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Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Vessel in the Form of a Water Buffalo

Date

14th-11th century BCE

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.103

Human Generated Data

Title

Ritual Vessel in the Form of a Water Buffalo

Date

14th-11th century BCE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.103

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-07

Bronze 98.6
Figurine 98
Art 96.3
Sculpture 96.3
Statue 94
Mammal 81.4
Animal 81.4
Pottery 78
Sphere 59.3
Porcelain 55.8

Clarifai
created on 2018-03-16

no person 99.8
mammal 99.6
sculpture 98.9
one 98.7
art 98.4
two 97.8
museum 97.6
metalwork 96.5
cavalry 95.9
people 92.7
statue 91
prehistoric 89.2
illustration 87.1
bull 86.8
armor 85.4
painting 84.6
portrait 83.9
adult 83.4
figurine 82.9
cattle 82.4

Imagga
created on 2018-03-16

mammal 28.1
support 25.4
bookend 24.3
statue 19.9
sculpture 19
warthog 18.8
rhinoceros 18.4
device 17.6
ungulate 17.1
animal 16.6
pet 15.6
3d 13.9
bull 13.8
dog 13.8
horse 13.5
antique 12.4
cute 12.2
swine 11.9
old 11.8
odd-toed ungulate 11.7
studio 11.4
art 11.4
wild 11.3
elephant 11.3
render 11.2
canine 11
bronze 10.9
wildlife 10.7
breed 10.6
toy 10.1
domestic 9.9
silhouette 9.9
figurine 9.8
purebred 9.7
pig 9.6
object 9.5
metal 8.9
brown 8.8
warrior 8.8
piggy bank 8.7
tail 8.6
black 8.5
figure 8.4
activity 8.1
standing 7.8
pedigree 7.8
bust 7.7
safari 7.7
war 7.7
pets 7.7
power 7.6
animals 7.4

Google
created on 2018-03-16

Microsoft
created on 2018-03-16

mammal 72.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Horse

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Horse 81.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-03-16

pets animals 83.9%
nature landscape 14%
paintings art 2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-03-16

a statue of a cow 81.4%
a statue of an elephant 71.7%
a statue of a horse 71.6%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

bronze sculpture of a bull.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a bronze colored cowgirl statue of a cowgirl

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

a bronze cow with a handle on its back

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

This is an image of a bronze sculpture depicting a cow or ox. The animal is standing on all four legs and appears to possess a docile demeanor, as evident by the soft expression on its face. The sculpture is robust with a substantial body, and a level of patination suggests some age or intended antiquity in appearance.

Notably, there is an unusual feature—a kind of lid or cap positioned on the animal's back, which is decorated with intricate designs and topped with a finial. The lid has loops and flanges that suggest it might be used for opening, implying that the statue could double as a vessel or container. The craftsmanship of the artifact is finessed, portraying the creature's anatomical details with a blend of stylization and realism.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is an ancient bronze vessel in the shape of a bull or ox. It appears to be from Chinese antiquity, likely used as a ritual vessel or container. The piece shows a stylized bull with a rounded, robust body, short sturdy legs, and decorative elements on its head including what appears to be a lid or opening. The bronze has developed a natural patina over time, giving it a mottled greenish-brown coloration. The craftsmanship demonstrates sophisticated metalworking techniques, with attention to details like the animal's facial features and the ornamental elements. Such vessels were often used in ceremonies or as prestigious items during ancient Chinese dynasties.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image shows an antique bronze sculpture of what appears to be a mythological or symbolic animal figure. The sculpture depicts a creature with a bovine-like body, horns, and wings. The surface of the sculpture is weathered and displays a patina, indicating it is an aged artifact. The creature has a distinctive and intricate design, suggesting it may represent some kind of spiritual or cultural symbol. The overall aesthetic and craftsmanship of the sculpture suggest it is a valuable and significant historical or artistic piece.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

The image depicts a bronze artifact in the shape of a bull, featuring a lid on its back. The bull is positioned facing right, with its head turned towards the viewer. Its body is rendered in a realistic style, complete with a tail and horns. The bronze has developed a patina over time, indicating its age.

The artifact is set against a plain gray background, which suggests that it may be part of a museum or art collection. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of reverence and appreciation for the craftsmanship and historical significance of the bronze bull.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-02

The image depicts a bronze statue of a bull, likely from ancient Greece or Rome. The statue is made of bronze and features a weathered patina, indicating its age. It has a distinctive curved horn on its head and a small, ornate handle on its back. The bull's body is depicted in a standing position, with its legs and tail visible. The statue appears to be a decorative piece, possibly used in religious or ceremonial contexts.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the statue. Overall, the image provides a clear view of the bronze bull statue, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image features a bronze sculpture of a water buffalo, which is a hollow vessel. The water buffalo has a large head with two horns and a snout. The horns are long and curved, and the snout is pointed. The body of the water buffalo is large and bulky, with a thick neck and short legs. The legs are sturdy and have hooves. The sculpture is intricately detailed, with a textured surface that adds depth and dimension to the piece.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image features a bronze sculpture of a water buffalo, standing on a white background. The sculpture has a weathered appearance, with a mix of brown and green hues, indicating its age and the natural patina that has formed over time. The water buffalo has a robust and sturdy build, with prominent horns that curve back and upward. Its head is detailed with expressive eyes and a wide, open mouth, giving it a lifelike quality. The body is intricately designed, with visible muscles and a textured surface that suggests the craftsmanship involved in its creation.

The base of the sculpture has a flat surface, which appears to be the opening for the water container, as suggested by the context of the image. The overall design of the sculpture is both functional and artistic, combining the practical use of a water container with the aesthetic appeal of a finely crafted animal figure. The image highlights the craftsmanship and cultural significance of such artifacts, often used in traditional settings for both decorative and utilitarian purposes.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-01

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a bronze or similar metal sculpture of a water buffalo. The buffalo is depicted in a standing position. Its body is rounded and smooth, with a slightly greenish hue from oxidation. The head is detailed, with horns, ears, and facial features clearly visible. The horns curve back, and there's decorative detailing on the forehead. The sculpture appears to have a lid on its back, suggesting it could have been a container. The style and craftsmanship suggest an antique or historical origin, possibly from East Asia. The sculpture is positioned on a neutral gray background, allowing the subject to stand out.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-01

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a bronze object in the shape of a water buffalo. It's standing on four sturdy legs, with a rounded body and a head featuring stylized horns, ears, and eyes. The object appears to be a lidded container, as there's a visible seam separating the body from the head and upper back. The metal has an aged, patinated look with varied shades of brown and green. Intricate detailing is visible on the buffalo's head, particularly around the horns, and a small decorative element sits atop its head. The background is a neutral gray.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image depicts a bronze artifact in the shape of a bull or ox. The piece appears to be an ancient ritual vessel, likely used for holding liquids, possibly wine or other offerings. The bull is standing on all four legs, with a detailed and intricate design. The head features prominent eyes and ears, and the body is robust and rounded. The back of the bull has a removable lid, which is adorned with decorative elements, including what appears to be a small figure or animal perched atop it. The surface of the bronze has a patina, indicating its age and possible exposure to the elements over time. This type of vessel is characteristic of ancient Chinese bronzes, particularly from the Shang or Zhou dynasties, and would have been used in ceremonial or ritual contexts.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-08-06

The image depicts an ancient bronze sculpture of a bull. The bull is intricately designed with detailed features, including large, curved horns and a textured surface that shows signs of age and patina, indicating its historical significance. On top of the bull's back, there is a small figure that appears to be a person, possibly a rider or a decorative element. The figure is seated and is adorned with what looks like a headdress or a decorative piece that complements the overall aesthetic of the sculpture. The craftsmanship suggests that this piece is of historical or cultural importance, potentially from a specific ancient civilization. The background is a plain, neutral color, which helps to focus attention on the sculpture itself.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-08-06

This image depicts an antique bronze vessel in the shape of a bull. The bull has prominent horns and a detailed face with open eyes and a snout. On its back, there is a lid with intricate carvings and a figure standing on top, possibly a mythical creature or a human figure. The bronze surface shows signs of aging with patches of green patina, indicating oxidation over time. The bull's body is robust, and its legs are sturdy, supporting the weight of the vessel. The craftsmanship suggests it is an artifact of historical or cultural significance, possibly used for ceremonial or ritualistic purposes.