Human Generated Data

Title

Double-sided wooden printing block: Tales of Endurance (Ehon Kanninki)

Date

Late Edo period, 1828

People

-

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of MRS. MAX LOEHR, 1965.25

Human Generated Data

Title

Double-sided wooden printing block: Tales of Endurance (Ehon Kanninki)

Date

Late Edo period, 1828

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of MRS. MAX LOEHR, 1965.25

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-11

Animal 94.2
Furniture 91.7
Screen 64.6
Electronics 64.6
Fire Screen 64.3
Sideboard 60.4
Tabletop 59.2
Text 55.8
Wall 55.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

art 97.2
texture 95.6
wood 95.1
blank 94.1
vintage 94
picture frame 93.7
no person 93.6
book bindings 93.4
portfolio 93
old 91.3
retro 91.1
abstract 90.8
bird 89.3
collage 88.7
design 88.3
margin 87.1
desktop 86.9
cover 86.1
furniture 85.5
one 85

Imagga
created on 2022-06-11

container 65.2
bag 55.9
purse 53.8
wallet 51.5
case 48.5
box 27
object 26.4
fire screen 25.8
leather 25.8
screen 21.4
protective covering 20.8
old 20.2
business 20
brown 19.1
black 18.6
metal 18.5
briefcase 17.8
paper 17.3
money 16.2
covering 15.2
equipment 14.8
finance 14.4
vintage 14.1
lock 13.4
storage 13.3
currency 12.6
personal 12.4
chest 12.4
book 12.1
cash 11.9
nobody 11.7
buckle 11.4
antique 11.3
texture 11.1
shopping 11
closeup 10.8
wealth 10.8
pocket 10.8
single 10.7
retro 10.7
device 10.7
studio 10.6
textured 10.5
binder 10.5
binding 10.3
close 10.3
pattern 10.3
design 10.1
luggage 9.8
suitcase 9.8
financial 9.8
button 9.7
office 9.6
blank 9.4
cover 9.3
clothing 8.9
closed 8.7
fastener 8.6
empty 8.6
grunge 8.5
frame 8.3
fashion 8.3
note 8.3
music 8.1
computer 8
objects 7.8
carry 7.8
gift 7.7
card 7.7
accessory 7.6
textile 7.6
sound 7.5
recorder 7.5
savings 7.5
rich 7.5
amplifier 7.4
dollar 7.4
technology 7.4
symbol 7.4
letter 7.3
success 7.2
information 7.1
silver 7.1

Google
created on 2022-06-11

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-11

text 97.6
white 64.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird

Clarifai

Book

AWS Rekognition

Bird 94.2%

Clarifai

Book 50.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-11

interior objects 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-11

an old photo of a person 52%
a close up of a sign 51.9%
a sign on a wall 51.8%

Salesforce

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

This image depicts a carved wooden block used for printing, likely in traditional woodblock printing. The block features two distinct sections. On the left, there is an intricately carved scene portraying a landscape with a figure standing near a fence, surrounded by trees and possibly a water body. The details suggest it could represent a pastoral or rural setting. On the right, there is a dense arrangement of characters or text, possibly written in an East Asian script, such as Chinese or Japanese. The block is resting on a flat light-colored surface, and a small white support fixture is placed at the top center, casting a shadow. The craftsmanship indicates a focus on both artistic depiction and functional use for printing.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts a woodblock designed for printing. The woodblock shows intricate carvings consisting of two main parts. On the left side, there is an illustration featuring a scenic landscape with what appears to be a person standing on a bridge, surrounded by trees and clouds. The details are carved to create a textured representation of the scene. On the right side, there is a block of Japanese or Chinese characters arranged vertically, which are also carved in relief. Above the woodblock, a small object with two protrusions casts a shadow on the surface, possibly part of the photographic setup. The background is a plain, light surface, highlighting the details of the woodblock.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a sculptural artwork. The artwork consists of two main elements - a relief sculpture on the left side depicting a landscape with a figure, and an inscription or text on the right side. The relief sculpture has a textured, carved appearance, creating a sense of depth and detail. The inscription on the right side is written in what appears to be an Asian script, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The overall composition has a stark, minimalist aesthetic, with the contrasting elements of the relief sculpture and the inscribed text creating a visually striking and thought-provoking piece.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The black and white image shows an antique carved wooden panel or door with intricate designs and patterns. The carvings depict various nature scenes, possibly including trees, plants, and animals. The panel has a weathered, aged appearance, suggesting it is quite old. A small metal wind vane or weathervane in the shape of a rooster or bird sits atop the carved wooden piece, casting a shadow on the white background behind it.

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

This appears to be a historical printing plate or woodblock. It's a dark, rectangular piece that shows carved or etched text and patterns across its surface. The plate appears to be made of wood or metal and has a textured, relief surface where the carved areas would have been used to transfer ink onto paper during printing. The right side shows what looks like columns of text, while the left side has a more open design or illustration area. The image is in black and white, showing the plate casting a shadow, which helps emphasize its three-dimensional nature. This type of plate would have been used in traditional printing processes, possibly from the era before modern printing methods were developed.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a rectangular, dark-colored plaque or stone slab featuring an engraved design. The slab is divided into two sections by a vertical line, with the left side showcasing a scene of people and animals, including a horse, and the right side displaying a text in an unknown language.

The plaque's edges are slightly worn, and it appears to be mounted on a wall or placed on a flat surface. A small, white object resembling a pushpin is attached to the top center of the plaque, casting a shadow on the wall behind it.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the plaque. The overall atmosphere suggests that the image is a photograph taken for documentation or archival purposes, possibly in a museum or historical setting.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an ancient, rectangular wooden block with intricate carvings. The block is positioned horizontally, with its long sides facing left and right. It features two distinct sections: the left side showcases a scene with people, while the right side displays text in an unknown language.

The block's surface exhibits signs of wear and aging, with visible cracks and scratches. A small metal object, possibly a pin or a clamp, is attached to the top center of the block, casting a shadow on the surrounding surface. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a display for educational purposes. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry of a bygone era.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a black and white photograph of a wooden block with an engraving on it. The engraving depicts a scene of a person standing on a bridge with a horse, and a mountain range in the background. The engraving is in a vertical position, and it seems to be a part of a larger piece of art. The engraving is in a foreign language, and it is not possible to decipher the meaning of the engraving without further information.

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

The image features a black rectangular object that appears to be a wooden block with a carving on it. The carving depicts a scene with a person, possibly a samurai, standing in front of a fence. There is also a small object in the upper right corner, which seems to be a piece of paper with a light source above it. The shadows cast by the light source indicate that the object is placed on a white surface.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a rectangular object, likely a woodblock or a plaque, mounted on a light-colored wall. The object is dark in color and features two distinct sections: a pictorial carving on the left and vertical rows of script on the right. The object has a thick, dark border or frame, with the left and right sides appearing raised or thicker than the top and bottom.

The pictorial carving on the left side seems to depict a landscape or scene with figures, trees, and structures. The carving style is intricate, with many details that suggest a historical or traditional subject.

The right side of the object is covered in vertical columns of script. The characters are carved in relief, making them stand out from the background.

The entire object is mounted to the wall with a pushpin, which casts a small shadow above the plaque. The wall background is plain. The image is in black and white, which adds to the impression that the object is an antique.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a large, rectangular wooden block, likely a printing block. The block is divided into two main sections. The left side features a detailed, low-relief carving of a landscape with figures, possibly depicting a scene from a narrative. The right side is filled with vertical columns of text, also carved in relief, suggesting it contains a written passage.

The wooden block appears to be mounted or displayed on a plain white surface, perhaps a wall. A pin or tack is visible at the top, holding the block in place. The overall tone of the image is black and white, giving it a sense of age and historical significance. The quality of the image suggests that it may be a photograph of an artifact.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a wooden block with intricate carvings, likely used for printing. The block is divided into two main sections:

  1. Left Section: This part features a detailed landscape scene. The carving includes trees, a body of water, and possibly a structure or bridge. The trees are depicted with branches and foliage, and the water appears to have ripples or waves. The overall scene suggests a serene natural environment.

  2. Right Section: This part contains text carved in reverse, which is typical for printing blocks. The text is arranged in columns and appears to be in a script that is not easily identifiable from the image alone. The letters are deeply carved, indicating that they are meant to hold ink for printing.

The block itself is made of wood and shows signs of wear and age, suggesting it has been used for printing multiple times. The carvings are precise and detailed, indicating a high level of craftsmanship. The image is in black and white, which emphasizes the texture and depth of the carvings.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image appears to be a historical artifact, possibly a wooden printing block or a page from an old book. It is rectangular and made of wood, with intricate carvings and text engraved into it. On the left side, there is an illustration depicting a scene that looks like a historical or cultural event, possibly involving people, buildings, and possibly trees or other natural elements. The right side is filled with vertical lines of text, which seem to be in an Eastern script, possibly Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. The block is mounted on a white background, and there are two white clips at the top, suggesting it might be part of an archival or museum display. The lighting highlights the details of the relief work and the text.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This image shows a rectangular wooden printing block, typical of traditional East Asian woodblock printing techniques. The block is divided into two main sections:

  1. Left Section: This section features a detailed carving depicting a landscape scene. It appears to include elements such as trees, buildings, and possibly hills or mountains. The carving is intricate, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship.

  2. Right Section: This section is filled with vertical columns of Chinese characters. The characters are carved in a way that would allow them to be printed when inked and pressed onto paper. The text is arranged in a traditional format, with columns running from top to bottom and from right to left.

The block itself appears to be made of dark wood, and the carving is done in a way that the raised areas are the parts that would be inked and printed. The background of the image shows a plain white surface with a shadow cast by the block, indicating the presence of a light source above it. There are also some small objects, possibly part of a camera or lighting setup, visible in the top right corner of the image.

Text analysis

Google

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