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Human Generated Data

Title

Medium-sized hair-bristled brush, from a set of Japanese brushes

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Ernest G. Stillman, Class of 1907, 1937.176.I

Human Generated Data

Title

Medium-sized hair-bristled brush, from a set of Japanese brushes

Classification

Artists' Tools

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. Ernest G. Stillman, Class of 1907, 1937.176.I

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-10

Symbol 95.5
Cross 95.5
Crucifix 72.9
Dessert 69
Cake 69
Food 69

Clarifai
created on 2019-04-10

no person 97.8
wear 94.4
wood 93.6
people 88.5
vintage 88.5
art 88.1
furniture 87.9
one 86.5
wooden 85.9
desktop 81.8
design 81.2
old 80.5
antique 79.4
watercraft 79.1
retro 78.6
decoration 76.5
still life 75.1
bird 74.2
print 73.6
house 73.5

Imagga
created on 2019-01-18

throne 55.6
architecture 48.7
chair of state 44.5
bell 42.6
religion 42.1
temple 39.9
ancient 34.6
old 33.4
chair 31.9
culture 31.6
travel 31
church 30.5
building 28.6
acoustic device 27.9
monument 26.1
history 25
religious 23.4
landmark 22.6
dome 22.5
seat 21.8
cathedral 21.5
gold 21.4
sky 21
signaling device 20.9
tourism 20.6
traditional 19.9
pagoda 19.7
worship 19.3
shelter 18.5
protective covering 18.2
statue 18.2
famous 17.7
cross 17
golden 16.3
spiritual 16.3
god 16.3
tower 15.3
place 14.9
orthodox 14.7
historic 14.7
tree 14.6
roof 14.6
heritage 14.5
faith 14.3
city 14.1
brick 14.1
historical 14.1
shrine 13.9
structure 13.8
stone 13.6
birdhouse 13.4
square 12.7
holy 12.5
art 11.8
monastery 11.8
sacred 11.7
furniture 11.6
capital 11.4
tourist 10.9
sculpture 10.7
prayer 10.6
east 10.3
palace 10.2
bell cote 9.9
spirituality 9.6
symbol 9.4
wall 9.4
site 9.4
landscape 8.9
cupola 8.8
ruin 8.8
saint 8.7
meditation 8.6
construction 8.6
oriental 8.5
detail 8
decoration 8
basil s 7.9
lightning rod 7.8
color 7.8
cloud 7.7
support 7.7
decorative 7.5
town 7.4
vacation 7.4
device 7.2

Google
created on 2019-01-18

wood 73.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-01-18

art 11.7
church 11.4
museum 10.4
winter 6
landscape 3.5
bell 3.4
ancient 3.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Wedding Cake

Clarifai

Plant

AWS Rekognition

Wedding Cake 69%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-01-18

streetview architecture 98.5%
nature landscape 1.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-01-18

a close up of a white wall 33.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-14

a photograph of a wooden frame with a brush and a brush

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

a brush with a wooden handle and fur

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-31

The image shows an old, well-worn brush. The handle appears to be made of wood that has darkened and developed a textured patina from use. There is a hole near the top of the handle, presumably for hanging the brush. The bristles are dark, thick, and somewhat frayed, indicating significant use. The section that holds the bristles is secured with several coils of twine or string, adding to the rustic and utilitarian appearance of the brush. The overall look of the brush suggests it has seen extensive use over time.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-19

The image shows what appears to be a traditional handmade broom. The upper part is a flat, elongated wooden plank with a tapered end and a hole near the top, presumably for hanging. The wood has visible wear and tear, with some paint residue, giving it an aged or rustic look.

The bristles of the broom are dark, possibly natural fibers, and they are attached to the lower part of the wooden handle. These bristles are densely packed and show signs of use. The attachment of the bristles to the handle is reinforced with binding that appears to be made of natural materials, such as strips of bark or woven fibers.

The broom is placed against a plain, light-colored background, which allows the details and the textures of the broom to stand out. The focus of the image is sharp, and every detail, from the grain of the wood to the individual bristles, is clearly visible. Overall, the broom looks sturdy and well-crafted, likely hand-made, indicative of traditional cleaning tools.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This is an old, well-worn paintbrush or wallpaper brush. It has a wide, flat wooden handle with a hole at the top (likely for hanging) and dark bristles at the bottom. The bristles appear to be natural hair or similar material, and they're bound to the handle with what looks like twine or cord wrapped multiple times around the base. The wood has a weathered, aged appearance with scratches and marks from use, showing a warm brown color underneath darker wear patterns. This type of brush was commonly used for applying paint, wallpaper paste, or similar materials in decorating and construction work.

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

This appears to be an antique or vintage whisk broom, also known as a dust brush. It has a wooden handle with a hole at the top (likely for hanging) and dark bristles made from what looks like natural fibers or horsehair. The wooden handle shows signs of age and wear, with a weathered, darkened patina. The bristles are bound to the handle with what appears to be twine or cord wrapped in multiple bands. It's the type of brush that would have been commonly used for sweeping dust and debris from furniture, clothing, or other surfaces in households during the 19th or early 20th century.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-19

The image shows an old, worn-looking wooden object with a hole in the center. The object appears to be some kind of tool or utensil, possibly a scrubbing brush or broom. It has a dark, textured surface and is surrounded by what seems to be black bristles or hair-like fibers. The overall appearance suggests this is an artifact or handcrafted item of some kind, with a rustic and vintage aesthetic.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a worn, wooden-handled brush with black bristles. The handle is made of wood and features a hole at the top, likely for hanging or attaching it to a surface. The bristles are dark brown or black and appear to be made of animal hair or synthetic fibers. They are attached to the handle using a thin rope or twine that wraps around the base of the bristles.

The brush has a flat, rectangular head with a slight curve at the edges, suggesting it may have been used for painting or applying a substance to a surface. The handle shows signs of wear and tear, with scratches and scuffs visible on its surface. The overall appearance of the brush suggests it has been well-used and may have been employed for a variety of tasks over time.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the brush. The lighting in the image is soft and even, which suggests it may have been taken in a studio or controlled environment. Overall, the image provides a clear and detailed view of the brush, allowing the viewer to examine its features and condition closely.

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

The image features a vintage paintbrush with a wooden handle and black bristles. The brush head is positioned at the bottom of the image, with the bristles pointing downwards. The wooden handle is attached to the brush head by a piece of twine or string, which is wrapped around the middle of the handle. The handle has a hole at the top and is made of a light-colored wood, possibly oak or pine. The bristles are long and thin, with a rough texture, and appear to be made of natural fibers such as horsehair or pig bristles.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the paintbrush. Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the paintbrush, showcasing its unique features and characteristics.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a wooden object that resembles a paintbrush. It has a handle made of wood, and the bristles are made of hair. The bristles are attached to the handle with a metal ring. The handle has a hole in the middle, and the bristles are tied with a black thread. The paintbrush is placed on a white surface, and the shadow of the paintbrush falls on the surface.

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

The image features a wooden paintbrush, which appears to be an antique. The paintbrush is made of wood and has a hole in the middle of the handle. The handle is wrapped with a rope, and the bristles are made of animal hair. The paintbrush is placed on a white surface, and the background is white. The paintbrush is probably used for painting, and it seems to be a vintage item.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-04

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases a well-used, aged paintbrush. The handle is constructed from wood, displaying a weathered texture and a dark, slightly stained appearance. It has a narrow, rectangular section towards the top, which then widens before connecting to the brush head. There's a circular hole bored into the handle's upper part.

The bristles of the brush appear to be dark brown, forming a dense and slightly rounded shape. They are securely bound to the handle using what seems to be dark string or twine, which is wrapped around the base in several layers. This binding is visibly worn.

Overall, the paintbrush conveys a sense of antiquity and craftsmanship, hinting at a tool that has been used extensively over time. The background is a solid gray color, which helps to highlight the brush and its details.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-04

Here's a description of the image:

Overall: The image presents a close-up shot of a weathered, possibly antique brush, likely used for painting or other artistic purposes. The brush exhibits signs of age and wear, contributing to a rustic or historical aesthetic.

Components:

  • Handle: The handle is made of wood, appearing aged and darkened with what appears to be some kind of markings at the top. A small, round hole is drilled near the top of the handle.
  • Bristles: The brush features a dense cluster of dark-brown bristles. They are slightly frayed and uneven, suggesting use and wear.
  • Binding: The bristles are attached to the handle with some kind of binding material, possibly rope or wire. There are several layers of binding tightly securing the bristles.

Style and Tone:

The lighting is soft, casting a gentle glow on the brush. The overall tone is one of history, craftsmanship, and perhaps a sense of nostalgia, given the age and wear of the object.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an old, worn-out brush with a wooden handle and bristles made of what appears to be natural fibers, possibly animal hair. The brush has a rectangular shape with a slightly tapered top and a hole near the top of the handle, possibly for hanging or attaching a string. The handle shows signs of wear and tear, with visible cracks and discoloration. The bristles are bound together with string, which is also worn and frayed. The overall appearance of the brush suggests it has been used extensively over time.

Qwen

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

The image shows a wooden paintbrush. The handle is rectangular with a smooth surface and a central round hole at the top, which is likely used for hanging the brush. The bristles are dark brown and appear to be made of natural fibers, possibly horsehair, which are secured to the handle with black twine or wire. The bristles are fanned out at the bottom, indicating the brush is designed for painting or other applications that require a broad surface area. The overall condition of the brush suggests it has been used, as there are visible signs of wear and possibly some discoloration on the handle.

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

This image shows an old-fashioned, handmade brush, likely used for painting or brushing. The brush has a wooden handle with a rectangular shape at the top and a wider base where the bristles are attached. The handle has a dark, weathered appearance with visible scratches and wear, indicating it has been used extensively. There is a small hole near the top of the handle, possibly for hanging or attaching the brush to something.

The bristles are dark brown or black and appear to be made of natural fibers, possibly horsehair or a similar material. The bristles are held in place by several strands of dark, twisted cord that are wrapped around the base of the brush, securing the bristles to the wooden handle. The overall appearance suggests that this is a vintage or antique brush, possibly from a time when such brushes were commonly made by hand.