across the panels with delicate white blossoms and brown branches against the golden background. The style is characteristic of the Japanese artistic tradition, with careful attention to natural details and use of negative space. The birds appear to be sparrows or similar small songbirds, painted in a naturalistic style. The overall effect is peaceful and contemplative, capturing a moment in spring when cherry trees are in bloom.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-01

The image appears to be a traditional Japanese folding screen or byōbu, depicting a delicate and serene landscape. The screen is divided into two panels, each featuring intricate hand-painted scenes.

The left panel showcases a branch of flowering cherry blossoms, with tiny birds perched upon it. The soft, muted colors and flowing brushstrokes create a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The right panel features another branch of cherry blossoms, this time in full bloom, against a warm, golden background.

The overall composition and artistic style suggest this is a high-quality work of Japanese art, likely from the Edo or Meiji period, when such folding screens were highly valued and widely produced.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-01

The image shows a traditional Japanese or Chinese painting spread across multiple panels, likely a folding screen or scroll. The painting depicts delicate cherry blossom branches with small white and pink flowers against a gold-colored background. The brushwork is fine and detailed, capturing the graceful curves of the branches and the ethereal beauty of the blossoms. The gold background gives the painting an elegant and luxurious feel, while the sparse composition and natural subject matter reflect traditional East Asian artistic sensibilities and an appreciation for the fleeting beauty of nature.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-01

This is a traditional Japanese painting done in the form of a two-panel folding screen (byōbu). The artwork depicts birds perched on cherry blossom branches against a gold leaf background. The composition is characteristic of the minimalist and elegant style of Japanese art, with the tree branches extending gracefully across both panels. The delicate white cherry blossoms are in bloom, suggesting it represents a spring scene. The birds appear to be small songbirds, possibly finches or sparrows, rendered in dark ink. The brown border surrounding the gold ground creates a sophisticated frame for the natural scene. This style of painting demonstrates the Japanese aesthetic principle of using negative space and simple, naturalistic elements to create a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image presents a pair of Japanese folding screens, each divided into three panels, showcasing a harmonious arrangement of natural elements and birds. The screens are adorned with a brown border, featuring a subtle pattern of small, repeating shapes that add texture and visual interest.

Left Screen:

  • The left screen depicts a serene scene of two birds perched on a slender branch, surrounded by delicate white flowers and lush green leaves.
  • The branch is rendered in a dark brown hue, providing a striking contrast to the lighter tones of the flowers and leaves.
  • The birds, with their soft gray plumage, are positioned in a gentle pose, adding to the overall sense of tranquility.

Right Screen:

  • The right screen features a similar composition, with a single bird sitting on a branch amidst white flowers and green leaves.
  • The branch is depicted in a darker shade of brown, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.
  • The bird, with its subtle gray tones, blends seamlessly into the surrounding foliage, creating a sense of harmony and balance.

Common Elements:

  • Both screens share a common theme of natural beauty, with the focus on the interplay between birds, flowers, and foliage.
  • The use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes creates a soothing atmosphere, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty of nature.
  • The overall design of the screens exudes a sense of serenity and calmness, making them a perfect addition to any room seeking to promote relaxation and tranquility.

In summary, the image showcases two exquisite Japanese folding screens that celebrate the beauty of nature through their depiction of birds, flowers, and foliage. The screens' harmonious composition, muted colors, and soft brushstrokes create a sense of serenity and calmness, making them a delightful addition to any space.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image presents a pair of Japanese screens, each divided into two panels. The screens feature a gold background with a brown border, adorned with a cherry blossom branch and two birds in flight. The left screen showcases the birds perched on the branch, while the right screen depicts the branch extending from the right side, with the birds flying away.

The screens are likely a representation of traditional Japanese art, specifically a style known as "byobu" or "folding screen." This style of art often features natural motifs, such as cherry blossoms, and is characterized by its use of gold leaf and intricate designs. The screens may have been created during the Edo period (1603-1868), when this style of art was particularly popular in Japan.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the beauty and elegance of traditional Japanese art, showcasing the intricate details and symbolism that are characteristic of this style.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image shows a pair of screens that are divided into four panels. Each panel depicts a branch with white flowers. The branches are drawn in black, and the flowers are painted in white. The branches are connected to the trunk, which is also drawn in black. Two birds are perched on the branches on the left side. The screens are placed on a brown surface.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts two panels of a Japanese folding screen, known as a byobu, with a golden background. Each panel features a branch with white blossoms and a few leaves, creating a serene and elegant composition. The branches are positioned in a way that they connect the two panels, suggesting a continuous scene. The blossoms are depicted in a delicate and detailed manner, with some leaves showing signs of wear or aging. The background is a rich gold color, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the artwork. The screen has a brown border with intricate patterns, adding to its traditional and artistic appeal.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

The image shows a two-panel folding screen, likely of Japanese origin, painted with a motif of birds and blossoming branches. Each panel has a rectangular central area of shiny gold, which is surrounded by a woven border of brown. The screen is edged with a black frame.

The subject matter of the painting is a flowering tree branch on which two birds perch. In the left panel, two birds perch on opposite sides of the blossoming tree branch. In the right panel, the large tree branch is the primary subject. The blossoms are depicted in white, contrasting with the gold background. The branches and leaves are in dark brown or black, creating a striking contrast. The painting style is reminiscent of traditional Japanese art, with an emphasis on natural elements and minimalist design.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-26

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a two-panel artwork, likely a traditional Japanese screen or painting. It features a gold background and depicts cherry blossom branches and birds.

Here's a breakdown:

  • Style: The art style appears to be inspired by East Asian art, especially Japanese painting. This is evident from the use of gold leaf, the depiction of nature (cherry blossoms and birds), and the composition.
  • Composition: The artwork is divided into two panels, creating a balanced but not perfectly symmetrical composition. The branches of the cherry blossom are the primary focal point, with their delicate flowers and leaves. Two birds are perched on these branches in the first panel. The second panel shows the continuation of the cherry blossom branches with the tree trunk.
  • Color and Materials: The dominant color is gold, giving the artwork a rich and luxurious feel. The blossoms are likely rendered in white or off-white, contrasting with the dark brown of the branches. The borders are a darker brown color.
  • Subject: The subject matter is nature-focused. Cherry blossoms are a strong symbol in Japanese culture, representing the fleeting nature of life and beauty. The birds further enhance this natural theme.
  • Overall Impression: The artwork gives an impression of serene beauty and tranquility, typical of traditional Japanese art. It would likely be displayed as a decorative element in a home or art space.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-25

The image depicts a traditional Japanese folding screen, known as a byobu, featuring a serene and elegant design. The screen is divided into two panels, each showcasing a detailed painting of flowering branches against a golden background.

Left Panel:

  • The left panel displays a branch adorned with delicate white blossoms, likely cherry blossoms, which are a common motif in Japanese art symbolizing the transience of life.
  • Two birds are perched on the branch, adding a touch of life and movement to the scene. The birds appear to be interacting, possibly indicating a sense of harmony and tranquility.
  • The branch itself is painted with intricate detail, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the natural forms of the tree and its blossoms.

Right Panel:

  • The right panel continues the theme of the left panel with another branch bearing white blossoms.
  • This branch extends across the panel, creating a sense of continuity and balance with the left panel.
  • The golden background enhances the elegance of the scene, providing a rich contrast to the white blossoms and dark branches.

Overall Design:

  • The screen is framed with a dark border, possibly made of wood or lacquer, which complements the golden background and the delicate paintings.
  • The use of gold leaf in the background is a characteristic feature of traditional Japanese screens, adding a luxurious and timeless quality to the artwork.

This byobu is a beautiful example of Japanese art, combining natural elements with a sense of harmony and tranquility, typical of traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

This image features a traditional Japanese painting set in a split-screen format, divided into two parts. The painting is executed on a gold background, which gives a sense of elegance and adds a touch of opulence to the artwork. The left side of the painting displays a branch adorned with white blossoms and a few reddish-brown leaves, with a single bird perched on the branch. The bird is depicted with fine detail, showcasing its profile, feathers, and tail. The right side of the painting mirrors the left but with a slight variation: the branch is positioned differently, and there is no bird present, highlighting the beauty of the blossoms and leaves in isolation. The overall style is reminiscent of Japanese ink painting (sumi-e) but with a focus on delicate details and the contrast between the blossoms and the gold background. The painting is framed with a brown, patterned border, adding to the traditional aesthetic.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

This image is a traditional Japanese screen painting, likely from the Edo period. It is divided into two sections, each framed and mounted on a gold leaf background, with a patterned border. The paintings depict a detailed and serene scene of cherry blossoms (sakura) on a branch, with a single bird perched on the left side of the left panel.

Left Panel:

  • Bird: A small bird with detailed plumage, possibly a sparrow or similar species, is perched on the branch. The bird's feathers are meticulously painted, showing shades of gray, white, and brown.
  • Branch and Blossoms: The branch extends diagonally across the panel, adorned with white cherry blossoms and some reddish-brown leaves. The blossoms are detailed, with small, delicate petals.

Right Panel:

  • Branch and Blossoms: This panel continues the theme of the cherry blossoms and branch. The branch extends from the left panel, continuing the diagonal line and curving upwards. It is also decorated with white blossoms and reddish-brown leaves.
  • Background: The background of both panels is a smooth, gold leaf surface, which gives the painting a luxurious and elegant appearance. The gold leaf is unadorned, allowing the detailed painting of the blossoms and bird to stand out.

Overall Composition:

  • The composition is balanced and harmonious, with the branch and blossoms creating a sense of natural flow across both panels. The gold background provides a stark contrast to the detailed and colorful elements of the painting, emphasizing the beauty of the cherry blossoms and the bird.
  • The style is characteristic of traditional Japanese screen paintings, with attention to detail and a focus on natural elements. The use of gold leaf is a common technique in Japanese art, symbolizing wealth, purity, and the impermanence of life, which is often associated with cherry blossoms.

This painting likely represents the beauty and transience of nature, a common theme in Japanese art, particularly in relation to cherry blossoms, which symbolize the fleeting nature of life.