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Human Generated Data

Title

Tantric Temple Banner with Decoration of Auspicious Emblems

Date

probably 19th century

People

-

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Lois Orswell, 1994.69

Human Generated Data

Title

Tantric Temple Banner with Decoration of Auspicious Emblems

Date

probably 19th century

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Lois Orswell, 1994.69

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-18

Home Decor 100
Rug 100
Applique 100
Pattern 100
Accessories 99.9
Art 99.9
Ornament 99.9
Tapestry 99.9
Animal 82.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-18

decoration 97.9
art 97.3
pattern 96.4
design 95.3
retro 94.3
symbol 91.9
tribal 91
painting 90.7
ornate 90.7
illustration 90.3
style 90.2
vintage 89.2
texture 88.1
banner 86.4
antique 86
culture 85.4
desktop 85.1
traditional 83.4
picture frame 82.6
vector 82.6

Imagga
created on 2018-12-19

decoration 29.5
container 28.9
design 28.2
celebration 25.5
bag 24.9
card 24.1
art 22.1
box 22
holiday 20.8
retro 20.5
pattern 19.8
texture 19.4
cotton 19.4
graphic 18.2
frame 17.6
color 17.2
gift 17.2
grunge 17
floral 17
decorative 16.7
vintage 16.5
element 15.7
ornament 15.5
gold 14.8
old 14.6
pencil box 13.8
ornate 13.7
symbol 13.4
shape 13.4
silhouette 13.2
border 12.6
style 12.6
leaf 12.4
flower 12.3
wallpaper 12.2
antique 12.2
winter 11.9
decor 11.5
paper 11
year 10.9
elegance 10.9
traditional 10.8
tree 10.8
new 10.5
modern 10.5
ribbon 10.2
swirl 10.1
season 10.1
banner 10.1
backdrop 9.9
black 9.6
ancient 9.5
party 9.5
set 9.3
yellow 9.3
festive 9.2
paint 9
brown 8.8
seasonal 8.7
clothing 8.7
colorful 8.6
covering 8.3
object 8.1
curve 7.9
bow 7.9
culture 7.7
scroll 7.6
temple 7.6
textile 7.6
fashion 7.5
greeting 7.4
present 7.3
copy space 7.2
shiny 7.1
spring 7.1

Google
created on 2018-12-19

red 94.9
textile 75.1
tradition 70.5
pattern 69.2
design 66.6
symmetry 56.1
font 56

Microsoft
created on 2018-12-19

stage 19.4
gymnastics 7
dancing 4.4
music 4.2
person 3.6
competition 3.4
circus 3.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Google

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Person

Clarifai

Skull
Clothing
Animal
Bull
Flag

AWS Rekognition

Bird 82.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-12-19

paintings art 89%
text visuals 5.3%
cars vehicles 4%
interior objects 1.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-12-19

a person hanging on a wall 27.7%
a close up of a white wall 25.9%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-13

a photograph of a banner with a picture of a banner with a picture of a man in a

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a red and blue cloth with various designs on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

This image depicts a colorful Tibetan ceremonial apron (or textile) that features intricate patterns and symbolic motifs. The apron is divided horizontally into sections with a predominantly red and blue color scheme, accented by other colors such as gold, green, and white.

  • Central Panel (Red Section): The main portion showcases mythical lions at the top, illustrated in blue with glaring faces and cascading designs resembling decorative garlands. Beneath them are smaller symbolic representations, including animals like a horse, a dog, an elephant, and bulls, along with other shapes such as swirling patterns and geometric symbols. A black swastika is prominently featured, which in Tibetan culture may hold auspicious or spiritual significance unrelated to the Western context.

  • Skulls and Protective Symbols: The section is bordered at the top and bottom with skull motifs and round symbols resembling wheels or mandalas, which are often used in Buddhist art as protective or meditative elements.

  • Pendant Decorations: Tassels and hanging ornaments of various shapes are attached at the bottom of the textile. These pendants are elongated and add to the ceremonial importance of the apron.

Overall, this textile likely serves a ritualistic or symbolic purpose in Tibetan culture, combining spiritual, mythological, and animal imagery with bright colors and intricate designs to evoke protection, auspiciousness, and cultural heritage.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image depicts a colorful textile banner, likely of cultural or religious significance, featuring a variety of symbolic motifs and designs. The dominant colors in the banner are red, dark blue, and beige.

In the central horizontal band, mythical or stylized creatures are depicted, including figures resembling tigers or lions with ornate decorations around them. Below these creatures, there are various animal representations such as a white elephant, a black swastika symbol, a red mystical animal possibly a fox, a small black animal, a white horse-like figure, and another creature in blue.

The upper and lower sections of the banner contain repeating pattern motifs. The uppermost part has skull-like designs, and the bottom part features similar skull motifs interspersed with circular wheel-like symbols. Suspended from the bottom edge of the textile are tassel-like ornaments in different colors and shapes, adding to the overall decorative appearance.

The style and elements suggest traditional influences, potentially from a Tibetan or Himalayan origin, where such banners are often seen in monastic settings or during festivals.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image appears to be a decorative textile or tapestry with a repeating pattern of various symbols and motifs. The background is predominantly red and black, with intricate designs featuring stylized skulls, animals, and other abstract elements. The overall aesthetic has a visually striking, almost tribal or folk art-inspired quality. The repeating patterns and symmetrical arrangement create a sense of rhythm and visual interest throughout the composition.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This appears to be a decorative textile or banner with a distinctive design pattern. The piece features three main horizontal sections. The top and bottom borders contain skull-like motifs and wheel or spider-like designs in light colors against a dark navy blue background. The central section has a red background with an elaborate scalloped or fan-like pattern in navy blue along the top. Below this, there are several stylized animal figures, including what appear to be horses or deer, rendered in a light color. The bottom edge of the piece features hanging ornaments or tassels in alternating colors including yellow, red, and blue, creating a fringe effect. The overall style suggests this might be a traditional or folk art textile, possibly used for ceremonial or decorative purposes.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a vibrant textile piece, likely a tapestry or rug, featuring a rich red and blue color scheme with various symbols and motifs.

Top Section:
The top section of the textile showcases a striking red background adorned with blue, white, and yellow designs. The design is composed of:

  • A series of blue, curved lines resembling a wave or a scallop shell pattern
  • Small, round shapes in white, red, and yellow, scattered throughout the design
  • A repeating pattern of skulls and other symbols, including what appears to be a swastika, a bull, and a horse

Bottom Section:
The bottom section of the textile features a blue background with a red border, showcasing a variety of symbols and motifs, including:

  • A series of yellow, pointed shapes, possibly representing arrows or spears
  • A repeating pattern of skulls and other symbols, similar to those found in the top section
  • A few scattered images of animals, including a bull, a horse, and what appears to be a bird or a dragon

Overall:
The textile piece appears to be a unique and intricate work of art, blending traditional and modern elements. The use of bold colors and striking symbols creates a visually appealing and thought-provoking design.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

This image depicts a vibrant tapestry featuring a diverse array of motifs, including animals, skulls, and other symbols. The tapestry is divided into two horizontal sections, with the top section showcasing a dark blue background adorned with white skulls and other designs. The bottom section features a red background, where various animals such as elephants, horses, and bulls are depicted in dark blue and white hues. Additionally, the tapestry includes swastikas and other symbols, adding to its rich visual tapestry.

The tapestry is suspended from a black background, which provides a striking contrast to the colorful motifs. At the bottom of the image, a series of tassels hang from the tapestry, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design. Overall, this image presents a fascinating and intricate piece of art that showcases a unique blend of cultural and symbolic elements.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a traditional Tibetan Buddhist banner, known as a "thangka," which is a type of religious painting or tapestry. The banner features a red background with intricate blue and white embroidery depicting various Buddhist symbols and motifs.

At the top of the banner, there are three skulls, which represent impermanence and the cycle of birth and death in Buddhism. Below the skulls, there are three blue and white dragons, which symbolize wisdom and protection.

In the center of the banner, there is a large white symbol that resembles a swastika, which is a common Buddhist symbol representing good fortune and the path to enlightenment. Surrounding the swastika are various animals, including a white horse, a white cow, and a black cow, which represent different aspects of Buddhist teachings.

At the bottom of the banner, there are several small tassels and hanging objects, which are likely meant to be decorative and add to the overall aesthetic of the banner.

Overall, the image shows a traditional Tibetan Buddhist banner with intricate embroidery and various symbols and motifs that represent important aspects of Buddhist teachings and beliefs.

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

The image shows a colorful piece of cloth with a design. The cloth is hanging from the top. The cloth is divided into two parts. The top part is blue, and the bottom part is red. There are some designs on the cloth. The top part of the cloth has a skull design on it. The bottom part of the cloth has some designs of animals. The cloth has some decorative items hanging from it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-13

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a decorative textile, likely a type of banner or border, with a recurring pattern. The design is dominated by a vibrant color scheme, with red, blue, and cream/beige as the primary colors. There's a strong emphasis on symbolic imagery.

Key Elements and Design:

  • Color Scheme: The main colors are red, deep blue, and cream. The red forms the background, while the blue creates borders and outlines. The cream is used for details and some of the figures.

  • Repeating Pattern: The textile has a clearly defined repeating pattern. This pattern includes:

    • Top Border: Features skulls, and what appear to be double vajras.

    • Central Section:

      • Recurring stylized figures, which is the main focus of the image.
      • The figures are separated by a combination of auspicious symbols, animals, and other designs.
      • The animals are yak/ox, an elephant, a horse.
    • Bottom Border: Features Skulls and what appear to be Wheels of Dharma.

  • Hanging Elements: The bottom of the textile features several hanging elements, possibly tassels or pendants in varying shapes and colors.

Possible Interpretation and Context:

  • Religious/Cultural Significance: Based on the presence of symbols, like the skulls, and double vajras, it is most likely this textile has religious significance.

  • Artistic Style: The art style is stylized and symbolic. The use of color and simplified shapes suggests a traditional artistic tradition.

Overall: The image showcases a visually interesting and potentially culturally significant textile. It's a blend of symbolic imagery and decorative elements, likely from an ancient artistic tradition.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-13

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases a tapestry or banner, likely of Tibetan or Himalayan origin. The piece is predominantly made of textiles, featuring a striking color palette of deep blue, vibrant red, and off-white or cream hues. The design is characterized by its folk-art style with symmetrical, repeated motifs.

The top border consists of a blue stripe with alternating white skulls and crossed thunderbolts. Below this is a red band with a pattern of stylized, fan-like shapes in blue, interspersed with rounded designs in various colors. A row of figures is beneath that on a red background, including yaks, an elephant, a horse, stylized symbols reminiscent of swastikas (though potentially representing other cultural symbols), and other abstract designs. A blue stripe runs along the bottom, punctuated with wheels and more skulls.

Hanging from the bottom edge are several fabric tassels, each with a unique shape and color. The tassels contribute to the overall decorative effect of the piece.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a colorful, intricately designed textile piece that appears to be a ceremonial or ritualistic banner. The banner features several distinct sections and symbols, which are likely to have cultural or spiritual significance. Here's a detailed breakdown of the elements:

  1. Top Section:

    • The top section has a dark blue background with white skull motifs and other decorative elements. The skulls are positioned at intervals along the top edge.
  2. Middle Section:

    • The middle section is predominantly red with elaborate drapery-like designs in blue and white. These designs resemble curtains or valances with tassels hanging from them.
    • Below the drapery designs, there are several symbols and figures:
      • A white cow-like figure.
      • A black swastika symbol.
      • A black bull-like figure.
      • A white bird or crane-like figure.
      • A black human-like figure in a dynamic pose.
      • A white horse-like figure.
      • A black figure that appears to be a mythical creature or a stylized animal.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • The bottom section returns to the dark blue background with white skull motifs similar to the top section. There are also red circular designs with white patterns inside them.
    • Hanging from the bottom edge are several tassels or pendants of various shapes and colors, including yellow, red, and multicolored designs.

The overall design suggests a blend of traditional and symbolic elements, possibly used in a cultural or religious context. The use of skulls, animals, and other motifs indicates a rich symbolic language, which might be associated with protection, spirituality, or ceremonial practices.

Qwen

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

This image depicts a traditional textile, possibly a Tibetan thangka or a decorative panel, with intricate designs and symbols. The top and bottom borders feature decorative elements, including stylized skulls and symbolic motifs. The central part of the textile is bordered by a red field, which contains various animal figures and geometric shapes in contrasting colors like blue, red, and white. The animals depicted include cows, a horse, and other creatures, along with a prominent swastika symbol. The overall design is symmetrical and rich in cultural symbolism, likely representing themes related to spirituality, mythology, or ritual. The tassels hanging at the bottom add a decorative finish to the piece.

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

This image depicts a traditional Tibetan thangka, a piece of painted or embroidered cloth that serves as a religious icon or teaching tool in Tibetan Buddhism. The thangka is rich in symbolism and intricate design. Here are some key elements:

  1. Color Scheme: The thangka predominantly uses dark blue and red as background colors, with white and yellow for the designs and symbols. These colors are significant in Tibetan art, often representing various elements and spiritual concepts.

  2. Top Section: The top section features a row of skulls and mandala-like designs in white. These skulls are symbolic in Tibetan Buddhism, often representing impermanence and the cycle of rebirth.

  3. Central Section: The central section is dominated by a series of dark blue and red designs that resemble auspicious symbols or offerings. These designs are symmetrical and include various shapes and patterns, possibly representing different spiritual offerings or elements.

  4. Animal Figures: Below the central designs, there are depictions of various animals, including what appear to be yaks and horses. These animals are significant in Tibetan culture and may represent different aspects of the natural world or spiritual concepts.

  5. Bottom Section: The bottom section includes more skulls and circular designs in red and white. There are also hanging tassels or ornaments in various colors, which might be used for ceremonial purposes or as decorative elements.

  6. Overall Design: The thangka is highly symmetrical and balanced, reflecting the harmony and order that are central to Buddhist philosophy. The use of skulls and other symbolic elements suggests that this thangka might be related to tantric practices or teachings about the nature of reality and the path to enlightenment.

This thangka is a beautiful example of Tibetan religious art, rich in symbolism and cultural significance.