Human Generated Data

Title

Wakasa-Nuri Inkstone Box (Suzuribako) with Double Inrō-Ensemble Design

Date

Late Edo period, late 18thcentury-early 19th century

People

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Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Elaine Ehrenkranz Collection of Japanese Lacquer Boxes; Gift of Elaine Ehrenkranz, 1996.242.55.A-F

Human Generated Data

Title

Wakasa-Nuri Inkstone Box (Suzuribako) with Double Inrō-Ensemble Design

Date

Late Edo period, late 18thcentury-early 19th century

Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Elaine Ehrenkranz Collection of Japanese Lacquer Boxes; Gift of Elaine Ehrenkranz, 1996.242.55.A-F

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-25

Rug 95.9
File Binder 84.4
Accessories 74.5
Accessory 74.5
File Folder 71.9
Text 69.7
Wallet 57
Diary 56.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

art 99.4
decoration 99.2
retro 98.3
illustration 98.1
pattern 97.9
vintage 97.9
design 97.6
painting 97.1
no person 96.6
print 96.5
container 96.3
ornate 95.9
desktop 95.6
abstract 95.4
antique 94.6
symbol 93.7
card 93.7
texture 93.5
flower 92.6
gold 92.1

Imagga
created on 2022-06-25

binding 57.6
wallet 41.3
case 36.8
container 33.5
binder 33.4
paper 31.4
protective covering 25.8
covering 22.3
book 21.9
decoration 20.3
box 20.2
money 18.7
notebook 18.2
gold 18.1
gift 17.2
finance 16.1
old 16
business 15.8
blank 15.4
currency 15.3
vintage 14.9
dollar 14.9
package 14.8
wealth 14.4
letter 13.8
texture 13.2
object 13.2
cash 12.8
present 12.7
design 12.4
frame 11.7
pattern 11.6
retro 11.5
celebration 11.2
birthday 11.1
banking 11
shopping 11
bank 10.8
financial 10.7
banknote 10.7
product 10.5
savings 10.3
grunge 10.2
card 10.2
dollars 9.7
document 9.3
ribbon 9.3
wrapping 9.1
backgrounds 8.9
information 8.9
success 8.9
wrap 8.8
gambling 8.8
education 8.7
payment 8.7
holiday 8.6
golden 8.6
empty 8.6
art 8.5
color 8.3
investment 8.3
stamp 8.1
symbol 8.1
postage 7.9
banknotes 7.8
black 7.8
diary 7.8
bills 7.8
ornament 7.8
exchange 7.6
post 7.6
retail 7.6
bow 7.6
surprise 7.5
decorative 7.5
page 7.4
economy 7.4
new 7.3
collection 7.2
open 7.2
school 7.2
bag 7.1
decor 7.1

Google
created on 2022-06-25

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-25

painting 86.3
text 64.2
motif 53
art 51.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 95.9%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-25

a close up of a sign 76.5%
close up of a sign 71.4%
a sign on a wall 57%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a picture of a brown and red square shaped box with a tag on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image showcases a square lacquer box with intricate decoration. The surface is a vibrant orange-red with detailed patterns resembling starbursts or floral motifs, giving the box a radiant, textured appearance. On top of the box, three decorative elements are prominently displayed:

  1. A metallic tag-like ornament with gold and enamel accents, featuring the image of a rooster in blue and red hues on one side surrounded by delicate engraving.

  2. Another similar ornament adorned with intricate gold detailing and the image of a crane amidst golden foliage.

  3. Decorative cords interconnect these objects, one fixed with more accents/suspended stone hanging and placed above creating a valuable antique aesthetic-quality-dimensional realism of embossed accents.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image showcases an ornately decorated square box. The box features a vibrant and intricate background of orange, gold, and red hues with a repeating starburst or floral pattern. On top of this background are two rectangular lacquer insets with detailed imagery:

  1. The first inset, positioned to the left, depicts a lake scene with a crane standing amid gold foliage. The background of this inset is a rich, dark color, emphasizing the golden tones of the crane and surroundings.

  2. The second inset, positioned towards the right, features a pheasant against a similar gold background. The pheasant is colorful, with blues and reds that stand out against the gold.

Both insets are connected by decorative cords that loop across the surface, adding depth and complexity to the piece. Additionally, there is a small green circular ornament nestled within the cords, as well as a pink gemstone carving which adds to the overall luxurious and detailed design of the box. The craftsmanship and attention to detail suggest that this is an example of fine Japanese lacquerware, known for its elegance and thematic depiction of nature.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image shows a decorative square tile or plaque with an intricate, abstract floral pattern in shades of orange, yellow, and brown. The pattern features stylized flower-like shapes that appear to be raised or embossed on the surface. Embedded within the pattern are various decorative elements, including what appears to be a small metallic or ceramic figure, a gemstone, and other textured or embellished details. The overall effect is a vibrant, visually striking piece with a distinctly artistic and ornamental quality.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This appears to be a decorative Japanese lacquer box or panel with a vibrant orange-red background featuring a pattern of radiating snowflake or chrysanthemum-like designs. The piece includes inlaid decorative elements showing what appear to be traditional Japanese motifs - there are two rectangular sections with birds (possibly quails or pheasants) depicted in gold and darker tones. The composition also includes some curved linear elements that could be representing branches or decorative flourishes, and what appears to be some small decorative elements in pink and green. The overall style is characteristic of Japanese lacquerware art, combining the maki-e technique (sprinkled gold or silver powder) with other decorative elements against the rich lacquer background.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a traditional Japanese lacquerware box, known as an "Inro," which is a small, intricately decorated box used to carry medicine or other small items. The Inro is made of lacquer and features a vibrant orange and yellow floral pattern on its surface. The box is adorned with two small, ornate containers attached to it by strings, each containing a different design. One container features a bird, while the other depicts a mountainous landscape. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the Inro.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a product photo for an online store or catalog, showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of the Inro. The use of a plain background and subtle lighting highlights the intricate details of the Inro, making it a visually appealing image for potential customers.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a square, lacquered box adorned with intricate designs and patterns. The box features a vibrant orange and yellow background, overlaid with a pattern of red flowers or leaves. Two small, cylindrical objects are attached to the box by strings, each featuring a unique design. One object is dark brown with gold accents and a bird motif, while the other is light brown with a bird design. A small, pink object resembling a piece of candy or a gemstone is also attached to the box. The overall design of the box and its attachments suggests that it may be a decorative item or a piece of art.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image shows a square-shaped object with a golden background and a red and orange design. The object is placed on a white surface, and it appears to be a decorative item. It has a golden-colored object on the left side and a red-colored object on the right side. The golden object has a bird-like design, while the red object has a flower-like design.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a square-shaped object with a red and orange background. The background has a star-shaped pattern. There are three objects hanging from the top of the object. The first object is a brown rectangular object with a golden design of a bird and a tree. The second object is a golden rectangular object with a golden design of a bird. The third object is a pink rectangular object with a golden design.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a beautifully crafted, possibly lacquered, square object. The dominant feature is a rich, multi-toned surface with a dynamic pattern. The background consists of an intricate design, possibly made by swirling color or creating an effect with the material. It has a base color of orange and yellow with a layer of reddish-brown pattern on top.

Over this background are three ornamented, rectangular objects. These elements are made of a different material, possibly metal or stone, are finished with intricate detail. They are joined by cords to various jewel-like shapes and beads, adding a sense of delicacy and detail.

The arrangement suggests a sense of balance and artistic composition, with the carefully placed elements providing visual interest. It is clearly a high-end artwork.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases a square-shaped, decorative object, likely a box lid or a panel, set against a plain, light-colored background. The surface of the object is adorned with a complex pattern of starburst-like shapes in warm tones of orange, red, and brown, creating a fiery and textured backdrop.

Overlaying this patterned surface are what appear to be two rectangular objects, possibly pendants or decorative tags. One is a dark, brown color, embellished with gold detailing that depicts a crane standing amongst foliage. This tag is attached to a fine cord, which also holds a small, golden spoon-shaped object and a green bead. The other tag is gold and features an intricately painted bird, possibly a pheasant, standing on a rock. This tag is also attached to a cord, which ends in a small, reddish-orange bead. Additionally, a light pink, ornate charm with a rope is attached to the canvas.

The object's design blends traditional Japanese motifs, evident in the crane and pheasant imagery, with a rich, textured background. The overall effect is intricate and decorative, suggesting a piece of fine craftsmanship.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a highly ornate, decorative box. The box is square-shaped and features a rich, intricate design. The background of the box is adorned with a detailed, repeating pattern that resembles stylized flowers or starbursts, rendered in a warm, reddish-brown hue.

In the center of the box, there are two prominent, detailed images of birds, likely cranes or herons, depicted in a traditional style. These birds are set against a gold background, adding to the luxurious feel of the piece. The birds are intricately detailed with fine lines and subtle coloring, showcasing their feathers and posture.

Additionally, the box features decorative elements such as swirling, golden tendrils that seem to connect the birds, and several colorful, gem-like embellishments. These gems are placed strategically around the birds and tendrils, adding vibrant accents to the overall design.

The craftsmanship and materials used suggest that this box is a piece of fine art, likely created with traditional techniques and intended for display or as a decorative item. The combination of the detailed imagery, rich colors, and luxurious materials highlights its artistic and cultural significance.