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Title

Courtly Garden in Summer, from the Tale of Genji(?)

Date

Edo period,

People

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai 葛飾北斎, Japanese 1760 - 1849

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.2659

Human Generated Data

Title

Courtly Garden in Summer, from the Tale of Genji(?)

People

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai 葛飾北斎, Japanese 1760 - 1849

Date

Edo period,

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.2659

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Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Art 96.5
Pattern 82.5
Graphics 66.8
Floral Design 66.8
Applique 58.4
Embroidery 57

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

map 99.7
paper 99.5
illustration 99.2
print 98.6
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cartography 98.1
vintage 97.7
art 97.5
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painting 97.3
antique 96.9
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retro 95.8
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manuscript 94.7
lithograph 94.4
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text 92.6

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

envelope 93
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vintage 33.1
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Google
created on 2019-07-06

Illustration 81.2
Room 74.4
Art 74
Painting 65.4
Watercolor paint 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

drawing 97.7
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sketch 88.3
art 77
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map 75.2
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Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

Tree
House
Plant
Flower
Furniture

AWS Rekognition

Painting 96.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

paintings art 96.7%
interior objects 3.3%

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Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a painting of a woman in a yellow dress

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-28

a painting of a chinese house with a bridge and trees

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-10

This is an image of a traditional East Asian painting, depicting what appears to be an architectural scene with buildings and nature. It's painted in a style that suggests it could be Japanese or Chinese, showing partial views of various architectural elements through openings in clouds or mist.

From left to right, there is a large sliding door or partition with blue and green details that could be either part of a larger building or a fence. Following that, there is a stairway leading up to a building with a tiled roof. There's a glimpse of another roof right behind it. The middle of the painting features another part of the structure with its intricate wooden framework and what looks like gilded elements, indicating the building may be of significant importance, possibly a temple or a palace.

The right side of the painting shows more of the natural environment, with trees and foliage artistically rendered. There's a view of a structure with a thatched roof tucked amidst the trees, and also what looks like a rock or a small cliff with shrubs and trees around it. Throughout the image, vibrant red flowers add a splash of color to the predominantly muted tones.

The picture employs the technique of partially concealing the scene with the cloud motifs, giving a sense of depth and inviting the viewer to imagine the unseen parts of the scene. The use of delicate lines and soft, subtle color hues is typical of traditional East Asian artwork, likely reflecting Taoist or Shinto philosophies of harmony with nature.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-10

The image is a traditional Asian painting, likely Japanese or Chinese, featuring architectural and natural elements. It depicts a partly enclosed wooden structure with latticed walls, elevated on stilts. Around the building, there are beautifully detailed trees and plants with foliage in varying shades of green, along with some red flowers. The architectural design includes a multi-level platform with stairs leading up to it. The background and borders of the image have a cloud-like appearance, giving the painting a dreamy or ethereal quality. The painting integrates natural elements with human-made structures, typical of East Asian art styles, and uses soft, muted colors.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This appears to be a traditional East Asian landscape painting, likely Japanese or Chinese in style. The artwork depicts an architectural scene with multiple levels of buildings or platforms connected by walkways, featuring latticed screens and railings. The buildings are set among a natural landscape with green trees, some appearing to have red blossoms, possibly plum or cherry blossoms. The overall color palette is soft and muted, with yellows, greens, and pale blues. The composition uses an aerial or bird's-eye perspective, which was common in traditional East Asian art. The style suggests this is likely from a historical period, with the delicate brushwork and atmospheric quality characteristic of classical Asian painting techniques. The scene has a peaceful, serene quality to it, with the architecture harmoniously integrated into the natural surroundings.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-10

This image depicts a whimsical, illustrated landscape. It features a large, angular building with a distinctive roof structure, surrounded by a lush natural setting of trees, bushes, and a body of water in the background. The overall style and color palette suggest this is a traditional Asian or East Asian style of illustration or artwork.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-10

This appears to be a traditional East Asian landscape painting or scroll, likely Japanese or Chinese in style. The artwork depicts an architectural structure with distinctive geometric lattice work and elevated walkways or platforms. The building features slanted roofs and appears to be integrated into a natural setting. The landscape includes green trees and vegetation, with splashes of red that could be flowers or autumn foliage. The composition uses a soft, muted color palette dominated by yellows, greens, and earth tones. The style employs typical East Asian artistic techniques with delicate brushwork and an emphasis on negative space. The overall scene suggests a peaceful, contemplative garden or residential setting.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-10

The image depicts a serene and picturesque scene, reminiscent of traditional Japanese art. The composition features a large building with a tiled roof and a staircase leading up to it, set against a backdrop of trees and a body of water. The building's design is characterized by a grid-like pattern on its facade, while the staircase is adorned with a railing that adds a sense of elegance to the overall scene.

In the foreground, several trees are scattered throughout the landscape, their branches stretching out towards the viewer. The trees are depicted in various shades of green, with some displaying vibrant red leaves. The body of water, likely a lake or river, stretches across the background, its surface reflecting the colors of the sky above.

The sky itself is a warm yellow hue, with clouds drifting lazily across it. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted within.

The style of the image suggests that it may be a traditional Japanese painting or print, possibly from the Edo period (1603-1868). The use of bold lines, vibrant colors, and natural motifs is characteristic of Japanese art from this time period, which often emphasized the beauty of nature and the importance of harmony between humans and the environment.

Overall, the image presents a captivating and idyllic scene that evokes a sense of calm and serenity. Its traditional Japanese style and attention to detail make it a compelling work of art that invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of nature and the culture that inspired it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-10

The image depicts a serene and idyllic scene, with a large building situated in the center. The building features a sloping roof and a balcony, which is adorned with a railing. A staircase leads up to the balcony, adding to the sense of grandeur.

In the foreground, several trees are visible, their branches stretching out towards the viewer. The trees are surrounded by clouds, which add a touch of whimsy to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted.

The image appears to be a traditional Japanese painting, with bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors. The use of natural elements, such as trees and clouds, creates a sense of harmony and balance. The building, with its sloping roof and balcony, adds a sense of elegance and sophistication.

Overall, the image is a beautiful representation of traditional Japanese art, capturing the essence of nature and architecture in a single, stunning scene.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-28

The image features a traditional Japanese painting, possibly a scroll or a hanging scroll. The painting depicts a serene landscape with a combination of natural and architectural elements. The central focus is on a small, elegant building with a roof and a wooden bridge leading to it. The building is surrounded by lush green trees and plants, with some red flowers adding a splash of color. The background is a soft yellow, and the overall composition is balanced and harmonious, reflecting the principles of Japanese aesthetics.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-28

The image features a painting of a house with a yellow fence and a staircase. The house is surrounded by trees and plants, and it is situated on a hill. The painting also includes a small pond with red flowers. The house has a roof with a chimney, and the fence is painted yellow. The staircase is made of wood and has a yellow handrail. The painting is set against a yellow background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-14

The image is a Japanese print with scenes of buildings and foliage visible through cloud-like cutouts on a yellow background.

On the left, there is a building with a grey roof and a wooden fence with a screen detail. A wooden walkway with red railings extends from the building, supported by posts. A pine tree is visible in the foreground.

In the center, there is a section with red flowers blooming on a hillside, surrounded by greenery. Further to the right, there is another building with a gabled roof and red flowers in the foreground. A pine tree and a red-trunked tree are also visible.

The yellow background creates the impression that the scenes are glimpsed through gaps in clouds or stylized cutouts. The overall style is characteristic of traditional Japanese prints with its muted colors, attention to detail, and focus on natural elements integrated with architectural structures.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-14

Here's a description of the image:

This is a Japanese-style print, likely a woodblock print. It features a panoramic view of a landscape with buildings, bridges, and nature. The composition is framed by a series of cloud-like shapes in a soft, yellow color, creating a sense of depth and framing the scene within.

Here are some of the key elements:

  • Architecture: Buildings with distinctive Japanese roofs, bridges, and structures with lattice screens are prominent. The architectural elements are depicted in simple yet elegant lines, with a variety of angles and perspectives. The colors used are muted, with tones of green, yellow, and brown.
  • Nature: Lush trees with green foliage, red flowers, and possibly a small stream or body of water add life to the scene.
  • Style: The overall style is characterized by its flat perspective, use of bold outlines, and the limited color palette that is characteristic of Japanese woodblock prints.

The entire scene has a serene and peaceful quality that is common in this type of art.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a serene and traditional Japanese landscape, likely a scene from a historical period or a classical Japanese painting. Here is a detailed summary of the elements in the image:

  1. Buildings and Structures:

    • There are two main buildings in the scene. The larger one on the left appears to be a traditional Japanese residence or pavilion with a tiled roof and lattice windows.
    • The smaller structure on the right side is also a traditional building, possibly a smaller pavilion or a tea house, with similar architectural features.
    • Both buildings are connected by a covered walkway or corridor, which is elevated and supported by pillars.
  2. Natural Elements:

    • The landscape is rich with natural elements. There are several trees, including a large, sprawling tree with red leaves, suggesting it might be autumn.
    • There are also blooming flowers, particularly red blossoms, which could be indicative of cherry blossoms or another type of flowering tree.
    • A body of water is visible in the background, adding to the tranquil atmosphere of the scene.
  3. Clouds and Sky:

    • The sky is filled with clouds, which are depicted in a stylized manner, common in traditional Japanese art. The clouds are rendered in a soft, yellowish hue, giving a warm and peaceful ambiance to the scene.
  4. Overall Atmosphere:

    • The image conveys a sense of tranquility and harmony with nature, which is a common theme in Japanese art. The careful placement of buildings within the natural landscape suggests a respect for and integration with the environment.

This scene likely represents an idealized view of a peaceful and harmonious life in traditional Japan, emphasizing the beauty of nature and the elegance of traditional architecture.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

The image appears to be a traditional East Asian painting, possibly of Japanese or Chinese origin. It depicts a serene and picturesque scene featuring a traditional building with a tiled roof and a veranda supported by wooden beams. The building is surrounded by lush greenery, including trees and shrubs with vibrant red flowers, which are characteristic of certain types of spring or summer foliage.

The background is a soft, pastel yellow, giving the impression of a tranquil sky or a painted backdrop. There are also stylized clouds painted in similar tones, adding to the peaceful ambiance of the scene. The overall style of the painting is delicate and detailed, with a focus on natural beauty and traditional architectural elements. The use of color is soft and harmonious, contributing to the calm and harmonious atmosphere of the artwork.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-03

This image is a traditional East Asian painting, likely Japanese or Chinese, characterized by its delicate and harmonious composition. The scene depicts a serene landscape with architectural and natural elements intertwined. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Architecture:

    • There is a prominent green building with a traditional design, featuring a tiled roof and a grid-like window structure. The building is partially obscured by clouds, giving it an ethereal quality.
    • In front of the building, there is a wooden bridge with railings, extending over a body of water. The bridge leads to a smaller structure, possibly a pavilion or a part of the main building.
    • The architectural elements are painted with precise lines and details, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of the artist.
  2. Natural Elements:

    • The landscape includes various trees, some with red blossoms, adding a splash of color to the scene. The trees are depicted with fine brushstrokes, capturing the texture of the leaves and branches.
    • There are also rocky formations and a body of water, which reflects the surrounding elements. The water is painted with subtle waves, suggesting a gentle flow.
    • The sky is filled with large, fluffy clouds, painted in soft yellows and whites, which contribute to the peaceful atmosphere of the scene.
  3. Color Palette:

    • The overall color scheme is soft and muted, with pastel yellows, greens, and reds. The use of these colors creates a calm and tranquil mood.
    • The background is a light yellow, which helps to highlight the main elements of the painting and gives it a dreamlike quality.
  4. Composition:

    • The painting is balanced and well-composed, with the architectural elements and natural elements complementing each other. The placement of the bridge, trees, and clouds creates a sense of depth and perspective.
    • The scene is framed by the clouds, which add a sense of mystery and intrigue, as if the viewer is glimpsing into a hidden world.

Overall, this painting is a beautiful representation of traditional East Asian art, capturing the essence of nature and architecture in a harmonious and serene setting.