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Human Generated Data

Title

'Gu' Ritual Wine Vessel with 'Taotie' Decor

Date

12th-11th century BCE

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Arnold Knapp, 1954.120

Human Generated Data

Title

'Gu' Ritual Wine Vessel with 'Taotie' Decor

Date

12th-11th century BCE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Arnold Knapp, 1954.120

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-05

Bronze 100
Jar 100
Pottery 100
Vase 99.9
Cushion 99.6
Home Decor 99.6
Weapon 78.7
Brass Section 74.8
Horn 74.8
Musical Instrument 74.8
Glass 56.8
Goblet 56.8
Candle 56.7
Headrest 55.8

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-11

no person 99.8
one 99.1
art 99.1
retro 97.5
furniture 97.5
still life 95.2
illustration 94.3
metalwork 94.1
vase 93.6
two 93.4
cutout 92.6
wear 91.7
interior design 90.6
old 90.6
metallic 89
iron 88.6
container 87.4
handle 87.4
bronze 87.1
design 86.8

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

paintbrush 74.8
brush 60.3
applicator 58
tool 32.3
metal 27.3
object 22.7
glass 22.6
container 22.1
goblet 20.3
steel 20.3
wrench 17.6
old 15.3
vase 15.3
handle 15.3
equipment 15
work 14.9
spanner 14.7
black 13.8
construction 13.7
hand tool 12.4
closeup 12.1
close 12
tools 11.4
iron 11.2
art 11.1
adjustable 10.8
bell 10.5
repair 10.5
detail 10.5
wood 10
utensil 9.9
plumber 9.8
color 8.9
tighten 8.9
acoustic device 8.8
screw 8.8
household 8.7
stainless 8.7
decoration 8.7
antique 8.6
instrument 8.6
yellow 8.6
design 8.4
style 8.2
home 8
silver 8
industry 7.7
jar 7.7
vessel 7.6
shovel 7.6
chrome 7.5
decorative 7.5
single 7.4
metallic 7.4
signaling device 7.2
device 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-11

artifact 74.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-11

green 62.1
lamp 36.4
chalice 10.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Sword

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Sword 78.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

nature landscape 68.9%
streetview architecture 19.3%
paintings art 4%
food drinks 2.8%
interior objects 2.5%
macro flowers 1.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-11

a close up of a statue 76.2%
a statue of a vase 47.6%
a statue of a person 47.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a green vase with a metal vase on a white background

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-07

a bronze vase with a large base and a small base

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts an ancient Chinese bronze vessel known as a Gui. The vessel features a tall, slim body with a flared lip and a predominantly green patina, indicative of its age and exposure to the elements. Its surface is intricately adorned with subtle patterns and designs that are characteristic of ancient Chinese art. The vessel's elegant form and careful craftsmanship suggest it may have been used for ceremonial purposes, likely to hold food offerings or for ritualistic functions. The overall shape is symmetrical, with a gently curving base that leads into a cylindrical stem before flaring out again at the top.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-26

The image depicts an ancient Chinese bronze vessel known as a "gu." The vessel has a tall, trumpet-shaped top that flares outward, a slender middle section, and a broad, slightly flared base. The surface of the gu appears to be covered with a green patina, indicating age and oxidation of the bronze. Decorative patterns, possibly including inscriptions or symbols, can be seen etched into the metal, creating a textured and intricate appearance along the entirety of the vessel. The background is plain and neutral, focusing the viewer's attention on the artifact itself.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be an ancient Chinese bronze vessel, specifically a Gu vessel, which was typically used for drinking wine in ritual ceremonies. It has the characteristic tall, slender form with a flared trumpet-like mouth at the top and a spreading foot at the base. The vessel shows a green patina that has developed over time, which is typical of ancient bronzes. The surface appears to be decorated with intricate geometric patterns and traditional Chinese motifs, particularly visible on the middle and lower sections. The piece has three main sections: the flaring top, a slender middle portion, and a spreading foot, all of which are typical features of this style of ritual bronze vessel from ancient China. Such vessels were commonly used during the Shang and Zhou dynasties (circa 1600-256 BCE).

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-30

The image shows an ancient bronze vessel or artifact with a distinctive bell-shaped form. The surface of the object appears to be weathered and covered in a greenish patina, likely due to oxidation over time. The vessel has ornate decorations and patterns etched or engraved into the bronze, suggesting it may have had a ceremonial or cultural significance. Overall, this appears to be an interesting example of ancient metalwork and craftsmanship.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-29

The image features a bronze vessel with a distinctive shape, characterized by a wide mouth and a narrow base. The vessel's body is adorned with intricate carvings, adding to its aesthetic appeal.

Key Features:

  • Shape: The vessel has a wide mouth and a narrow base, creating a unique silhouette.
  • Material: The vessel is made of bronze, which gives it a rich, warm tone.
  • Carvings: The body of the vessel features intricate carvings, which add to its visual interest.
  • Background: The vessel is set against a plain background, which helps to highlight its details.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a beautifully crafted bronze vessel with a unique shape and intricate carvings. The use of a plain background effectively showcases the vessel's details, making it a compelling visual representation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-02

The image features an ancient Chinese bronze vessel, likely a ritual wine vessel or gu, characterized by its distinctive shape and intricate designs.

  • The vessel is made of bronze and has a conical shape with a wide mouth and a narrow base.
    • The bronze material is evident from the greenish patina that covers the surface, indicating its age and exposure to the elements.
  • The vessel's body is adorned with intricate designs, including geometric patterns and possibly some form of calligraphy or hieroglyphics.
    • The designs are etched into the metal, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the ancient Chinese artisans who created the vessel.
  • The vessel stands upright on a plain background, casting a shadow to the left.
    • The shadow suggests that the vessel is being illuminated from the right side, highlighting its shape and features.

In summary, the image presents a stunning example of ancient Chinese craftsmanship, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of the bronze vessel. The vessel's unique shape, intricate designs, and patina all contribute to its historical significance and aesthetic appeal.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a bronze vessel that resembles a vase. It is placed on a white surface, and it appears to be an antique object. The vase has a wide, open mouth and a narrow neck, with a slightly curved body. The surface of the vase is covered with a green patina, which adds to its aesthetic appeal. The vase has intricate designs and patterns on its surface, which are carved in a detailed manner.

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

The image depicts an ancient artifact, specifically a bronze vase. The vase is tall and has a wide, flared opening at the top, which gradually narrows towards the base. The surface of the vase is intricately decorated with various patterns and designs, including geometric shapes and possibly symbolic motifs. The craftsmanship suggests that it is an antique piece, possibly from a historical or archaeological context. The overall color of the vase is a deep, weathered green, indicative of its age and the oxidation of the bronze material.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-02

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image shows a bronze vessel, likely of ancient Chinese origin, possibly a ceremonial or ritual object. It has a distinctive shape with a flared mouth, a long slender stem, and a wider base. The bronze has a patina, giving it a greenish-brown hue, which is typical of aged bronze artifacts.

Specific Features:

  • Shape: The vessel has a trumpet-like mouth that gradually expands. The stem is long and narrow, with a series of slightly squared or rectangular sections. The base flares out, providing stability.
  • Decoration: The surface of the bronze is adorned with intricate patterns. You can see detailed designs, likely motifs common in ancient Chinese art and possibly including symbolic representations.
  • Material and Texture: The bronze has a textured appearance. The patina creates a mottled, weathered look, confirming that it has aged.

Possible Context:

Based on its appearance, it's highly likely that this vessel is a significant historical artifact, perhaps from the Bronze Age or later. It might have been used for rituals, offerings, or ceremonial purposes. The design elements provide clues to the artistic and cultural traditions of the time it was made.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-02

The image shows an ancient-looking bronze vessel against a plain off-white background. The vessel has a trumpet-shaped top that widens considerably from a narrow neck. The surface is a mottled green-brown, likely due to oxidation or patina from age. Etched or cast patterns adorn the surface, and there's a distinct geometric block in the middle of the stem. The base is also flared, and is covered in the same patterned details as the rest of the piece. The lighting is soft, accentuating the texture and details of the vessel.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts an ancient bronze vessel, which appears to be a ritual wine cup known as a "Gu" in Chinese. This type of vessel is characteristic of the Shang and Zhou dynasties in ancient China, dating back to around the 2nd millennium BCE.

Key features of the vessel include:

  1. Shape: The vessel has a tall, slender form with a flared mouth. The body tapers down to a narrow waist before widening slightly at the base.
  2. Decoration: The surface of the vessel is adorned with intricate geometric patterns and possibly some inscriptions. These designs are typical of ancient Chinese bronzes and often hold symbolic or decorative significance.
  3. Material: The vessel is made of bronze, which has a greenish patina due to oxidation over time, giving it an aged and historical appearance.
  4. Structure: The vessel has a distinct, elongated neck that connects the wide, flared mouth to the body. The base is slightly flared as well, providing stability.

This type of artifact was often used in religious ceremonies and rituals, reflecting the cultural and spiritual significance of bronze vessels in ancient Chinese society.

Qwen

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