Human Generated Data

Title

Miniature Album of Lacquer Paintings

Date

Meiji period, dated 1887

People

Artist: Shibata Zeshin 柴田是真, Japanese 1807 - 1891

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.56.18

Human Generated Data

Title

Miniature Album of Lacquer Paintings

People

Artist: Shibata Zeshin 柴田是真, Japanese 1807 - 1891

Date

Meiji period, dated 1887

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.56.18

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2020-04-24

Text 88.8
Silhouette 82.7
Art 75.8
Advertisement 73.9
Poster 73.9
Drawing 71.4
Photography 62.8
Photo 62.8
Face 61.6
Collage 59.3

Clarifai
created on 2020-04-24

margin 99.1
art 98.6
painting 98
illustration 97.4
picture frame 96.9
dirty 96.5
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print 96.4
vintage 96
portrait 96
retro 95.7
paper 95.2
collage 95
wear 94.9
smudge 92.8
old 92.4
bit 91.5
antique 91.2
texture 89.3
graphic 88.9

Imagga
created on 2020-04-24

window screen 100
screen 85.2
protective covering 67.7
covering 44.3
grunge 23
black 18
old 16.7
texture 16
frame 15.8
windowsill 15.3
vintage 14
art 13.7
paint 12.7
landscape 12.6
sill 12.3
antique 12.1
paper 11.8
aged 10.8
water 10.7
retro 10.6
people 10.6
structure 10.5
pattern 10.2
snow 10.2
man 10.1
tree 10
dirty 9.9
silhouette 9.9
trees 9.8
grungy 9.5
space 9.3
structural member 9.2
outdoor 9.2
mirror 9.2
park 9.1
border 9
summer 9
hair 8.7
ancient 8.6
wall 8.6
damaged 8.6
weathered 8.5
canvas 8.5
fountain 8.2
car mirror 8.2
drawing 8
light 8
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color 7.8
travel 7.7
sky 7.7
wallpaper 7.7
rusty 7.6
relaxation 7.5
person 7.5
lake 7.3
painting 7.2
copy space 7.2
creative 7.1
country 7

Google
created on 2020-04-24

Microsoft
created on 2020-04-24

drawing 99.7
sketch 99.3
window 98.7
text 98.4
painting 98.2
child art 89.4
black and white 84.2
art 54.9
businesscard 24.7
picture frame 12.4

Color Analysis

Categories

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a black and white drawing of a mountain scene -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-04

This is a black and white image of an artwork. The piece is framed with what appears to be a grey matboard and is mounted on a white surface. The artwork itself features a prominent ink-brushed shape on the left side that resembles a mountain or cliff with a rough, textured surface. To the right, there is a circular white space that seems to imply a moon or sun, with wispy clouds around it. Below this circular space, there are what appear to be treetops, enhancing the impression of a natural, mountainous landscape. A small bird or similar figure is depicted in flight against the white space, adding a sense of scale and life to the scene. On the bottom left corner of the artwork, there appears to be a signature or inscription in characters, possibly of Asian origin, suggesting the artwork might be influenced by traditional East Asian painting styles. The overall style of the piece is minimalist and evocative, capturing the essence of the natural forms with broad strokes and contrast.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-29

This appears to be a traditional East Asian ink painting or drawing, likely Japanese, featuring a minimalist landscape composition. The scene shows a dark, dramatic mountain or cliff silhouetted against a lighter sky. In the background, there's a full moon visible, and some pine trees are depicted in silhouette. There's also what appears to be a small bird flying in the sky. The artwork has a very atmospheric quality, using varying tones of black ink to create depth and mood. There are some Japanese characters visible in the lower left corner, likely the artist's signature. The image is framed by what looks like a photo border or mount. The overall style is reminiscent of Sumi-e (Japanese ink wash painting) techniques, with its emphasis on simplicity and capturing the essence of the scene.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

The image appears to be a black and white ink painting or drawing depicting a mountainous landscape. The central focus is a large, prominent mountain rising against the backdrop of a cloudy sky. Surrounding the mountain are dark, stylized trees or foliage. The artwork has an atmospheric, ethereal quality, with the use of negative space and contrast to create a sense of depth and mood. Japanese calligraphic characters are visible in the bottom right corner, indicating this may be a traditional-style East Asian landscape painting.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-29

This image is a black and white photograph of a painting or drawing on a piece of paper. The artwork features a mountain range with trees in the foreground, set against a backdrop of a full moon and a bird flying overhead. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and tranquility, evoking a sense of peace and calmness.

The painting or drawing appears to be done in a traditional style, possibly using ink or charcoal, and is rendered in shades of gray and black. The use of negative space creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye towards the central elements of the composition.

The image also features some Japanese characters written vertically along the left side of the paper, which may provide additional context or meaning to the artwork. Overall, the image presents a beautiful and contemplative scene that invites the viewer to reflect on the beauty of nature.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-25

The image depicts a black and white drawing of a mountainous landscape, featuring a prominent mountain on the left side, trees in the foreground, and a bird flying in the sky. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet evocative style, with bold lines and subtle shading that creates a sense of depth and texture. The artist's use of negative space effectively conveys a sense of vastness and openness, drawing the viewer's eye to the majestic mountain and the serene natural surroundings.

The drawing is framed by a thick border, which adds a sense of containment and structure to the composition. The border is made up of two horizontal lines, one at the top and one at the bottom, which create a sense of balance and symmetry. The lines are slightly thicker than the rest of the border, which gives them a sense of importance and emphasis.

In the bottom-left corner of the drawing, there is a small inscription in Japanese characters. The inscription appears to be a signature or a title, but its exact meaning is unclear without further context. The characters are written in a flowing script, with each stroke carefully rendered to create a sense of elegance and refinement.

Overall, the image presents a serene and contemplative scene, inviting the viewer to reflect on the beauty and majesty of nature. The simple yet effective composition, combined with the subtle use of shading and negative space, creates a sense of depth and texture that draws the viewer in and holds their attention.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a painting. The painting depicts a natural scene with a large rock formation on the left side. The rock formation is dark and appears to be covered in moss or algae, giving it a textured and rugged appearance. There are a few small trees or plants growing on the rock, adding to the natural feel of the scene. On the right side of the painting, there is a crescent moon, adding a touch of whimsy and mystery to the scene. The painting is framed in a simple black frame, which contrasts with the white background of the photograph. Overall, the painting evokes a sense of tranquility and natural beauty, with the rock formation and crescent moon creating a striking contrast.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-05

The image is a black and white drawing of a mountain with a bird flying in the sky. The mountain has a rocky surface with some trees and plants on it. The sky is clear, and the moon is shining brightly in the distance. The drawing is framed in a rectangular shape with a border, and the image is printed on a white background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image appears to be a photograph of a traditional Japanese painting or scroll. The painting is in black and white, depicting a stark landscape. A large, dark mountain occupies a significant portion of the left side of the artwork, dominating the view.

To the right of the mountain, a cluster of trees stands silhouetted against a glowing, circular shape, likely representing the moon. A small, stylized bird is visible in the sky, flying towards the light.

In the bottom left corner of the painting, there are Japanese characters, presumably the artist's signature or a dedication.

The painting is mounted with a decorative border, giving it the appearance of being a scroll. This border is textured with a metallic sheen, adding an element of visual interest to the presentation. The painting itself is set against a stark white background.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a monochromatic artwork, likely a reproduction of a traditional East Asian painting or print. It features a mountain landscape with a stylized and serene aesthetic. The piece appears to be on paper, mounted on a scroll, with a silver-colored border.

Details:

  • Subject: The central focus is a mountain range, depicted in a bold, dark silhouette. The mountain dominates the scene, with a textured, rugged appearance.
  • Sky and Elements: Behind the mountain, there's a bright circle, suggesting the moon or the sun. A few stylized trees or bushes appear at the base of the mountain. A solitary bird is seen flying near the mountain peak.
  • Technique: The artwork appears to be created using ink and a brush technique, with variations in the dark and light tones. The artist seems to have used a wet-on-wet technique creating soft edges in the areas where the mist settles in the foreground.
  • Composition: The composition is balanced, with the mountain on the left and the sun/moon and a smaller grouping of trees/bushes on the right. The bird adds a sense of movement and scale to the landscape.
  • Scroll Mounting: The artwork is mounted on a scroll, which is characteristic of traditional East Asian art. The mounting has a silver border, giving it a refined appearance.
  • Calligraphy: There's calligraphy (Japanese or Chinese characters) in the lower left corner, likely the artist's signature or a title.

Mood and Interpretation:

The image evokes a sense of quietude, solitude, and appreciation of nature. The dark mountain against the moon and the presence of the bird might symbolize concepts like harmony, transcendence, and the beauty of the natural world. The use of monochrome and traditional techniques reinforces the artistic values.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-26

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a traditional Japanese ink painting. The painting depicts a serene landscape scene featuring a large, dark mountain or hill on the left side, with a few trees scattered at the base. To the right, there is a smaller hill or mound with a tree silhouette. The sky is mostly clear, with a small bird flying in the upper part of the scene. The painting is framed by a light-colored border, and there are Japanese characters inscribed in the bottom left corner, likely indicating the artist's name or a title. The overall style and composition suggest it is a work of sumi-e, a traditional Japanese ink wash painting.