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Title

Wooden Architectural Bracket of a Lion

Date

19th-20th century

People

Artist: Hidari Jingorō, Japanese active fl. late Momoyama-Early Edo

Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. John T. Coolidge, 1947.74

Human Generated Data

Title

Wooden Architectural Bracket of a Lion

People

Artist: Hidari Jingorō, Japanese active fl. late Momoyama-Early Edo

Date

19th-20th century

Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. John T. Coolidge, 1947.74

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-10

Statue 99.9
Sculpture 99.9
Art 99.9
Ornament 87.5
Gargoyle 78.6
Animal 71.2
Sea Life 71.2
Reptile 71.2
Figurine 56.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

art 99.8
sculpture 99.1
monochrome 98.8
statue 98.6
lion 98
old 97.5
square 95.1
dragon 94.9
decoration 94.3
animal 93.4
shadow 92
nature 91.9
ancient 91.4
flower 91
temple 90.9
culture 90.8
design 89.9
religion 89.9
travel 89.8
vintage 89.6

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

carving 70.3
sculpture 61.6
plastic art 40.4
turtle 37.7
reptile 30.1
shell 28
art 27.6
slow 27.4
animal 25.1
tortoise 22.7
old 18.1
figure 15.9
statue 15.8
pet 14.7
wildlife 14.3
stone 14.1
protection 13.6
close 13.1
terrapin 13
totem pole 12.5
hard 12.4
ancient 12.1
history 11.6
desert 11.6
head 10.9
closeup 10.8
creature 10.6
column 10.3
cute 10
antique 9.8
brown 9.6
rock 9.6
amphibian 9.5
culture 9.4
metal 8.9
scale 8.7
black 8.4
decoration 8.3
object 8.1
wild 7.8
fruit 7.8
face 7.8
structure 7.7
sea turtle 7.7
swim 7.7
vintage 7.4
eye 7.1
food 7.1
male 7.1

Google
created on 2022-06-10

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-10

statue 98.5
sculpture 96.2
animal 91.7
reptile 90.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Turtle

Clarifai

Sculpture
Human face

AWS Rekognition

Turtle 71.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

pets animals 67.8%
paintings art 27.9%
nature landscape 3.7%

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a statue of a lioness sitting on a white surface

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

a statue of a dog with a tail on a white background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This black-and-white image shows a sculpture of a mythical creature, resembling a lion or a dog, in an artistic style often associated with traditional East Asian art. The creature's body is intricately detailed, featuring swirling patterns and textured fur-like designs. It has a crouched, playful pose, with its tail curving behind it in a series of ornamental waves. The face of the sculpture includes a fierce expression, and the stylized mane is composed of elaborate curls, blending seamlessly with the overall design. The plain background highlights the sculpture's craftsmanship. It likely represents a "shishi" (lion dog) or guardian figure commonly found in East Asian architectural or artistic contexts.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black and white photograph of a sculptural representation of a mythical creature, possibly a Chinese guardian lion (often referred to as a "Foo Dog"). The creature is depicted in a crouching position with intricate details and textures carved into its body. The sculpture features a large, curly mane and tail, with swirling and cloud-like patterns prominent throughout. The creature's facial expression is fierce, with a wide mouth and pronounced features, highlighting its role as a protective guardian figure. The sculpture appears to be made of a heavy material, likely stone or terracotta, and is positioned against a plain, light background, emphasizing its form and details.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image depicts a sculptural figure of a mythical creature or animal. The sculpture appears to be made of stone or a similar material, and it has a highly detailed and textured surface with swirling, organic patterns. The creature has a large, bulbous body and a long, curving tail. Its head is also distinctive, with prominent features that suggest it may be a fantastical or mythological being. The image is presented in a stark, black-and-white format, which emphasizes the sculptural qualities and the intricate details of the work.

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

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a traditional East Asian (likely Chinese or Japanese) carved guardian lion or "foo dog" sculpture. The sculpture shows a stylized lion figure with distinctive curly, swirling patterns in its mane and tail. The creature is depicted in a crouching or prowling position, with a muscular body and decorative details characteristic of these protective temple or palace guardian figures. The sculpture appears to be made of wood or stone, and the image captures the intricate carved details and textures of the piece against a plain background. These types of sculptures were traditionally placed in pairs at the entrances of important buildings as symbolic protectors.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a sculpture of a mythical creature, likely a lion or dragon, with intricate details and textures. The creature is positioned in a dynamic pose, with its body twisted and its head turned to the left. Its mouth is open, revealing sharp teeth, and its eyes are closed, giving the impression of a fierce and powerful animal.

The sculpture is crafted from a dark material, possibly stone or metal, and features a range of textures and patterns. The creature's fur is depicted as curly and flowing, with visible ridges and folds that add depth and dimension to the sculpture. The tail is long and curved, with a series of curls and twists that give it a sense of movement and energy.

The background of the image is a plain white or light gray color, which helps to highlight the details and textures of the sculpture. The overall effect is one of drama and intensity, as if the creature is about to spring into action at any moment.

The image appears to be a photograph of a sculpture, possibly taken in a studio or museum setting. The lighting is soft and even, with no harsh shadows or reflections that might distract from the details of the sculpture. The overall quality of the image is high, with clear and sharp focus that allows the viewer to appreciate the intricate details of the sculpture.

Overall, the image presents a striking and dynamic representation of a mythical creature, with a focus on texture, pattern, and movement. The use of a plain background and soft lighting helps to emphasize the sculpture's details and create a sense of drama and intensity.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a carved wooden statue of a mythical creature, likely a Shisa or Foo Dog, which is a traditional symbol in Japanese and Chinese cultures. The statue is positioned on its haunches, with its front legs tucked under its body and its head turned to the left. Its mouth is open, revealing sharp teeth, and its tongue is visible. The statue's body is adorned with intricate carvings, including swirling patterns on its back and tail. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the statue. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may be a product photo or an archival image from a museum or cultural institution.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a black and white photograph of a ceramic sculpture. The sculpture is of a mythical creature, possibly a lion or a dragon, with intricate patterns and designs on its body. The creature has a long, flowing tail and a fierce expression, with its mouth open as if it is roaring. The sculpture is posed in a dynamic stance, with its front legs bent and its body leaning forward. The image is well-lit, with the sculpture being the main focus of the photograph.

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

The image depicts a sculpture of a lion with a large body and a big head. The lion has a big mouth and a long tail, with a large paw on the ground. The sculpture is made of a material that looks like stone. The lion's body is covered in intricate designs, and it appears to be a statue of a lion.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-23

The black and white photograph depicts a weathered, carved figure of a seated lion or dragon-like creature with its head facing left. The figure is positioned on a plain, light-colored surface that is likely a platform or display table. The background is a simple, light-toned wall, which emphasizes the figure’s form.

The creature’s anatomy is stylized and ornate. It has a large head with detailed carvings of its mane, featuring tight swirls and curls. The face is somewhat worn and eroded, but the mouth appears to be slightly open. Its front legs are bent, placing its paws on the surface, and the body is muscular and stout. The creature’s tail is also stylized with swirls and curves, matching the design of its mane.

The photograph is taken in a way that captures the texture and age of the sculpture. The lighting is soft, with subtle shadows that highlight the carved details of the figure. The overall composition is simple and elegant, focusing attention on the artwork and its craftsmanship.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-23

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a carved sculpture, likely made of wood. The sculpture appears to be a stylized lion-like figure, possibly a guardian lion or "shishi" commonly found in East Asian art and architecture.

Here are the key features:

  • Subject: The main subject is the sculpture, which is positioned on a light-colored surface.
  • Form: The lion is depicted in a crouching or resting pose, with its head slightly turned. Its body is stylized with flowing mane and tail elements that are characteristic of this type of artwork. The details such as the mane, tail, and the lion's face are well-defined.
  • Material & Style: The texture suggests the sculpture is carved from wood, showing the natural grain of the material. The style of carving and design strongly suggests an East Asian influence, likely Japanese or Chinese.
  • Lighting and Photography: The lighting is even and soft, illuminating the sculpture from the front. The black and white format accentuates the textures and shadows of the carving. The photograph seems to be taken in a studio setting with a plain backdrop.
  • Overall Impression: The image conveys a sense of age and craftsmanship, highlighting the intricate detail of the sculpture and its cultural significance.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a sculpture of a mythical creature known as a "Foo Dog" or "Fu Dog," which is a traditional Chinese guardian lion. These sculptures are often placed in pairs at the entrances of temples, homes, and other significant buildings as protectors and symbols of power and strength.

The sculpture in the image is made of a dark material, possibly bronze or stone. It is intricately detailed with flowing, curling patterns that represent clouds or waves, which are common in traditional Chinese art. The creature has a fierce expression with an open mouth, showing teeth, and prominent eyes. The body is muscular and stylized, with one paw raised as if in mid-stride. The tail is curled upwards and also features detailed patterns.

This type of sculpture is not only decorative but also holds cultural and symbolic significance, often associated with protection and good fortune.

Qwen

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an intricately carved wooden sculpture. The sculpture appears to be a stylized representation of a mythical creature, possibly a lion or a dog-like figure, with exaggerated and flowing features. The animal has a prominent, curled tail that extends to the right and is adorned with swirling patterns. The head is large and round, with a textured, almost cloud-like pattern on top, and the eyes and mouth are rendered in a way that suggests a fierce or intense expression. The body is muscular and detailed, with fur-like patterns and additional swirling designs that give the impression of movement or energy. The overall style of the carving is artistic and somewhat fantastical, suggesting it may be inspired by traditional Asian art or folklore.

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

The image shows a detailed sculpture of a mythological creature, likely a guardian lion or a foo dog, which is a common motif in East Asian art, especially in Chinese and Japanese traditions. The creature is depicted in a dynamic pose, with its front legs slightly raised and its back legs firmly planted on the ground. It has a fierce expression, with its mouth open, showing sharp teeth and a protruding tongue. The mane and other parts of the body are adorned with intricate cloud-like patterns, adding to the mythical appearance. The sculpture is made of a dark material, possibly stone or wood, and is set against a plain white background, which highlights the details and craftsmanship of the piece. The tail of the creature is also detailed, with swirling patterns that extend into the air, giving a sense of movement and energy to the overall composition.