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Human Generated Data

Title

The Nō Play Kurama, from the series A Set of Ten for the Hisakataya Poetry Club (Hisakataya jūban no uchi)

Date

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People

Artist: Teisai Hokuba 蹄斎北馬, Japanese 1771 - 1844

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.2024

Human Generated Data

Title

The Nō Play Kurama, from the series A Set of Ten for the Hisakataya Poetry Club (Hisakataya jūban no uchi)

People

Artist: Teisai Hokuba 蹄斎北馬, Japanese 1771 - 1844

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.2024

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-06

Human 97.4
Text 83.6
Art 81.7
Drawing 81.7
Soil 77.2
Astronaut 63.9
Leisure Activities 60.9
Sketch 57.6
Doodle 57.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-06

print 99.3
people 99
illustration 99
man 97.6
painting 97.3
art 97.1
paper 95.4
wear 94.6
adult 94.5
vintage 93.9
old 93.3
retro 92.8
no person 92.4
one 91.8
antique 91.6
military 90.8
veil 90.7
text 90.2
ancient 89.9
lithograph 89.8

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

vestment 99
gown 78.2
outerwear 59.4
clothing 38.4
vintage 25.6
paper 22.7
retro 22.1
covering 21.4
art 20.8
consumer goods 20.7
design 20.4
old 20.2
grunge 19.6
antique 15.7
decoration 14.9
texture 14.6
money 14.5
drawing 13.9
cash 12.8
symbol 12.8
finance 12.7
style 11.9
decorative 11.7
currency 11.7
holiday 11.5
card 11.2
envelope 11.1
floral 11.1
banking 11
religion 10.7
gold 10.7
wallpaper 10
aged 9.9
painting 9.9
silhouette 9.9
decor 9.7
business 9.7
pattern 9.6
flower 9.2
note 9.2
backdrop 9.1
text 8.8
graphic 8.7
ornament 8.6
golden 8.6
travel 8.4
frame 8.3
bank 8.1
celebration 8
blank 7.7
notes 7.7
sign 7.5
traditional 7.5
savings 7.5
element 7.4
sketch 7.4
brown 7.4
color 7.2
financial 7.1
creative 7.1
conceptual 7

Google
created on 2019-07-06

Text 88.1
Illustration 84.7
Drawing 72.9
Organism 71.5
Art 67.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-06

drawing 99.8
sketch 99.1
child art 94.4
cartoon 94.4
text 93.9
handwriting 63.8
illustration 51.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-38
Gender Male, 53.9%
Angry 46.3%
Disgusted 45.4%
Confused 45.5%
Calm 47.6%
Surprised 46.3%
Happy 46.1%
Sad 47.7%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting

Clarifai

Human face
Clothing
Person

AWS Rekognition

Person 90.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-06

paintings art 100%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a man in a green coat and a woman in a white dress

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

a japanese painting of two men in traditional clothing

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-10

The image is a traditional Japanese artwork. It depicts a figure wearing a patterned kimono with motifs that are typical of Japanese designs, like hexagons and flowing lines. The figure's clothing suggests a style that is historical and indicative of a particular class or rank in traditional Japanese society. The garment features multiple layers, and the overall attire gives the impression of status or ceremonial significance.

Next to the central figure is a long pole or staff, standing upright on the ground. Also visible is what appears to be a headpiece or possibly a small hat near the base of the pole.

The background is a neutral parchment color, and the artwork is adorned with Japanese text, written in a calligraphic style, which flows from the upper left portion of the piece across to the upper right, suggesting poetry, narration, or explanation related to the scene.

The nature of the artwork, with its intricate dress and calligraphy, may imply that this scene is from a story, play, or a historical account. The illustration's style is reminiscent of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art which flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries.

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

The image is an illustration featuring two figures dressed in traditional Japanese attire. The figure on the left is larger and seemingly older, with exaggerated facial features and long, disheveled hair. They are wearing a light green robe with a hexagonal pattern and brown pants with swirling designs. The other figure, on the right, is kneeling and holding a long staff, dressed in a white and patterned robe. Japanese characters are written in the background. The style suggests that it might be an artwork influenced by Japanese folklore or historical themes.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e). The main figure is wearing a mint green kimono or robe decorated with hexagonal patterns in brown, and what appears to be a geometric patterned hakama (traditional Japanese pants) in brown and pink. The figure has reddish-brown hair and is depicted in a stylized manner characteristic of ukiyo-e art. To the right, there is a smaller figure in white clothing holding what appears to be a staff or pole. The background is minimal, typical of many ukiyo-e prints, and there is Japanese calligraphy text in the upper portion of the image. The artwork has a subtle color palette and demonstrates the delicate line work typical of this art form.

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

The image appears to depict two figures in traditional Japanese attire. One figure, wearing a patterned robe, has a serious expression on their face and is holding a long staff or weapon. The other figure, also in traditional clothing, has a thoughtful or contemplative expression. The image is accompanied by Japanese calligraphic text.

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

This appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) featuring two figures. The dominant figure on the left is quite large and rotund, wearing an elaborate mint green and brown patterned robe with hexagonal designs. They have a small black cap on their head and appear to be depicted with an angry or stern expression. To the right is a smaller figure dressed in white robes with some decorative patterns, holding a long staff or pole. The image includes Japanese calligraphy text at the top. The overall style and composition suggests this is likely from the Edo period of Japanese art, with its characteristic bold lines and flat color planes. The contrast between the large imposing figure and the smaller attendant creates an interesting dynamic in the composition.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period (1603-1868), featuring two figures in traditional attire. The larger figure on the left wears a light green robe with brown geometric patterns and a black hat, while the smaller figure on the right wears a white robe with a brown patterned sleeve and holds a long staff. The background is a light beige color, and the overall atmosphere suggests a scene from Japanese folklore or mythology. The print is signed by the artist, but the signature is not legible. The image also includes some Japanese text, which may be a poem or a title for the print. Overall, the image is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese art and craftsmanship.

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese woodblock print featuring two figures. The larger figure, positioned on the left side of the image, is attired in a green kimono adorned with brown hexagonal patterns and a black hat. This individual appears to be a samurai or a member of the nobility, as indicated by their attire and demeanor.

To the right of the larger figure stands a smaller individual, clad in a white kimono with brown floral patterns. This person is holding a long pole or staff, which may symbolize their role as a servant or attendant to the larger figure.

The background of the image is a light beige color, providing a subtle contrast to the vibrant colors of the figures' attire. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of formality and respect, as the smaller figure appears to be paying homage to the larger figure.

In the top-left corner of the image, there are several lines of Japanese text written in red ink. These characters may provide additional context or information about the scene depicted in the image. However, without further analysis or translation, it is difficult to determine the specific meaning or significance of these characters.

Overall, the image presents a striking and intriguing scene that offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese culture and society. The use of bold colors and intricate patterns adds depth and visual interest to the image, making it a compelling work of art.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese woodblock print, featuring two characters in a dramatic scene. The central figure is a large, imposing man with a stern expression, dressed in elaborate traditional Japanese attire, including a green kimono adorned with intricate patterns. He holds a staff in his right hand, and his hair is styled in a distinctive, wild manner, adding to his intimidating presence. The smaller figure beside him, wearing a white kimono, appears to be in a position of submission or deference, with a serious expression on his face.

The background of the image is filled with Japanese text, likely a description or dialogue from a kabuki play, given the context and style. The text is written in vertical lines, a common format in Japanese literature. The overall composition and style of the print suggest it is from the Edo period, a time when kabuki theater and ukiyo-e art flourished in Japan.

The image captures a moment of tension or conflict, typical of kabuki performances, which often feature dramatic and exaggerated expressions and poses. The use of color and detailed patterns in the characters' clothing adds to the visual richness of the print, reflecting the artistic quality of ukiyo-e prints from that era.

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

A painting of two people is on a beige background. The person on the left is sitting on the floor with his hands on his knees. He is wearing a traditional Japanese outfit with a geometric pattern. He is looking to the right with a frown on his face. The person on the right is standing and holding a sword. He is wearing a traditional Japanese outfit with a geometric pattern.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The image is an old Japanese woodblock print featuring two figures and Japanese script.

On the left is a large, imposing figure. It has a somewhat grotesque appearance, with a wide, flat nose, large lips, and a furrowed brow, giving it a stern or angry expression. It has long, shaggy, brown hair, and a small, black cap atop its head. It is wearing a light green kimono with a pattern of dark brown hexagons containing a floral design. The lower part of its body is covered in a brown and tan pattern that resembles interlocking maze-like designs. It appears to be holding a piece of what looks like fur or rough cloth.

To the right is a smaller figure, a young man, holding a tall spear or pole with a curved blade at the top. He is kneeling or crouching. He is wearing a white robe, and over it, a decorative kimono with light-colored swirls. He has a headband and long, dark hair.

The background is a light beige or off-white color. Above and to the left of the figures, there is Japanese calligraphy or script, and there are similar inscriptions on the far left and right sides of the image. The print has a slightly aged or faded look.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: This is a classic Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period. The style is characterized by flat colors, bold outlines, and a focus on storytelling through imagery.

Subject: The image depicts two figures. The larger figure on the left appears to be a demon or a grotesque, powerful character. He is clad in a green robe with geometric patterns, a patterned skirt, and has a fierce expression. The smaller figure on the right is standing with a long staff.

Artistic Details:

  • Color Palette: The print utilizes a limited but effective color palette. Greens, browns, and flesh tones dominate, with accents of black and red.
  • Composition: The composition is balanced, with the larger figure creating a sense of imposing presence.
  • Text: Calligraphic text is written around the figures. This text likely provides context, such as the title, artist's name, or some narrative.

Style: The image exhibits the characteristics of Ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints that flourished in the Edo period. This style is known for its vibrant colors, depictions of everyday life, and dramatic narratives.

Possible Interpretations:

  • The print may depict a scene from a story or legend, perhaps involving conflict or interaction between a powerful figure (demon, hero, etc.) and a subordinate.
  • It could be a portrait of characters from a play or theatrical performance.

This print showcases the unique artistic traditions and visual storytelling techniques of Japanese art.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period, depicting two figures in historical attire.

  1. Main Figure:

    • The main figure is a large, imposing man with a stern expression. He has a beard and is wearing a green robe with intricate brown and red patterns. His hair is tied up in a topknot, typical of samurai or warriors of the period.
    • He is holding a spear or naginata, which is a traditional Japanese pole weapon.
    • The man's attire and weapon suggest he is a warrior or a samurai.
  2. Secondary Figure:

    • The secondary figure is smaller and stands to the right of the main figure. He is dressed in lighter-colored robes with similar intricate patterns.
    • He appears to be holding the spear or naginata, possibly assisting or presenting it to the main figure.
    • His attire and posture suggest he might be a servant or an attendant.
  3. Background and Text:

    • The background is plain, which is common in woodblock prints to focus attention on the figures.
    • There is Japanese text written in various parts of the image, likely providing context or a narrative about the figures depicted. The text is written in a traditional calligraphic style.

Overall, the image captures a moment between two figures, possibly highlighting a relationship of authority and service, with the main figure being a warrior or samurai and the secondary figure being an attendant or servant.

Qwen

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print or ukiyo-e, characterized by its use of bold lines and vivid colors. It depicts two figures in distinctive attire, likely from a historical or mythological context.

On the left, there is a figure with an exaggerated, angry facial expression, wearing a large, ornate green robe with brown and gold patterns. The robe is open, revealing a white inner garment. The figure also wears a black hat and a dark, patterned cloth draped below their feet. This character is holding a scroll or paper, and their posture suggests they are in a significant or authoritative role.

To the right, there is a smaller figure dressed in a simpler, more subdued robe with gold patterns on the shoulders. This figure is holding a staff or similar object in a formal manner. The smaller figure appears to be in a respectful or subservient posture, possibly indicating a comparison or a scene of authority versus submission.

The background is minimalistic, and the image is filled with Japanese calligraphy, which often includes the artist's signature or annotations related to the subject matter. The style and elements suggest this artwork could be from the Edo period or later, and it may be related to a scene from a play or story involving a powerful character and a subordinate.

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

This image is a traditional Japanese print, likely from the Edo period, featuring two characters. The larger figure on the left is a Tengu, a mythical creature in Japanese folklore often depicted as a type of mountain demon or deity. The Tengu has a red face, a long, beak-like nose, and is dressed in a green robe with hexagonal patterns. It appears to be sitting on a cloud-like shape with a complex pattern.

The smaller figure on the right is a human, possibly a samurai or a nobleman, dressed in traditional Japanese attire. He is holding a staff or spear and is kneeling or crouching slightly. The background includes Japanese text, which may provide additional context or storytelling elements related to the scene depicted. The overall style and color palette suggest it is a woodblock print, a common medium for Japanese art during the Edo period.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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