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Title

Ownership Notes and Stamps (recto), The Angels Who Pray for the King, Introduction (frontispiece painting, verso), folio 1 from an illustrated Manuscript of the Guy u Chawgan by `Arifi

Date

1523

People

Artist: Mir Ali al Husayni, flourished 1514-43

Author: Mahmud 'Arifi of Herat, died 1449

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of John Goelet, formerly in the collection of Louis J. Cartier, 1958.79.1

Human Generated Data

Title

Ownership Notes and Stamps (recto), The Angels Who Pray for the King, Introduction (frontispiece painting, verso), folio 1 from an illustrated Manuscript of the Guy u Chawgan by `Arifi

People

Artist: Mir Ali al Husayni, flourished 1514-43

Author: Mahmud 'Arifi of Herat, died 1449

Date

1523

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of John Goelet, formerly in the collection of Louis J. Cartier, 1958.79.1

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Amazon
created on 2019-04-06

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Clarifai
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Imagga
created on 2018-05-08

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Google
created on 2018-05-08

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Microsoft
created on 2018-05-08

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Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

Picture frame
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Human face

AWS Rekognition

Rug 99.1%

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Imagga
created on 2018-05-08

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-08

a painting of a colorful rug 81.6%
a painting hanging on a wall 81.5%
a painting on the wall 81.4%

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a book with a picture of a man and a woman

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

an old book with an image of angels and a man

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image features an exquisite page of Persian manuscript art, most likely from a calligraphic or illuminated text. At its center is a block of intricately handwritten Persian poetry or prose, encased within a cloud-shaped frame made of delicate white and gold patterns. Surrounding this central text are four angelic figures adorned in colorful garments, holding musical instruments (such as a tambourine and cymbals). These winged angels appear to be in motion or performing, creating a lively depiction of celestial celebration.

The background is richly adorned with intricate floral and vegetal motifs in shades of gold, blue, and green, enhancing the visual splendor of the scene. The border around the central artwork is an elaborate, layered design featuring geometric and floral patterns in complementary colors, mainly black, white, blue, and gold. At the top, there's an even denser decoration resembling a night sky or cosmic expanse.

This piece reflects the artistry and elegance of traditional Persian miniature painting and manuscript illumination, combining calligraphy, ornamentation, and figurative imagery in a harmonious composition.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

This image is a Persian miniature painting that features an ornate central panel with calligraphic text, surrounded by an intricate floral and vine pattern. Four winged angels are depicted amidst the golden background of the central panel. Each angel is uniquely dressed in colorful garments, and they are positioned around the central text, two on the top and two on the bottom, creating a symmetrical arrangement.

The central area of the image contains Persian calligraphy, written in elegant script on a white cloud-shaped background. The entire image is framed by a decorative border with floral motifs and rich blue and gold hues. The border surrounding the calligraphic panel is particularly intricate, featuring a combination of flower designs and motifs reminiscent of traditional Persian art.

The angels, with their graceful postures, appear to be in motion, adding a sense of liveliness and spiritual presence to the image. The overall composition is balanced, and the colors are vivid, highlighting the intricate details and artistry typical of Persian miniature art. This piece is likely part of a manuscript or a decorative title page that blends artistic depiction with literary and spiritual elements.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This is a beautiful Persian or Islamic manuscript illumination featuring four figures arranged around a central calligraphic text panel. The illustration is framed by ornate borders with floral and geometric patterns in blue, gold, and other colors. The figures appear to be dancing or floating in dynamic poses against a golden background decorated with delicate floral motifs. They are wearing traditional medieval Islamic clothing in colors of blue, red, and orange. The central white text panel contains Persian/Arabic calligraphy. The overall composition is characteristic of medieval Islamic manuscript art, with its careful attention to decorative detail, use of vivid colors, and combination of text and figurative elements. The border features an elaborate design in blue and gold with floral arabesque patterns. This appears to be a page from an illustrated manuscript, likely dating from several centuries ago.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-31

The image appears to be an illuminated page from a manuscript, featuring an intricate calligraphic design and vibrant illustrations. The central portion of the page contains a decorative text panel with Arabic script, surrounded by figures in stylized, colorful poses. The figures appear to be engaged in some kind of activity or scene, though without being able to identify them specifically. The page is bordered by ornate patterns and designs, creating a visually striking and aesthetically pleasing composition.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2024-12-31

The image shows an illuminated manuscript page featuring intricate decorative borders and a central scene depicting figures. The borders have geometric and floral patterns in blue, red, orange and green. In the center, there appears to be a calligraphic medallion with Arabic script. The main scene shows four angelic or celestial figures floating in the air against a gold background. Two are dressed in blue and green robes, while the other two wear red and orange clothing. The figures seem engaged in some kind of interaction or activity together. The manuscript page has an aged, antique appearance on parchment or paper that has yellowed over time.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-31

This is a beautiful Persian manuscript illumination featuring four angels or celestial figures arranged around a central decorative cartouche containing Arabic/Persian calligraphy. The illustration is set on a golden background decorated with delicate floral patterns and stars.

The figures are wearing colorful garments - blue, orange, red, and black - and appear to be in dynamic, flying poses with their wings spread. They are depicted in the characteristic style of Persian miniature painting, with elegant, flowing lines and rich colors.

The border of the page features intricate floral patterns in blue and white, with an inner frame decorated in black with white floral motifs. The overall composition is very symmetrical and balanced, which is typical of Persian manuscript art.

The central text panel is executed in elegant white calligraphy against a cloud-like background shape. This style of manuscript page would likely have been part of a high-quality book, possibly a religious or literary text from the medieval Islamic period.

The entire piece shows the sophisticated artistic traditions of Persian manuscript illumination, combining calligraphy, figurative art, and decorative patterns in a harmonious composition.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a page from an ancient book, likely of Persian or Middle Eastern origin, featuring intricate calligraphy and illustrations.

  • The page is yellowed with age, indicating its historical significance.
    • The yellowing of the page suggests that it has been preserved for centuries, possibly even millennia.
    • The age of the page is a testament to the enduring nature of the book and its contents.
  • The border of the page is ornate, featuring a mix of floral patterns and geometric shapes.
    • The border is a key element in the design of the page, adding visual interest and depth to the overall composition.
    • The use of floral patterns and geometric shapes in the border reflects the artistic style of the time period in which the book was created.
  • The text in the center of the page is written in a calligraphic script, likely Arabic or Persian.
    • The calligraphic script is a hallmark of Middle Eastern and Islamic art, characterized by its flowing lines and intricate details.
    • The text may be a passage from a famous work of literature, a poem, or a piece of religious scripture.
  • The illustrations on the page feature figures in traditional Middle Eastern clothing, engaged in various activities such as dancing and playing musical instruments.
    • The illustrations are a testament to the cultural and artistic heritage of the region, showcasing the beauty and elegance of Middle Eastern art.
    • The figures in the illustrations are depicted in a stylized manner, reflecting the artistic conventions of the time period.
  • The background of the page is a warm, golden color, which complements the other design elements on the page.
    • The background color adds warmth and depth to the overall composition, creating a sense of luxury and opulence.
    • The use of a warm background color may also be intended to evoke a sense of nostalgia or tradition, highlighting the historical significance of the book and its contents.

In summary, the image presents a stunning example of ancient Middle Eastern art, featuring intricate calligraphy, ornate borders, and beautiful illustrations. The page's historical significance is evident in its yellowed condition, while the design elements reflect the artistic conventions of the time period. The text and illustrations on the page offer a glimpse into the cultural and artistic heritage of the region, making this image a valuable resource for scholars and art enthusiasts alike.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

This image is a page from an illuminated manuscript, likely from the 16th or 17th century. The page features a central rectangular panel with a gold background, adorned with intricate floral patterns and calligraphy in Persian script. The text is written in black ink and appears to be a poem or passage from a literary work.

Surrounding the central panel are four female figures, each dressed in colorful attire and engaged in various activities. The figures are depicted in a stylized manner, with exaggerated features and poses. The overall design of the page suggests that it may have been created for a royal or noble patron, given the level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The page is bordered by a red leather binding, which adds to its luxurious appearance. The paper itself appears to be of high quality, with a smooth texture and a subtle sheen. The image suggests that the manuscript was created using traditional techniques, such as hand-painting and calligraphy, which were characteristic of Islamic art during this period.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural traditions of the Islamic world during the 16th and 17th centuries, and highlights the importance of illuminated manuscripts as a means of preserving and transmitting knowledge and beauty.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is of an old, worn-out book with a torn cover. It has an intricate design on the cover with a golden border. The design features three angels in different colors, each holding a weapon. The angels are flying in the air, and their wings are spread. The book has a golden border with a floral design. The page is torn in the middle, and the edges are frayed.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a page from an old book with a colorful illustration. The page has a rectangular shape with a red border on the right side. The illustration depicts a group of people wearing traditional clothing. They are standing in a circle and holding musical instruments. The central figure is wearing a crown and holding a stick. The background of the illustration is adorned with intricate patterns and designs.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows an illuminated page from an Islamic manuscript. The page is contained within several decorative borders. The innermost border is patterned with floral motifs in black, white, and orange against a gold background. The next border features a repeating pattern of flowers and leaves in blue, white, and orange. A narrow red border runs along the outer edge of the illuminated section.

Within the central area, four figures with wings are depicted against a gold background speckled with small floral patterns. The figures appear to be angels, dressed in colorful robes and garments. The angels are positioned around a central text written in Arabic calligraphy within a decorative, light-colored cartouche with ornate floral borders.

At the top left of the image, an angel is shown in a dark blue tunic with a green skirt, while another angel at the top right wears an orange tunic with a blue skirt. Below, at the bottom left, an angel in a red tunic and green skirt plays a hand drum, and at the bottom right, an angel in a blue skirt and tunic wears a peaked black hat and appears to be playing a flute.

The manuscript page appears to be old, with some wear and tear visible along the edges. Patches of discoloration are seen on the top and bottom right corners of the page. The binding of the book is visible along the right edge, revealing a red spine. The overall impression is one of rich detail and skilled craftsmanship typical of traditional Islamic manuscript illumination.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

This is a page from what appears to be an illuminated manuscript, likely of Persian or Islamic origin. The central image is a vibrant and detailed miniature painting within an elaborate border.

Central Image:

  • Composition: The miniature depicts four figures, likely angels or mythical beings, in a dynamic composition. They are rendered with delicate features, flowing garments, and stylized wings. Some carry objects, such as a sword, a drum, and what might be an instrument. They appear to be in motion, perhaps flying or engaged in a celestial dance.
  • Color Palette: The colors are rich and jewel-toned. The figures are dressed in a variety of colors including blue, orange, green, and red. The background is a luxurious gold, and some of the details have been worked to create a sense of depth.
  • Calligraphy: In the center of the image, there is an oval cartouche containing intricate calligraphy (writing), further enhancing the cultural significance of the image.

Borders:

  • Frames: The miniature is enclosed within several ornate borders. There's a thick, rectangular border around the central scene decorated with intricate floral and geometric patterns, typical of Islamic art.
  • Page Border: The page itself has decorative elements, including a border of gold floral patterns and a blue pattern at the right side.
  • Condition: The edges of the page show signs of age and wear, with some discoloration and small tears.

Overall Impression:

The image is a beautiful example of Islamic manuscript illumination, showcasing skilled artistry and attention to detail. The bright colors, intricate patterns, and dynamic figures create a visually captivating composition that is likely of religious or allegorical significance. The manuscript's age and the elaborate design suggest it was a high-quality work, potentially commissioned for a royal court or an important religious institution.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a beautifully illustrated page from a historical manuscript, likely of Persian or Islamic origin, given the style and script. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Central Panel:

    • The central panel features a richly decorated background with intricate gold and floral patterns.
    • Four figures, possibly angels or mythical beings, are depicted in a dynamic, flying pose. They are dressed in colorful robes and appear to be holding weapons or instruments.
    • The figures are positioned symmetrically around a central medallion, which contains calligraphic text in Arabic script. The text is elegantly written and framed by a cloud-like design.
  2. Border Design:

    • The border surrounding the central panel is highly ornate, featuring a variety of floral and geometric patterns in vibrant colors such as blue, orange, and gold.
    • The outermost border has a repeating pattern of floral motifs, while the inner border is more intricate with smaller, detailed designs.
  3. Color Scheme:

    • The color scheme is rich and varied, with a predominance of gold, blue, red, and green. The use of gold is particularly prominent, adding a sense of opulence to the illustration.
  4. Overall Style:

    • The style of the illustration is characteristic of Persian miniature painting, known for its detailed and intricate designs, vibrant colors, and the use of gold.
    • The calligraphy in the central medallion suggests that the text is of significant importance, possibly a religious or poetic verse.

This page is likely from a historical or religious manuscript, showcasing the artistic and cultural richness of the period and region it originates from.

Qwen

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