Human Generated Data

Title

Long-Handled Censer with Lobed Container

Date

618 - 907

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1930.11

Human Generated Data

Title

Long-Handled Censer with Lobed Container

Date

618 - 907

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1930.11

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-08

Bronze 78.4
Evening Dress 67.5
Apparel 67.5
Gown 67.5
Robe 67.5
Fashion 67.5
Clothing 67.5
Transportation 56.9
Vehicle 56
Weapon 55.3
Weaponry 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-08

no person 98.1
still life 97.7
one 93.2
container 93
art 89.7
people 83.4
cutout 83.1
two 82.4
wood 81.3
business 81.3
metalwork 81.1
technology 79.7
light 79.3
action 79.2
furniture 77.8
science 76.4
painting 75.6
medicine 75.6
conceptual 74.9
family 74

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

hook 71.7
mechanical device 55.3
device 41.7
mechanism 41.7
glass 16.8
close 16
water 15.3
metal 15.3
drink 15
liquid 13
drop 12.7
paper 11
tap 10.8
container 10.6
cold 10.3
blank 10.3
business 9.7
empty 9.4
closeup 9.4
tool 9.3
equipment 9.1
faucet 8.9
bathroom 8.6
nobody 8.5
tabletop 8.5
alcohol 8.4
black 8.4
snuffer 8.3
board 8.3
note 8.3
beverage 8.2
iron 7.8
space 7.8
clean 7.5
flowing 7.5
copy space 7.2
wet 7.2
copy 7.1
fastener 7

Google
created on 2019-07-08

Table 73.3
Metal 51.1

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-08

indoor 98.1
tool 77.7
weapon 72.4

Color Analysis

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-08

a white vase on a table 54.8%
a vase sitting on a table 43.1%
a vase sitting on top of a table 42%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a green metal object with a broken handle -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts an ancient bronze artifact with a greenish patina, likely due to oxidation over time. The object appears to be incomplete and damaged, with several detached fragments visible nearby. The artifact consists of a base, a cup-like structure, and an extended flat arm that has a circular end. There is also a decorative element with small circular protrusions resembling buds or flowers attached to the arm. Its form suggests it could be an ancient lamp or a utilitarian object, possibly used for ceremonial purposes. The detached fragments include curved and irregular pieces that seem to have broken off from the main artifact.

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

The image shows an ancient bronze object, likely an artifact, possibly a vessel or a lighting device, like an oil lamp or stand. The object has considerable degradation, with visible corrosion giving it a greenish patina. There are intricate details such as a vine with leaves, which suggests decorative craftsmanship. The base is octagonal and it appears to have sections broken off, as there are fragments placed nearby on the surface. The positioning and design indicate it might have been used for ceremonial purposes or daily life in ancient times. The background is plain, highlighting the artifact and emphasizing its physical condition and historical significance.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows an old, weathered bronze or copper object that appears to be some kind of mechanical device or tool. It has a long, curved arm with several small round components attached to it, and a larger, cylindrical base that is also heavily oxidized and worn. The object is sitting on a plain white background, with some smaller broken or detached pieces scattered around it. The overall appearance suggests this is an antique or historical artifact, possibly from an industrial or technological context.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This image shows an ancient bronze or copper steelyard balance, which is a type of weighing device used historically. The object has developed a green patina typical of aged copper alloys. It consists of a horizontal beam supported by a central pivot point, with what appears to be a hanging mechanism or hook system. Below the main apparatus, there are several fragments or broken pieces of the same material scattered on the surface. This type of balance was commonly used in ancient Rome and other civilizations for weighing goods in commerce. The design allowed for accurate measurement using a sliding weight along the graduated beam to determine the mass of objects hung from the hook.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a weathered, greenish metal object that appears to be a mechanical device, possibly a clockwork mechanism or a piece of machinery. The object is composed of various parts, including a long, thin arm with a curved end, a cylindrical body with a flat base, and several small, irregularly shaped pieces scattered around it.

The object is positioned at an angle, with the arm extending from the left side of the image towards the right. The cylindrical body is attached to the base and has a small, round opening on one side. The small pieces are scattered around the object, some of which appear to be fragments of the device's components.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the object. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that the object is an antique or vintage item, possibly from the 19th or early 20th century. The weathered appearance and the presence of small pieces suggest that the object may have been damaged or disassembled at some point in its history.

Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse of a mysterious and intriguing device that may have played a significant role in the lives of people in the past.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a bronze object, likely an ancient artifact, with a long handle and a bowl-like structure at the end. The object is positioned on a white surface, with some broken pieces scattered around it.

Key Features:

  • Handle: The handle is long and thin, extending from the left side of the image to the right.
  • Bowl-like Structure: The bowl-like structure is attached to the end of the handle and has a curved shape.
  • Broken Pieces: There are several broken pieces scattered around the object, suggesting that it may have been damaged or broken apart.
  • White Surface: The object is placed on a white surface, which provides a clean and neutral background for the image.

Possible Interpretation:

  • Ancient Artifact: The object appears to be an ancient artifact, possibly from a museum or archaeological site.
  • Restoration Project: The broken pieces suggest that the object may be undergoing restoration or conservation efforts.
  • Historical Significance: The object may hold historical significance, providing insight into the culture and technology of the time period in which it was created.

Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the past, highlighting the importance of preserving and restoring ancient artifacts for future generations.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a broken bronze artifact, possibly a lamp, on a white surface. The lamp is broken into several pieces, with the broken parts scattered around it. The lamp has a cylindrical body with a flared top and a handle on the side. The lamp's surface has a greenish patina, indicating that it is made of bronze. The lamp's design is intricate, with decorative elements such as a flower-like design on the handle.

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

The image shows a broken bronze lamp with a long handle. The lamp has a cylindrical shape, with a small hole at the top for a wick. The lamp has a decorative design on the front, with a floral pattern. The lamp is broken into several pieces, with some parts missing. The lamp is placed on a white surface, and there are some small pieces of bronze scattered around it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-09

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a highly corroded and damaged bronze object, likely an antique artifact. It appears to be some kind of hanging lamp or candlestick.

Key features:

  • Structure: The object has a long, straight arm that is bent at a right angle at both ends. One end terminates in a flat, circular base, while the other end connects to a cup-shaped element.
  • Cup-Shaped Element: The cup has a decorative design of vertical segments that resemble petals or leaves. It sits on a flared base with circular openings. The rim of the cup is severely damaged, with several pieces broken off.
  • Decoration: The arm has a small, decorative detail on its underside. There is a small scroll-like ornament.
  • Damage: The object is in poor condition. Many parts are missing.

Overall, the image captures a sense of history and decay, and the object is of interest as an example of ancient craftsmanship, although it is clearly in an unstable state.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-09

Here's a description of the image:

The image features a tarnished, likely antique, bronze object on a plain, light background. The object is comprised of several distinct parts. A cup-shaped piece rests on a tiered pedestal-like base. The cup is damaged with sections missing. A long, horizontal arm extends from the cup. Near the cup, the arm is decorated with stylized, spiraling designs. At the opposite end of the arm is a vertical section that ends in a circular, flat foot. Several broken fragments of the cup are scattered on the surface near the base. The bronze has a greenish hue, suggesting oxidation and age.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts an antique, possibly bronze, lamp or candlestick holder that appears to be damaged. The lamp has a long, horizontal arm extending from a vertical base, which is adorned with decorative elements resembling vines or tendrils. The base is circular and appears to be sturdy.

Several broken pieces of the lamp are scattered around the base on the white surface, indicating that the lamp has been broken or damaged. The fragments suggest that parts of the lamp have shattered, likely from the main body or the decorative elements. The overall patina of the lamp suggests age and wear, which is typical of antique bronze items. The image conveys a sense of fragility and the passage of time.