Human Generated Data

Title

Catching the Ferry

Date

Mid to late 18th century

People

Artist: Kō Sūkoku, Japanese 1730 - 1804

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 1993.5

Human Generated Data

Title

Catching the Ferry

People

Artist: Kō Sūkoku, Japanese 1730 - 1804

Date

Mid to late 18th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 1993.5

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Human 96.4
Art 94.7
Drawing 90.9
Sketch 71
Transportation 60.8
Vehicle 60.8
Photography 58.8
Photo 58.8

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

people 99.5
group 99.2
art 99
illustration 98.8
print 97.1
vintage 96.6
adult 96.3
watercraft 93.5
engraving 93.2
veil 92.7
wear 92.5
painting 91.4
cavalry 91.3
antique 91.1
furniture 90.5
man 90
desktop 89.6
tree 89.1
retro 86.8
visuals 86.6

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

windowsill 44.3
fountain 35.5
sill 35.4
snow 32.1
structure 32.1
structural member 26.6
sketch 25.2
window screen 24.1
grunge 23.8
drawing 23.2
screen 22.9
old 20.9
water 19.3
vintage 18.2
cold 18.1
landscape 17.8
texture 17.4
support 17.1
winter 17
protective covering 15.7
ice 15.4
frozen 15.3
antique 14.7
aged 14.5
weather 14.3
representation 14.3
sky 14
retro 13.1
tree 13.1
pattern 13
ancient 13
dirty 12.6
architecture 12.5
river 12.4
forest 12.2
black 12
travel 12
outdoors 11.9
art 11.7
season 11.7
design 10.7
trees 10.7
rural 10.6
frost 10.6
grungy 10.4
covering 10.4
park 10.2
natural 10
rough 10
wood 10
frame 10
scenery 9.9
material 9.8
device 9.6
paper 9.4
peaceful 9.2
freight car 9.1
city 9.1
tourism 9.1
paint 9
history 8.9
textured 8.8
snowy 8.7
weathered 8.5
outdoor 8.4
wall 8.2
landmark 8.1
backgrounds 8.1
cool 8
color 7.8
freeze 7.8
empty 7.7
decoration 7.7
dirt 7.6
damaged 7.6
building 7.4
graphic 7.3
ocean 7.3
border 7.2
holiday 7.2
wet 7.2
country 7
scenic 7

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

drawing 99.1
sketch 98.3
text 96.4
painting 95.7
ship 77.3
child art 63.5
black and white 62.5
gallery 59.1
art 50

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 13-25
Gender Female, 50.4%
Happy 49.7%
Angry 49.9%
Disgusted 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Calm 49.7%
Surprised 49.5%
Sad 49.5%
Fear 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 1-5
Gender Female, 50.1%
Sad 49.8%
Surprised 49.5%
Calm 49.6%
Angry 49.6%
Fear 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Happy 50%

AWS Rekognition

Age 15-27
Gender Male, 50.4%
Surprised 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%
Confused 49.5%
Calm 49.7%
Sad 49.8%
Happy 49.5%
Fear 49.5%
Angry 50%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Boat

Clarifai

Tree
Person
Boat
Clothing
Plant
Poster

AWS Rekognition

Person 96.4%

AWS Rekognition

Person 85%

AWS Rekognition

Person 79.1%

AWS Rekognition

Person 77.7%

AWS Rekognition

Painting 88.6%

AWS Rekognition

Boat 60.8%

Clarifai

Tree 67%

Clarifai

Person 59.3%

Clarifai

Person 51.7%

Clarifai

Person 49.5%

Clarifai

Person 47.8%

Clarifai

Person 41%

Clarifai

Person 40.6%

Clarifai

Person 37.2%

Clarifai

Boat 49.3%

Clarifai

Clothing 47.8%

Clarifai

Plant 47.1%

Clarifai

Poster 36.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

paintings art 98%
nature landscape 1.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-24

an old photo of a person 33.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a painting of a boat with people on it

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

a painting of people in a boat on the water

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-04

The image depicts a monochromatic illustration in a style that suggests it may be of East Asian origin, possibly Japanese. It shows a serene landscape with mountains in the far background and mist or clouds hovering above the water's surface, indicating either an early morning or a late evening scene. A prominent willow tree with cascading branches leans over the river, enhancing the sense of tranquility.

In the foreground, there is a river or lake with a boat containing several figures who appear to be engaged in various activities, such as handling a fishing net and oars, suggesting a scene of daily life or labor. Another individual is standing, steadying themselves with a pole, perhaps navigating the boat. To the right, two figures are walking along a path beside the water, with one of them carrying what appears to be a bundle or basket on their back.

The image has an ornamental border at the top, and to the far right, there is a section with Asian script, likely providing context or a title for the artwork. Given the detail and style, the illustration could be from a historical print or manuscript.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-29

This is a traditional Japanese ink painting (sumi-e) depicting a ferry boat scene. The boat is filled with several passengers wearing traditional Japanese clothing, carrying various belongings and items. The boat appears to be approaching the shore, where a few figures can be seen waiting or walking. The landscape features a weeping willow tree with its characteristic drooping branches on the bank, and mountains can be seen in the misty background. The style is typical of Japanese art, with delicate brushwork and an emphasis on capturing the essence of the scene rather than precise details. The composition shows both movement in the water and a sense of tranquility in the overall scene. The black and white monochromatic style creates a serene, contemplative atmosphere typical of this art form.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

The image depicts a scene of a group of people traveling on a boat across a body of water. The landscape in the background includes mountains and hills with what appears to be a willow tree or similar type of tree overhanging the water. There are several figures in the boat, engaged in various activities such as fishing, paddling, and interacting with one another. The overall scene has a serene and contemplative quality, capturing a moment of travel or journey in what seems to be an East Asian or Japanese setting, based on the visual style and elements.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This is a traditional Japanese ink painting or scroll depicting a dramatic river scene. The artwork shows several people on boats in what appears to be turbulent waters. The composition includes distant mountains in the background rendered in soft, misty grays, and weeping willow trees along the riverbank. The people in the boats seem to be in some distress or engaged in intense activity, possibly dealing with rough waters or a flood situation. The style is characteristic of historical Japanese art, with its use of brush strokes and atmospheric perspective. The scene conveys a sense of movement and urgency, with the boats and their occupants appearing to struggle against the elements. The overall monochromatic palette and the brushwork technique create a atmospheric and dramatic mood.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a serene scene of a group of people in a boat on a body of water, with a tree and mountains in the background. The boat is filled with people, some of whom are holding oars or other objects. The tree in the background appears to be a willow tree, with long branches that hang down towards the water. The mountains in the distance are depicted in a stylized manner, with rounded peaks and gentle slopes. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility, with the calm water and serene landscape creating a sense of stillness.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-24

The image depicts a serene and peaceful scene of a group of people in a boat on a lake, with a willow tree in the background. The people are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, and they appear to be engaged in various activities such as fishing, rowing, and socializing.

Here is a detailed description of the image:

  • Boat:
    • The boat is a traditional Japanese-style boat with a flat bottom and a pointed bow.
    • It is made of wood and has a simple design.
    • The boat is filled with people, who are sitting or standing on it.
    • There are several oars in the boat, which are used for rowing.
  • People:
    • There are approximately 10-15 people in the boat.
    • They are all dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, including kimonos and hakama.
    • Some of the people are holding fishing rods or nets, while others are simply enjoying the ride.
    • The people appear to be from different age groups, including children, adults, and elderly individuals.
  • Willow Tree:
    • The willow tree is located on the shore of the lake, near the boat.
    • It has long, drooping branches that hang over the water.
    • The tree is covered in leaves, which are a light green color.
  • Lake:
    • The lake is calm and peaceful, with gentle ripples on its surface.
    • The water is a light blue color, and it reflects the surrounding landscape.
    • There are several mountains in the background, which are covered in trees and vegetation.
  • Mountains:
    • The mountains are located in the distance, behind the lake.
    • They are covered in trees and vegetation, and they rise up to form a rugged landscape.
    • The mountains appear to be misty or foggy, which adds to the serene atmosphere of the scene.

In summary, the image depicts a peaceful and serene scene of a group of people in a boat on a lake, with a willow tree in the background. The people are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, and they appear to be engaged in various activities such as fishing, rowing, and socializing. The lake is calm and peaceful, with gentle ripples on its surface, and the surrounding mountains are covered in trees and vegetation. Overall, the image conveys a sense of tranquility and harmony with nature.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image depicts a monochromatic scene with a serene river and a boat filled with people. The boat is positioned centrally, with several individuals aboard, engaged in various activities. Some are holding paddles, indicating they are rowing, while others appear to be conversing or observing their surroundings. On the left side of the boat, a person is holding a flag, possibly for signaling or decoration. The riverbank is adorned with two weeping willow trees, their branches gracefully drooping into the water. In the background, there is a mountainous landscape, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The image conveys a sense of movement and activity, yet maintains a peaceful and harmonious mood.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image is a monochromatic painting of a boat on a body of water, with a few people on board. The boat is in the middle of the water, and some people are holding paddles. There are two people on the shore, and one of them is holding a stick. There is a tree with branches that is hanging over the water. In the distance, there are mountains and a setting sun.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white traditional Japanese painting, likely ink on silk or paper. It depicts a scene with a boat full of people in a lake or wide river, contrasted with a shoreline featuring a prominent willow tree and figures walking away.

  • Background: In the distance, there are mountains silhouetted against the sky. A sun or moon is visible, suggesting a time of day.
  • Boat: A boat filled with several figures is the central element. The boat is manned by at least one figure using a pole to propel it through the water. The boat appears to be filled with a variety of individuals, some with distinctive attire.
  • Shoreline: To the right, a shoreline is depicted. A significant willow tree with drooping branches stands on the shore. Two figures are walking away from the water's edge, carrying what appear to be bundles on their backs, suggesting they are travelers or merchants.
  • Style: The painting has a delicate and detailed quality characteristic of traditional Japanese art, with careful rendering of textures and forms. There is writing in the upper right corner.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a traditional Asian-style artwork, likely a painting, with a monochromatic, grayscale palette. It depicts a landscape scene with a boat filled with people, a shoreline, and a hazy background. The style suggests influences from Japanese or Chinese ink wash painting.

Composition:

  • Foreground: A boat is prominently placed, carrying a group of people. The boat is positioned in the water, with visible ripples indicating movement. There appears to be someone rowing the boat.
  • Midground: A shore with a few people walking on it, a weeping willow tree, and some plant life are depicted.
  • Background: Hazy mountains and a sun or moon in the sky create a sense of depth and atmosphere.

Details and Observations:

  • People: Several figures are on the boat. Some appear to be dressed in traditional clothing or robes. Other figures are on the shoreline, perhaps having just disembarked.
  • Boat: The boat's design is consistent with traditional Asian boats.
  • Color/Style: The monochromatic palette, the careful use of lines to define the shapes and forms, and the soft atmosphere are all hallmarks of traditional East Asian art.
  • Calligraphy: There appears to be some calligraphy or script in the upper right corner.

Possible Interpretation:

The artwork may portray a scene of travel, potentially depicting a group of people embarking on or arriving from a journey. It could evoke a sense of peaceful travel and a connection with nature. The artist seems to have put a lot of emphasis on serenity.

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Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-26

The image is a traditional Japanese ink painting, likely depicting a historical or mythological scene. Here are the key elements:

  1. Setting: The scene takes place by a body of water, with mountains in the background and a willow tree prominently featured on the right side of the image. The water has gentle ripples, suggesting a calm, serene environment.

  2. Boat: In the center of the image, there is a boat filled with people. The individuals in the boat appear to be engaged in various activities, such as rowing, conversing, or looking out at the surroundings. The boat is detailed with intricate patterns, suggesting it is an important part of the scene.

  3. Figures: Several people are depicted both in the boat and on the shore. The figures are dressed in traditional attire, indicating a scene from a historical period or a mythological narrative.

  4. Shore: On the right side of the image, a group of people is standing on the shore. They seem to be interacting with the individuals in the boat, possibly helping them disembark or engaging in conversation.

  5. Willow Tree: The willow tree, with its long, flowing branches, adds a picturesque element to the scene. It is positioned near the shore, providing a natural backdrop to the activities taking place.

  6. Art Style: The painting is executed in a monochromatic style, typical of traditional Japanese ink paintings. The use of fine lines and shading creates depth and detail, emphasizing the tranquility and elegance of the scene.

Overall, the image captures a moment of interaction between people in a serene, natural setting, with a focus on the boat and the willow tree as central elements.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

This is a black and white illustration that depicts a scene of people on a boat and two individuals on the shore. The boat is filled with various characters, some of whom are holding oars, while others are seated and appear to be engaged in conversation or activities. The individuals on the shore seem to be running towards the boat, carrying bundles and a box on their backs. The background features a serene landscape with mountains, a body of water, and a weeping willow tree leaning over the water. The overall style of the drawing suggests it is a traditional Japanese artwork, possibly a woodblock print or a painting, with intricate details and expressive characters. The image also includes some Japanese text on the right side, which could be the artist's signature or a title.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-25

This image is a traditional Japanese painting, likely a woodblock print or a similar style of ink painting. It depicts a serene river scene with a boat carrying several people. The boat is being propelled by a man rowing, and another person appears to be steering or holding a pole. There are a few other figures in the boat, some of whom seem to be passengers or travelers.

The background features a landscape with hills or mountains in the distance, and there is a prominent tree with drooping branches on the right side. The tree appears to be willow, a common motif in Japanese art due to its association with the beauty of nature and the fleeting nature of life. The water is depicted with gentle ripples, and there is a sense of calmness in the scene.

On the right side of the image, there are figures walking along the riverbank, possibly traders or travelers, as indicated by the bundles they carry. The overall composition and style suggest a peaceful moment in a rural setting, possibly capturing a scene from everyday life or a historical narrative. The use of simple lines and shading conveys a sense of tranquility and elegance, typical of traditional Japanese art.