Human Generated Data

Title

Stylized Ideograph Reading "Fragrance" (Kō)

Date

1973

People

Artist: Morita Shiryū 森田子龍, Japanese 1912 - 1998

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Asian Art Objects Fund, 1973.110

Human Generated Data

Title

Stylized Ideograph Reading "Fragrance" (Kō)

People

Artist: Morita Shiryū 森田子龍, Japanese 1912 - 1998

Date

1973

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Asian Art Objects Fund, 1973.110

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-05

Human 94.7
Stencil 90
Drawing 70.3
Art 70.3
Leisure Activities 61.5
Text 60.2
Sketch 59.7
Silhouette 58.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-14

cephalopod ink 99.6
art 98.6
illustration 98.3
no person 97.4
woman 96.9
retro 96.4
action energy 95.7
one 95.6
splash 94.7
adult 94.7
wear 94.2
people 94.1
graffiti 94
two 93.8
dirty 93.6
artistic 93.4
man 93.3
vector 93.3
action 93.2
strength 92.7

Imagga
created on 2022-05-05

automaton 59.8
sketch 45
drawing 40.9
silhouette 31.5
art 30.3
dance 25.9
black 24.9
representation 20.7
design 18
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man 15.5
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music 12.6
style 12.6
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decoration 12.2
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male 10.6
curve 10.5
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cartoon 9.8
player 9.7
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horse 8.5
poster 8.5
swirl 8.3
sign 8.3
element 8.3
pose 8.2
culture 7.7
plaything 7.7
religion 7.2

Google
created on 2022-05-05

Gesture 85.3
Art 81.5
Painting 80.9
Font 80.6
Drawing 70.8
Ink 69.4
Illustration 67.7
Fictional character 67.3
Visual arts 66.7
Liquid 65.6
Figure drawing 64.5
Amphibian 64.3
Stencil 61.7
Monochrome 61.6
Graphics 60.6
Sketch 60.2
Elbow 59.6
Printmaking 59.4
Artwork 56.4
Line art 56.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-05

sketch 99.8
drawing 99.8
text 99.6
book 98
illustration 94.4
cartoon 94.3
art 93.3
child art 86.4
painting 50.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Person

AWS Rekognition

Person 43.5%

Clarifai

Person 45.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-05

paintings art 94.4%
nature landscape 4.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-05-05

a close up of a book 31.7%
close up of a book 26.6%
a hand holding a book 26.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a black and white painting of a man on a chair

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a painting with black ink and white paint on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-15

The image you've provided appears to be a work of abstract art. It features bold, black ink strokes on a white background, which create an expressive and dynamic composition. The ink strokes vary in thickness and intensity, with some areas showing thick, concentrated black ink, and others showing more delicate lines and splatters. Alongside the brush strokes, there are also areas where the ink has been allowed to bleed or pool, creating softer edges and a sense of spontaneous movement.

On the top right corner of the artwork, there is a red stamp or seal, which is commonly seen in East Asian artworks and typically represents the artist's signature or a mark of authenticity. The overall piece lacks a defined subject, inviting various interpretations from viewers and reflecting the unique expressiveness of ink-based art. The painting's style may suggest influences from calligraphy, traditional ink wash painting, or contemporary abstract art.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-02

This image features a black abstract ink painting on a white background, created with bold, gestural brushstrokes. The composition consists of dynamic, sweeping lines and organic shapes that convey a sense of movement and fluidity. The ink appears to have been applied with variations in pressure and speed, resulting in a range of textures and tonal variations within the black forms. Towards the lower left side, there is a small red seal or stamp, adding a traditional element of Asian ink painting to the otherwise contemporary and abstract piece. The overall effect of the artwork is both powerful and contemplative, inviting viewers to interpret and find meaning within the abstract forms.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This is a striking example of Japanese calligraphy (shodō) executed in a bold, expressive style. The artwork features dynamic black brushstrokes against a white background, created with ink (sumi) using broad, confident movements. The composition shows dramatic variation in brush pressure and speed, resulting in areas of thick, intense black marks contrasting with more delicate, tapering lines. There's a small red seal stamp in the lower left corner, which is traditional in East Asian art. The overall piece has a strong sense of movement and energy, characteristic of abstract expressionist calligraphy. The gestural quality of the brushwork suggests it was created with spontaneity and decisive action, hallmarks of the Japanese calligraphic tradition.

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

This appears to be a Japanese ink painting (sumi-e) executed in a bold, expressive style. The artwork features dynamic black brushstrokes against a white background, creating an abstract form that seems to be in motion. The brushwork shows varying pressures and speeds, resulting in thick and thin lines that give the piece a sense of energy and movement. In the lower left corner, there is a traditional red seal stamp (hanko) which is commonly used to sign Japanese artworks. The composition is asymmetrical and has a strong sense of gestural movement, characteristic of East Asian calligraphy and ink painting traditions.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-14

The image appears to be an abstract black-and-white ink painting. It features bold, expressive brushstrokes that create a dynamic, almost chaotic composition. There are no recognizable figures or objects depicted, only abstract shapes and patterns. The painting has a strong sense of movement and energy, with the dark ink splatters and strokes creating a sense of visual intensity and emotion. Overall, the image conveys a powerful, abstract artistic expression through the artist's bold, gestural use of the medium.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-25

The image presents a striking black-and-white abstract artwork, characterized by bold brushstrokes and dynamic movement. The central figure appears to be a person in motion, with their arms raised above their head and legs bent at the knees. The artist's use of expressive lines and splatters creates a sense of energy and fluidity, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition.

In the bottom-left corner, a small red stamp bears an illegible inscription, adding a touch of cultural significance to the piece. The background is a clean white, providing a neutral canvas for the artist's creative expression.

Overall, the image exudes a sense of freedom and spontaneity, inviting the viewer to interpret the artwork in their own unique way.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image presents a striking black ink painting on a white background, featuring a large, abstract shape that dominates the composition. The shape is characterized by its fluid and dynamic lines, which evoke a sense of movement and energy. It appears to be a stylized representation of a person or animal, with the head and body forming the central mass of the composition.

The painting's background is a clean and crisp white, which serves to accentuate the boldness and contrast of the black ink. A small red stamp or seal is visible in the bottom-left corner of the image, adding a touch of color and cultural significance to the overall design.

Overall, the image exudes a sense of simplicity and elegance, with the bold black lines creating a powerful visual impact against the white background. The abstract nature of the shape adds an element of mystery and intrigue, inviting the viewer to interpret its meaning and symbolism.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts an abstract painting with a minimalist style, characterized by bold black brushstrokes against a white background. The brushstrokes are dynamic and fluid, suggesting movement and energy. The composition is asymmetrical, with the strokes extending across the canvas in various directions, creating a sense of depth and space. The painting is signed in red in the bottom left corner, indicating the artist's name or signature. The overall effect is one of spontaneity and expression, evoking a sense of freedom and creativity.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts an abstract artwork with a black-and-white color scheme. It features a series of black brushstrokes and lines that are arranged in a flowing and organic manner. The brushstrokes seem to be moving in a circular motion, creating a sense of movement and energy. The lines are thick and bold, adding to the dynamic quality of the artwork. The overall composition is balanced and harmonious, with the brushstrokes and lines creating a cohesive and visually appealing piece.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a piece of Asian calligraphy or ink wash painting. The artwork features bold, expressive strokes of black ink against a plain white background. The composition is abstract, with the ink strokes forming dynamic and swirling shapes that could be interpreted in many ways.

The ink varies in density, with some areas intensely black and others lighter and more translucent, indicating variations in pressure and ink application. Splatters and drips are visible, adding to the sense of spontaneity and energy.

There's a red seal near the bottom left corner, which likely signifies the artist's signature. The overall impression is one of movement, fluidity, and the powerful simplicity of black and white.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

Overview:

The image is a sumi-e style ink painting on white paper. The artwork is characterized by bold, dynamic brushstrokes of black ink against the blank white background. The composition has an abstract, calligraphic feel.

Composition & Style:

  • Abstraction: The artwork doesn't represent any specific object in a literal way. It is an expression of form and movement using ink.
  • Brushwork: The artist uses thick and thin brushstrokes, with areas of solid black ink and other areas that are more transparent where the ink has thinned. The brushstrokes have a gestural quality, indicating the artist's hand and intention. There are also splatters of ink, suggesting spontaneity.
  • Form: The black ink shapes are organized in a central, swirling composition. The shapes have areas of dense black merging into other shapes and areas of loose brushstrokes.
  • Balance: The artwork has an inherent balance between the dark ink forms and the white space surrounding them.

Additional Details:

  • Red Seal: In the lower left corner of the image is a small, red seal, characteristic of traditional East Asian artwork. This serves as the artist's signature or mark.
  • Overall impression: The artwork conveys a sense of energy, movement, and artistic expression.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image appears to be an abstract ink painting, likely created using traditional East Asian calligraphy techniques. The artwork features bold, sweeping black brushstrokes on a white background, creating a dynamic and expressive composition. The strokes vary in thickness and intensity, suggesting a sense of movement and energy.

The forms within the painting are abstract and do not represent any specific objects or figures, but rather convey a sense of fluidity and spontaneity. The use of ink and the style of brushwork are reminiscent of traditional Chinese or Japanese calligraphy, where the focus is on the expressive quality of the brushstrokes rather than on representing specific images.

In the lower left corner of the image, there is a small red stamp or seal, which is a common feature in East Asian art, often used by the artist to sign their work. The overall effect of the painting is one of simplicity and elegance, with a strong emphasis on the beauty of the brushwork itself.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

The image depicts an abstract composition primarily in black and white. It appears to be a piece of ink or charcoal art, characterized by bold, sweeping strokes and a sense of movement. The central figure in the artwork is a disembodied form, possibly a figure in motion, with elongated limbs and a simplified body. The form is composed of thick, black lines against a white background, giving it a stark and dynamic appearance. The background also features subtle gray tones and a few small dark spots, adding depth and texture to the piece. The overall style is reminiscent of Zen or modernist art, with an emphasis on form and gesture rather than detailed representation.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

This image appears to be an abstract painting, likely created using ink or a similar medium on paper. The composition is dominated by bold, dynamic brushstrokes in black, with varying thicknesses and directions, creating a sense of movement and energy. The brushstrokes are interspersed with white spaces, which add to the contrast and visual interest of the piece.

The painting has a freeform, expressive style, and the ink appears to have been applied with a mix of controlled strokes and more spontaneous splashes, giving it a raw, unpolished feel. There is a red stamp or seal in the bottom left corner, which suggests that the artwork may be of East Asian origin, as such seals are commonly used in traditional Chinese and Japanese art to signify the artist's signature or the authenticity of the piece.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of spontaneity and artistic freedom, with the interplay of black and white creating a visually striking and engaging composition.

Text analysis

Google

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