Human Generated Data

Title

Festival Boats Under Bridge, with poems by Hakyūan Shōkaku and Heisokusai Juraku

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, 1933.4.1786

Human Generated Data

Title

Festival Boats Under Bridge, with poems by Hakyūan Shōkaku and Heisokusai Juraku

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, 1933.4.1786

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Envelope 91.3
Mail 87.9
Art 87.2
Vehicle 78.4
Transportation 78.4
Postcard 77.2
Human 60.3
Watercraft 58.6
Vessel 58.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

print 98.5
art 98.3
illustration 98.2
painting 97.5
no person 97.2
travel 97.1
group 95.6
architecture 95
decoration 94.4
retro 94.2
picture frame 94.2
vintage 94
desktop 93.7
antique 93.6
paper 93.2
text 93.1
ancient 92.5
design 91.8
building 91.7
old 91.7

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

sketch 56
drawing 48.6
representation 41
grunge 40
vintage 31.4
old 31.4
paper 30.6
texture 29.2
retro 25.4
frame 24.9
antique 24.7
map 21
grungy 20.9
design 20.8
wallpaper 19.9
aged 19.9
ancient 19.9
art 19.9
dirty 18.1
structure 17.8
page 16.7
border 15.4
silhouette 14.9
material 14.3
architecture 14.1
construction 13.7
pattern 13.7
worn 13.4
graphic 13.1
backgrounds 13
floral 12.8
brown 12.5
leaf 12.5
flower 12.3
artistic 12.2
empty 12
black 12
blank 12
style 11.9
wall 11.8
house 11.7
city 11.6
tower 11.6
parchment 11.5
canvas 11.4
plan 11.3
grain 11.1
rough 10.9
paint 10.9
building 10.7
scrapbook 10.7
aging 10.5
old fashioned 10.5
decorative 10
album 9.7
torn 9.7
decay 9.6
damaged 9.5
color 9.5
sheet 9.4
backdrop 9.1
grime 8.8
textured 8.8
decoration 8.7
line 8.7
cardboard 8.6
sky 8.3
business 7.9
urban 7.9
distressed 7.9
shabby 7.8
manuscript 7.8
fracture 7.8
card 7.8
travel 7.7
modern 7.7
book jacket 7.7
stain 7.7
shape 7.5
document 7.4
light 7.4
letter 7.3
envelope 7.3
history 7.2

Google
created on 2019-07-06

Boat 87.9
Vehicle 86.3
Watercraft 76.6
Galley 61.7
Illustration 57.7
Panokseon 56.2
Mast 55.2
Galiot 52.9

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

drawing 93.4
handwriting 71.7
ship 62.6
sketch 50.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting
Person
Boat

Clarifai

Boat

AWS Rekognition

Painting 87.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

interior objects 97.7%
paintings art 1.7%

Captions

Clarifai

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Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-21

a photograph of a painting of a boat in the water

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

a painting of boats on the water with a bridge in the background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-09

This is a traditional East Asian-style illustration, seemingly Japanese due to the appearance of the text. The image depicts a scene of a busy bridge over a body of water with boats. There are two larger boats, richly decorated, that appear to be ferrying passengers or goods, and one smaller rowboat. The bridge is constructed of wood, with substantial double supports. Buildings or structures with tiled roofs are visible beyond the bridge, suggesting a populated area. Elegant script, likely Japanese calligraphy, floats above the scene to the left and right, which might be poetry, narration, or descriptive text related to the scene. The artwork is done using fine lines and delicate colors, which is characteristic of Japanese woodblock prints or paintings.

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

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print. It depicts a scene of boats on a river beneath a large wooden bridge. There are multiple boats, including what seems to be a larger vessel with a covered deck and smaller rowing boats nearby. The background features a large stone embankment and some wooden structures. Above the bridge, there are vertical lines of Japanese calligraphy, possibly poetry or text related to the scene. The overall color palette is soft, with subtle tones of green, red, and gray. The style and composition suggest an emphasis on detail and a serene, calm atmosphere.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a traditional Japanese artwork showing boats passing under a wooden bridge structure. The bridge appears to be supported by large wooden posts with cross-bracing, and there's a stone wall with a hexagonal pattern visible at the top of the image. Below the bridge, there are several boats, including what appear to be pleasure boats or passenger vessels decorated with red banners or flags. The boats are shown navigating the water beneath the bridge's supports. The style is characteristic of Japanese woodblock prints or illustrations, with Japanese calligraphy visible at the top of the image. The scene likely depicts a waterway in a Japanese city during the Edo period. The artwork uses subtle colors, with the boats rendered in darker tones against the lighter water and bridge structure.

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

The image appears to be an illustration or drawing depicting a traditional Japanese scene. It shows a wooden bridge or architectural structure spanning a river or waterway, with various boats and vessels moving along the water. The illustration has a detailed, intricate style with fine lines and small figures visible. The text in the image appears to be in Japanese calligraphy or characters. Overall, the artwork portrays a tranquil, historical Japanese landscape.

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

This is a traditional Japanese woodblock print showing boats passing under a wooden bridge structure. The bridge appears to be supported by large wooden posts with cross-braced supports, and there's a stone wall with a hexagonal pattern visible at the top of the image. Several boats are depicted beneath the bridge, including what appears to be pleasure boats with decorative red banners or flags. The water is represented with simple wave patterns, and there's some Japanese calligraphy text at the top of the image. The artwork shows careful attention to architectural detail in the bridge construction and uses a subtle color palette typical of Japanese prints from this period. In the background, there appears to be some suggestion of landscape elements including what might be trees or garden features.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese boat, likely a junk or a sampan, with a distinctive curved bow and a flat stern. The boat is painted in a muted color palette, with shades of beige, brown, and black, and features intricate details such as carved wooden decorations and a small cabin at the rear.

In the foreground, the boat is positioned in the center of the image, with its bow facing to the left. The water surrounding the boat is depicted in a wavy pattern, suggesting movement or ripples on the surface. A small figure is visible in the boat, possibly the captain or a passenger.

In the background, a stone wall or dock is visible, with a few buildings or structures in the distance. The sky above is a light gray or beige color, with some darker clouds or shading suggesting a sense of depth and atmosphere.

Overall, the image appears to be a traditional Japanese painting or illustration, possibly from the Edo period (1603-1868) or earlier. The style and technique used are reminiscent of ukiyo-e, a type of Japanese woodblock printing that was popular during this time period.

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

The image depicts a serene scene of boats on the water, with a prominent wooden structure in the background. The boats are adorned with people and various objects, while the structure features a large stone wall and a wooden frame with X-shaped supports. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, with the soft colors and gentle waves creating a sense of calmness.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, or ukiyo-e, depicting a scene of a bridge over a river. The bridge is constructed with a wooden framework supported by large stone pillars. The bridge's design is intricate, with a series of arches and a central walkway. The river beneath the bridge is calm, and there are several boats passing underneath. The boats are carrying people, some of whom are sitting while others are standing. The scene is set against a backdrop of a city, with buildings and trees visible in the distance. The print includes Japanese text, which adds to its cultural context. The overall composition is balanced, with the bridge and boats dominating the foreground, while the city and sky provide a sense of depth and perspective.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image depicts a traditional Japanese print featuring a bridge over a body of water. The bridge is constructed with wooden pillars and beams, showcasing the architectural style of the period. Boats are navigating beneath the bridge, suggesting a bustling waterway. The water is depicted with gentle waves, indicating a calm day. The sky above is clear, contributing to the serene atmosphere of the scene. The artwork is rendered in a style typical of Japanese woodblock prints, with attention to detail in the depiction of the bridge and boats.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression
The image appears to be a woodblock print in the ukiyo-e style, likely dating from the Edo period of Japan. It depicts a scene involving boats under a bridge or pier, with text calligraphy accompanying the visual elements.

Visual Elements

  • Bridge/Pier Structure: The central focus is a large wooden structure, likely a bridge or pier. It's supported by thick vertical posts with a cross-braced framework made of beams. The stone wall to the left is a retaining wall.

  • Boats: There are several boats on the water. Some of the boats are larger and covered, seemingly transporting passengers. Other smaller boats are rowed by individuals. The boats are drawn with simple lines.

  • Background: In the background, beyond the structure, there appears to be land with vegetation. The artwork uses a limited color palette, with dominant tones of pinks, browns, grays, and greens.

  • Water: The water is portrayed with horizontal lines, suggesting gentle ripples or movement.

Calligraphy

  • There is Japanese calligraphy at the upper left and top right corners of the image, and also over the pier.

Composition

  • The composition is organized with the structure dominating the middle, creating vertical lines that lead the eye. The boats in the foreground offer a sense of depth and scale.

Style

  • The style is characteristic of ukiyo-e prints with flat perspectives, simple lines, and muted colors. The print showcases a slice of everyday life during the Edo period.

Overall, the image depicts a scene of boats passing under a large wooden structure, accompanied by Japanese calligraphy, rendered in the style of a classic ukiyo-e woodblock print.

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

Here is a description of the image:

This is a Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period, depicting a scene on a river or canal. The scene is dominated by the large, wooden supports of a bridge or pier. Several boats of varying sizes are navigating the water beneath the structure.

The large boats, likely passenger ferries or pleasure craft, are filled with people. Smaller boats, likely rowboats, are also present, carrying a few individuals each.

The artistic style is characteristic of Ukiyo-e prints: flat planes of color, stylized representation of the human figures, and carefully rendered details, such as the ripples of water and the texture of the stone wall.

Calligraphy is visible on the print. The writing is arranged in a vertical format and appears to be a poem or descriptive text.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese woodblock print showcasing a scene of a large wooden bridge under construction over a body of water. The bridge is supported by several large, intricately designed pillars. Workers can be seen on the bridge, engaged in various construction activities.

In the foreground, there are two boats on the water. One boat is larger and appears to be a traditional Japanese houseboat or pleasure boat, adorned with decorative elements and carrying several people. The other boat is smaller and simpler, with a single occupant who is rowing.

The background features a stone wall with a hexagonal pattern, suggesting a fortification or a castle wall. There are also some structures and trees visible in the distance, adding depth to the scene.

The print includes Japanese calligraphy, which likely provides context or a narrative to the scene, though the specific content of the text is not clear from the image alone. The overall style and details of the print are characteristic of traditional Japanese ukiyo-e art, which often depicted scenes from everyday life, landscapes, and historical events.

Qwen

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print featuring a large floating structure resembling a stage or platform on a river. The structure has multiple levels and is supported by tall pillars. There are people on the structure, some of whom appear to be performing or engaging in some form of activity, while others are looking on. The river is calm with another smaller boat visible nearby, containing a few people who seem to be rowing.

The background includes a hexagonal structure that looks like a breakwater or a fortification, and there is a fence with trees beyond it, suggesting a park or a similar setting. The image is filled with Japanese calligraphy in the upper part of the image, written in a flowing, cursive script, which adds a poetic and cultural element to the scene. The overall style of the artwork is characteristic of traditional Japanese art, with soft pastel colors and detailed line work.

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

This image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, possibly from the Edo period. It depicts a scene by a river with boats and a partially constructed bridge. The boats are filled with people and goods, suggesting a bustling scene of trade or travel. One of the boats has a red covering, which might indicate it is a special or official vessel. The bridge is made of wood and has a lattice-like structure, with some parts of it already built and others still in progress. In the background, there are stone walls and a hint of a landscape with trees and possibly buildings. The text in the image is in Japanese, likely providing context or a narrative related to the scene depicted. The overall style is characteristic of Japanese ukiyo-e prints, with detailed line work and a focus on everyday life.

Text analysis

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