Human Generated Data

Title

Jade Cylindrical Brush Holder with Five Small Feet and with Decoration of Figures in a Mountainous Landscape

Date

late 18th century-19th century

People

-

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane, 1942.185.192.A

Human Generated Data

Title

Jade Cylindrical Brush Holder with Five Small Feet and with Decoration of Figures in a Mountainous Landscape

Date

late 18th century-19th century

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane, 1942.185.192.A

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Pottery 83.6
Accessory 68.6
Accessories 68.6
Jewelry 62.2
Gemstone 59.4
Jar 59.3
Glass 55.4
Goblet 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-19

desktop 98.2
no person 97.5
one 96.3
container 96.1
pot 94.7
medicine 91.8
art 91.8
symbol 91.5
leaf 90.4
disjunct 90
illustration 89.7
isolate 88.7
nature 88.3
flora 86.4
marijuana 85.8
food 84.5
money 84.3
wealth 83.3
illegal 83
grow 81.5

Imagga
created on 2018-02-19

container 81.5
thimble 62.4
cap 48.2
cup 36.3
covering 26.3
glass 24.1
object 20.5
punch 16.7
paper 14.4
tea 14.3
crystal 14.1
beverage 13.8
decoration 13.7
money 13.6
alcohol 13.4
drink 13.4
box 13.3
liquid 13
china 12.7
close 12.6
cold 12.1
ice 12
bag 11.9
tourmaline 11.9
currency 11.7
gold 11.5
food 11.5
dollar 11.1
finance 11
single 10.7
water 10.7
shiny 10.3
design 10.1
utensil 9.9
transparent 9.9
business 9.7
vessel 9.6
gift 9.5
color 9.5
nobody 9.3
banking 9.2
valentine 9.1
pot 8.9
gemstone 8.8
healthy 8.8
celebration 8.8
gem 8.7
mineral 8.7
hundred 8.7
jewel 8.7
jewelry 8.6
fresh 8.5
vase 8.4
freshness 8.3
earthenware 8.3
one 8.2
drop 8.2
reflection 8.1
wealth 8.1
kitchen 8
wet 8
quartz 7.9
love 7.9
holiday 7.9
party 7.7
golden 7.7
package 7.7
cube 7.7
pottery 7.7
culture 7.7
bill 7.6
shape 7.5
rich 7.4
empty 7.4
closeup 7.4
symbol 7.4
cash 7.3
candle 7.3
present 7.3
bank 7.2

Google
created on 2018-02-19

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-19

green 93.6
piece 91.5
indoor 90.2

Color Analysis

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-02-19

a piece of luggage 69%
a green cake with a piece of luggage 36.5%
a piece of cake on a table 36.4%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a green vase with a green planter and a white background -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

The image displays a finely crafted green jade brush pot from the Qing dynasty, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. This cylindrical pot features elaborate carving, showcasing a detailed landscape teeming with trees, rugged rock formations, a serene pavilion, and various human figures engaged in different activities. The meticulous craftsmanship highlights the complexity and intricate artistry typical of this period, reflecting both the cultural significance and refined aesthetic of Qing dynasty jade work. The brush pot sits on small, subtle feet, enhancing its elegance and balance.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-17

This image shows a highly intricate and detailed carved object, which appears to be made of green jade. It looks like a cylindrical brush pot, a common object in Chinese art used to hold brushes for calligraphy or painting. The surface of the pot is adorned with elaborate carvings representing a detailed scene with figures, trees, and possibly buildings, suggesting a narrative setting or landscape. The artistry involved in creating such a work indicates skilled craftsmanship, as the carvings are three-dimensional and the varying shades of green suggest the use of the natural color variations within the jade stone itself to enhance the visual depth of the carving. The bottom of the pot features a flat base that allows it to stand upright. The background of the image is a neutral, graduated color to emphasize the details of the object.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-27

This is a beautifully carved Chinese jade brush pot (bitong) with an intricate landscape scene carved in relief around its exterior. The piece appears to be made from spinach-green jade and features a detailed mountainous landscape with pagodas, trees, and small figures set within a natural scene. The carving is done in multiple layers to create depth, showing traditional Chinese landscape elements like pine trees, pavilions, and rocky outcrops. The cylindrical vessel stands on small feet and has a smooth, undecorated rim. The craftsmanship demonstrates exceptional skill in working with jade, particularly in creating the various textures and depths within the scene. This type of decorative brush pot would have been used on a scholar's desk to hold writing brushes, and the high quality of both the material and carving suggests it was a luxury item.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-17

The image shows a decorative ceramic vessel or container made of green jade-like material. The surface of the vessel is elaborately carved with intricate designs and patterns depicting figures, landscapes, and various other ornamental elements. The overall style and craftsmanship suggest this is likely an antique or historically significant decorative piece, possibly from an East Asian cultural tradition. The vessel has a rounded, cylindrical shape and stands on a small base.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image depicts a cylindrical, green jade object with intricate carvings. The object is positioned centrally in the frame, with its top facing the viewer. It features a wide mouth and three small feet at the bottom, which are visible as it sits on a plain white surface.

The object's surface is adorned with detailed carvings that appear to depict a scene from nature or a landscape. The carvings are rendered in a high level of detail, showcasing the craftsmanship of the artist who created the piece.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the object and its intricate carvings. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the object may be a valuable or highly prized item.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image features a cylindrical jade vessel with a carved design, showcasing a serene landscape with trees, buildings, and people. The vessel is crafted from dark green jade and boasts a wide mouth and narrow base, supported by four small feet. The intricate carving on the vessel's exterior depicts a tranquil scene, complete with trees, buildings, and people engaged in various activities. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, transitioning from light to dark, providing a subtle contrast to the vessel's vibrant green hue.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a carved jade brush pot, resting on a white background. The brush pot is cylindrical in shape, with a flat bottom and a slightly curved top. It is intricately carved with a landscape scene, featuring trees, rocks, and figures, all rendered in jade. The carving is highly detailed, with each element meticulously crafted to create a realistic and harmonious composition. The jade itself is of a deep, rich green color, with subtle variations in tone and texture that add to the overall beauty of the piece.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows a green jade vase that is placed on a white surface. The vase has a cylindrical shape, and it is carved with intricate designs. The designs on the vase depict a serene landscape with trees, mountains, and a river. The trees are carved in a detailed manner, with leaves and branches clearly visible. The mountains are depicted in the background, and the river flows through the landscape. The vase has a flat base and a slightly curved neck. The jade is polished to a high shine, and the carvings are well-defined. The vase is a beautiful example of traditional Chinese jade carving, showcasing the skill and artistry of the craftsmen who created it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-24

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a green, cylindrical object that appears to be a pen holder or brush pot. It is made of what looks like jade or a similar stone. The surface of the cylinder is elaborately carved with a detailed landscape scene. The scene includes figures, trees, and a structure reminiscent of a pagoda or temple set on a hill. The carving is quite intricate, with a high level of detail in the foliage and architecture. The cylinder rests on small, rounded feet that are part of the same stone as the main body. The background is a neutral gray, which helps to highlight the texture and color of the carved piece.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a finely crafted jade cylinder, likely a brush pot or vase, against a neutral gray background. The object is a rich, deep green color, suggesting it's made of jade.

Detailed Description:

  • Form and Design: The cylinder is cylindrical, with a slightly flared top. It's intricately carved with a detailed landscape scene.
  • Carving: The carving is highly detailed and three-dimensional. The scene depicts a landscape with figures, buildings, trees, and mountains.
  • Color and Texture: The jade has a smooth, polished surface. The color is a vibrant, natural green. The carved details create varying textures, enhancing the visual appeal.
  • Support: The cylinder rests on three small, rounded feet.
  • Lighting: The lighting seems soft and diffused, allowing the details of the carving to be clearly visible. The gentle light also highlights the texture and color of the jade.
  • Composition: The image is a close-up view of the cylinder, emphasizing the craftsmanship and beauty of the piece. The neutral background ensures that the focus is entirely on the jade carving.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts an intricately carved green jade brush pot, a traditional Chinese artifact. The carving features a detailed landscape scene with several figures engaged in various activities. The scene includes mountains, trees, and buildings, creating a picturesque environment. The figures appear to be scholars or literati, possibly engaging in activities such as reading, writing, or conversing, which are common themes in Chinese art. The craftsmanship is exquisite, showcasing the skill of the artisan in capturing the naturalistic details of the landscape and the human figures. The brush pot itself is cylindrical with a wide opening at the top and a stable base, typical of such containers used to hold writing brushes. The overall aesthetic is one of elegance and refinement, reflecting the cultural and artistic values of traditional Chinese society.