Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphic Section of "Korean Acrobats Performing on Horseback"

Date

Mid to Late Edo period, 18th-19th century

People

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Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.336.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphic Section of "Korean Acrobats Performing on Horseback"

Date

Mid to Late Edo period, 18th-19th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.336.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-01

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-01

vector 96.8
set 96
illustration 95.6
design 94.4
art 93.8
symbol 93.3
retro 92.9
decoration 92.5
collection 92.4
chalk out 91.9
pattern 90.9
calligraphy 89.6
element 88.8
leaf 88.3
vintage 87.8
desktop 87.6
ornate 87.2
antique 86.1
silhouette 86.1
graphic 85.9

Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

floral 41.7
decoration 41.7
design 40.1
ornament 38
graphic 36.5
art 35.8
pattern 32.9
decorative 32.6
frame 31.9
element 29.8
ornate 29.3
elements 28.8
drawing 27.4
leaf 26.5
set 26.3
border 26.3
retro 26.3
swirl 24.9
silhouette 24.9
flower 23.9
curve 23.7
vintage 23.2
shape 20.9
antique 20.8
black 20.6
scroll 20
wallpaper 19.9
plant 18.6
decor 18.6
curl 18.1
style 17.8
symbol 17.5
creative 16.8
classical 16.3
card 15.9
elegant 15.4
grunge 15.3
sign 15.1
font 14.6
text 14
old 14
line 13.7
icon 13.5
sketch 13.3
backdrop 13.2
letter 12.9
elegance 12.6
antiquity 12.6
texture 12.5
water 12
painting 11.9
corner 11.9
paint 11.8
seamless 11.4
flowers 11.3
classic 11.2
banner 11
splash 10.5
liquid 10.5
cold 10.3
summer 10.3
spring 10.2
clip art 10.2
season 10.1
drink 10
vignette 9.8
calligraphy 9.8
backgrounds 9.7
type 9.6
holiday 9.3
clean 9.2
branch 9.1
drop 9.1
stylish 9.1
collection 9
cool 8.9
filigree 8.9
flourishes 8.8
draw 8.8
clip 8.6
series 8.6
bubbles 8.6
word 8.5
drops 8.5
bubble 8.5
modern 8.4
organic 8.4
page 8.4
part 8.3
clear 7.9
fresh 7.9
ice 7.8
glass 7.6
write 7.5
foliage 7.4
template 7.4
tree 7

Google
created on 2019-06-01

Text 91.6
Font 80.4
Line 75.5
Plant 58.5
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-01

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Clothing
Plant

Clarifai

Clothing 64.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

text visuals 99.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-06-01

a close up of text on a whiteboard 78.1%
a close up of a whiteboard 75.9%
close up of text on a whiteboard 75.6%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

a collection of drawings by person.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a group of asian calligraphyigraphys with asian writing

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-18

This image features a Japanese calligraphic manuscript written in traditional style, utilizing kanji and hiragana characters. The text is arranged vertically, which is customary in Japanese calligraphy. It appears to be a historical text or poem, as suggested by the elegant brushwork and layering of strokes. The writing is divided into distinct sections, possibly stanzas or chapters, indicated by titles such as "第一番" (First section) and "第二番" (Second section). The artistry of the brush strokes suggests a highly skilled hand, and the overall composition conveys a sense of refinement and focus on aesthetic balance. Some parts of the manuscript show natural texture variations, adding to the authenticity and traditional feel of the piece.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-18

The image is of a handwritten Japanese manuscript or document with vertical lines of text. The text is written in an elegant brush style, characteristic of traditional Japanese calligraphy. The content seems to consist of several sections or stanzas, as indicated by headings and structural breaks in the text. The calligraphy features a mix of kanji and kana characters, typical in Japanese writing. There appears to be a balance between thick and thin strokes, which is a hallmark of skilled brushwork. The paper has a light color, and the brush strokes are in dark ink, providing a clear contrast that enhances readability and highlights the artistry of the writing.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a handwritten Japanese text, likely a poem or a passage of writing. The text is written in a traditional Japanese calligraphic style, with each character carefully and artfully rendered. The background is a light, off-white color, providing a clean and minimalist canvas for the black ink characters. While I cannot identify or name any individuals that may be referenced in the text, the overall aesthetic and style of the writing convey a sense of elegance, thoughtfulness, and cultural tradition.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be a page of traditional Japanese calligraphy written in cursive script (likely hiragana or a mixture of hiragana and kanji). The text is written vertically from right to left, as is traditional in Japanese writing. The calligraphy appears to be done with black ink on aged or yellowed paper, giving it a historical or traditional appearance. The strokes show the fluid, artistic style characteristic of Japanese calligraphic writing, with varying thicknesses and graceful connecting lines between characters. Without being able to read the specific text, the overall layout and style suggests this might be from a classical Japanese text, perhaps poetry or literature.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents a traditional Japanese calligraphy piece, characterized by its vertical format and written in black ink on white paper. The text is composed of Japanese characters, likely a poem or passage, arranged in a vertical column. The calligraphy style appears to be traditional, with bold strokes and fluid lines that convey a sense of elegance and refinement.

The background of the image is a plain white, which serves to highlight the beauty of the calligraphy. The overall effect is one of simplicity and sophistication, evoking a sense of calm and serenity. The image may be intended to showcase the artist's skill and craftsmanship, or to convey a message or theme through the use of traditional Japanese calligraphy.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a piece of paper with Japanese calligraphy written on it. The text is written in black ink and appears to be a poem or passage from a book. The writing style is traditional and elegant, with each character carefully crafted to convey meaning and beauty.

The paper itself is off-white and has a subtle texture that suggests it may be handmade or of high quality. The edges of the paper are slightly worn and frayed, giving the impression that it has been handled and cherished over time.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of cultural heritage and artistic appreciation, highlighting the beauty and significance of traditional Japanese calligraphy.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a page of handwritten text in a vertical format, typical of traditional East Asian scripts, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style, with each character carefully crafted and connected in a manner that suggests a narrative or poetic form. The script appears to be in black ink on a light-colored background, which could be paper or parchment. The handwriting is elegant and consistent, indicating that it may be a formal or literary piece. The content of the text is not legible, but the style suggests it could be a poem, a letter, or a part of a larger literary work.

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

The image appears to be a scroll or a piece of paper with black text written on it. The text is in a foreign language, possibly Chinese or Japanese, and is written in a cursive style. The text is organized in vertical columns, with each column containing several lines of text. The background of the image is white, and the text is clearly visible against it. The image may be a piece of calligraphy or a document written in a traditional style.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

This is a handwritten text in what appears to be Japanese, possibly a poem or a piece of literary work. The script style is elegant and traditional, likely written with a brush and ink on a paper scroll. The image is a scan or photograph of an older document. The writing style indicates a traditional context, possibly related to art, literature, or calligraphy.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a long, horizontal scroll of what appears to be classical Japanese calligraphy written with dark ink on aged paper. The scroll is segmented into four main sections, each with densely packed columns of text. The script is flowing and intricate, with a traditional aesthetic. The composition is generally top-to-bottom and right-to-left, as typical of traditional Japanese writing. The scroll has a slightly off-white or beige color due to the aging of the paper. There are some imperfections and variations in the paper texture, which suggest it is handmade. Overall, the image exudes a sense of historical and cultural significance.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a traditional Japanese handwritten document, likely a letter or a piece of calligraphy. The text is written in vertical columns from right to left, which is the conventional writing style in classical Japanese literature. The characters are written in black ink, and the handwriting appears to be meticulous and elegant, suggesting it may be a formal or important document.

Here are some notable features:

  1. Vertical Writing: The text is written in vertical columns, a common format in traditional Japanese writing.
  2. Handwritten: The document is handwritten, indicating it might be a personal letter or a piece of calligraphy.
  3. Ink and Paper: The use of black ink on what appears to be traditional Japanese paper (washi) adds to the authenticity and historical feel of the document.
  4. Seal or Stamp: There is a red mark or seal at the bottom of the first column, which could be a personal seal or stamp, often used to authenticate documents in East Asian cultures.

The content of the document is not immediately clear without translation, but the style and presentation suggest it could be a historical or literary piece.

Qwen

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

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese calligraphy piece. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style, which is characteristic of calligraphy. The handwriting is elegant and includes various sizes of characters, suggesting a dynamic and expressive style. The content of the text is written in Japanese characters, and it seems to be divided into sections, possibly chapters or paragraphs, with larger headings likely denoting different parts of the text. Some of the characters are more stylized, possibly indicating emphasis or the beginning of a new section. The background is a light, textured paper, which is typical for calligraphy, allowing the ink to stand out clearly. The image also contains a date at the top right corner, written in a more formal, possibly seal-like style, which could indicate the date the calligraphy was created.

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

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese scroll or document with a series of columns of vertically written text, likely in Japanese characters (kanji and hiragana). The handwriting is in cursive script, which is typical of historical Japanese calligraphy. On the left side of the image, there is a black inkblot or brushstroke, which may represent an artistic element or a seal. The paper has a light color with a slightly aged or textured appearance, suggesting it could be an antique or historical piece. The text is organized in a structured format, with different sections or paragraphs clearly delineated. The overall aesthetic of the image conveys a sense of traditional Japanese art and literature.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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