Human Generated Data

Title

Tobacco Pouch with a Shell-Shaped Ornament (Netsuke), a Box of Sweets from Takasagoya, and a Pot of Plant/The Salt Shell (Shiogai), from the series Shell-Matching Game with Genroku Poets (Genroku kasen kai-awase), with a poem by Toshigaki no Maharu

Date

Edo period, datable to 1821

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, 1933.4.1816

Human Generated Data

Title

Tobacco Pouch with a Shell-Shaped Ornament (Netsuke), a Box of Sweets from Takasagoya, and a Pot of Plant/The Salt Shell (Shiogai), from the series Shell-Matching Game with Genroku Poets (Genroku kasen kai-awase), with a poem by Toshigaki no Maharu

People

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

Date

Edo period, datable to 1821

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.1816

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Text 96
Envelope 94.1
Mail 88.4
Label 77.6
Paper 60.7
Postcard 57.6
Greeting Card 55.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

text 97.8
people 96.4
paper 95.4
print 94.8
lithograph 93
document 92.1
vintage 89.9
illustration 89.5
no person 88.8
retro 88.7
painting 86.4
card 85.6
old 81.7
antique 79.8
art 79.3
business 79.1
letter 78.1
chalk out 77.3
manuscript 76
commerce 75.4

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

money 63
currency 57.5
envelope 56.7
cash 54.1
container 53
finance 48.2
bank 45.7
banking 41.4
wealth 37.7
financial 37.5
business 35.9
paper 34.7
note 34
banknote 32.1
bill 30.5
exchange 29.6
payment 27
economy 26.9
pay 26.9
savings 26.1
banknotes 25.5
bills 25.3
notes 24
packet 22.6
hundred 22.3
investment 22
rich 20.5
dollar 19.5
success 18.5
package 18.5
market 16.9
stock 16.9
rate 16.6
stamp 16.5
change 16.4
commerce 15.9
loan 15.4
profit 15.3
debt 14.5
coin 14.3
buy 14.1
twenty 13.8
bookmark 13
ten 12.8
card 11.9
fifty 11.8
paying 11.7
value 11.7
vintage 11.6
trade 11.5
spending 10.8
monetary 10.8
pound 10.6
union 10.6
save 10.5
close 10.3
number 10.3
currencies 9.9
50 9.9
cost 9.8
gambling 9.7
dollars 9.7
price 9.6
expensive 9.6
product 9.4
board 9.4
shopping 9.2
global 9.1
backgrounds 8.9
income 8.8
symbol 8.8
five 8.7
abundance 8.7
economic 8.7
finances 8.7
credit 8.7
book 8.7
old 8.4
book jacket 8.4
stack 8.3
sign 8.3
pattern 8.2
closeup 8.1
die 8
pounds 7.9
travel 7.8
coins 7.7
making 7.7
win 7.7
design 7.7
texture 7.6
one 7.5
greeting 7.4
creation 7.3
collection 7.2
handkerchief 7.1
concepts 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-06

Illustration 84
Botany 80.1
Plant 58.5
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

text 99.1
drawing 95.2
cartoon 88.4
child art 87.7
illustration 86.6
book 70.4
handwriting 69.8
sketch 67.5

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

interior objects 69.6%
paintings art 27.4%
food drinks 1.9%

Captions

Azure OpenAI

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-09

This image is a classic Japanese print showing several distinct cultural artifacts. The print includes rich cultural symbolism and traditional objects, and it is done in a style reminiscent of Ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art which flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. There are several traditional objects depicted: 1. An inkstone with a small green tree and flowers. The inkstone seems to contain a landscape painting with mountains and water, incorporating a sort of miniature garden aesthetic. 2. An ink-stick partially placed on top of the inkstone. 3. A stack of what seems to be traditional Japanese books or paper with brush writing on them. The top book has a red cover, and the one beneath has a black-and-white checkered pattern. 4. A writing brush with a black handle and brown bristles resting on top of the stack of books. In the background are calligraphic Japanese characters, adding textual context to the illustration. Without being able to read the characters, it is hard to say what additional meaning they provide, but they likely complement the artistic and literary elements of the scene. A red seal stamp and additional calligraphy on the right-hand side act as signatures or marks of the artist and could also convey the title, artist's name, or a relevant poem or saying. This kind of art is rich in cultural significance, often reflecting the contemplative nature of literary and artistic pursuits in Japanese history.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-09

This image is a piece of traditional Japanese art, likely a woodblock print, featuring a carefully arranged still life. The scene includes: 1. A red lacquered writing set (suzuribako) with an inkstone and brushes. 2. A scroll with Japanese calligraphy, resting slightly on the writing set. 3. A decorative bonsai-like plant in an ornate ceramic pot, which is also depicted in vivid colors. 4. Another small object, possibly a decorative fan or another piece of calligraphy, placed in the background, to the right. 5. Handwritten Japanese characters that could be a poem or a set of quotations placed above the items. The artwork incorporates traditional elements consistent with Japanese culture, including attention to nature, aesthetics of everyday objects, and the beauty of simplicity. The colors employed are subtle, and the composition is balanced, providing a serene and contemplative scene.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-09

The image appears to depict various objects and elements associated with Japanese culture and traditions. In the center, there is a large, red object that resembles a wooden block or stamp. Surrounding it are several other items, including what looks like a book or scroll, some stones or rocks, and a bowl or container with what seems to be a plant or foliage inside. The background features a landscape or scene with trees and what appears to be a body of water. The text in the image is in Japanese characters, and based on the style and composition, this appears to be a traditional Japanese artwork or illustration. The scene seems to convey a sense of tranquility and contemplation, although the specific meaning or symbolism is not immediately clear without further context.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-09

This is a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) that shows a still life composition. The image features a red kimono sash or obi, some books with Japanese text on their covers, and a decorative plant arrangement in a blue and white porcelain bowl. The plant appears to be a small pine or similar evergreen along with some flowering stems. The composition includes Japanese calligraphy at the top of the image and a red seal mark in the upper right corner. The style and elements suggest this is from the Edo period, and it's rendered in the characteristic flat style of Japanese woodblock prints, using a limited but harmonious color palette dominated by red, green, and neutral tones.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-09

The image is a Japanese woodblock print, likely from the 19th century, featuring a collection of objects and symbols that convey a sense of tranquility and cultural heritage. * **Potted Plant**: In the left corner, a potted plant with green leaves and a pinkish-red stem is depicted. The pot itself is white with blue designs, adding a touch of elegance to the scene. * **Red Box**: A red box with a black handle and a small, dark object on top sits in front of the potted plant. The box appears to be open, with its contents spilling out. * **Books**: Two books are stacked on top of each other, with the top one lying open. The books have red covers with black borders and white pages, suggesting they may contain important documents or texts. * **Seal**: A red seal is visible in the upper-right corner of the image, featuring a design that may indicate the artist's signature or a family crest. * **Japanese Characters**: Throughout the image, various Japanese characters are written in black ink. These characters likely provide additional context or meaning to the scene, but their exact translation is not provided. * **Background**: The background of the image is a light beige color, which helps to create a sense of calmness and serenity. Overall, the image presents a serene and culturally rich scene, with the potted plant, red box, and books evoking a sense of tranquility and learning. The presence of Japanese characters and a seal adds an air of authenticity and cultural significance to the artwork.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-09

The image is a Japanese woodblock print featuring a collection of objects, including a red box with a lid, a small white bowl containing a plant, and a rectangular box with a label. The background of the image is beige, with Japanese characters written in black ink. **Key Elements:** * **Red Box:** The red box is positioned in the center of the image, with its lid slightly ajar. It appears to be made of wood and has a simple design. * **Small White Bowl:** The small white bowl is placed to the left of the red box and contains a small plant with green leaves and pink flowers. * **Rectangular Box:** The rectangular box is positioned below the red box and has a label attached to it. The label features Japanese characters written in black ink. * **Background:** The background of the image is beige, with Japanese characters written in black ink. The characters appear to be a poem or a message, but their meaning is unclear without further context. **Overall Impression:** The image presents a serene and peaceful atmosphere, with the natural beauty of the plant and the simplicity of the objects creating a sense of calmness. The use of muted colors and the subtle design of the objects add to the overall sense of tranquility.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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