Human Generated Data

Title

Work No. 63-9

Date

Shōwa period, dated 1963

People

Artist: Hidai Nankoku, Japanese active 1912 -

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Hidai Nankoku, 1974.104

Human Generated Data

Title

Work No. 63-9

People

Artist: Hidai Nankoku, Japanese active 1912 -

Date

Shōwa period, dated 1963

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Hidai Nankoku, 1974.104

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-10

Art 88.7
Human 87.6
Drawing 83.8
Sketch 76
Bird 73.9
Animal 73.9
Clothing 69.8
Apparel 69.8
Person 66.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

people 99.6
art 99.4
one 98.9
man 98.8
woman 97.1
adult 96.5
two 95.9
portrait 94.7
monochrome 94.4
nude 94.2
no person 94
wear 93.5
artistic 92.1
painting 91.9
dancing 90.8
print 90.2
sculpture 89.9
veil 88.6
child 87.9
skill 86.7

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

hook 34.5
mechanical device 31.1
fountain 25.9
jumping 25.1
mechanism 23
jump 22.1
structure 21.3
man 20.1
male 19.8
device 19.7
body 18.4
silhouette 18.2
adult 17.5
black 17.4
dancer 16.7
person 16.5
dancing 16.4
dance 16.3
sport 15.9
people 15.6
exercise 15.4
harp 14.9
happy 14.4
fun 14.2
active 13.5
activity 13.4
action 13
pose 12.7
fitness 12.6
joy 12.5
statue 12.3
studio 12.1
wheeled vehicle 12
cool 11.5
skateboard 11.1
posing 10.7
boy 10.5
human 10.5
attractive 10.5
rope 10
one 9.7
swing 9.6
motion 9.4
happiness 9.4
air 9.2
board 9
success 8.8
stringed instrument 8.7
grass 8.7
foot 8.6
vehicle 8.5
energy 8.4
pretty 8.4
fly 8.4
sky 8.3
fashion 8.3
teenager 8.2
healthy 8.2
style 8.2
sexy 8
hair 7.9
women 7.9
high 7.8
sports 7.4
guy 7.3
lady 7.3
art 7.3

Google
created on 2022-06-10

Arm 94.3
Plant 88.5
Gesture 85.3
Font 83.2
Trunk 81.2
Painting 79.6
Art 79.3
Tree 78.4
Knee 73.2
Twig 72.5
Human leg 70.1
Elbow 69.2
Monochrome 68.5
Visual arts 67.8
Illustration 66.5
Drawing 65.3
Tail 63.1
Monochrome photography 62.2
Still life photography 61.9
Fictional character 60.1

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-10

drawing 98.9
sketch 98.7
text 98.6
book 93.2
cartoon 87.9
art 82.9
black and white 72.6
air 60.8
image 36.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Person
Bird 73.9%
Person 66.6%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-10

an old photo of a teddy bear 46.4%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-29

a photograph of a drawing of a drawing of a man's face -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image appears to show a piece of abstract art created using broad brush strokes on a white canvas. The brushstrokes are thick, dark, and have a textured appearance, with varying shades of black and gray. The strokes are loosely arranged in a vertical sequence, with each brush stroke differing in size and shape. There are four distinct strokes, which appear somewhat irregular and organic, giving a sense of movement or flow to the composition. The white background highlights the stark contrast of the dark brushstrokes, making the artwork feel dynamic and expressive. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the texture and form of the brushstrokes.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This image depicts an abstract composition made up of bold, sweeping brushstrokes that appear to be arranged vertically on a clean white background. The strokes vary both in shape and direction, with curved and angled forms that have a textured appearance, resembling paint applied with deliberate yet free motions. The brushwork conveys a sense of movement and fluidity, and at the bottom right, there is a small symbol or mark, possibly an artist's signature. The overall aesthetic is minimalistic and expressive.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be an abstract black and white photograph or drawing. It depicts a series of organic, curved shapes that seem to be floating or suspended in space. The shapes have a textured, brushstroke-like quality, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. The overall composition has a minimalist, minimalistic aesthetic, with the stark contrast between the white background and the dark, expressive forms drawing the viewer's attention to the interplay of light and shadow.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be an abstract black and white artwork or brushstroke piece. The image shows bold, gestural brush marks in black or dark gray paint against a white background. The strokes have a fluid, organic quality and appear to be made with broad brushstrokes, possibly using ink or watercolor. The marks are arranged vertically and have varying thickness and intensity, creating an interesting rhythm and movement within the composition. The style is minimalist and reminiscent of East Asian calligraphy or abstract expressionist art.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a striking black and white artwork featuring Japanese calligraphy, set against a plain white background. The calligraphy is rendered in a bold, expressive style, with thick brushstrokes that convey a sense of energy and movement.

  • Calligraphy:
    • The calligraphy is written in a traditional Japanese style, with the characters flowing smoothly from top to bottom.
    • The brushstrokes are thick and expressive, with visible texture and variation in line weight.
    • The characters are rendered in a deep, rich black ink, which provides good contrast against the white background.
  • Background:
    • The background is a plain white surface, which helps to focus attention on the calligraphy.
    • The white background also provides a clean and minimalist backdrop for the artwork.
  • Frame:
    • The artwork is framed in a thin black border, which adds a touch of elegance and sophistication.
    • The frame is simple and unobtrusive, allowing the viewer to focus on the calligraphy.
  • Overall Impression:
    • The artwork exudes a sense of calmness and serenity, despite the bold and expressive nature of the calligraphy.
    • The use of traditional Japanese calligraphy and the simple white background create a sense of timelessness and cultural heritage.

In summary, the image presents a beautiful and thought-provoking piece of Japanese calligraphy, with bold and expressive brushstrokes that convey a sense of energy and movement. The simple white background and elegant black frame add to the overall sense of calmness and serenity, making the artwork a compelling and engaging piece to behold.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a piece of art, likely a painting or drawing, featuring four abstract brushstrokes in black ink on a white background. The brushstrokes are arranged vertically, with the top stroke being the largest and most prominent. The strokes appear to be made with a thick, textured brush, giving them a rough and expressive quality.

The background of the image is white, which provides a clean and neutral contrast to the dark, bold brushstrokes. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the abstract shapes and lines creating a sense of movement and energy.

In the bottom-right corner of the image, there is a small, illegible signature or mark that may indicate the artist's name or initials. The image also features a thin black border around the edges, which adds a touch of sophistication and framing to the overall composition.

Overall, the image presents a striking and thought-provoking piece of art that invites the viewer to interpret and appreciate its beauty and meaning.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a painting. The painting appears to be an abstract piece, featuring various shapes and forms that seem to be made of different materials, such as wood, metal, and fabric. The shapes are arranged in a way that resembles a person, with a head, body, and limbs. The painting is quite detailed, with intricate patterns and textures visible in the different parts of the shapes. The image has a slightly blurry effect, giving it a somewhat dreamlike quality.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows a black-and-white painting with abstract brushstrokes. The brushstrokes are thick and bold, creating a dynamic and expressive composition. The painting appears to be made with a combination of black and white colors, giving it a monochromatic look. The brushstrokes are arranged in a way that creates a sense of movement and energy, with some parts of the painting appearing more textured and others more smooth. The painting has a modern and contemporary feel, with a focus on the process of painting and the expressive power of brushstrokes.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-01

The image shows a piece of abstract art in monochrome, likely a photograph. It features a series of bold, gestural brushstrokes in a dark, possibly ink-like substance, set against a plain white background.

The brushstrokes appear to be arranged vertically, somewhat resembling a stylized character or a piece of calligraphy. They vary in size and shape, with some appearing more solid and others more textured, revealing the individual strokes of the brush.

The composition is simple yet striking, relying on the contrast between the dark ink and the white space to create a sense of depth and movement. The image is framed, indicating it could be a photograph of a painting or a similar artwork.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-01

The image shows a vertically oriented, monochrome photograph of what appears to be a piece of calligraphy or brushstroke art on a white background. The strokes are dark gray or black and have a visible texture, suggesting they were made with a brush. The strokes are arranged in a column, with each stroke seemingly disconnected from the others, creating a sense of movement or flow down the frame. The edges of the strokes vary, with some being sharp and others softer, indicating varied pressure and technique. The image is framed with a black border that has some imperfections and scratches, adding to the image's vintage or archival feel.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an abstract painting or brush stroke art. The artwork consists of several bold, vertical brush strokes arranged in a roughly vertical alignment. The strokes are thick and appear to have been made with a wide brush, giving them a textured and dynamic quality. The strokes vary in length and width, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. The background is plain and light-colored, which contrasts with the dark strokes, making them stand out prominently. The overall composition is minimalist and focuses on the expressive nature of the brush strokes.

Text analysis

Google

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