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Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Bell (Bo zhong) with Liyu-Style Dragon Decor and with Handle in the Form of Confronting Dragons

Date

6th cent. BCE - 5th cent. BCE

People

-

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.52.177

Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Bell (Bo zhong) with Liyu-Style Dragon Decor and with Handle in the Form of Confronting Dragons

Date

6th cent. BCE - 5th cent. BCE

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.52.177

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-17

Bronze 96.1
Furniture 84.4
Armor 67.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

ancient 98.6
old 98.2
no person 98
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antique 97.1
art 96.9
retro 96.1
sculpture 95.1
symbol 94.7
decoration 94.5
religion 94.3
design 93.1
handle 92.8
style 92.4
metalwork 90.7
ornate 90.7
traditional 90.3
architecture 90
armor 90
brass 89.9

Imagga
created on 2022-06-17

bag 100
container 78.4
old 25.1
purse 24.2
metal 24.1
mailbag 22.1
object 22
close 17.1
antique 16.8
lock 15.7
gold 15.6
brown 14.7
decoration 14.5
closeup 12.1
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padlock 10.9
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money 10.2
security 10.1
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handle 9.6
accessory 9.5
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gift 9.5
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food 7.2
celebration 7.2
holiday 7.2
bank 7.2

Google
created on 2022-06-17

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-17

different 90.4
stacked 44.5
stack 26.1
several 10.9

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-17

paintings art 99.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-17

a bunch of luggage stacked on each other 29.3%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

a large metal barrel with a handle and a handle.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-30

a photograph of a large metal bellow with a large metal bell

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

a large bell with a lotus design on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-26

The image shows a black and white photograph of an ancient bronze bell. The bell stands with a broad base, tapering slightly towards the top before expanding outwards to form a shoulder from which a complex, ornate loop handle extends.

The surface of the bell features a series of raised bands that section the body into registers. Each band contains a pattern of sculpted bosses in circular forms with relief decoration. Between these bands are finely detailed inscriptions or patterns that occupy the entire surface, possibly characters or decorative motifs indicative of the period and culture that produced this bell.

Above, the handle is elaborate, with interconnected swirls and curves, making it look like a highly stylized, intertwined form, which may have symbolic significance or purely ornamental.

The overall craftsmanship suggests that the bell is likely to be of significant historical and cultural importance, possibly used in ceremonies or as a musical instrument. The intricate designs evince a high level of artistic and metalworking skill.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be an ancient Chinese bronze bell, known as a Zhong (鐘). It's an ornate ceremonial instrument with a distinctive barrel shape and decorative elements typical of Chinese bronze age craftsmanship. The bell features several horizontal bands with raised bosses (circular protrusions) and intricate patterns engraved between them. At the top, there's an elaborate openwork crown with curved designs that likely served both decorative and functional purposes. The surface shows the patina of age, appearing dark and textured. These types of bells were often used in ancient Chinese ritual music and were typically part of a set of bells tuned to different notes. The detailed craftsmanship and decorative elements suggest this was likely an important ceremonial object, possibly from the Zhou Dynasty period when bronze bell-making reached its artistic and technical peak.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-30

The image appears to depict an ornate, decorative bronze bell. The bell has a complex, intricate design with various carved elements, including swirling patterns and what seem to be stylized animal or mythical figures. The surface of the bell is heavily textured, with a weathered, aged appearance. The overall shape and appearance of the bell suggest it is an ancient or historical artifact, likely from an Asian cultural tradition.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-30

This image depicts a bell with intricate carvings, featuring a handle at the top and a series of horizontal lines and circular designs on its body. The bell is positioned centrally in the frame, with a white background that suggests it may be a product photo or part of an art collection. The overall aesthetic of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the bell's ornate details and the clean, minimalist background creating a sense of refinement and culture.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-02

The image presents a black and white photograph of an ancient bronze artifact, likely a bell or ceremonial object, showcasing intricate carvings and patterns.

  • Artifact Description:
    • The artifact is made of bronze and features a cylindrical body with a rounded top.
    • It has a flat base and a small handle at the top.
    • The surface of the artifact is adorned with various carvings and patterns, including lines, circles, and geometric shapes.
    • The carvings are symmetrical, suggesting that the artifact may have been used for ceremonial purposes.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the artifact.
    • There are no other objects or features visible in the background, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the artifact.
  • Overall Impression:
    • The image conveys a sense of age and history, suggesting that the artifact is a valuable and significant cultural relic.
    • The use of black and white photography adds to the artifact's mystique, giving it a timeless and enduring quality.

In summary, the image presents a beautifully crafted bronze artifact with intricate carvings and patterns, set against a plain white background that highlights its details. The artifact's age and cultural significance are evident, making it a fascinating and important piece of history.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features a cylindrical object, possibly a bell, with a complex design. The bell is made of metal, and its surface is intricately decorated with various patterns and symbols. The top of the bell has a dragon-like structure, and the body of the bell is divided into several sections, each with a different design. The designs include geometric shapes, floral patterns, and possibly some Chinese characters. The bell appears to be a cultural artifact, possibly from China, and it is displayed on a white background.

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

The image shows a black object that appears to be a bell, with a dragon design on top. The bell is made of metal and has a round shape with a handle on top. The bell has intricate designs on its surface, including a dragon design on top and a flower design on the side. The bell also has a small hole in the center, which is probably used for hanging it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-05

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a bronze bell, likely from East Asia. It has an intricate design, suggesting cultural significance. The bell's upper portion is decorated with stylized dragons and a looped handle. The body of the bell features horizontal bands interspersed with raised, circular emblems. A central panel displays densely packed inscriptions, possibly text or prayers. The base of the bell is adorned with a swirling, ornate pattern, adding to the overall visual complexity. The photograph is in black and white, highlighting the textures and details of the bronze.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-05

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of an ancient bronze bell. The bell is the main subject and is presented against a plain white background, which emphasizes its form and detail.

Key Features:

  • Shape: The bell has a distinctive, slightly flared form. It widens towards the base and curves inward towards the top.
  • Decoration: The bell is heavily decorated with intricate designs.
    • There are multiple rows of raised, rounded studs or bosses, likely arranged in a symmetrical pattern.
    • Vertical panels are filled with detailed inscriptions or decorative patterns.
    • A lower section near the base features complex curvilinear motifs.
    • The top of the bell is adorned with two stylized dragon-like figures and a looped handle.
  • Material & Texture: The bell appears to be made of bronze, a metal typically used in ancient cultures for ceremonial and practical objects. The texture of the bell's surface seems weathered and detailed, which is consistent with its age.
  • Overall Impression: The image exudes a sense of antiquity, cultural significance, and artistic skill. The bell's intricate details and formal design suggest it was likely created for ceremonial or religious purposes.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an intricately designed bronze bell, likely of East Asian origin. The bell features several distinct elements:

  1. Top Handle: The bell has an ornate handle at the top, which is decorated with detailed carvings. The handle is shaped in a loop with two stylized dragon heads facing each other, each with open mouths and curved bodies.

  2. Body Design: The body of the bell is divided into panels by vertical and horizontal lines. Each panel contains decorative elements:

    • Vertical Panels: There are two vertical panels with inscriptions, likely in an East Asian script, which could be Chinese or Korean.
    • Horizontal Bands: The horizontal bands are adorned with small, raised circular bosses that resemble stylized faces or masks. These are evenly spaced and add to the decorative nature of the bell.
  3. Base Decoration: The lower part of the bell features intricate relief designs, possibly depicting mythical creatures or floral patterns, which are common in traditional East Asian art.

The overall craftsmanship suggests that this bell is not only a functional object but also a work of art, likely used in a ceremonial or religious context. The detailed carvings and the presence of inscriptions indicate its cultural and historical significance.

Qwen

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

The image depicts an ancient bronze bell, characterized by its intricate and detailed design. The bell features a curved top with a series of circular protrusions and a decorative pattern of what appears to be mythical creatures or stylized animals. The main body of the bell is decorated with vertical rows of raised circular decorations, giving it a textured and ornate appearance. The lower part of the bell is adorned with more elaborate patterns, including detailed carvings that resemble swirling lines and possibly other symbolic figures or motifs. The craftsmanship suggests that this bell is of significant historical or cultural importance.

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

This is an image of a bronze bell, likely an artifact from an East Asian culture, possibly Chinese, given its design. The bell has an intricate and ornate surface, with various patterns and decorative elements. The top part features a complex design with what appears to be dragon motifs, which are common in Chinese art and symbolism. The bell is divided into sections, each with different patterns, including raised circular elements and detailed engravings. The overall shape is a classic inverted cone, typical of traditional East Asian bells. The image is in black and white, which highlights the texture and details of the bell's surface.