Human Generated Data

Title

Avalokitesvara (Kannon Bosatsu) from the Paradise of Amitâbha Buddha (Amida Nyorai); A painted copy of one detail from the Hōryū-ji Kondō murals

Date

Taishō period, datable to 1923

People

Artist: Shinzan, Japanese

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Gift of Lucy Rowland Baer and Her Sisters, Virginia, Sarah, Elise, and Margaret, 1984.42

Human Generated Data

Title

Avalokitesvara (Kannon Bosatsu) from the Paradise of Amitâbha Buddha (Amida Nyorai); A painted copy of one detail from the Hōryū-ji Kondō murals

People

Artist: Shinzan, Japanese

Date

Taishō period, datable to 1923

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Gift of Lucy Rowland Baer and Her Sisters, Virginia, Sarah, Elise, and Margaret, 1984.42

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2020-04-23

Person 93.7
Human 93.7
Art 89.3
Clothing 78.6
Apparel 78.6
Painting 70.5
Leisure Activities 67.8
Drawing 60.2

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-23

ancient 99.4
art 98.6
painting 98.1
retro 97.9
antique 97.2
artistic 96.9
religion 96.4
old 96.4
sacred 95.5
man 93.9
traditional 92.3
woman 92.2
architecture 91.7
Buddha 91.5
figure 90.3
spirituality 89.9
blood 89.2
wall 89
design 88.9
culture 88.6

Imagga
created on 2020-04-23

grunge 46.8
texture 41.7
old 40.4
wall 35.9
pattern 35.6
paint 30.8
dirty 28.9
textured 28
aged 27.1
antique 27
material 25.9
vintage 25.6
surface 25.6
graffito 23.8
rough 23.7
decoration 22.5
art 22.4
grungy 21.8
brown 21.3
retro 20.5
detail 20.1
wallpaper 19.9
design 19.4
aging 19.2
damaged 18.1
weathered 18
color 17.8
stone 17.7
cement 17.6
arabesque 17.5
worn 17.2
stucco 17.1
backgrounds 17
canvas 16.1
frame 15
artistic 14.8
ancient 14.7
mosaic 14.7
crack 14.5
stained 14.4
structure 14.4
concrete 14.4
backdrop 14
decay 13.5
obsolete 13.4
rusty 13.3
border 12.7
cracked 12.6
paper 12.5
stain 12.5
space 12.4
construction 12
decorative 11.7
rust 11.6
dirt 11.5
drawing 11.3
blank 11.1
transducer 11
gray 10.8
torn 10.6
messy 10.6
yellow 10.6
graphic 10.2
architecture 10.2
natural 10
burnt 9.7
parchment 9.6
empty 9.4
lace 8.9
plaster 8.8
embroidery 8.8
text 8.7
close 8.6
tile 8.5
floral 8.5
element 8.3
electrical device 8.2
device 8.1
history 8
building 7.9
rock 7.8
black 7.8
painted 7.6
horizontal 7.5
page 7.4
painting 7.4
effect 7.3
metal 7.2
creative 7.1
sketch 7

Google
created on 2020-04-23

Art 86.3
Painting 81.8
Illustration 77.6
Drawing 77.6
Visual arts 72.2
Textile 65.6
Flesh 53.6

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-23

drawing 99.6
painting 98.6
sketch 97.3
child art 86.4
art 84.1
text 71.4

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 38-56
Gender Female, 98.3%
Fear 0%
Sad 0.8%
Surprised 0.1%
Disgusted 0.1%
Calm 94.4%
Happy 2.7%
Angry 1.8%
Confused 0.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Person 93.7%
Painting 70.5%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 75.6%
paintings art 17.3%
macro flowers 4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2020-04-23

a close up of a building 58.4%
a close up of the face of a building 51.6%
a building in the background 51.5%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a painting of a man with a hat on -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-03

This is an image of an artwork depicting a figure in traditional, intricate attire. The figure is adorned with richly detailed garments featuring patterns and embellishments. A prominent red color can be seen in the garment, with elements appearing in a lighter shade, possibly indicating ornate jewelry or decorative components of the clothing. The background of the piece is texturally complex and muted in color, which allows the intricacies of the costume to stand out. The style of the attire suggests cultural significance, potentially representing a figure of historical or religious importance within a specific tradition.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-28

This is a traditional Chinese Buddhist wall painting or fresco, likely from the Tang Dynasty period. The artwork depicts a Bodhisattva figure in a serene, standing pose. The figure is adorned with elaborate ornaments including a decorated crown, necklaces, and flowing robes with intricate patterns. The color palette is predominantly red and gray, with the red pigments particularly visible in the clothing and decorative elements. Behind the figure is a circular halo, which is a common element in Buddhist religious art symbolizing divine light or enlightenment. The painting style is characteristic of classical Chinese Buddhist art, with its elegant lines and graceful composition. The artwork shows signs of age, with a weathered, faded appearance that adds to its historical significance. The detailed patterns on the garments include circular motifs and flowing drapery that creates a sense of movement despite the figure's static pose.

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

The image appears to depict a figure of what seems to be a Buddhist deity or divinity. The figure is shown in a meditative pose, with intricate and detailed patterns adorning its garments. The figure's face has a serene and contemplative expression. The background is a muted, textured gray, which creates a sense of depth and draws the viewer's focus to the central figure. The overall aesthetic appears to be influenced by traditional Asian or Buddhist artistic styles and iconography.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

The image depicts a painting of a woman, likely a deity or goddess, adorned in traditional attire and jewelry. The woman is dressed in a long, flowing robe with intricate designs and patterns, complemented by a headpiece that adds to her regal appearance. Her dark hair is styled in a way that frames her face, drawing attention to her serene expression.

The background of the painting is a muted color, which helps to emphasize the subject's features and attire. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the woman is a figure of importance or reverence.

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

The image depicts a mural painting of a woman in traditional attire, likely from the Buddhist tradition. The woman is adorned with intricate jewelry and a crown, and her long black hair is styled in a ponytail. She wears a white robe with red accents, featuring a sash around her waist and a flowing skirt. Her right hand is raised, and she appears to be holding something in her left hand.

The background of the mural is a light gray color, with subtle shading and texture that gives it a sense of depth and dimensionality. The overall effect is one of serenity and elegance, with the woman's peaceful expression and the soft colors of the mural creating a calming atmosphere.

The mural is likely a representation of a Buddhist deity or a revered figure from the Buddhist tradition. The use of traditional clothing and jewelry suggests a connection to the cultural and religious practices of the region where the mural was created. The mural's style and technique are reminiscent of ancient Buddhist art, with its use of bold lines, vibrant colors, and intricate details.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and serene depiction of a woman in traditional attire, set against a subtle and textured background that adds depth and dimensionality to the scene.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a standing figure, possibly a deity or a religious figure, painted on a wall or a mural. The figure is adorned with intricate clothing and accessories, including a crown or headdress, a necklace, and a sash or belt. The figure's face is serene and contemplative, with closed eyes and a gentle expression. The figure's body is painted in shades of red and white, with some areas of the painting showing signs of wear and fading. The background of the painting is a plain, grayish color, which serves to highlight the figure and its details. The painting appears to be a traditional or religious artwork, possibly from a specific cultural or historical context.

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

The image depicts a painting of a female figure in a traditional dress. The painting is in an old style, and the colors are faded, giving it a vintage look. The woman is wearing a red dress with intricate designs and a crown on her head. She is also wearing a necklace and earrings. The painting is framed in a white border, and the background is a plain, light-colored surface.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows a faded and weathered fresco painting of a Buddhist figure, likely a Bodhisattva. The figure is depicted standing with a gentle, serene expression. There are two concentric circles behind the figure's head. The figure is adorned with a crown or headdress decorated with small figures, possibly elephants. The figure has long black hair that falls down its shoulders.

The figure is wearing a robe or shawl-like garment that drapes across the chest and is held in place by a decorative belt around the waist. The garment is decorated with patterns consisting of concentric circles.

The overall color palette is muted, consisting primarily of shades of gray, white, and faded red. The painting is cracked and shows signs of age and wear, with areas where the pigment has been lost. The background has a mottled texture, further emphasizing the age and deterioration of the artwork.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a detailed, weathered fresco painting depicting a celestial figure, likely a bodhisattva or deity from a Buddhist tradition. The figure is rendered with a soft, ethereal quality, with outlines in a reddish-brown pigment. The background is a muted gray, with significant cracking and age evident, giving the piece a sense of antiquity and history.

The figure is adorned with elaborate jewelry, including a beaded necklace and a crown or headdress. A large halo, in the form of concentric circles, surrounds the head. The figure's face is serene, with delicate features. The clothing is draped and detailed with patterns, notably a patterned belt and sash in a red hue. The figure stands with one arm raised in a gesture of blessing or teaching. The figure is clad in flowing garments that suggest movement and spirituality. The overall style reflects the artistry of ancient Buddhist wall paintings, showcasing a blend of reverence and artistic skill.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an ancient mural painting of a deity, likely a Bodhisattva, which is a significant figure in Buddhist art. The figure is adorned with elaborate jewelry and clothing, indicating its divine status. Here are some detailed observations:

  1. Head and Crown: The deity wears an ornate crown with intricate designs, suggesting royalty or divinity. The crown appears to have multiple tiers and is decorated with what seems to be floral or jewel motifs.

  2. Face: The face of the deity is serene and calm, with downcast eyes, which is typical in Buddhist art to represent inner peace and contemplation.

  3. Attire: The deity is dressed in flowing robes that are richly decorated. The garments appear to be draped elegantly around the body, with patterns and possibly jewels or embroidery.

  4. Jewelry: The figure is adorned with various pieces of jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and possibly anklets. These ornaments are intricately designed and add to the regal appearance of the deity.

  5. Halo: There is a halo or aureole behind the deity's head, which is a common feature in Buddhist and Hindu art to signify divinity and spiritual radiance.

  6. Coloration: The mural uses a combination of red, white, and black colors. The red is particularly prominent in the attire and jewelry, while the white and black are used for the skin and other details.

  7. Condition: The mural shows signs of aging and wear, with some areas faded or damaged, indicating its antiquity.

This type of artwork is often found in ancient Buddhist temples and caves, serving as a visual representation of spiritual teachings and devotional objects.