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Human Generated Data

Title

Section from the Parable of the Magic City, Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō) Chapter 7

Date

Late Heian period: written 998; dedicated 1007

People

Artist: Fujiwara Michinaga, Japanese 966 - 1027

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.365

Human Generated Data

Title

Section from the Parable of the Magic City, Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō) Chapter 7

People

Artist: Fujiwara Michinaga, Japanese 966 - 1027

Date

Late Heian period: written 998; dedicated 1007

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.365

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2021-09-23

Blackboard 61.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-13

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Imagga
created on 2021-09-23

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Google
created on 2021-09-23

Rectangle 85.6
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Handwriting 73.3
Pattern 71.5
Number 68.9
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Microsoft
created on 2021-09-23

text 99.7
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Rug 98.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-09-23

beaches seaside 91.1%
nature landscape 8.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-09-23

a close up of text on a blue surface 66.2%
a blue and white text 66.1%
close up of text on a blue surface 63.5%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

the text of the prayer.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a blue and gold colored painting of a chinese writing on a blue background

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a blue cloth with chinese writing on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-15

This is an image of a piece of fabric or paper with a deep blue or indigo background. On the fabric/paper, there's a large amount of East Asian calligraphy, more specifically, characters that are reminiscent of Chinese script. The writing is arranged in vertical columns from right to left, which is a traditional format for East Asian script. The color of the script is a lighter shade than the background, possibly gold or yellow, giving a sense of contrast that makes the characters stand out.

Each column contains several characters, and there seems to be a uniformity in the style of the character strokes, suggesting that they were written by the same hand. The overall appearance suggests that this might be a form of artistic expression or a document of cultural significance, possibly a poem, a literary work, or a historical document presented in an artistic way.

The condition of the material looks aged and displays some creasing and variation in color saturation, hinting at either intentional artistic texture or natural wear over time. The top edge appears slightly rough, suggesting that it might be part of a larger piece, or alternatively, that the edges have been frayed or worn.

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

The image depicts a piece of ancient Chinese calligraphy written on a blue background. The text is arranged in vertical columns and written in graceful, elegant characters that are golden in color. The inscription seems to be a classic or religious text, possibly Buddhist scripture or classical Chinese poetry. The blue background provides a striking contrast to the golden calligraphy, enhancing the readability and visual appeal of the text. The edges of the paper are slightly irregular, suggesting the piece's age and historical value.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This appears to be a historical Chinese manuscript or calligraphy piece written on dark blue or indigo-colored paper. The text is written in golden or light-colored characters arranged in vertical columns reading from right to left, which is traditional for classical Chinese writing. The characters appear to be written in an elegant calligraphic style. The document has a long, horizontal format typical of traditional Chinese scrolls. The background paper shows some aging or weathering effects, but the text remains clearly visible against the deep blue background. This type of document with light text on dark paper was a prestigious format often used for important texts or imperial documents in ancient China.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-28

This appears to be an ancient Chinese text written in gold or light-colored characters on a deep blue background. It's a horizontal scroll or manuscript showing classical Chinese calligraphy arranged in vertical columns that read from right to left. The background has a rich, indigo-like color that appears to be created using traditional dyeing techniques. The characters seem to be written in an elegant, flowing style characteristic of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The piece looks like it could be a historical document or literary work, possibly created on silk or high-quality paper. The contrast between the bright characters and the dark background makes the text stand out prominently.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-14

The image appears to be a piece of calligraphy or script written in Chinese characters. The text is written in a flowing, elegant style on a dark blue or black background. I can describe the visual elements of the image but I will not identify or name any individuals, as the image does not contain any human faces.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-25

The image depicts a dark blue scroll with gold Chinese characters written on it. The characters are arranged in vertical columns, with each column containing multiple characters. The text appears to be written in a traditional Chinese calligraphic style, with intricate strokes and flourishes.

The background of the scroll is a deep blue color, which provides a striking contrast to the gold ink used for the writing. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the scroll may be an important historical or cultural artifact.

It's worth noting that the image is likely a digital representation of the scroll, rather than a photograph of the actual artifact. This is evident from the clean and uniform appearance of the image, as well as the lack of any visible aging or wear on the scroll.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image presents a piece of calligraphy art, featuring Chinese characters inscribed on a dark blue background. The text is written in gold ink and appears to be a poem or passage from an ancient Chinese text.

  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a dark blue color.
    • The blue hue is slightly faded, giving it a vintage or aged appearance.
  • Text:
    • The text is written in gold ink, which stands out against the dark blue background.
    • The gold ink is used for both the main text and the border around the edges of the image.
    • The text is written in a traditional Chinese calligraphy style, with each character carefully crafted to convey its intended meaning.
  • Border:
    • A thin border surrounds the edges of the image, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design.
    • The border is also written in gold ink, matching the color of the text.
  • Overall Impression:
    • The image exudes a sense of sophistication and refinement, reflecting the beauty and cultural significance of traditional Chinese calligraphy.
    • The combination of the dark blue background and gold text creates a striking visual effect that draws the viewer's attention to the intricate details of the calligraphy.

In summary, the image showcases a stunning piece of calligraphy art that celebrates the beauty and cultural heritage of traditional Chinese writing. The dark blue background and gold text create a visually appealing contrast that highlights the craftsmanship and artistry involved in creating this piece.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image shows a piece of fabric with Chinese characters written on it. The fabric is blue, and the characters are written in gold. The characters are arranged in rows, and the rows are separated by a small space. The characters are written in a traditional style, and the fabric appears to be old. The image is captured from a top-angle view.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image shows a piece of blue fabric with gold-colored Chinese characters written on it. The fabric appears to be a scroll or a banner, with the text arranged in vertical columns. The characters are written in a traditional style, with a flowing and elegant script. The background of the fabric is a deep blue color, which contrasts with the gold characters and creates a visually striking effect. The image is framed by a white border, which helps to highlight the intricate details of the fabric and the text.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-30

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a rectangular piece of paper or fabric with a dark blue, slightly textured background. It contains vertical columns of gold-colored, traditional Chinese calligraphy. The text appears to be part of a sutra or religious text, likely of Buddhist origin. The characters are well-formed and neatly arranged, suggesting it was written by a skilled calligrapher. The overall impression is of a traditional and potentially ancient document.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-30

Here's a description of the image based on the provided information:

The image shows a strip of dark blue material, likely fabric or thick paper. Covering the surface are rows of golden-colored text characters arranged vertically. The text appears to be written in a traditional East Asian script, most likely Chinese characters. The overall impression is that of an ancient or historical document, possibly a religious text, a manuscript or a fragment of an important work. The dark blue background with the gold text creates a striking visual contrast.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image depicts a long, horizontal piece of dark blue fabric or paper with gold-colored Chinese characters written on it. The text appears to be in traditional Chinese script and is arranged in vertical columns, which is typical of classical Chinese writing. The characters are neatly written and evenly spaced, suggesting it might be a formal or ceremonial document, such as a scroll or a banner. The background has a slightly textured appearance, and there are some visible creases and folds, indicating that the material may be old or has been stored for some time. The overall aesthetic suggests it could be an artifact of cultural or historical significance.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

The image depicts a piece of traditional East Asian calligraphy, likely Chinese or Japanese, inscribed on a dark blue background material. The text appears to be written in a cursive style, with characters arranged in a vertical or horizontal format, possibly depending on the orientation of the scroll. The characters are neatly aligned and are written in a golden or yellow color, which contrasts sharply with the blue background, making the text stand out prominently. The overall appearance suggests it could be a religious or philosophical text, possibly a sutra or a passage from a book. The material looks aged, with some slight discoloration and wear at the edges, indicating it might be an ancient or historically significant piece.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

The image shows a piece of traditional East Asian calligraphy, likely Chinese, written in gold ink on a dark blue or black background. The text is arranged in vertical columns, which is a common format for traditional Chinese writing. The characters are written in a regular script (楷书, kǎishū), which is one of the standard forms of Chinese calligraphy. The gold ink contrasts sharply with the dark background, giving the piece an elegant and formal appearance. The content of the text appears to be a passage from a classical text or a religious scripture, given the formal and reverent style of the writing. The edges of the paper or fabric show some signs of wear or aging, indicating that this might be an older piece.

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