Human Generated Data

Title

LACQUER LETTER BOX

Date

Edo period, circa 1700-1867

People

-

Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.386

Human Generated Data

Title

LACQUER LETTER BOX

Date

Edo period, circa 1700-1867

Classification

Boxes

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.386

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Luggage 99.3
Suitcase 86
Handbag 84.2
Accessory 84.2
Bag 84.2
Accessories 84.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

box 99.8
case 99.7
container 99.5
leather 98.3
cutout 96.5
handle 96.4
retro 96.1
vintage 96.1
luggage 94.6
storage 94.6
no person 94.5
desktop 93.3
thorax 92.8
lid 92.4
bag 91.9
old 91.7
isolated 91.7
pack 90.9
crate 90.8
design 89.1

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

bag 100
briefcase 72.9
container 51.2
leather 46.4
case 28.8
brown 28.7
wallet 27.6
mailbag 25.4
old 24.4
money 23.8
object 22.7
purse 22.6
box 22.1
fashion 20.4
business 20.1
style 19.3
chest 18.8
wealth 18
currency 17.9
finance 17.7
suitcase 16.7
lock 16.3
antique 15.6
close 15.4
travel 14.8
luggage 14.7
shopping 14.7
handle 14.3
clothing 14.3
accessory 14.3
closeup 14.1
pocket 13.7
metal 13.7
closed 13.5
worn 13.4
rich 13
treasure 12.5
paper 12.5
vintage 12.4
storage 12.4
retro 12.3
black 12
security 11.9
cash 11.9
open 11.7
texture 11.1
single 10.7
gold 10.7
material 10.5
savings 10.3
baggage 9.9
financial 9.8
textured 9.6
cloth 9.6
textile 9.5
symbol 9.4
fabric 9.4
pattern 8.9
success 8.9
detail 8.8
trunk 8.7
decoration 8.7
payment 8.7
ancient 8.6
pay 8.6
jeans 8.6
nobody 8.6
design 8.4
wood 8.3
banking 8.3
wooden 7.9
zipper 7.9
crate 7.9
carry 7.8
paying 7.8
cotton 7.8
golden 7.7
secure 7.7
credit 7.7
jewelry 7.7
personal 7.6
casual 7.6
old fashioned 7.6
hand 7.6
trip 7.6
rough 7.3
bank 7.2
animal skin 7

Google
created on 2019-07-06

Bag 88.3
Brown 86.5
Tan 83.5
Leather 78.2
Box 74.6
Fashion accessory 73.2
Beige 66.6
Handbag 62.7
Rectangle 59.4
Baggage 52.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

luggage 99.8
suitcase 99.6
luggage and bags 99.5
handbag 98.6
accessory 98
bag 97.5
sitting 96.3
case 95.6
piece 95.1
fashion accessory 93.6
shoulder bag 89
suit 87.5
hand luggage 84.3
box 80.6
coin purse 75.2
belt 74.9
leather 73.9
briefcase 71
stacked 66.2
wallet 61.1
messenger bag 58.1
buckle 57.7
everyday carry 56.7
strap 55.1
tote bag 53.1
old 49.5
stack 33.3
tan 12.2
colored 10.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Purse

Clarifai

Box

AWS Rekognition

Purse 84.2%

Clarifai

Box 71.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

interior objects 83.1%
paintings art 11.3%
cars vehicles 2.5%
pets animals 1.1%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-03

a brown box with a bow tied to it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a small box with a ribbon tied to it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This image shows a rectangular, ornate box with a smooth, metallic copper finish, decorated with intricate golden patterns resembling floral crests or emblems. It is elegantly tied with a dark purple ribbon, looped through a circular clasp at the center front of the box. The overall appearance is refined and traditional, possibly indicating it belongs to a historical or ceremonial context.

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

The image depicts a rectangular box with a lid, crafted using a lacquer technique often associated with traditional Japanese artistry. The box has a speckled brown coloration, adorned with a pattern of circular motifs that resemble crests or floral designs, rendered in a gold or lighter shade. These motifs are evenly distributed across the surface. The box is tied at the center with a dark purple ribbon, threaded through a gold-colored circular clasp located in the middle of an ornamental curved edge detail. The background is a solid, light gray, allowing the box to be the focal point of the image.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows a decorative box or container with a golden, metallic finish. The box has an intricate floral pattern engraved or embossed on its surface, creating an ornate, traditional design. The box is closed with a burgundy-colored fabric strap or ribbon tied around it, adding a touch of elegance. The overall appearance suggests this is a high-quality, decorative item, potentially used for storing or transporting valuable items.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This is an elegant rectangular box or case with a metallic copper/bronze colored finish. It appears to be decorated with delicate floral or scroll-like patterns etched or printed on its surface. The box is secured with a brown ribbon that threads through a brass or gold-colored ring or grommet mounted on a decorative tab. The overall design has a vintage or antique aesthetic, possibly Japanese or Asian-inspired in its styling. The surface has a slight shimmer or metallic quality to it, and the decorative patterns appear to be in a lighter, possibly silver tone against the copper background.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image depicts a rectangular box with a lid, adorned with a ribbon tied around it. The box is made of a material that resembles wood or cork, featuring a brown color with a speckled texture. It has a flat top and bottom, with rounded corners and a slight lip around the edges.

On the front of the box, there are two circular designs, one on each side of the center, which appear to be etched into the surface. These designs feature intricate patterns and shapes, adding an element of elegance to the overall design.

A small, circular metal piece is attached to the front of the box, likely serving as a latch or closure mechanism. This piece is positioned below the center of the box, where the ribbon is tied.

The ribbon itself is made of a dark brown material, possibly leather or fabric, and is tied in a bow at the top of the box. The ends of the ribbon hang down on either side of the box, creating a sense of symmetry and balance.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the box and its decorations. Overall, the image presents a beautifully crafted box with a unique design and attention to detail.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image depicts a rectangular, brown box with a lid, adorned with a floral pattern and a brown ribbon tied around it.

The box is positioned horizontally, with its front side facing the viewer. It features a brown ribbon tied around it, creating a bow-like design on top. The box's surface is covered in a brown material, possibly leather or wood, and it has a subtle sheen to it. The floral pattern is etched into the surface, adding a decorative touch.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the box. Overall, the image presents a simple yet elegant design, showcasing the box's unique features and craftsmanship.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a brown wooden box with a brown ribbon tied around it. The box has a golden floral design on the surface. The ribbon is tied around the box, and it has a golden lock. The box is placed on a white surface. The box seems to be a decorative item, and it is probably a gift item.

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

The image shows a rectangular box with a golden brown color. The box is adorned with intricate designs, including a golden butterfly design on the front. There is a golden lock in the middle of the box, and a ribbon is tied around it. The box is placed on a white surface, which highlights its elegant design.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image presents a rectangular, possibly antique, box. The box is primarily a warm, coppery brown color, with a slightly textured or speckled appearance. It features decorative gold-colored floral patterns etched or painted onto its surface. The box is secured with a dark purple ribbon that is tied in a bow on top. A metal clasp, possibly brass or bronze, is located on the front center. The background is a plain, light gray.

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

The photograph showcases a decorative box resting against a neutral white background. The box, rectangular in shape with rounded corners, exhibits a textured, speckled finish in shades of brown and gold, giving it an aged appearance.

Elaborate, circular floral motifs are embossed or painted onto the box's surface, adding to its ornamental value. A muted purple ribbon is knotted around a central, circular clasp, enhancing the box's overall aesthetic appeal and suggesting its purpose as a container for precious items or keepsakes. The composition is simple, with the box as the central focal point, highlighting its design and craftsmanship.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image shows a decorative, rectangular box that appears to be made of lacquered wood. The box is adorned with intricate designs, featuring floral and possibly geometric patterns, which are likely painted or inlaid in gold or a similar metallic color. The box is tied with a purple ribbon, which is looped around it and tied in a bow on top, adding a touch of elegance. There is also a small, round, metallic clasp or button on the front of the box, which may be used to secure it shut. The overall appearance of the box suggests it could be used for storing small items or as a decorative piece. The craftsmanship and design indicate it might be of cultural or traditional significance, possibly from an Asian country known for lacquerware, such as Japan or China.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

The image shows a rectangular box with a metallic, bronze-like finish. The surface of the box is decorated with intricate, floral patterns and design elements. There are two circular motifs with petal-like patterns on both ends of the box. The box has a dark purple ribbon tied into a bow on top, which adds a touch of elegance and suggests that it might be a gift or ceremonial box. The edges of the box appear to have a slightly raised design, and there is a small, ornate ring or clasp near the center, possibly used to secure the lid. The overall appearance is one of sophistication and craftsmanship.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

This image depicts a traditional Japanese lacquered box, likely a bento box or decorative container. It features a rectangular shape with a slightly rounded lid. The surface is intricately decorated with a shimmering golden finish, adorned with floral and geometric patterns in a subtle metallic design. Two prominent circular patterns, possibly floral or geometric motifs, are visible on the front of the box.

The box is secured with a decorative purple ribbon tied in a bow at the top, and a small metallic ring is visible in the center of the front panel, possibly serving as a fastener or ornament. The overall aesthetic is elegant and refined, reflecting traditional Japanese craftsmanship and artistry.