Human Generated Data

Title

Long Sword (Tachi Blade)

Date

19th century

People

-

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Haines Curtiss, 1940.297

Human Generated Data

Title

Long Sword (Tachi Blade)

Date

19th century

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Haines Curtiss, 1940.297

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Weapon 98.1
Weaponry 98.1
Sword 97.5
Blade 97.5
Gun 70.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

sword 99.7
weapon 99.7
warrior 97.4
dagger 97
armor 96.2
old 96
ancient 95.3
antique 94.8
art 94.6
Gothic 94
war 93.8
vintage 93.7
desktop 93.2
protection 93
danger 91
skirmish 90.5
steel 90
no person 89.7
knife blade 89.5
battle 89

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

dagger 46.4
scabbard 42.1
knife 39.6
weapon 34.8
sheath 33.7
protective covering 26
black 22.2
box 19.4
covering 17.9
gold 15.6
hand 14.4
close 13.7
chest 13.5
jewelry 13.4
luxury 12
fashion 11.3
metal 11.3
container 11.2
art 11.1
device 10.8
silver 10.6
symbol 10.1
dark 10
bat 10
fastener 9.8
body 9.6
empty 9.4
culture 9.4
religion 9
object 8.8
shiny 8.7
hands 8.7
money 8.5
business 8.5
stone 8.4
style 8.2
open 8.1
placental 8.1
travel 7.7
gift 7.7
jewel 7.7
sword 7.7
ring 7.5
restraint 7.5
traditional 7.5
vintage 7.4
mammal 7.4
trap 7.4
light 7.3
decoration 7.3
paper 7.1
buckle 7

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Gun
Gun 70.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-15

a close up of a knife 52%
close up of a knife 46.4%
a knife next to it 40.2%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a sword - wielding sword - wielding sword - wielding sword - wielding sword - wielding -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This image shows a traditional Japanese katana (samurai sword) and its ornate scabbard (saya) set against a black background.

The katana features a sharp, curved blade with a polished finish, showcasing its craftsmanship. The handle (tsuka) is wrapped in traditional woven material, with patterns that likely include rayskin (samegawa) and a decorative black design near the handle's base. The guard (tsuba) has intricate detailing, adding to the sword's distinctive aesthetic.

The scabbard is highly decorative, featuring a textured design with gold accents and patterns over an orange or reddish-brown base. It’s tied with an elegant cord (sageo), which adds to the cultural authenticity and traditional style of the piece. Both elements demonstrate an appreciation for artistry and functionality, indicative of Japanese sword-making traditions.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image displays a traditional Japanese katana sword with its ornate sheath, or saya, alongside it. The katana has a finely crafted blade with a gentle curve, characteristic of Japanese swords, and a distinct hamon (temper line) visible along the edge. The handle, or tsuka, is wrapped in a light-colored fabric, possibly ray skin, and adorned with decorative fittings, known as menuki and fuchi-kashira. The handguard, or tsuba, is an intricately designed metal piece separating the handle from the blade.

Below the katana lies its sheath, which is elaborately decorated with gold and patterned designs, featuring floral or circular motifs. The sheath is accompanied by a cord, known as sageo, which is wrapped around it, serving both a decorative and practical purpose. The craftsmanship and elegance of both the sword and its fittings suggest it is a piece of significant artistic and historical value.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a Japanese sword, known as a katana, with its scabbard. The sword is positioned horizontally across the center of the image, with its blade facing to the right. The blade is long and curved, with a sharp point at the end. It is made of a shiny metal, possibly steel or iron, and has a distinctive pattern etched into it.

The hilt of the sword is wrapped in a decorative material, possibly leather or fabric, and features a small guard and a pommel. The scabbard is made of wood or bamboo and has a decorative design etched into it. It is wrapped in a cloth or leather strap, which is tied with a bow at the top.

The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the sword and its scabbard. Overall, the image provides a clear view of the katana and its scabbard, showcasing their intricate designs and craftsmanship.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a traditional Japanese sword, specifically a katana, with its scabbard. The sword is positioned horizontally across the top of the image, while the scabbard is placed below it.

The sword features a long, curved blade with a sharp edge and a pointed tip. The blade is made of metal and has a silver color with a slight sheen. The hilt of the sword is wrapped in a cream-colored material, possibly leather or fabric, and adorned with intricate designs and patterns. A small, round guard protects the hand from the blade.

The scabbard is also made of metal and has a similar design to the sword's hilt. It is wrapped in a brown material with gold accents and features a decorative pattern along its length. The scabbard is tied to the sword with a leopard-print cord.

The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the details of the sword and scabbard. Overall, the image presents a stunning example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and design.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features two antique swords, likely Japanese katanas, displayed against a black background. The top sword has a long, straight blade with a curved tip, and it is attached to a hilt with intricate designs. The hilt is decorated with a combination of white and brown materials, possibly lacquer and wood, with a metal guard and a tassel. The blade appears to be made of steel and has a polished finish.

The bottom sword has a shorter, curved blade and a hilt with a more ornate design. The hilt is made of a combination of gold and brown materials, possibly lacquer and wood, with a metal guard and a tassel. The blade appears to be made of steel and has a polished finish. The sword is attached to a wooden scabbard with a metal mount.

Overall, the image showcases the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into creating traditional Japanese swords. The swords are likely valuable collector's items and may have historical significance.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a sword, with the blade and the handle on the top and the sheath on the bottom. The sword is made of steel, and the handle is made of wood. The sheath is made of wood, with a rope tied to it. The sword is placed on a black background, which makes it stand out. The sword is a traditional Japanese sword, which is known for its sharpness and durability.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

Certainly! Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a decorative Japanese sword and its scabbard against a black background. The sword is displayed above the scabbard.

The sword has a curved, polished blade with a visible pattern etched into the metal near the hilt. The hilt itself has a cream-colored grip with dark, round decorations along it, and is fitted with a decorative, metallic guard. A thin, green cord hangs from the hilt.

The scabbard appears to be made of brown wood, adorned with intricate metallic designs on its ends. There are also gold, round ornaments placed along the brown portion. A folded cloth with a leopard print hangs from the center of the scabbard.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

The image showcases a Japanese katana sword with its scabbard against a stark black background. The sword, with its characteristic curved blade, is positioned above its scabbard, displaying its ornate hilt and the intricate detailing on the blade. The scabbard, equally detailed, features elaborate metalwork and embellishments. A decorative cloth hangs from the scabbard, adding to the overall aesthetic of the antique weapon. The lighting is carefully considered, highlighting the textures and details of the sword and its scabbard, and casting soft shadows that accentuate the form and depth of the objects. The image presents a piece of historical craftsmanship and cultural significance.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a traditional Japanese sword, likely a katana, displayed with its sheath. The sword is characterized by a curved, single-edged blade, which is typical of katanas. The handle (tsuka) and sheath (saya) are intricately decorated.

Key features include:

  1. Blade (Ha): The blade is long and slightly curved, with a sharp edge on one side. It appears to be well-maintained and polished.

  2. Handle (Tsuka): The handle is wrapped in a material that looks like ray skin (samegawa) and is bound with a decorative cord (ito). The wrapping features a pattern, possibly a leopard or cheetah print, adding a unique aesthetic touch.

  3. Guard (Tsuba): The guard, which protects the hand, is ornately designed with what appears to be metallic elements and possibly some engravings or inlays.

  4. Sheath (Saya): The sheath is decorated with a similar pattern to the handle, featuring a leopard or cheetah print. It has a lacquered finish and is adorned with metallic fittings (koshirae) that complement the overall design.

  5. Sageo: The cord (sageo) attached to the sheath is also decorated in a matching pattern, enhancing the cohesive look of the sword and sheath.

Overall, the sword is a fine example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, combining functional design with artistic detail.