Human Generated Data

Title

Phurba (Ritual Dagger)

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Paul Bernat Fund, 1972.302

Human Generated Data

Title

Phurba (Ritual Dagger)

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Paul Bernat Fund, 1972.302

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-10

Weapon 68.5
Weaponry 68.5
Pillar 58.7
Building 58.7
Column 58.7
Architecture 58.7
Knife 58.2
Blade 58.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

no person 99.8
monochrome 98.9
ancient 98.3
architecture 98.1
antique 97.2
old 96.7
art 96.1
travel 95.8
sculpture 94.8
retro 94.8
war 94
classic 94
one 92.8
monochromatic 92.7
black and white 92.7
sky 92.6
sepia 90.9
Gothic 90.4
steel 89.2
outdoors 88.8

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

letter opener 100
knife 100
edge tool 70.4
dagger 51.4
cutter 46.8
weapon 36.6
cutting implement 27.4
metal 18.5
religion 17
old 16.7
structure 15.8
architecture 15.6
blade 14.9
steel 14.1
religious 14
culture 12.8
city 12.5
tool 12.4
sharp 12.4
statue 12.4
human 12
body 12
history 11.6
medical 11.5
cross 11.3
ancient 11.2
monument 11.2
church 11.1
sky 10.8
traditional 10.8
column 10.8
skeleton 10.7
anatomy 10.6
holy 10.6
travel 10.6
god 10.5
sculpture 10.5
antique 10.4
light 10.3
object 10.3
sword 10.2
landmark 9.9
tower 9.8
science 9.8
death 9.6
building 9.5
historic 9.2
health 9
medicine 8.8
symbol 8.7
pray 8.7
faith 8.6
handle 8.6
3d 8.5
art 8.5
skeletal 7.9
spine 7.8
scabbard 7.8
catholic 7.8
nobody 7.8
worship 7.7
prayer 7.7
biology 7.6
wood 7.5
famous 7.4
tourism 7.4
equipment 7.3
black 7.2
wooden 7

Google
created on 2022-06-10

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-10

sky 99.4
black and white 88.6
statue 88.4
outdoor 85
sculpture 80.7
text 79.6
monochrome 73.4
tall 42.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Sculpture

Clarifai

Sculpture 89%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

streetview architecture 99.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-10

a clock tower 56.8%
a clock tower in the background 54.1%
a clock tower on a cloudy day 42.7%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-29

a photograph of a black and white photograph of a wooden pole with a clock on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-05

a black and white photo of a wooden stick

OpenAI GPT

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

This is an image of a carved ceremonial object, possibly a ritual dagger or ornamented staff. The craftsmanship is intricate, with carvings that depict human-like facial features near the top. The topmost portion is shaped like a head with a rounded crown or headdress and features a simple carved face. Below the head, the central part displays detailed geometric and textured patterns, encircling the object. The lower section has elongated designs, featuring crisscross and linear patterns, adding to the overall ornate appearance. The artifact appears to be made of a dark material, likely wood or metal, and is displayed upright on a wooden base, set against a plain white background.

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

The image features a dark, ornately carved ceremonial object resembling a staff or scepter. The object is mounted on a wooden base for display. At the top of the staff, there is a stylized human face with distinct features, including large eyes and a nose, enclosed in a rounded, crown-like structure. Below the face, the object is adorned with intricate carved patterns and bands, giving it a rhythmic, segmented appearance. The lower section of the object features detailed carvings that potentially depict stylized figures or symbolic patterns. The entire object appears to be crafted from wood or a similar material, with a polished finish that highlights the intricacy of the carvings. The background is a simple, plain gradient which accentuates the object's detailed design.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows a carved wooden object that appears to be a ceremonial or decorative item. The object has a distinctive, stylized design with intricate patterns and a face-like feature at the top. The overall shape is elongated and tapered, giving it a striking and imposing appearance. The image is presented in black and white, highlighting the detailed carving and textures of the wooden surface.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a carved wooden spindle or distaff. It's mounted on a simple square base and features intricate decorative carvings along its length. At the top, there's a carved face or mask design with eyes and facial features. The middle section has geometric patterns and rings, while the lower portion appears to have more elaborate carved designs or figures. The object has a dark, rich tone and shows fine craftsmanship in its detailed carving work. This type of decorated spindle was likely used for spinning wool or other fibers, and may be of folk art or traditional craft origin.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of an ornate object, likely a ceremonial or ritualistic tool, set against a plain background. The object's elongated shape and intricate carvings suggest it may be a ceremonial dagger or knife, possibly originating from ancient cultures.

  • Object Description:
    • The object is tall and slender, with a pointed tip at the bottom.
    • It features a series of intricate carvings along its length, including patterns and symbols.
    • The top of the object is adorned with a decorative cap or finial.
    • The object appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or iron, given its dark color and texture.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a plain white or light-colored surface.
    • There are no visible shadows or reflections on the object, suggesting that it was photographed in a controlled environment.
  • Overall Impression:
    • The image conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue, as the object's purpose and meaning are not immediately clear.
    • The use of black-and-white photography adds to the object's enigmatic quality, emphasizing its texture and form over its color.

In summary, the image presents a mysterious and ornate object, likely a ceremonial or ritualistic tool, set against a plain background. The object's intricate carvings and dark color suggest it may be made of metal, and its purpose and meaning remain unclear.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an ornate, carved object. The object is tall and slender, with a pointed tip at the bottom and a rounded top. It appears to be made of wood or another material that can be carved.

The object features intricate carvings throughout its length, including various shapes and patterns. At the top, there is a circular design with a face or mask-like feature in the center. Below this, there are several sections of carved designs, including what appears to be a series of concentric circles or rings.

The object is placed on a small wooden base or stand, which is visible at the bottom of the image. The background of the image is a plain white or light-colored surface, which helps to highlight the details of the object.

Overall, the image suggests that the object is a decorative or ceremonial item, possibly from a specific cultural or religious tradition. The level of detail and craftsmanship evident in the carvings suggests that it may be a valuable or significant artifact.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows a black and white photograph of a carved wooden object. The object appears to be a ceremonial staff or scepter, with a long, cylindrical shaft and a decorative head at the top. The head of the object features a human face with a wide, open mouth and large, round eyes, as well as intricate carvings and patterns. The object is placed on a wooden stand and appears to be in a museum or gallery setting.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden object that appears to be a traditional African staff or scepter. The object is standing upright on a wooden base, and it is positioned against a plain, light-colored background. The staff is tall and slender, with a cylindrical shape that tapers slightly towards the top. The top of the staff features a decorative element that resembles a human face or mask, with intricate carvings and patterns. The staff is adorned with various decorative elements, including geometric patterns and possibly symbolic motifs. The overall design of the staff suggests that it may have been used for ceremonial or ritual purposes in a traditional African culture.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-30

The image shows a ceremonial knife or scepter in black and white. It is intricately carved from a dark material, possibly wood or a similar substance. The object is mounted on a simple, rectangular wooden block, which suggests it is being displayed or studied.

The knife has a distinctive shape, with a rounded, ornate top featuring carved details, including a face with wide eyes. Below the top, the handle is carved with repeating patterns and designs. The blade itself is long, tapering to a sharp point. The blade also has carvings, suggesting it may be ceremonial and not meant for practical use.

The image is well-lit, and the focus is sharp. The dark color of the object contrasts well with the plain, light background, making the details of the carving stand out. The overall impression is of a finely crafted, possibly ancient artifact.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-30

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of an ornately carved wooden object, appearing to be some kind of ceremonial or decorative piece. It stands upright on a small, simple wooden block.

Here are some key features:

  • Shape and Design: The object is elongated and tapers to a point at the bottom. The body of the object is decorated with carvings, and it has a prominent handle at the top.
  • Carvings: The carvings seem intricate and include patterns as well as what appear to be figural or stylized representations, including faces, possibly fish, and geometric designs.
  • Top Handle: The handle is elaborately carved with layers or tiers of decoration, including a face-like carving with a third eye.
  • Material: The piece is dark, suggesting it's made of a dense wood or possibly stained dark.
  • Presentation: The object stands upright on a small wooden block that serves as a base.
  • Setting: The background is plain, giving the object prominence. The photography appears to be in a studio setting.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a carved wooden object that appears to be a ritual or ceremonial artifact. The carving is intricate and features several distinct elements:

  1. Top Section: The top of the object has a small figure, possibly an animal or mythical creature, perched on a platform.
  2. Face: Below the top section, there is a stylized human face with prominent features such as large eyes and a pronounced nose.
  3. Middle Section: The middle part of the object has geometric patterns and designs, including what appears to be a circular motif.
  4. Lower Section: The lower part features more intricate carvings, including what looks like intertwined figures or abstract designs.
  5. Base: The object is mounted on a simple wooden base, suggesting it is meant to be displayed upright.

The overall style and craftsmanship suggest that this could be an artifact from a specific cultural or indigenous tradition, possibly used in ceremonial or spiritual practices. The detailed carvings indicate a high level of skill and artistic expression.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a carved staff or scepter, likely of African origin. The staff is vertically oriented and appears to be made of a dark material, possibly wood. It is intricately carved with various designs and figures.

At the top of the staff, there is a circular ornament with a small protrusion on top, possibly representing a knob or finial. Below this ornament, there is a face with large, circular eyes and a small mouth, giving it a somewhat abstract appearance. The face is surrounded by detailed carvings that resemble floral or geometric patterns.

As the staff extends downward, there are more carvings, including what appears to be a figure or figures, possibly human or animal forms, integrated into the design. The staff tapers to a point at the bottom.

The staff is mounted on a small, rectangular wooden base, which is placed on a flat surface. The background of the photograph is plain white, emphasizing the details of the carved staff. The overall impression is that of a ceremonial or symbolic object, possibly used in traditional rituals or as a sign of authority.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

The image depicts a carved wooden staff or rod, likely of ceremonial or decorative significance. The top portion features a stylized human face with prominent eyes and a simple mouth, rendered in a geometric, abstract manner. Below the face, the staff is intricately carved with additional designs and patterns. The middle section includes a figure that appears to be a human-like form, possibly holding or interacting with another smaller figure, which could symbolize a narrative or cultural significance. The lower part of the staff tapers to a point, suggesting it may have been used as a walking stick or as part of a ritualistic practice. The staff is mounted on a small wooden base, and the overall style suggests it could be from a traditional or indigenous culture. The black-and-white photograph accentuates the details of the carvings and the texture of the wood.