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Human Generated Data

Title

Cylindrical Jar with Six Squared Lug Handles

Date

6th century

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1933.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Cylindrical Jar with Six Squared Lug Handles

Date

6th century

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1933.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-16

Jar 96.4
Pottery 94.8
Urn 93.2
Food 86.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-16

container 100
vase 99.9
jug 99.8
pottery 99.8
jar 99.7
antique 99.7
pot 99.6
old 99.6
ancient 99.5
clay 99.2
urn 98.9
retro 98.9
vintage 98.8
earthenware 98.7
handmade 98.4
isolate 98.3
art 97.7
carafe 97.6
no person 97.4
empty 97.2

Imagga
created on 2019-11-16

vessel 73.8
pitcher 67.2
container 66.6
ceramic ware 50.5
china 48.7
utensil 44.5
earthenware 40.7
porcelain 38.5
pot 33.4
vase 30.9
jug 29.2
teapot 25.8
traditional 25.8
object 21.2
pottery 20.1
jar 19.8
old 19.5
culture 18.8
cup 18.2
antique 18.2
brown 17.7
drink 17.5
art 16.9
clay 16.6
decoration 15.9
ancient 15.6
tea 15.3
bottle 14.7
ceramics 14.7
kitchen 14.3
close 13.1
retro 13.1
history 12.5
majolica 12.2
food 12.1
whiskey jug 11.9
decorative 11.7
ceramic 11.6
vintage 11.6
breakfast 11.5
handle 11.5
craft 11.4
beverage 9.9
mug 9.6
glass 9.3
tradition 9.2
hot 9.2
gold 9
metal 8.9
handmade 8.7
cooking utensil 8.7
ornament 8.6
money 8.5
ornate 8.2
healthy 8.2
fresh 7.8
ceremony 7.8
empty 7.7
classical 7.6
texture 7.6
oriental 7.6
coffee 7.4
burlap 7.4
single 7.4
bread 7.4
diet 7.3

Google
created on 2019-11-16

earthenware 96.7
Pottery 87.2
Artifact 87
Ceramic 86.5
Urn 79.5
Ancient history 69.8
Beige 66.6
Vase 64
Crock 61.7
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-16

vase 92
artifact 71.2
ceramic 68.3
earthenware 63.1
pottery 61.1
ceramic ware 55.4
vessel 53.3
plant 53
stoneware 45.9
jar 45.6
porcelain 7.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bread

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Bread 86.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-16

food drinks 96.7%
paintings art 3.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-16

a vase sitting on a table 49%
a vase sitting on top of a table 45%
a white vase on a table 44.9%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a large vase with writing on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-10

a green jar with writing on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image depicts a ceramic jar with an aged and textured surface that has a pale greenish-gray glaze. The jar features Chinese calligraphy, which has been meticulously inscribed onto its surface within a faintly outlined decorative shape reminiscent of a shield. The calligraphy appears to be arranged in vertical columns of characters, suggesting historical or cultural significance, possibly related to writing, poetry, or an inscription about its use.

The jar has a cylindrical body with a rounded shoulder and a slightly raised rim at the opening. There are small rounded protrusions evenly spaced around the shoulder, which might have served functional or decorative purposes. The rim appears to be styled with a darker brown finish, providing visual contrast to the jar's muted glaze. The overall appearance suggests it is a historic artifact, such as a storage vessel or ceremonial item, likely originating from ancient China.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts an ancient ceramic jar with a cylindrical shape. The jar features a light greenish, crackled glaze typical of aged ceramics. Its surface is inscribed with several columns of vertical Chinese characters, suggesting it might have been used for storage or ceremonial purposes. The texture of the glaze gives it an antiquated appearance. The jar has a rounded rim at the top, possibly made of a different material as it appears slightly darker, and four small protrusions or decorative elements equidistantly spaced around the upper shoulder of the jar. The background is a gradient, creating a neutral and focused presentation of the jar.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows an antique ceramic jar or container. The jar has a rounded, bulbous shape and appears to be made of a light-colored, earthenware material. The surface of the jar is covered in intricate, hand-written text or characters, likely in an East Asian script such as Chinese or Japanese. The text appears to be decorative or functional, perhaps containing inscriptions or markings of some kind. The jar has a simple, unadorned ring at the top, which may have been used for hanging or transporting the vessel. The overall aesthetic suggests this is an ancient, historical artifact with cultural and artistic significance.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is an ancient ceramic storage jar or vessel, likely of East Asian (probably Chinese) origin. It appears to be made of light-colored clay or stoneware with a beige or off-white glaze. The jar has a cylindrical shape that tapers slightly toward the base and features small lug handles near the top. What makes this piece particularly interesting is the large inscription in Chinese characters arranged in vertical columns within a shield or diamond-shaped border on the body of the vessel. The jar has a brown ceramic or wooden ring around its mouth opening. The surface shows signs of age with some crackling in the glaze and weathering typical of ancient ceramics. This type of vessel was likely used for storing food, liquids, or other goods, and the inscription probably contains information about its contents, origin, or ownership.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a ceramic vessel with a cylindrical shape, featuring a wide mouth and a narrow neck. The vessel is adorned with a series of Chinese characters inscribed on its surface.

  • The vessel's body is crafted from a light-colored ceramic material, exhibiting a crackled texture.
  • A brown ring is visible at the top of the vessel, likely serving as a handle or stopper.
  • The vessel's surface is inscribed with a series of Chinese characters, which appear to be written in a traditional calligraphic style.
  • The background of the image features a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom, suggesting that the vessel is being displayed on a table or shelf against a wall.

Overall, the image presents a detailed view of a traditional Chinese ceramic vessel, showcasing its unique design and craftsmanship.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a ceramic jar with a distinctive design and inscription. The jar is primarily light green in color, featuring a darker green hue around the top and a lighter shade towards the bottom. It has a wide mouth and two small handles on either side, just below the rim. The body of the jar is adorned with an oval-shaped design that contains Chinese characters.

The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray at the top, gradually transitioning to black towards the edges. A white surface is visible at the bottom of the image, upon which the jar rests. Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the ceramic jar, showcasing its unique design and inscription.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows a vintage ceramic jar with a brown wooden lid. The jar is placed on a white surface, and it appears to be made of a ceramic material. The jar has a cylindrical shape with a slightly curved body and a flat base. The jar's surface has a slightly rough texture, and it is covered with a layer of white glaze. The jar has two handles on either side of the body, and the handles are made of the same ceramic material as the jar. The jar has a label with Chinese characters written on it.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows a large ceramic jar with a brown rim. The jar is standing on a white surface. The jar is made of ceramic, and it has a light green color. The jar has a brown rim and two handles on the side. The jar has a large body with a narrow neck. The jar has a label with Chinese characters on it. The jar is probably an antique.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-11

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a large, antique ceramic jar. It has a rustic and aged appearance.

Details:

  • Shape: The jar is roughly cylindrical with a slightly bulging body.
  • Color and Texture: The jar has a pale greenish-grey hue. The surface has a fine, cracked texture, typical of old ceramics. There are some areas with darker spots, suggesting age and possible staining.
  • Markings: The body of the jar features an outlined area, containing vertical columns of what appears to be Chinese characters in a dark brown ink. These writings contribute to the jar's historic and cultural significance.
  • Features: The jar has a narrow neck, with a darker, likely metal band around the rim. At the top there are four small, decorative protrusions that may serve as handles.
  • Setting: The jar is set against a simple gradient backdrop, suggesting it's a display or studio shot. The light highlights the texture and shape of the piece.

Overall, the image depicts a well-preserved, and possibly valuable, historical artifact.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-11

Here is a description of the image:

An aged, ceramic jar stands on a white surface against a gradated gray background. The jar is cylindrical with a slight bulge, and the clay appears to have a pale green glaze, which is heavily crackled. A brown metal ring is placed on the top rim. The jar has four small protrusions near the top which may serve as handles.

The most striking feature is the area marked off on the jar’s surface where vertical Chinese characters are inscribed. A dark brown outline, reminiscent of a shield or an ornate cartouche, frames the text. The characters appear to be etched or painted onto the ceramic. The jar shows signs of wear and age, with the glaze appearing to be faded and the surface somewhat uneven.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts an antique ceramic jar with a distinctively aged and weathered appearance. The jar is likely made of clay or a similar material and has a glazed or unglazed finish that gives it a rustic, earthy look. The jar has a wide mouth with a thick, rounded rim and a slightly tapered body that narrows towards the base.

Notably, the jar features inscriptions in what appears to be Chinese characters, which are etched or painted onto its surface. The text is arranged in a somewhat circular pattern, suggesting it might be a poem, dedication, or some form of historical or cultural documentation. The characters are dark, contrasting with the lighter, weathered surface of the jar.

The jar also has two small handles or lugs on either side near the top, which would have been used for carrying or handling the jar. The overall condition of the jar indicates it is quite old, with visible signs of wear and aging, adding to its historical and possibly cultural significance.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-20

The image shows a large, ancient ceramic jar. The jar has a cylindrical body with a rounded top and a wider mouth. It features a slightly weathered exterior with visible cracks and a light greenish-yellow glaze that has aged, giving it a historical appearance. The rim of the jar is reinforced with a dark red-brown clay or earthenware band, which appears to be slightly raised above the main body.

On the side of the jar, there is an inscribed circle with text written in what appears to be Chinese characters. This inscription is repeated in a smaller circle below, possibly as a signature or decorative element. The jar has handles on each side, attached near the top, which are made of the same material as the vessel.

The jar is placed on a neutral-colored surface, possibly a table or stand, with a gradient background that transitions from a darker shade at the top to a lighter one at the bottom, which helps to focus attention on the jar. The overall style and condition of the jar suggest it is an artifact of historical or archaeological significance.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-20

This is an image of a large ceramic jar with a light greenish-gray glaze that has a cracked texture, commonly associated with celadon ceramics. The jar has a cylindrical body that slightly tapers towards the top and bottom, with a wide, open mouth framed by a brownish rim. There are four small, looped handles evenly spaced around the upper part of the jar, suggesting it might be designed for carrying.

The most notable feature of the jar is the inscription on its surface. The inscription is written in black or brown ink and appears to be in Chinese characters. The text is arranged in columns and is framed within a circular border, which is also inscribed on the jar. The content of the inscription is not legible in the image, but it likely contains information about the jar, such as its purpose, origin, or a poem.

The jar appears to be quite old, as indicated by the aged glaze and the style of the inscription. It is displayed on a white surface against a dark background, which helps to highlight the details of the jar. The overall appearance suggests that this is an antique or historical artifact, possibly used for storage or as a decorative item.

Text analysis

Google

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