Human Generated Data

Title

Seven Gods of Good Fortune (Shichifukujin) Playing Music and Dancing in the Ship of Treasures (Takarabune)

Date

-

People

Artist: Utagawa Toyokuni 歌川豊国, Japanese 1769 - 1825

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Osborn Taylor, 1928.14.104

Human Generated Data

Title

Seven Gods of Good Fortune (Shichifukujin) Playing Music and Dancing in the Ship of Treasures (Takarabune)

People

Artist: Utagawa Toyokuni 歌川豊国, Japanese 1769 - 1825

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Osborn Taylor, 1928.14.104

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Art 82
Human 76.8
Leisure Activities 67.8
Text 59.1
Tapestry 57.3
Ornament 57.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

art 98.7
illustration 98.2
ancient 94.3
crown 93.3
old 92.3
painting 91.9
decoration 91.4
vintage 90.2
print 90.1
antique 89.6
retro 89.4
people 88.8
ornate 88.8
religion 88.4
design 87.8
pattern 87.2
sword 87.1
no person 87
picture frame 85.9
symbol 84.6

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

tile 49.5
art 35.1
vintage 33.9
antique 28.2
old 27.9
religion 24.2
stamp 22.5
ancient 21.6
retro 21.3
mosaic 20.8
culture 20.5
design 19.8
decoration 19.4
pattern 18.5
paper 18
postage 17.7
church 17.6
mail 17.2
postmark 16.8
gold 16.5
postal 15.7
letter 15.6
symbol 15.5
texture 15.3
post 15.3
religious 15
historic 14.7
grunge 14.5
style 14.1
travel 14.1
history 13.4
architecture 13.3
envelope 13.2
detail 12.9
global 12.8
frame 12.5
decor 12.4
money 11.9
finance 11.8
stamps 10.9
collection 10.8
traditional 10.8
currency 10.8
fabric 10.5
temple 10.4
map 10.2
decorative 10
close 9.7
prayer rug 9.7
royal 9.7
obsolete 9.6
door 9.5
golden 9.5
banking 9.2
artwork 9.2
cash 9.2
wealth 9
paisley 8.9
interior 8.9
icon 8.7
rug 8.7
god 8.6
faith 8.6
international 8.6
painted 8.6
paint 8.2
border 8.1
painting 8.1
office 8
financial 8
world 8
philately 7.9
bangkok 7.9
printed 7.9
renaissance 7.9
artistic 7.8
sacred 7.8
holy 7.7
geography 7.7
parchment 7.7
wallpaper 7.7
floral 7.7
east 7.5
one 7.5
classic 7.4
tourism 7.4
covering 7.4
aged 7.2
black 7.2
colorful 7.2
pirate 7.1

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-15

cartoon 99.7
drawing 98.3
illustration 91.4
text 88.7
poster 87.8
painting 78.2
sketch 78
book 71.3
person 56.3

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 13-23
Gender Male, 91.3%
Confused 36.6%
Calm 32.3%
Sad 11.5%
Happy 7.4%
Fear 6%
Surprised 4.1%
Angry 1.5%
Disgusted 0.7%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Clothing
Person
Human face
Poster
Footwear
Human nose

AWS Rekognition

Person 43.2%

Clarifai

Clothing 85.2%

Clarifai

Person 77.3%

Clarifai

Person 58.6%

Clarifai

Person 37.3%

Clarifai

Human face 75.3%

Clarifai

Human face 74.9%

Clarifai

Human face 70.2%

Clarifai

Human face 68.4%

Clarifai

Poster 44.1%

Clarifai

Footwear 37.2%

Clarifai

Human nose 33.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-15

a close up of a rug 46.6%
close up of a rug 38%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

a painting of a samurai.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a painting of a man and a woman in a boat

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-21

This is an image of a traditional Japanese woodblock print. It depicts a scene with several figures engaging in some form of activity. There is a large, rigged structure, possibly a mast, in the center covered with decorations and foliage. Wrapped around this central structure are two mask-like faces with smiling expressions, and multiple characters are interacting around it.

At the base of the structure, there are at least three individuals in what appears to be a state of disarray or motion. One is upside-down with traditional clothing fluttering, the face hidden by a fan. Another character seems to be in a crouching or falling position with a shocked expression, and the third is lying on the ground, seemingly disoriented with his head at an odd angle. The figures are dressed in traditional Japanese garb, suggesting a historical or cultural context to the scene.

The background is quite minimal but suggests an interior space with simple lines for walls or panels. The foreground features stylized waves, indicating water, which could imply that the scene is set on a boat or near the sea. The colors are somewhat muted but consistent with the woodblock printing technique, and the style of the artwork indicates it is likely from the Edo period in Japan.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-21

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print, featuring a lively scene with three figures. The characters seem to be aboard a ship, with two individuals engaged in animated activities while a third figure is watching.

  1. The Middle of the Scene: The central figure appears to be a man playing a musical instrument. He is dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, featuring flowing sleeves and a hat. His posture suggests he is leaning towards the right while playing the instrument, adding to the dynamic nature of the scene.

  2. Left Foreground Figure: On the left, there is another figure who seems to be a jovial character with a round face and bald head. This figure is shown holding a fan and appears to be laughing or singing, contributing to the festive mood.

  3. Background Figures: Behind these central characters, there are two more figures, probably children or smaller individuals, entwined around a mast or post, adding a playful element to the composition. Their expressions also convey joy and playfulness, enhancing the lively atmosphere.

  4. Elements of the Ship: The setting of the ship is distinctly marked with elements like ropes, a decorative circular element on the right which might be part of the ship's design, and lanterns or other maritime details. The hull of the ship is depicted with a red color, contrasting against the muted tones of the characters' clothing.

  5. Artistic Style: The image is detailed with fluid lines and vibrant yet balanced colors characteristic of woodblock prints from the Edo period. The waves at the bottom indicate the scene taking place on water, reinforcing the maritime setting.

Overall, the image captures a moment of celebration or musical performance on a traditional Japanese vessel, with an emphasis on movement and joyous expressions.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-29

This appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) depicting a lively scene on what seems to be a boat or ship. The composition shows several figures in traditional Japanese clothing engaged in various activities. Two figures are shown climbing or playing around a pole or mast, while below them are two other figures - one holding what appears to be a fan and another playing what looks like a flute or similar musical instrument. The scene has a playful, almost comedic quality typical of certain styles of ukiyo-e art. The bottom of the image shows decorative waves rendered in a stylized manner, and there's a red railing or border with a chain-like pattern. The color palette includes greens, reds, and blacks against a light background, creating a dynamic and energetic composition.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-21

The image appears to depict a lively scene from a traditional Japanese setting. It shows a group of elaborately dressed figures engaged in various activities, such as playing fans, holding fans, and gesturing expressively. The figures are surrounded by ornate decorations, including swirling patterns, clouds, and a rope or rope-like element. The overall style and visual elements suggest this is likely an illustration or artwork drawn in a traditional Japanese artistic style.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-21

This appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) depicting a lively scene aboard a ship. The image shows several figures in traditional Japanese dress, including two mischievous-looking characters climbing or playing around a ship's pole or mast in the upper portion. Below them, two figures are shown on the ship's deck - one holding what appears to be a fan and another in a seated position. The figures are depicted in a somewhat comical or exaggerated style, which was common in certain genres of ukiyo-e art. The bottom of the image shows decorative waves rendered in a classical Japanese style, with a ornamental border pattern above them. The color palette includes reds, greens, blacks, and beige tones, typical of woodblock prints from this period. The scene appears to capture a moment of entertainment or revelry on the vessel.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image is a Japanese woodblock print, likely from the 19th century, depicting a scene of three men on a boat. The man on the left is kneeling and holding a fan, while the man in the middle is playing a flute. The man on the right is sitting with his legs crossed, holding a pipe to his mouth.

In the background, there is a woman hanging upside down from a rope, and a stack of boxes or crates on the left side of the image. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a lively and festive scene, possibly from a traditional Japanese festival or celebration.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

This image is a Japanese woodblock print, likely from the 19th century, depicting a lively scene of four men on a boat. The print is characterized by its muted color palette, with shades of red, green, and yellow dominating the composition.

In the foreground, two men are prominently featured. One man, positioned on the left side of the image, is dressed in a black robe and holds a fan in his right hand. His companion, situated on the right side, wears a white robe and plays a flute. Both men appear to be engaged in a joyful activity, adding to the overall sense of festivity in the scene.

Behind the two men, another individual is visible, leaning over the side of the boat. He is attired in a green robe and seems to be gazing down at the water below. Above him, a fourth man is suspended upside down from a rope, his legs wrapped around the rope as he looks down at the other three men. This unusual pose adds a touch of whimsy to the scene.

The background of the print features a serene body of water, with gentle waves lapping against the shore. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of carefree joy, capturing a moment of camaraderie and merriment among the four men on the boat.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a Japanese woodblock print from the Edo period, featuring a scene from a kabuki play. The central characters are two elderly men, one seated on the ground and the other kneeling, both engaged in a musical performance. The seated man is playing a flute, while the kneeling man is playing a shamisen, a traditional Japanese stringed instrument. Above them, a young boy is hanging upside down from a rope, adding a whimsical element to the scene. The background is a blend of traditional Japanese architectural elements and a stylized seascape, indicating a theatrical setting. The print is signed by the artist, Utagawa Kunisada, known for his work in the kabuki and bijin-ga genres.

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print. It depicts three figures in a scene that appears to be a performance or celebration. Two of the figures are seated on the ground, one playing a flute and the other holding a fan. The third figure is suspended above them, seemingly in mid-air, wearing a festive outfit with a large flower on the chest. The background features a decorative column and a red-painted area, possibly part of a stage or a ceremonial space. The style and attire suggest a historical or cultural theme, possibly related to traditional Japanese theater or festival.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a colorful woodblock print depicting a whimsical scene aboard a ship. Below the red edge of the boat, the ocean is represented with wavy white lines on a dark background.

Inside the ship, on a light peach-colored deck, several characters are engaged in various activities. On the left, a stout man with a bald head and a protruding belly is holding a fan. His clothing is a mix of black, green, and white. To his right, another man is kneeling and playing a flute. He wears a small black hat and a white robe with green trim.

Above the men, clinging to a wooden pole, are two smaller figures, possibly children, with happy expressions. They wear colorful, patterned clothing. A rope is also visible near the pole, suggesting it is part of the ship's rigging.

In the background, there are stacks of boxes and what appears to be part of a sail, adding to the sense of being on a ship. The overall style is reminiscent of traditional Japanese art.

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

This artwork appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print, possibly a Ukiyo-e.

Here are the key elements and details:

  • Scene: The image depicts a scene on a boat or ship. The setting likely has to do with the Japanese myths.
  • Figures: There are several figures, each with distinct characteristics:
    • Two small, smiling, childlike figures cling to a wooden pole. They are adorned in decorative clothing.
    • Two older, round-faced men, clad in traditional Japanese clothing, are positioned on the deck. One of the men is playing a flute while the other holds a fan.
  • Style and Techniques: The print is characterized by bold lines, flat planes of color, and a clear narrative.
  • Composition: The composition is structured, with elements arranged to guide the viewer's eye. The boat's red edge and the ocean at the bottom further establish the scene.

Overall, the image is a vibrant example of traditional Japanese art, potentially conveying a myth or story with symbolic figures and a dynamic composition.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a scene from traditional Japanese art, likely a woodblock print (ukiyo-e). It portrays two figures on a boat, both dressed in traditional attire.

  1. Setting and Scene:

    • The scene is set on a boat, indicated by the waves at the bottom of the image and the mast with rigging in the background.
    • The boat is adorned with a decorative element at the top of the mast, featuring two faces, which might be part of a festival or ceremonial decoration.
  2. Characters:

    • The figure on the left is an older man with a white beard, wearing a green and black robe. He is holding a fan and appears to be in a relaxed pose, possibly engaged in conversation or contemplation.
    • The figure on the right is another older man, also bearded, wearing a green and white striped robe. He is holding a scroll and seems to be reading or showing it to the other figure.
  3. Details:

    • The background includes a cloudy sky, adding to the serene and tranquil atmosphere of the scene.
    • The boat has intricate details, including a red border and a patterned mat on the floor, suggesting it might be a leisure or ceremonial boat.
  4. Artistic Style:

    • The image is rich in color and detail, characteristic of ukiyo-e prints, which often depict scenes from everyday life, theater, and folklore.
    • The use of vibrant colors and detailed patterns on the clothing and boat decorations is typical of this art form.

Overall, the image captures a moment of calm and possibly intellectual or spiritual exchange between the two figures on a decorated boat, set against a serene natural backdrop.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

This image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period (1603-1868). It depicts a scene from a festival or performance, possibly a kabuki or nô play, given the stylized clothing and dramatic gestures. Here are the key elements:

  1. Characters and Attire:

    • There are two main characters in the foreground, dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. The character on the left is holding a fan and appears to be in a contemplative or perhaps İşte mood, as indicated by the expression and posture. The character on the right is playing a flute, suggesting a musical performance or accompanying role.
  2. Decorative Elements:

    • The background features two ghost-like figures (yūrei) with masks, suspended in mid-air, possibly representing a magical or supernatural element. They are adorned with ornate costumes and floral garlands, adding to the fantastical nature of the scene.
    • The setting includes decorative patterns and motifs, such as clouds and a circular emblem, which are typical of Japanese art.
  3. Setting:

    • The scene is set on a stage-like platform with a red border, suggesting a performance space. The floor appears to be a simple, flat surface, consistent with traditional theatrical settings.
  4. Artistic Style:

    • The artwork is characterized by bold lines, vivid colors, and a sense of movement. The use of contrast and shadow, along with the exaggerated expressions and poses, are hallmarks of Japanese woodblock prints.

This piece likely belongs to the genre of ukiyo-e, which is known for its depictions of everyday life, entertainment, and popular culture in Edo-period Japan.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

This image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, likely from the Edo period, depicting a playful and lively scene. The print features several small children, known as "kodomo," engaging in various activities around a wooden pole.

  1. Children:

    • Two children are climbing the pole. One is higher up, holding onto the pole with both hands, while the other is lower down, also gripping the pole.
    • Another child is sitting on the ground, holding a fan and appearing to be in a playful or mischievous pose.
    • A fourth child is lying on the ground, possibly having fallen off the pole or just playing around.
    • There is also a child hanging from a rope tied to the pole, adding to the dynamic and energetic atmosphere of the scene.
  2. Background and Details:

    • The background includes a red platform or stage with a wave pattern at the bottom, suggesting a coastal or seaside setting.
    • There are some stacked blocks or bricks to the left side of the image, adding to the visual complexity.
    • The overall composition is detailed and vibrant, with expressive lines and colors typical of Japanese ukiyo-e art.

The image captures the innocence and liveliness of children at play, a common theme in traditional Japanese art. The artist has skillfully used perspective and movement to create a sense of depth and action.

Text analysis

Amazon

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