Human Generated Data

Title

Zonsei-nuri Medicine Container (Inrō) with Raiden (Thunder-God) Design

Date

Mid Edo period, 18th century

People

-

Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Elaine Ehrenkranz Collection of Japanese Lacquer Boxes; Gift of Elaine Ehrenkranz, 1996.242.34.A-E

Human Generated Data

Title

Zonsei-nuri Medicine Container (Inrō) with Raiden (Thunder-God) Design

Date

Mid Edo period, 18th century

Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Elaine Ehrenkranz Collection of Japanese Lacquer Boxes; Gift of Elaine Ehrenkranz, 1996.242.34.A-E

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Accessory 95.3
Accessories 95.3
Bead 88.9
Pendant 74.3
Jewelry 67.9
Treasure 58.5

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

jewelry 99.7
necklace 99
no person 99
bracelet 96.4
rope 96.3
chain 96.3
gift 96.2
jewelry band 95.6
gold 95
pendant 94.5
beads 94.3
luxury 92.6
decoration 92.1
shining 91
precious 91
string together 90.6
wealth 89.5
disjunct 89.1
one 88.5
accessory 88.4

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

container 45.7
purse 45.7
bag 44.8
bookmark 32.1
device 25.5
fastener 24.8
close 23.4
wallet 22
sealing wax 19.6
metal 18.5
restraint 18.4
object 18.3
key 17.9
case 14.6
tool 13.9
gift 12.9
closeup 12.8
equipment 12.3
paper 11
decoration 10.7
detail 10.5
gold 9.9
old 9.8
color 9.5
blank 9.4
card 9.2
box 9.2
food 9.1
business 9.1
black 9
design 9
steel 9
brown 8.8
nobody 8.6
ribbon 8.3
home 8
silver 8
yellow 7.9
objects 7.8
money 7.7
accessory 7.6
finance 7.6
leather 7.6
fashion 7.5
tasty 7.5
wood 7.5
traditional 7.5
symbol 7.4
single 7.4
metallic 7.4
meal 7.3
backgrounds 7.3
present 7.3
open 7.2
currency 7.2
celebration 7.2

Google
created on 2019-07-06

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Fashion accessory

Clarifai

Fashion accessory 95.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

paintings art 84.3%
food drinks 10.3%
nature landscape 2.1%
macro flowers 1.5%
pets animals 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-06

a piece of cake on a table 25.9%
a piece of cake 25.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a red and gold pendant with a red and gold design

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a small wooden box with a rope tied to it

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a traditional Japanese inro, a small, decorative, multi-compartment container historically used to carry small items like medicine or personal seals. The inro appears to be crafted from lacquered wood or similar materials, with intricately painted designs in red, gold, and dark tones. The artwork on the inro features a detailed illustration of a figure, possibly a mythical or historical character, surrounded by floral or ornate patterns.

Attached to the inro is a braided golden cord, tied in decorative loops at one end. The cord passes through a red bead with a patterned design, which would traditionally serve as both an ornamental accent and a functional toggle to secure the container. The craftsmanship and artistic details suggest this is likely a high-quality or antique piece, reflecting Japanese aesthetics and cultural heritage.

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

The image shows a traditional Japanese inro, a small, decorative case used to carry personal items. This inro is intricately designed, featuring a rich red and black lacquered surface with a detailed dragon motif. The design includes gold accents and intricate patterns, enhancing its ornate appearance. The inro is held together by a braided golden cord, which is also threaded through a bead. The bead is a red and gold color, matching the aesthetic of the inro. The cord is tied into a loop at one end, likely for securing the inro to a sash or belt. The craftsmanship and decoration suggest that this inro is both a functional item and a work of art.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows a decorative, cylindrical object with an intricate, patterned design in shades of red, brown, and gold. The object appears to be some kind of traditional or cultural artifact, possibly a container or ornament. It is attached to a braided, golden-colored cord or string, which has a small, round, red object at the end. The overall impression is of a visually striking and ornate item, likely with cultural or historical significance.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This appears to be a traditional Japanese inro, which is a decorative case that was historically used to carry small objects. It features a beautiful red lacquered finish with intricate designs and patterns. The inro is attached to a golden braided cord (known as a netsuke cord) with a small red bead. At the end of the cord, there's an ornamental knot or bow made from the same golden braided material. The surface of the inro appears to have detailed artwork with what might be floral or nature-inspired motifs in gold against the red background. The piece appears to be a fine example of Japanese craftsmanship and decorative arts.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese "tsuba" or "sashimi" box, which is a small, ornate container used to hold and display food, particularly sushi and sashimi. The box is made of wood or lacquer and features intricate designs and patterns.

  • The box is rectangular in shape with rounded edges and has a flat top and bottom.
  • It is adorned with a gold cord that wraps around the box and forms a bow at the top right corner.
  • A red bead with gold accents is attached to the cord near the top left corner of the box.
  • The box has a dark brown background with gold and red designs, including a large dragon or phoenix in the center.
  • The box is placed on a plain white surface, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a display piece.

Overall, the image showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese design, highlighting the intricate details and ornate patterns that make this type of box a unique and valuable piece of art.

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese inro, a small container used to store small items such as medicine, tobacco, or personal belongings. The inro is made of lacquered wood and features a red and gold design with a floral pattern. It has a cylindrical shape with a flat top and bottom, and is adorned with a gold cord and tassel.

The inro is placed on a white background, which suggests that it may be a product photo or an image used for educational purposes. The overall appearance of the inro is elegant and sophisticated, reflecting the high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that is characteristic of traditional Japanese art.

In addition to its functional purpose, the inro is also a decorative item that can be worn as a pendant or displayed as a work of art. Its intricate design and beautiful craftsmanship make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among enthusiasts of Japanese art and culture.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image features a traditional Japanese amulet known as an "Inro." The Inro is cylindrical in shape and is made of red lacquer with intricate gold designs. The top of the Inro has a small opening, which is covered by a gold-colored toggle. The amulet is suspended from a yellow silk cord, which is tied in a bow at the top. The cord has a red bead at the center, adding a touch of color to the overall design. The Inro is a traditional Japanese accessory that was used to carry small items such as medicines, tobacco, or money.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image shows a small rectangular box with a yellow string tied around it. The box has a red and gold design on it, with a red and gold bead on the left side of the string. The string is tied in a bow, and the box appears to be a decorative item. The background is white, and the image is captured from a top-angle view.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image features a rectangular object, likely a container or box, adorned with intricate patterns and attached to a decorative cord with a bead. The container's surface is a mottled mix of deep reds and browns, creating a complex, textured backdrop. Upon this background, there's a golden-hued illustration, seemingly depicting a stylized animal figure.

A golden cord wraps around the right side of the container, looping out to form a decorative knot or tassel. Extending from the left side of the container, the same cord leads to a red bead patterned with small golden dots. The cord ends in a simple knot on the left.

The overall presentation suggests a traditional or cultural artifact, possibly from East Asia. The attention to detail in the decoration and the use of cords and beads point to an item of significance or beauty, rather than a purely utilitarian object.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a Japanese Inro, a traditional multi-compartment container, suspended on a golden cord. The Inro is the primary subject and is displayed against a clean, white background.

Detailed Description:

  • Inro: The Inro is rectangular and curved at its edges. It appears to be made from lacquered wood, boasting a rich red and brown background, adorned with intricate patterns and gold accents. A detailed image, possibly a mythical creature or figure, is depicted on its front. The Inro is framed with gold trim.
  • Cord: A golden, tightly braided cord connects to the Inro. It extends from one end of the Inro and has a decorative knot on the other side.
  • Ojime: A small, round, decorative bead (Ojime) is strung on the cord, between the Inro and knot. The bead has a red color with an ornate pattern.
  • Color Palette: The image is dominated by the vibrant colors of the Inro, the gold of the cord and trim, and the contrasting white background.
  • Composition: The Inro and cord are placed diagonally across the frame, providing a dynamic visual flow. The clean background keeps the focus on the object.

Possible Context:

This image likely serves to present the Inro as a precious object, possibly for art, historical, or collector purposes.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese inro, a small, decorative case used to carry personal items such as medicine, seals, or small valuables. The inro is composed of multiple stacked compartments, each adorned with intricate lacquer work. The design features a rich, dark background with detailed illustrations and patterns in gold and red hues. The scenes on the inro appear to be traditional Japanese art, possibly depicting mythological or historical figures and scenes.

The inro is suspended by a braided cord, which is attached to a decorative netsuke, a small toggle used to secure the inro to the obi (sash) of a kimono. The netsuke itself is a small, round object with intricate carvings, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal of the piece. The craftsmanship and detail suggest that this inro is a finely crafted piece, likely of significant cultural and artistic value.

Qwen

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

The image depicts a decorative object that appears to be a traditional Japanese netsuke. Netsuke are small toggles or clasps used to fasten the neck cords of a Japanese kimono. The one in the image is cylindrical in shape, with a rich maroon or red base color adorned with intricate gold designs, possibly depicting figures or scenes. It is tied with a braided golden cord at both ends, and there is a small, round, dark red bead with gold patterns near the center. The craftsmanship suggests that it is likely a piece of classical Japanese art, possibly from the Edo period.

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

The image shows a traditional Japanese inrō, which is a small decorative box used to hold personal items such as seals or medicines. This particular inrō is cylindrical in shape and features intricate designs with a combination of red and gold colors. The surface is adorned with detailed patterns, possibly depicting floral or other decorative motifs. Attached to the inrō is a cord made of braided material, likely silk, in a light yellow or beige color. The cord is knotted at the end and has a small, round, red bead with gold dots, which serves as a toggle to secure the inrō closed. The overall appearance is elegant and suggests a fine craftsmanship typical of traditional Japanese art.