Human Generated Data

Title

Illustrated Sutra

Date

c. 1700

People

-

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.429.9

Human Generated Data

Title

Illustrated Sutra

Date

c. 1700

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.429.9

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-05-31

Text 99.9
Calligraphy 97.3
Handwriting 97.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-31

text 99.8
paper 99.5
document 99
page 98.5
desktop 98
texture 97.5
manuscript 96.4
vintage 96.3
old 95.7
letter 95.2
retro 94.7
print 93.7
typescript 93.1
illustration 93
type 92.6
language 92.3
abstract 91.8
art 90.8
writing 90.5
wallpaper 88.8

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

old 51
antique 44.4
texture 40.4
vintage 39
grunge 38.4
aged 38.1
ancient 34.7
menu 33.4
retro 32.9
dirty 31.7
wall 30
wallpaper 29.9
structure 28.5
paper 28.3
brass 27.8
fare 27.7
rough 26.5
material 26
memorial 25.9
empty 25.8
pattern 24.7
decay 24.2
parchment 24.1
text 23.6
textured 22
graffito 21.5
stained 21.2
weathered 20.9
aging 20.2
book 18.9
document 18.6
brown 18.4
blank 18
backgrounds 17.9
grain 17.6
sand 17.5
worn 17.2
stone 16.7
cardboard 16.4
damaged 16.3
history 16.1
page 15.8
stain 15.4
map 15.4
grungy 15.2
canvas 15.2
surface 15
note 14.7
letter 14.7
design 14.7
torn 14.5
age 14.3
rusty 14.3
close 14.3
textures 14.3
sheet 14.1
historic 13.8
ragged 13.7
burnt 13.6
decorative 13.4
frame 13.4
decoration 13.3
detail 12.9
food 12.8
manuscript 12.8
grime 12.7
border 12.7
sepia 12.7
crumpled 12.7
messy 12.6
concrete 12.5
paint 11.8
stains 11.7
nobody 11.7
old fashioned 11.4
art 11.1
beach 11
space 10.9
correspondence 10.8
pages 10.8
backdrop 10.7
fracture 10.7
spotted 10.6
rust 10.6
obsolete 10.6
poster 10.4
atlas 10.4
envelope 10.3
travel 9.9
layers 9.7
stucco 9.7
doormat 9.6
artistic 9.6
tourism 9.1
brittle 8.9
scrolls 8.9
letterhead 8.9
scratched 8.8
crease 8.8
burning 8.7
yellow 8.6
gold 8.2
building material 7.9
materials 7.8
architecture 7.8
color 7.8
cracked 7.8
geography 7.7
spot 7.7
mat 7.6
dark 7.5
ocean 7.5
natural 7.4
effect 7.3
metal 7.3
insulating material 7.2
sea 7.1
world 7.1

Google
created on 2019-05-31

Text 98.3
Font 93
Writing 70.7
Handwriting 67.5
Calligraphy 62.9
Paper 62.8
Document 56.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-31

handwriting 99.3
text 93.8
typography 82.2
calligraphy 70.6
letter 68.9
script 60.9
document 19.6
plaque 15.9

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

paintings art 69.1%
streetview architecture 18.2%
beaches seaside 8%
text visuals 2.7%
interior objects 1.8%

Captions

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a large, old - fashioned manuscript with a large, old manuscript

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows a piece of ancient or medieval text written in Sanskrit script on a textured parchment or paper material. The text appears to be hand-written in a traditional style, with clear and even spacing between the lines. The script is in black ink, showcasing precise calligraphy.

The parchment has an aged appearance, featuring a beige tone and subtle flaws or marks, reflecting its antiquity. At the bottom left corner, a label marked "1984.429.9" is attached, possibly denoting an inventory or catalog number associated with a museum or archive collection. Overall, this image reflects classical Indian literary or religious works, potentially linked to Hindu or Buddhist traditions.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a section of an ancient manuscript written in Sanskrit. The text is neatly inscribed in black ink on a yellowish, textured paper that suggests its age and historical origin. The script used resembles Devanagari, which is commonly used for Sanskrit. The letters are arranged in horizontal lines across the page, consistently maintaining a traditional calligraphic style. The text features diacritics typical of Sanskrit writing, which indicate vowel sounds and other phonetic details. A small rectangular label with the numbers "1984.429.9" is affixed to the lower left corner of the image. The page may have a cultural or religious significance, commonly associated with Hindu, Buddhist, or Jain traditions, as many ancient texts in Sanskrit pertain to these areas. The entire composition, along with the patina of the paper, indicates it is a historical document.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image appears to be an ancient manuscript or document written in an ornate, calligraphic script. The text is in a language that I cannot identify, but it appears to be a lengthy passage or text. The manuscript has a worn, aged appearance, with some discoloration and damage visible. The overall impression is one of historical significance and cultural heritage.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows an old manuscript or text written in Sanskrit on aged, discolored paper or parchment. The script appears to be in Devanagari, which is used for writing Sanskrit and several modern Indian languages.

The text is densely written in horizontal lines across the page. Some parts of the manuscript look faded or smudged, indicating its age and weathering over time. A few small reddish stains or marks can be seen on the paper as well.

Without being able to read Sanskrit, I cannot determine the specific contents, but the dense, uniform script and aged appearance suggests this is likely an important historical or religious text of some kind written in classical Sanskrit, perhaps a portion of an epic, scripture, or philosophical work. The manuscript provides an intriguing glimpse into ancient Indian literature and the history of preserving important texts through the centuries via handwritten copies on materials like palm leaves or paper.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This image appears to be an ancient manuscript or text written in Sanskrit or a similar classical Indian script. The text is written in horizontal lines on what looks like aged or weathered paper/palm leaf material with a yellowish-brown tint. The characters are written in black ink and appear to be densely packed together in a continuous flow. The manuscript shows some signs of age with slight discoloration and wear. At the bottom of the image, there appears to be some kind of reference number or cataloging mark. This type of document is typical of historical Indian religious or philosophical texts that were preserved through careful transcription over many centuries.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image presents a page from an ancient manuscript, likely written in Sanskrit, featuring a script that is characteristic of Indian or Southeast Asian origins. The text is inscribed in black ink on a yellowed, aged paper with visible signs of wear and tear, including stains, tears, and discoloration.

Key Features:

  • Script: The script appears to be a form of Devanagari, which is commonly used to write Sanskrit and other Indian languages.
  • Language: Although the language is not explicitly identified, the script and the content suggest that it is likely Sanskrit or another Indian language.
  • Content: The text is written in a poetic or lyrical style, with lines of varying lengths and a consistent rhythm. The content appears to be a passage from a religious or philosophical text, possibly a hymn or a section of a larger work.
  • Layout: The text is arranged in a horizontal format, with each line of text flowing from left to right. The lines are separated by small gaps, creating a sense of rhythm and flow.
  • Illustrations: There are no illustrations or images on the page, which is consistent with the style of many ancient Indian manuscripts.
  • Condition: The page is in poor condition, with visible signs of aging and wear. The paper is yellowed and brittle, and there are several tears and stains throughout the page.

Conclusion:

The image presents a fascinating glimpse into the history of Indian literature and culture. The use of Devanagari script and the poetic style of the text suggest that it is a significant work from ancient India. The poor condition of the page highlights the importance of preserving and conserving these valuable cultural artifacts for future generations.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a page from an ancient manuscript, likely written in Sanskrit. The text is inscribed in black ink on a yellowed parchment or paper, which appears to be aged and worn. The script is written in a traditional Indian style, with intricate flourishes and ornate lettering.

The text is divided into two columns, with each column containing several lines of text. The lines are not uniform in length, and some of them appear to be indented or have additional markings. The text itself is written in a flowing script, with many ligatures and connections between letters.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is a small white rectangle with the text "1984.429.9" written in black ink. This suggests that the manuscript may be part of a collection or archive, and the number may be a cataloging or identification code.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and intricate example of ancient Indian calligraphy and manuscript production. The text itself is likely to be a religious or philosophical work, given the language and style of the script.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image shows a page from a book or a manuscript. The page is old and has some stains on it. The text is written in black ink on a light brown background. The text appears to be written in a foreign language, possibly Sanskrit or another ancient language. The text is written in a cursive style, with some words and letters overlapping each other. There is a white tag on the bottom left corner of the page, which could be a page number or a reference mark.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a close-up view of a single page from an ancient manuscript. The page is made of aged paper, showing signs of wear and discoloration, particularly at the edges. The text is written in a cursive, flowing script that is characteristic of ancient manuscripts. The script appears to be in a language that uses Devanagari or a similar script, common in South Asian texts. The text is densely packed, with no visible spaces between the lines, indicating that the manuscript was likely intended for a scholarly audience. The color of the ink is dark, suggesting it was made from natural pigments. The bottom left corner of the page has a small, rectangular stamp or mark, which appears to be a cataloging number or identifier, "1984.429.9".

Google Gemini

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

The image shows a portion of a manuscript, likely a religious or philosophical text, written in a South Asian script. The script appears to be Sanskrit or a related language. The text is organized in horizontal lines, with a distinct top and bottom border. The paper has a rough texture and appears aged. There are some minor stains and imperfections, adding to the manuscript's antique appearance. The script is calligraphic and appears to be hand-written.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a rectangular section of an old, textured parchment or paper. The paper has a cream or light tan color. It's filled with rows of dense, black lettering, likely handwritten, which appears to be in an ancient or specialized script. The text is organized into horizontal lines that span the width of the image.

In the lower left corner, there's a faint, handwritten inscription: "1984.429.9." There are also a few small red or orange smudges visible near the bottom of the image. A couple of stains are visible on the right side of the picture.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a page of a manuscript written in an ancient script, likely Sanskrit or a similar Indic script. The text is handwritten in a traditional style, with the script appearing to be Devanagari. The paper shows signs of aging, with a yellowed background and some visible wear and tear, including small red stains and spots. The text is written in horizontal lines, with each line carefully spaced.

The manuscript appears to be a historical or religious text, given the traditional script and the meticulous handwriting. The content seems to be in verse form, which is common in ancient texts, particularly those of a religious or philosophical nature. The text is likely from a historical document, possibly a religious scripture, a philosophical treatise, or a literary work from ancient India.

The image also includes a reference number "1984.429.9" in the bottom left corner, which suggests that this manuscript is part of a collection, possibly in a museum or library.

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Text analysis

Amazon

1984.429
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MHAME
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O ARRTAmslaotanam

Google

1984.429.9
1984.429.9