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Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Wine Vessel (Zhi) with "Taotie" and Striding Kui-Dragon Decor

Date

early Western Zhou period, mid 11th-early 10th century BCE

People

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Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Arnold Knapp, 1952.120

Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Wine Vessel (Zhi) with "Taotie" and Striding Kui-Dragon Decor

Date

early Western Zhou period, mid 11th-early 10th century BCE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Arnold Knapp, 1952.120

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-08-30

Pottery 99.9
Jar 99.8
Vase 98.9
Ammunition 72
Weapon 72
Archaeology 57.4
Art 57.3
Bronze 56.4
Cookware 56.4
Pot 56.4
Cup 55.5

Clarifai
created on 2018-11-02

old 99.7
ancient 99.7
vase 99.7
antique 99.7
pottery 99.6
container 99.5
jug 99.1
art 98.9
clay 98.8
urn 98.2
retro 98
isolate 97.9
watercraft 97.9
no person 97.8
decoration 97.3
vintage 97.1
carafe 97
pot 96.8
craft 96.6
ornate 95.3

Imagga
created on 2018-11-02

vase 100
vessel 100
container 100
pitcher 94.9
jar 94
object 31.5
glass 28.3
drink 27.6
jug 26.2
pot 23.1
single 22.2
beverage 21.7
cup 21.1
decoration 20.3
old 19.5
ceramic 19.4
antique 19.1
traditional 17.5
ancient 17.3
pottery 16.7
close 15.4
classical 15.3
earthenware 15
vintage 14.9
culture 14.5
refreshment 14.5
brown 14
liquid 13.9
empty 13.7
art 13.7
closeup 13.5
craft 13.4
tea 13.2
retro 13.1
decorative 12.5
utensil 12.5
life 12.5
alcohol 12
nobody 11.7
metal 11.3
cold 11.2
fresh 11.1
design 10.7
mug 10.5
handle 10.5
style 10.4
food 10.3
color 10
water 10
domestic 9.9
clay 9.8
one 9.7
bottle 9.7
tradition 9.2
bar 9.2
hot 9.2
transparent 9
kitchen 8.9
history 8.9
healthy 8.8
beer 8.7
saucer 8.7
china 8.5
crystal 8.5
flower 8.5
health 8.3
coffee 8.3
pattern 8.2
home 8
breakfast 8
ceramics 7.8
fragility 7.8
party 7.7
golden 7.7
elegance 7.6
natural 7.4
full 7.3
ceramic ware 7.3

Google
created on 2018-11-02

Microsoft
created on 2018-11-02

plant 74.4
vessel 61.7
ceramic ware 48.8
jar 28.9
pitcher 20.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Grenade

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Grenade 72%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-11-02

paintings art 97.9%
food drinks 2.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-11-02

a vase sitting on a table 46.2%
a white vase 46.1%
a white vase on a table 46%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a large metal vase with a large metal object

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

an old black and white photo of a vase

OpenAI GPT

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

This image showcases a beautifully crafted ceramic vessel, likely an ancient artifact. The vessel has a wide, flared rim and a broad, cylindrical body with intricate carvings and designs. The surface is adorned with symmetrical patterns and motifs, including depictions of stylized animals or abstract figures, possibly inspired by traditional cultural symbols. The base features additional decorative designs that echo those on the body. The artifact appears aged, with visible wear, suggesting it is of archaeological significance.

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

The image depicts an ancient, ornately decorated ceramic vessel, probably of archaeological significance. The vessel has a pronounced, cylindrical shape with a wide opening at the top and a flared base. It features intricate bas-relief carvings or embossing, showcasing a pattern of stylized, symmetrical motifs that might represent animals, deities, or symbolic forms possibly related to a particular culture or civilization. The patterns appear to be continuous around the body of the vessel, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and artistic design. The surface of the vessel shows signs of age, with some wear and uneven coloration, indicating that it may be an artifact of historical importance. The overall impression is one of an object with cultural and artistic value, possibly used in ceremonial or everyday contexts in ancient times.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows an ancient ceramic vessel or jar with intricate decorative patterns and designs carved or molded into the surface. The vessel has a rounded, bulbous shape with a wide opening at the top. The patterns appear to be geometric and abstract, featuring various shapes and motifs that suggest a cultural or symbolic significance. The vessel has a weathered, aged appearance, indicating it is an antique or archaeological artifact. Overall, the image depicts a well-preserved, visually striking example of ancient ceramic craftsmanship and artistry.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This appears to be an ancient ceremonial vessel or urn, likely from an Asian culture, possibly Chinese. It has a distinctive shape with a wide mouth that tapers to a narrower base. The vessel features intricate decorative bands with geometric and symbolic patterns around the top, middle, and bottom sections. The middle section displays more elaborate relief work with what appears to be stylized designs or motifs. The surface shows signs of age and patina, suggesting it's made of bronze or another metal that has oxidized over time. The craftsmanship demonstrates sophisticated metalworking techniques typical of ancient ceremonial vessels used in rituals or important ceremonies.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of an ancient, ornate vase or urn.

The vase is crafted from a dark-colored material, possibly stone or metal, and features a wide mouth and a narrow base. Its cylindrical body is adorned with intricate carvings, showcasing a repeating pattern of leaves and flowers. The vase's surface exhibits signs of wear and aging, with visible cracks and discoloration.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the vase on the right side. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a historical artifact, possibly from an ancient civilization, preserved and displayed for educational or cultural purposes.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an ancient artifact, likely a vase or urn. The artifact is made of stone or metal and features intricate carvings on its surface. The carvings depict various shapes and patterns, including geometric designs and what appears to be a face or mask on the front of the artifact.

The artifact has a wide mouth and a narrow base, with a rounded body that tapers slightly towards the top. It appears to be quite old, with visible signs of wear and tear on its surface. The background of the image is a plain white, which helps to highlight the details of the artifact.

Overall, the image suggests that the artifact is a valuable and significant piece of history, possibly from an ancient civilization. Its intricate carvings and unique design make it a fascinating object of study and appreciation.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an ancient ceramic vessel. The vessel appears to be a cup or chalice, with a wide, rounded body and a slightly narrower neck. The cup is made of ceramic and has intricate, decorative patterns etched into its surface. The patterns include geometric shapes, such as triangles and squares, as well as more complex designs that resemble faces or masks. The cup's surface is worn and weathered, indicating that it is quite old. The cup is placed on a flat surface, which could be a table or a shelf, and it appears to be the only object in the photograph.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an ancient artifact. The artifact appears to be a vase or a pot with a cylindrical shape. It has a wide, rounded body that tapers slightly towards the base. The top of the vase is open, suggesting it was used for holding items or liquids. The vase is adorned with intricate designs and patterns. The patterns consist of geometric shapes, possibly representing a specific cultural or artistic style. The vase is made of a material that appears to be stone or ceramic, based on its texture and the way light reflects off its surface. The background of the photograph is plain and light-colored, which helps to highlight the details of the vase.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-09

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image presents a black and white photograph of a detailed, possibly ancient, vessel. The vessel appears to be made of a metallic material and is highly decorated with intricate patterns and possibly figurative elements.

Visual Details:

  • Shape: The vessel has a distinctive shape. It appears to have a flared rim, a mid-section that widens slightly, and then tapers towards a flared base.
  • Decoration: The vessel is heavily adorned with relief carvings or possibly stamped designs. There are bands of geometric patterns around the rim and base. The mid-section appears to feature stylized figures, possibly animal or mythical representations, along with other abstract shapes. The detail suggests a high level of craftsmanship.
  • Material/Texture: The material has a dull, somewhat oxidized appearance, giving the impression it's aged. The surface has variations in tone, likely due to the texture of the carvings and the aging process.
  • Lighting and Shadow: The lighting in the photograph is fairly even, allowing clear visibility of the vessel's details. There are subtle shadows that enhance the three-dimensionality of the relief carvings.

Style and Context (Inferred):

  • Artistic or Historical: The vessel's design and material suggest it is a piece of historical or artistic significance. Its intricacy and the style of decoration might provide clues about the culture from which it originates.
  • Photography: The photograph is a studio-style image, with a plain background, intended to document and present the vessel's form and details.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-09

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of an ancient-looking vessel. The vessel has a cylindrical body, a wider opening at the top, and a flared base. It appears to be made of a dark material, likely metal, though the exact type is difficult to determine from the monochrome image.

The surface of the vessel is heavily decorated with intricate patterns, including what seem to be stylized animal or deity faces and geometric designs. The designs are raised, giving the vessel a textured appearance.

The vessel shows signs of age and wear, with some areas appearing rough or corroded. It's positioned on a plain surface, likely a table or countertop, with a simple backdrop that allows the details of the vessel to stand out. The lighting casts soft shadows around the base, adding depth to the image. The photograph is framed by a black border.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an ancient ceramic vessel, which appears to be of significant historical and cultural importance. The vessel has a rounded body with a wide, slightly flared rim at the top. The surface of the vessel is decorated with intricate designs and motifs, which seem to be characteristic of ancient Mesoamerican cultures, possibly Mayan or Aztec.

The decorative elements include stylized faces or masks, geometric patterns, and possibly glyphs or symbols. The faces appear to be stylized representations of deities or significant figures, with prominent features such as large eyes and elaborate headdresses or adornments. The geometric patterns and symbols around the faces add to the ornate and ritualistic appearance of the vessel.

The vessel's condition shows signs of age and wear, with some areas appearing worn or damaged, which is typical for artifacts of this nature. The overall craftsmanship and detail suggest that it was likely used for ceremonial or ritual purposes.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

The image shows a black and white photograph of a cylindrical ceramic or metal vessel with intricate designs. The object appears to be an ancient artifact, likely of Mesoamerican origin, given the style of decoration. It features elaborate carvings and patterns, including what looks like a stylized face or mask in the center of the body, surrounded by geometric and organic designs. The top and bottom of the vessel are decorated with repeating patterns, and the overall craftsmanship suggests it might have been used for ceremonial or ritualistic purposes. The artifact is photographed against a plain background, emphasizing its details and craftsmanship.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-12

This image shows an ancient artifact, likely a ceremonial vessel or jar, made of stone or ceramic. The object is intricately decorated with various geometric and symbolic patterns. The upper part features a band with repeating designs, while the main body of the vessel is adorned with a prominent face-like motif, including large eyes, a nose, and a mouth. The lower portion also has additional decorative elements. The overall style suggests it may be from a Mesoamerican or Andean culture, possibly used for rituals or as a display piece. The artifact is displayed against a plain background, which highlights its detailed craftsmanship.

Text analysis

Amazon

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