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Human Generated Data

Title

The Cressets (Kagaribi), Illustration to Chapter 27 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)

Date

Muromachi period, datable to 1509-1510

People

Artist: Tosa Mitsunobu, Japanese active c. 1469-1522

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.352.27.A

Human Generated Data

Title

The Cressets (Kagaribi), Illustration to Chapter 27 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)

People

Artist: Tosa Mitsunobu, Japanese active c. 1469-1522

Date

Muromachi period, datable to 1509-1510

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.352.27.A

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-28

Banister 97.1
Handrail 97.1
Human 87
Art 85.1
Railing 59.5
Mural 59.5
Staircase 58.7

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-09

water 95.6
illustration 95.2
no person 93.3
calamity 92.9
flood 92.3
old 92.2
art 91.6
vintage 89.7
print 88.3
house 87
painting 86.9
outdoors 86.8
retro 85.9
ancient 84.1
dirty 83.1
travel 82.7
building 82.1
architecture 81.9
storm 81.9
pipe 81.8

Imagga
created on 2018-02-09

money 38.3
currency 35.9
cash 31.1
bank 28.7
barrier 27.6
tile 26.5
finance 26.2
dollar 26
business 23.1
bill 21.9
step 21.7
paper 21.2
obstruction 20.8
map 20.5
support 20
bills 19.4
railing 19.1
structure 18.4
exchange 18.1
old 18.1
financial 17.8
dollars 17.4
wealth 17.1
note 16.5
notes 16.3
banknote 15.5
device 15.3
savings 14.9
economy 14.8
pay 14.4
vintage 14.1
banking 12.9
banknotes 12.7
payment 12.5
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balcony 11.2
symbol 10.8
loan 10.5
architecture 10.3
investment 10.1
global 10
frame 10
stamp 9.8
grunge 9.4
card 9.4
commerce 9.3
retro 9
world 8.9
debt 8.7
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change 8.7
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house 8.4
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geography 7.7
post 7.6
envelope 7.6
capital 7.6
buy 7.5
tourism 7.4
closeup 7.4
success 7.2

Google
created on 2018-02-09

painting 73.2
art 71.5
paint 57.6
illustration 54.6
artwork 51.4
visual arts 51.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

Clothing
Swimming pool
Footwear
Human face
Human head
Window
Tree

AWS Rekognition

Person 87%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a woman in a kimono

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

a painting of two people sitting on a balcony

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-29

The image depicts a traditional Japanese painting showcasing a scene from classical literature or historical events. Inside a room, a figure dressed in elaborate, traditional Japanese garments seems to be engaged in a task, possibly writing or painting. The architecture around the figure includes sliding screens and detailed woodwork. Outside, another figure in a green robe holding a fish in a net stands next to a waterbody surrounded by green foliage. The overall scene is set against a backdrop that combines the indoor and outdoor environments, separated by a fence or boundary, reflecting the refined aesthetic and narrative style common in classical Japanese art.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-24

This image is a detailed segment of a traditional Japanese painting. It depicts an outdoor scene with architectural elements and landscape details. In the foreground, there's an individual dressed in classical Japanese attire, seemingly engaging in a leisurely activity within an elegant room. To the right, we see a serene body of water accompanied by lush greenery, flanked by a muted blue railing that stretches diagonally across the painting. Within the water, a vibrant red object attracts attention, possibly a fish or a decorative element. The overall composition captures the essence of a peaceful moment in a natural setting with elements of traditional Japanese art such as delicate linework, and nuanced color application.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a traditional Japanese painting, likely from the Heian period, showing a scene from court life. The artwork uses the characteristic "floating perspective" style common in Japanese art, where the viewer seems to be looking down at the scene from above at an angle.

The painting shows figures in traditional court dress within an architectural setting. One figure appears to be seated at a writing desk or low table, dressed in formal robes and a black court hat. Another figure in green robes is shown in the upper portion of the image. The architectural elements include sliding screens (shoji), decorative latticed windows, and what appears to be a veranda or elevated platform.

The color palette is dominated by muted golds, greens, and blues, with the gold likely being applied gold leaf which was common in paintings of this era. There's also a body of water or garden element shown in blue in the upper portion of the image, with some stylized foliage in turquoise green.

The painting style and subject matter suggest this might be an illustration from a literary work, possibly depicting a scene of poetry composition or letter writing, which were important cultural activities in the Japanese imperial court.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image appears to depict a traditional Japanese landscape scene. In the foreground, there are two figures in traditional Japanese attire sitting on raised platforms or structures. In the background, there is a verdant landscape with trees, clouds, and a body of water. The overall composition and artistic style suggest this is a Japanese woodblock print or painting from a traditional artistic tradition.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

This image is a Japanese painting of two men in traditional clothing, one sitting on a bridge and the other on a balcony.

The man on the bridge is wearing a green kimono with red accents and a black hat. He is holding a long pole with a lantern attached to the end. The man on the balcony is wearing a white kimono with black and red accents and a black hat. He is sitting on a cushion and appears to be playing a musical instrument.

The background of the painting is a muted yellow color, with some blue and green accents. There are also some trees and rocks visible in the background. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, with the two men appearing to be enjoying each other's company in a peaceful setting.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-23

The image depicts a serene scene from Japanese art, featuring two men in traditional attire. The man on the right, dressed in green, sits on a bridge over a small stream, holding a long stick or branch. He wears a black hat and has his legs crossed, exuding a sense of calmness.

In the foreground, the man on the left, clad in white with red and black accents, sits on the ground near the base of the bridge. He appears to be engaged in an activity, possibly reading or writing, as he holds a long, thin object in his hand. The background of the image features a lush landscape with trees and grass, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

The overall mood of the image is one of tranquility and contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image features a painting depicting a scene from a story. The painting is divided into two sections, with a bridge in the middle. The upper section shows a man sitting on a bench, holding a lantern, and looking towards the lower section. The lower section shows a person sitting on the ground, wearing a kimono and a hat, and looking towards the upper section. The painting has a golden background and a few green leaves on the right side. The painting is old and has some wear and tear.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts two men, one on the right and one on the left, engaged in a traditional Japanese activity. The man on the right is sitting on a mat, holding a fishing rod, and looking at the water. The man on the left is sitting on a mat, holding a wooden stick, and playing a traditional Japanese instrument. The scene is set in a traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence and a small pond.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

This image is a painting that depicts an outdoor and indoor setting. In the lower-left corner, there is a person sitting on a green mat. The person is wearing a white and red robe and has long, black hair. Next to them, there is a wooden object that resembles a musical instrument.

The background shows a river scene with a man sitting by the riverbank. The man is holding a red lantern and is wearing a green robe with a black hat. The river scene also includes trees, plants, and rocks. The river is blue with white swirls. The painting is framed with a gold border.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-26

This is a traditional Japanese painting featuring a scene with multiple figures and architectural elements. Here's a breakdown:

Composition and Setting:

  • Overhead perspective: The artwork uses a perspective that looks down on the scene, allowing the viewer to see the elements from above.
  • Architectural elements: It depicts a complex arrangement of a traditional Japanese building with a staircase and a platform. The building's framework is intricate, with pillars and railings, and hints of tatami mats inside.
  • Landscape elements: Adjacent to the building is a river or stream, and there are also stylized clouds or mists that are layered throughout the image. The backdrop gives the scene a natural context.

Figures:

  • Man with lantern: A man dressed in traditional attire is seated near the river. He holds a lantern and seems to be gesturing toward the platform.
  • Figure on platform: A person in traditional Japanese clothing sits at the bottom of a set of stairs, and might be playing a string instrument.

Color and Style:

  • Traditional palette: The painting utilizes a muted, earthy color palette that is common in traditional Japanese art.
  • Gold and gilded elements: The artwork has areas of gold leaf and gilding.

Overall Impression:

The painting has a serene and elegant feel, and most likely depicts a scene from a story or poem.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-25

The image depicts a traditional Japanese scene, likely from a historical period, possibly the Heian period. It appears to be a segment from an illustrated scroll, known as an emakimono.

In the scene, there are two figures:

  1. A man dressed in a green robe with a black hat, seated on a veranda. He is holding a stringed instrument, possibly a koto, suggesting he might be playing or preparing to play music.
  2. A woman in a white kimono with red accents and a black hairstyle, seated inside a room with sliding doors. She is playing a koto, which is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument.

The setting includes a wooden structure with sliding doors and a veranda, typical of traditional Japanese architecture. The background features a garden with a stream, rocks, and a tree, adding to the serene and cultured atmosphere of the scene. The colors used are rich and vibrant, with a gold background that is characteristic of luxurious artworks from this period.

Overall, the image portrays a peaceful and refined moment, likely representing a scene from court life or a literary narrative.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

The image depicts a traditional Japanese painting, likely from the Edo period or earlier. It features two figures in a serene, outdoor setting.

  1. Foreground (Lower Section):

    • There is a woman sitting cross-legged on a platform or balcony, facing away from the viewer. She is dressed in traditional Japanese attire, which includes a long robe and a head covering.
    • To her right, there is a wooden object, possibly a musician's instrument or a piece of furniture.
  2. Background (Upper Section):

    • The second figure, a man, is crouching on a platform or balcony, holding a lantern or a similar object in a relaxed manner.
    • The man is dressed in a dark green robe and a traditional head covering.
    • The background includes a stylized representation of a pond, rocks, and foliage, enhancing the tranquil and natural setting.

The painting uses a combination of muted colors and gold accents, characteristic of traditional Japanese art. The composition and the figures' poses convey a sense of calm and contemplation. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This image is a traditional Japanese painting, likely from the Edo period, characterized by its use of gold leaf and intricate details. The scene is divided into two main sections:

  1. Upper Section: A man is seated on a veranda that extends over a body of water, possibly a pond or a small lake. He is dressed in traditional Japanese attire, predominantly green with a red sash. He is holding a fishing rod and appears to be fishing. The background includes stylized trees and rocks, adding to the serene atmosphere. The man's posture is relaxed, suggesting a calm and contemplative mood.

  2. Lower Section: A woman is seated inside a room, which is connected to the veranda by a traditional Japanese sliding door (shoji). She is also dressed in traditional attire, with a white kimono adorned with intricate patterns. Her posture is one of attentiveness or perhaps anticipation, as she gazes towards the veranda. The room has a tatami mat floor and a low table, indicating a typical Japanese interior.

The painting uses a perspective that allows both the interior and exterior scenes to be visible simultaneously, a common technique in traditional Japanese art. The gold background and the detailed rendering of the architecture and clothing highlight the luxurious and refined nature of the setting. The overall mood of the painting is one of tranquility and quiet observation.