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Horikiri Iris Garden (Horikiri no hanashōbu), Number 64 from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)

Date

Edo period, dated 1857 (5th month)

People

Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige 歌川広重, Japanese 1797 - 1858

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Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.189

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Title

Horikiri Iris Garden (Horikiri no hanashōbu), Number 64 from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)

People

Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige 歌川広重, Japanese 1797 - 1858

Date

Edo period, dated 1857 (5th month)

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of the Friends of Arthur B. Duel, 1933.4.189

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Amazon
created on 2019-07-23

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Greeting Card 55

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-23

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Imagga
created on 2019-07-23

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Google
created on 2019-07-23

Botany 86.1
Plant 83.1
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Flower 80.3
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Painting 61.3
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Illustration 54.5
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Microsoft
created on 2019-07-23

child art 97.4
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painting 87.2
illustration 82.2
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Color Analysis

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Amazon

Painting
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Clarifai

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AWS Rekognition

Painting 88.9%

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Imagga
created on 2019-07-23

paintings art 100%

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Salesforce

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

a painting of purple irises by a river

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a painting of a flower in a field

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-09

This is a classic Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Ukiyo-e genre. The image predominantly features tall iris flowers with long green leaves stretching upwards. The irises are depicted in shades of purple and have a detailed, elegant appearance. The background is an ethereal mix of colors with pink and yellow hues, suggesting a sunrise or sunset. The sky transitions from a warm pink at the horizon to a deep blue at the top.

On the right side, there are two segments with Japanese text, indicating that this might be a part of a series or a collection, or it could provide information about the print such as the title, artist's name, or a poem. At the bottom left of the image, there is a rectangular red stamp, which is likely the seal of the artist or the publisher.

The tranquil composition, with its emphasis on the natural beauty of the flowers and the serene landscape, is reflective of the Ukiyo-e period's focus on nature, seasonal themes, and the beauty found in everyday life. Ukiyo-e prints were highly popular during the Edo period in Japan and continue to be celebrated for their artistic and historical significance.

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

This image is an ukiyo-e woodblock print, which is a traditional Japanese art form. It showcases a serene landscape featuring an array of tall iris flowers in the foreground. The plants are vibrant, with their elongated green stems and delicate violet, purple, and white blooms. Beyond the irises, there's a picturesque view of a wetland area with calm blue waters reflecting the surroundings.

In the background, one can see a field dotted with smaller plants and additional clusters of irises. The horizon is painted with a gradient sky transitioning from a soft pinkish hue at the horizon to a deeper blue. This suggests either a dawn or dusk setting, adding a tranquil and contemplative mood to the scene. The presence of a few small, distant human figures, possibly farmers or wanderers, gives a sense of scale and emphasizes the vastness and calm of the natural environment. Japanese text is present in rectangular blocks in the upper right corner of the print, likely indicating the title and perhaps the artist's name.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a beautiful Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e), likely by Utagawa Hiroshige, depicting iris flowers growing along a water's edge. The composition shows tall green iris stems and leaves rising vertically through the frame, with purple and blue iris blooms at different heights. The background features a subtle gradient from blue sky at the top to a pinkish horizon and green landscape below. In the distance, you can see small trees or shrubs silhouetted against the horizon. The water is rendered in varying shades of blue, reflecting the sky. The print includes traditional Japanese text characters in red boxes, which is typical of ukiyo-e prints. The overall effect is serene and naturalistic, capturing the essence of iris flowers in their natural wetland habitat. This style of nature study was popular in Japanese art of the Edo period.

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

The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water in the foreground. In the water, there are various aquatic plants and flowers, including irises with vibrant purple and green hues. Along the shoreline, there are more irises and other vegetation, creating a lush and natural scene. The sky appears to be a deep blue, with the horizon visible in the distance. The overall impression is one of tranquility and beauty found in the natural world.

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

This is a beautiful Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) that appears to be from the Edo period. It depicts iris flowers in the foreground, with their distinctive purple blooms and tall green stalks rising up against a pastoral background. The irises are shown growing near water, which is typical of their natural habitat. In the distance, there's a landscape with trees silhouetted against a soft sky that transitions from pale blue to a gentle pink near the horizon, suggesting either dawn or dusk.

The composition is characteristic of Japanese art, with the flowers in the foreground creating a vertical element that draws the eye upward through the scene. The artist has paid careful attention to botanical detail, showing the distinctive shape of the iris petals and leaves. There are Japanese characters in red boxes on the right side of the print, which would typically indicate the title of the work and the artist's signature.

This style of nature study was popular in Japanese printmaking, combining both decorative and naturalistic elements in a harmonious composition. The colors are subtle and beautiful, especially the variations in the purple of the iris blooms and the peaceful background palette.

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 irises in a field. The print is divided into two main sections: the top half and the bottom half.

In the top half, there are three large irises with long green stems, set against a blue sky that fades to pink at the horizon. The irises are depicted in various stages of bloom, with one fully open, one partially open, and one closed. The background of this section is a light blue sky with a few clouds, and a dark blue border at the top.

In the bottom half, there is a field of irises with long green stems, some of which are in bloom, while others are not. The field is surrounded by a body of water, which reflects the colors of the sky. In the distance, there are trees and other vegetation.

The print also features several Japanese characters, including a title character in the top-right corner, which reads "Iris" or "Sazanami". There are also several other characters scattered throughout the print, likely indicating the artist's name, the title of the work, or other information about the print.

Overall, the image is a beautiful and serene depiction of irises in a field, with a focus on the natural beauty of the flowers and the surrounding landscape.

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

The image depicts a serene and vibrant scene of irises in bloom, set against the backdrop of a sunset over a body of water. The painting is rendered in a traditional Japanese style, characterized by bold lines, vivid colors, and intricate details.

In the foreground, tall green stalks of irises rise from the water's edge, their leaves and stems depicted in varying shades of green. The flowers themselves are a deep purple hue, with delicate petals that seem to dance in the gentle breeze. Some of the irises are shown in full bloom, while others are still budding, adding a sense of movement and life to the scene.

Behind the irises, the water stretches out to the horizon, where it meets the sky. The sky is painted in soft, pastel shades of pink, orange, and blue, gradating from light to dark as it rises. The sun is not visible, but its presence is felt in the warm glow that illuminates the entire scene.

In the distance, a few trees or shrubs can be seen along the horizon, their silhouettes dark against the colorful sky. The overall effect is one of peace and tranquility, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a hidden oasis in the midst of a bustling world.

The painting is framed by a thin border, which adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design. The border is adorned with small, intricate designs that complement the natural beauty of the scene.

Overall, this painting is a stunning example of traditional Japanese art, capturing the essence of nature's beauty and serenity. Its vibrant colors, delicate details, and peaceful atmosphere make it a true masterpiece that invites the viewer to step into its tranquil world.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-26

The image is a woodblock print by Hiroshige, a renowned Japanese artist known for his ukiyo-e prints. The print depicts a serene landscape with iris flowers and a pond. The composition features a horizontal format, with the sky occupying the upper portion of the image. The sky is a deep blue, with a hint of pink in the distance, possibly indicating the setting sun. The foreground is dominated by tall iris flowers, their stems reaching towards the sky. The flowers are a deep purple, with delicate petals and long, slender leaves. The pond in the foreground is calm and reflective, mirroring the surrounding landscape. In the distance, there are trees and a field, adding depth and context to the scene. The image is framed by a white border, typical of ukiyo-e prints. The overall mood of the print is peaceful and tranquil, capturing the beauty of nature in a simple yet elegant composition.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-26

The image depicts a painting of flowers and plants in a field. The painting is done in a traditional Japanese art style, with a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The flowers are painted in vibrant colors, with a focus on the details of each petal. The plants in the field are depicted in a more abstract style, with a focus on the shapes and patterns of the leaves. The painting is framed in a traditional Japanese style, with a simple border and a small label in Japanese.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

This is a Japanese woodblock print depicting a serene landscape. It prominently features tall, green irises in the foreground with their vibrant, purple flowers. The long, thin green leaves of the irises create a sense of depth and verticality.

In the middle ground, there is a body of water reflecting the blue sky and the plants. Beyond the water, a field of smaller flowers and some trees stretches out towards the horizon. Small figures are visible in the field, possibly people working or strolling.

The sky is a gradient of blue at the top and fading to a soft pink and orange color as it descends toward the horizon, suggesting a sunset. The print is framed by a light border, and there are text blocks and stamps on the side. The style is typical of Ukiyo-e art, known for its flat planes of color, strong outlines, and evocative depiction of nature.

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

Here's a description of the image:

This is a Japanese woodblock print, likely a "ukiyo-e" piece, depicting a wetland scene filled with irises. In the foreground, tall, slender green reeds rise from a body of water. Three iris flowers are prominently displayed, one in bud and the other two in full bloom. Their petals are varying shades of purples and blues.

Behind the reeds and irises, a flat field stretches towards the horizon under a pale sky. Several figures are visible in the field, some possibly gathering flowers or performing other agricultural tasks. The sky transitions from light blue to a warm pink/orange near the horizon, suggesting either sunrise or sunset.

To the right side of the image, there are two rectangular cartouches with Japanese calligraphy. The one at the top has a yellow background, while the other one is in red. There is a similar, smaller cartouche in the bottom left corner with additional Japanese text.

The overall style is characteristic of traditional Japanese prints, with flat planes of color and a focus on capturing the essence of the natural scene.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print depicting a serene landscape featuring irises. The artwork showcases a marshy area with water and tall, green iris leaves prominently displayed in the foreground. Two large iris flowers, one purple and the other white with purple accents, dominate the upper part of the image. The background consists of a tranquil landscape with a gradient sky transitioning from a light blue at the top to a soft pink near the horizon, suggesting either dawn or dusk. There are small, distant trees and vegetation along the horizon line, adding depth to the scene.

The print includes Japanese characters in the top right corner, likely indicating the title, artist's name, and possibly a series or publisher's mark. The overall composition and style are characteristic of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. This particular print is reminiscent of the works by renowned artists such as Hiroshige, known for their detailed and poetic depictions of nature and landscapes.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-01

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, characterized by its vibrant colors and intricate details. It depicts a serene scene of an iris garden during what appears to be either dawn or dusk, as indicated by the soft gradient in the sky transitioning from a warm pink to a cool blue. In the foreground, prominently featured, are several iris flowers in various stages of bloom, with their distinctive long, slender leaves extending upward. The irises are rendered in shades of purple, lavender, and white, standing out against the lush greenery of the grass and reeds.

The background shows a calm body of water reflecting the colors of the sky and the irises, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere. There are subtle details in the distance, including silhouettes of trees and possibly distant figures, suggesting a tranquil rural setting. The print is framed by a beige border, and there are inscriptions in Japanese characters in the top right corner, likely providing the title or artist's signature, which are typical elements in such traditional prints. The overall composition and style are reminiscent of the ukiyo-e genre, which is known for its vivid depictions of landscapes, seasons, and daily life in Japan.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-01

This image is a traditional Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print, likely by the renowned artist Ando Hiroshige. It depicts a serene scene of iris flowers (likely ayame, a type of iris commonly found in Japan) growing along the edge of a body of water.

In the foreground, tall, slender leaves of the iris plants create a sense of depth and frame the composition. Among these leaves, a purple iris flower with delicate petals stands out prominently. In the background, additional iris flowers and greenery extend into the distance, with a few people visible, perhaps tending to the flowers or simply enjoying the scenery.

The sky transitions from a pale blue at the top to a soft pink near the horizon, suggesting either dawn or dusk. The overall atmosphere is tranquil and harmonious, characteristic of Hiroshige's style, which often captured the beauty of nature and everyday life in Japan. The vertical format and the use of color gradients are typical of ukiyo-e prints. There is also some Japanese text in the image, likely providing information about the location or the artist.

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