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Human Generated Data

Title

Votive Plaque with Image of a Seated Bodhisattva Surrounded by an Inscription

Date

probably 8th century

People

-

Classification

Plaques

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of John Adams Thierry in memory of Louis Sidney Thierry, Class of 1901, 1994.126

Human Generated Data

Title

Votive Plaque with Image of a Seated Bodhisattva Surrounded by an Inscription

Date

probably 8th century

Classification

Plaques

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of John Adams Thierry in memory of Louis Sidney Thierry, Class of 1901, 1994.126

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-08-30

Pottery 97.2
Archaeology 96.4
Figurine 84.3
Coin 72.6
Money 72.6
Ball 71.6
Baseball 71.6
Sport 71.6
Head 63
Person 63
Sphere 57.4
Cross 56.6
Symbol 56.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-11-07

old 97.3
desktop 95.7
vintage 94.3
one 92.8
closeup 90.4
texture 89.5
art 88.1
symbol 87.9
abstract 86.9
monochrome 85.7
money 85.4
bank 81.7
rust 80.6
people 80.2
color 79.1
portrait 78.3
sculpture 77
treasure 76.9
cash 76.5
currency 76.4

Imagga
created on 2018-11-07

fastener 65.5
restraint 48.1
device 31.5
nut and bolt 30.3
close 23.4
old 22.3
hole 21.9
money 20.4
screw 19.2
object 19
currency 18.8
padlock 18.3
lock 18.1
finance 16.9
metal 16.9
banking 15.6
coin 15.3
ancient 14.7
cash 14.6
coins 14.5
bank 14.3
historical 14.1
vintage 14.1
retro 13.1
sealing wax 12.9
pay 11.5
closeup 11.4
round 11.2
circle 11.2
decoration 10.2
black 10.2
collection 9.9
collect 9.8
antique 9.5
wood 9.2
ball 9.1
financial 8.9
detail 8.8
tradition 8.3
silver 8
shiny 7.9
art 7.7
rust 7.7
culture 7.7
mask 7.5
one 7.5
symbol 7.4
gold 7.4
container 7.4
wooden 7

Google
created on 2018-11-07

Microsoft
created on 2018-11-07

stone 4.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Baseball (Ball)

Clarifai

Coin

AWS Rekognition

Baseball (Ball) 71.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-11-07

paintings art 91.2%
food drinks 7.6%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-29

a photograph of a small coin with a statue of a man

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-04

a small stone with a buddha on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This is a black-and-white photograph of a carved Buddhist amulet or relief medallion. The object appears to be made of stone or clay, with a circular shape. At the center of the relief is a seated Buddha figure in meditation posture, depicted with legs crossed on a lotus pedestal. Surrounding the Buddha are carvings of script, which seem to be inscriptions written in a sacred or traditional language, possibly Pali or Sanskrit. The artifact is worn, suggesting it is aged and may have historical or religious significance. The background of the photograph is plain and neutral, emphasizing the object as the focal point.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a circular artifact, likely made of stone or terracotta, featuring a raised depiction of a seated figure that resembles a Buddha. The figure is in a meditative pose, sitting cross-legged on a base or platform. Surrounding the figure is an inscription, possibly in an ancient script or language, etched or carved into the surface of the artifact. The background is plain and the image appears to be in black and white, with lighting focusing on the artifact to enhance its details and texture. The overall appearance suggests it might be a historical or religious item.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an ancient stone seal or stamp. The seal has a circular shape and features an engraved image of what looks like a seated figure, possibly a deity or religious figure, surrounded by text or inscriptions. The image has a worn, weathered appearance, suggesting it is an artifact from an ancient civilization. The background is plain and dark, drawing the viewer's attention to the intricate details of the seal.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be an ancient clay seal or bulla, photographed in black and white. The seal is circular in shape and shows signs of age, with a somewhat rough and weathered texture. There appears to be text or inscriptions around the edge and what looks like a figure or design impressed into the center of the seal. These types of seals were commonly used in ancient times for official documents and correspondence, pressed into soft clay or wax to authenticate documents or mark ownership. The photograph is taken from an angle that shows both the depth and detail of the impressed design, with the seal casting a subtle shadow against a plain background.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a circular, stone or clay artifact with an embossed design, likely originating from ancient Mesopotamia. The object is positioned upright, with its front side facing the camera, and features a raised design that appears to depict a seated figure.

  • Artifact Design:
    • The artifact is circular in shape.
    • It is made of stone or clay.
    • The front side of the artifact has a raised design.
    • The design appears to depict a seated figure.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a gradient of gray, transitioning from light to dark.
    • There are no other objects or features visible in the background.

The image provides a detailed view of the artifact's design and material, as well as its placement in the photograph. The artifact's circular shape and embossed design suggest that it may be a seal or stamp, used for marking or signing documents in ancient times.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a circular object with a raised design, likely a coin or medallion. The object is positioned upright, with its front side facing the camera. The design on the object features a seated figure, possibly a Buddha, surrounded by intricate details and text. The object appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a weathered or aged appearance. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the object. Overall, the image suggests that the object is an ancient artifact, possibly from a Buddhist or Asian culture.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a circular object. It appears to be a seal or stamp made of stone or metal. The seal has a circular design with a central figure that appears to be a deity or a religious figure. The figure is sitting in a cross-legged position and has a serene expression. The seal has intricate carvings and designs around the figure, including some text or symbols. The seal is placed on a white surface, and the shadow of the seal falls on the surface.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image features a round, gray stone with a carving on it. The stone appears to be a seal, with a seated figure in the middle, possibly a deity or a person of importance. The figure is surrounded by intricate carvings, possibly representing religious or cultural symbols. The stone is placed on a white surface, which could be a table or a shelf. The image has a monochromatic color scheme, with shades of gray and white.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a circular object that appears to be an ancient or religious artifact. The object has a textured, slightly rough edge, suggesting that it might be made of stone or ceramic. The central design features a figure seated in a meditative pose, likely a depiction of Buddha, although the details are somewhat worn. The figure is seated on a lotus base, a common symbol in Buddhist iconography.

Encircling the central figure is what seems to be an inscription, possibly in a script associated with the region where the object originated. The inscription is also worn and partially obscured, making it difficult to decipher. The object is positioned against a neutral background that is lighter in tone, creating a contrast that highlights the object. The lighting suggests a single light source from the side, casting a shadow of the object onto the surface it rests upon, which seems to be a plain, light-colored surface. The overall composition gives the impression of a historical or archaeological subject, carefully documented to showcase its features and details.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph featuring a circular, possibly ceramic or stone, object. The object is highly detailed and depicts a seated Buddha figure in the center, surrounded by what appears to be script or text. The Buddha is in a meditative pose, seated on a lotus flower. A halo-like outline surrounds the Buddha's head. The object itself is slightly rough and irregular in shape, with some areas seeming to be damaged or worn. The background is a plain, light gradient, providing a stark contrast to the object. The image has a strong classical feel, likely due to the subject matter and the monochrome style.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a small, round artifact that appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or a similar material. The artifact has a relief carving of a figure seated in a meditative posture, which is characteristic of Buddha statues. The figure is surrounded by what looks like inscriptions or decorative elements. The background of the image is plain and light-colored, which helps to highlight the details of the artifact. The artifact itself shows signs of wear and age, indicating it may be an antique or historical item. The overall presentation suggests that this could be a religious or cultural artifact, possibly used for devotional purposes or as a symbol of faith.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an ancient artifact, which appears to be a seal or stamp. The central image on the artifact is of a seated figure, likely a Buddha, as indicated by the halo and the posture. The figure is depicted with hands in a meditative gesture, suggesting a state of enlightenment or deep contemplation. The artifact is encircled by inscriptions or text, which are likely in an ancient script, possibly Sanskrit or another similar language. The artifact's surface shows signs of wear and age, suggesting it is quite old and has historical significance. The background is plain and neutral, which helps to focus attention on the artifact itself.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image shows a circular, stone-carved artifact, possibly a seal or a plaque. The central figure appears to be a seated figure, likely of religious or spiritual significance, possibly a Buddha or a bodhisattva, given the context of the surrounding inscriptions which seem to be in an ancient script. The figure is depicted in a meditative pose. The surface of the stone has visible wear and age, and the inscriptions encircle the central figure in a decorative and possibly symbolic manner. The overall texture of the stone suggests it is an artifact of historical value, likely used for religious or ceremonial purposes. The background is a plain gradient, focusing attention on the artifact itself.