Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of the Cylindrical Base of a Short Pedestaled Vessel, the Base with Circular Peforations in Five Registers

Date

c. 3000 BCE-c. 2000 BCE

People

-

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art in honor of Professor Max Loehr, 1984.43

Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of the Cylindrical Base of a Short Pedestaled Vessel, the Base with Circular Peforations in Five Registers

Date

c. 3000 BCE-c. 2000 BCE

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art in honor of Professor Max Loehr, 1984.43

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-07

Pillow 95.4
Cushion 95.4
Pottery 94.6
Jar 88
Vase 88
Art 84.7
Porcelain 84.7
Beverage 76.9
Drink 76.9
Outdoors 73.4
Nature 73.4
Winter 73.4
Snow 73.4
Jug 58.3
Archaeology 57.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-07

no person 97.9
one 89.1
container 88
stranded 84
traditional 81.7
food 80
retro 79.5
lid 78.6
old 77.3
isolate 75.7
art 75.1
desktop 74
cutout 72.5
isolated 69.3
single 68.6
cold 67.4
still life 67.4
drink 64.9
kitchenware 64.7
disjunct 63.4

Imagga
created on 2019-07-07

body armor 62.4
armor 46.8
protective covering 35.8
drink 17.5
glass 16.6
container 16.1
covering 15.9
beverage 15.5
breastplate 15.1
cone 13.7
pitcher 13.2
food 13
cold 12.9
water 12.7
object 12.4
decoration 12.4
armor plate 12.1
antique 11.8
decorative 11.7
bust 11.5
healthy 11.3
sculpture 11
art 10.9
refreshment 10.9
vessel 10.7
old 10.4
brown 10.3
gold 9.9
cube 9.7
celebration 9.6
ancient 9.5
plate 9.4
symbol 9.4
ice 9.3
nobody 9.3
holiday 9.3
cup 9.2
health 9
vase 9
new 8.9
pattern 8.9
texture 8.3
bar 8.3
traditional 8.3
reflection 8.1
ceramic 7.7
party 7.7
clean 7.5
freshness 7.5
vintage 7.4
against 7.3
yellow 7.3
metal 7.2
home 7.2
transparent 7.2
wet 7.1
top 7.1
plastic art 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-07

earthenware 91.4
Ceramic 86.2
Pottery 69.7
Beige 54.8
Artifact 54.5

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-07

ceramic 75.2
ceramic ware 33.7
stoneware 15.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Milk
Snowman

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Milk 76.9%

AWS Rekognition

Snowman 73.4%

Clarifai

Vase 62.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-07

food drinks 100%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a vase with holes in it and a spoon in the middle

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a ceramic bowl with holes on the bottom

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This is an image of an ancient ceramic vessel or artifact, possibly designed for functional use or decorative purposes. The object appears cylindrical and slightly tapered, with a cream or beige color and an uneven surface texture. It is perforated with multiple circular holes arranged in rows along its body, likely for ventilation or drainage. The upper rim is jagged and irregular, with triangular or pointed extensions. The base of the vessel flares out slightly, adding stability to its structure. Based on its style, it might be a historical or archaeological item from a past civilization with utilitarian or ritualistic significance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a rustic, cylindrical clay object that resembles a pottery vessel. The clay is a light, earthy color and appears to be roughly molded, giving it a handcrafted look. The object is perforated with small holes distributed evenly across its surface, suggesting it may have a functional purpose such as ventilation or drainage. The top of the vessel is uneven and jagged, forming a crown-like shape with larger holes cut into the upper section, while the bottom is wider and appears to be more stable. The overall design is primitive and may be indicative of a historical artifact or a piece made with traditional crafting techniques.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows a ceramic or pottery object with a unique, textured design. It appears to be a vessel or container of some kind, with a rounded, irregular shape and multiple holes or perforations throughout its surface. The material looks to be a light, earthy-colored clay or ceramic. The overall appearance suggests a handmade, artisanal quality to the object.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This image shows what appears to be a ceramic or clay vessel with a distinctive design. It has a cylindrical shape that flares outward at the top with an irregular, organic-looking rim. The vessel is perforated with multiple holes arranged in horizontal rows around its body. The color is a light beige or off-white, and the texture appears rough and somewhat rustic. The holes give it an almost lantern-like quality, though its exact purpose isn't immediately clear. The piece has an artisanal, handcrafted look with slight irregularities in its form that suggest it was hand-built rather than wheel-thrown. The surface shows some natural variations in color and texture that might have resulted from the firing process.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient, weathered ceramic vessel, characterized by its light beige color and numerous holes of varying sizes. The vessel's shape is irregular, with a wide mouth that narrows into a cylindrical body and then widens again at the base. It features a series of horizontal lines around its middle section, adding to its unique design.

The holes are scattered throughout the vessel, with some being small and others larger. The largest holes are located near the top, while the smaller ones are more evenly distributed along the body. The vessel's surface appears rough and worn, suggesting that it has been exposed to the elements for an extended period.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the vessel. Overall, the image provides a detailed and intimate look at this ancient ceramic piece, showcasing its intricate design and weathered appearance.

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

This image features a weathered, clay object with a cylindrical shape and a wide base that narrows towards the top. The object has a flat bottom and a jagged, irregular edge at the top, with several holes of varying sizes scattered throughout its surface. The object appears to be made of clay or ceramic material and has a light brown color with darker brown spots and stains. The background of the image is a gradient of white and gray, suggesting that the object is being displayed against a neutral backdrop. Overall, the image presents a detailed view of the object's texture, shape, and color, highlighting its unique features and characteristics.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts an antique ceramic object, possibly a lamp or a decorative vase. The object is placed on a white background, which highlights its intricate design and weathered appearance. The ceramic piece has a cylindrical body with a flared rim at the top and a flat base at the bottom. The surface is covered with small, evenly spaced holes, giving it a perforated or lattice-like appearance. The material appears to be a light-colored clay, possibly terracotta, with a slightly rough texture. The object's overall shape and decorative features suggest that it may have been crafted using traditional hand-building techniques, such as coiling or slab construction.

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

The image depicts a close-up view of an antique vase with a cylindrical body and a wide opening at the top. The vase is made of clay, and its surface is adorned with a series of holes that are evenly spaced around the circumference. The vase is placed on a white surface, which could be a table or a display stand. The vase has a unique design, and the holes add an interesting texture to the overall appearance.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases an ancient, weathered ceramic vessel. It appears to be a tall, cylindrical object with a flared base and a jagged, uneven rim. The body of the vessel has numerous circular perforations arranged in horizontal rows, creating a textured, almost latticed effect. The vessel's color is a faded, earthy beige or light brown, with darker patches suggesting age and wear. Some areas of the surface exhibit cracks and imperfections, further emphasizing the artifact's age and possible fragility. One section of the rim is broken or chipped, and one edge of the rim projects upward. The vessel stands against a plain, light blue-gray background.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a fragmented, light-colored ceramic artifact against a bright white background. The ceramic piece features a cylindrical base that flares out slightly at the bottom. Circular holes perforate the cylinder in neat, horizontal rows, with a decorative band between each row. The upper part of the cylinder is irregularly shaped, with what appears to be a section broken off or intentionally designed with jagged edges and pointed extensions. There are also holes in the upper fragmented portion. The object appears to be weathered or damaged, with variations in color and texture suggesting age and exposure.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a ceramic object that appears to be an ancient or traditional artifact. It has a conical shape with a wide base that tapers towards the top. The surface of the object is adorned with numerous circular holes of varying sizes, arranged in a seemingly random pattern. These holes are distributed across the entire surface, including the sides and the top.

The object has a rough, uneven texture, suggesting it might be handmade. The material looks like clay or terracotta, which is commonly used in pottery. The top of the object features a pointed spout or extension, which could indicate it was used for pouring liquids or perhaps as part of a ritual or ceremonial practice.

The overall design and craftsmanship suggest that this item could be an antique or a piece of traditional pottery, possibly used for practical or ceremonial purposes in ancient times.

Qwen

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

The image shows a clay object that appears to be a traditional pottery item. It has a cylindrical body with rounded edges, adorned with a series of evenly spaced holes around its circumference. At the top, there is a conical section with additional holes, and extending from the right side is a narrow, elongated piece that could be a handle or a decorative element. The object has a rough, unglazed surface, giving it a handmade, rustic appearance. The base of the object is slightly expanded, providing stability. The overall shape and design suggest it might be a tool or a container for food or other items, possibly with a historical or cultural significance.

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

This image shows a ceramic or clay object with a unique and abstract design. The object is roughly cylindrical in shape but has an irregular top that is open and uneven, with several circular holes of varying sizes scattered across its surface. The texture appears rough and uneven, suggesting it might be handmade or designed to have a rustic appearance. The color is a muted, earthy grayish-brown, typical of unglazed clay. The object is placed against a plain, light-colored background, which helps to highlight its details. The purpose of this object is not immediately clear from the image alone; it could be a decorative piece, a functional item like a planter or a strainer, or perhaps part of a larger artistic installation.