Human Generated Data

Title

Text of the Tales of Ise (Ise monogatari)

Date

Early Edo period, circa 1630

People

Artist: Karasumaru Mitsuhiro, Japanese 1579 - 1638

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.536

Human Generated Data

Title

Text of the Tales of Ise (Ise monogatari)

People

Artist: Karasumaru Mitsuhiro, Japanese 1579 - 1638

Date

Early Edo period, circa 1630

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.536

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-25

Text 99.9
Handwriting 98.4
Calligraphy 89.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

illustration 99.1
vector 98.1
design 97.3
chalk out 97.1
art 96.3
no person 95.9
graphic 95.8
graphic design 95.3
desktop 95.1
pattern 93
paper 93
ornate 92.7
retro 92
wallpaper 91.7
abstract 91.6
leaf 91.4
set 89
decoration 88.4
nature 88.1
outline 87.8

Imagga
created on 2022-06-25

pattern 34.9
drawing 34.7
design 34.4
art 31.5
floral 30.7
sketch 28.7
graphic 28.5
leaf 25.7
vintage 25.7
wallpaper 25.3
retro 24.6
decoration 23.9
representation 22.3
grunge 22.2
decorative 21.8
flower 20.8
old 20.2
texture 20.2
ornate 20.2
ornament 19.9
elements 19.5
antique 19.5
backdrop 18.2
plant 17.6
silhouette 17.4
frame 17.3
splash 17.3
set 17
curve 16.7
map 16.6
element 16.6
border 16.3
creative 15.9
clean 15.9
paper 15.8
swirl 15.7
curl 15.2
journal 15
liquid 14.8
water 14.7
shape 14.2
style 14.1
foliage 13.9
cool 13.3
drops 13.2
bubble 13.2
paint 12.7
font 12.7
card 12.5
drink 11.7
decor 11.5
surface 11.5
scroll 11.5
bubbles 11.4
cover 11.1
black 10.9
drop 10.9
sign 10.6
modern 10.5
spring 10.2
backgrounds 9.8
summer 9.7
text 9.6
clear 9.6
artistic 9.6
ripple 9.6
seamless 9.5
cold 9.5
line 9.4
motion 9.4
elegant 9.4
holiday 9.3
letter 9.2
transparent 9
wet 9
sea 8.8
droplet 8.7
flowers 8.7
light 8.7
wash 8.7
wave 8.7
classical 8.6
botany 8.4
health 8.4
clip 8.3
ocean 8.3
air 8.3
dirty 8.1
glass 8.1
close 8
icon 7.9
textured 7.9
fresh 7.9
thirst 7.8
color 7.8
ink 7.7
type 7.7
series 7.7
bath 7.6
hygiene 7.6
page 7.4
greeting 7.4
clip art 7.4
symbol 7.4
artwork 7.3
branch 7.3
stylish 7.2
flora 7.2
medicine 7.1
arabesque 7.1
season 7
leaves 7

Google
created on 2022-06-25

Font 84.3
Handwriting 82.3
Art 75.4
Pattern 75.3
Monochrome 75
Drawing 70.6
Design 68.4
Illustration 68.3
Monochrome photography 62.1
Painting 62
Line art 61.8
Rectangle 58.6
Plant 55.8
Artwork 52.3
Pedicel 50.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-25

handwriting 99.5
drawing 96.9
text 93.2
sketch 90.5
black and white 79.5
ink 57

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Book

Clarifai

Book 35.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-25

text visuals 98.9%
paintings art 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-25

shape 72.2%

Salesforce

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

a page from the book of the kami-no-kami, written in japan

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a large book with many different types of calligraphy

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

This image shows an elegant manuscript or calligraphic text in Japanese. The writing is in cursive script, characteristic of classical Japanese calligraphy, appearing flowing and artistic. The text is arranged vertically, written in traditional brush strokes with varying thicknesses, which suggest skillful craftsmanship.

Background elements consist of light, delicate illustrations of plants or foliage, integrated subtly around the text, enhancing the aesthetic. These decorative designs, combined with the calligraphy, suggest the manuscript might be poetic or literary in nature, perhaps a classical waka or prose-style work.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image shows a piece of traditional Japanese calligraphy on paper, likely from an old manuscript or book. The text is written in a flowing, cursive script known as "sōsho" or "grass script," which is known for its artistic and expressive style. The characters are arranged vertically and appear to be read from right to left, consistent with traditional Japanese text orientation.

In the background, there is a subtle illustration of a flowering plant, adding an artistic touch to the document. The leaves and flowers are drawn with delicate brush strokes, complementing the elegance of the script. This combination of text and illustration suggests that the document might be a piece of poetry or an excerpt from a classical Japanese literary work. The overall impression is one of artistic and literary refinement, typical of historical Japanese manuscripts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image appears to be a handwritten Japanese text, likely a poem or literary work. The text is written in traditional Japanese calligraphy, with characters and strokes arranged in a visually striking and expressive manner across the two pages. The overall appearance conveys a sense of artistic expression and thoughtfulness in the written work.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This image appears to be a page of traditional Japanese calligraphy, written in a flowing cursive style known as "kana" or "hiragana." The text is written vertically from right to left, as is traditional in Japanese writing. The calligraphy has a very fluid, artistic quality with varying thicknesses in the brush strokes. The characters appear to be written on what looks like aged or traditional paper, possibly rice paper, and the overall appearance suggests this might be a historical document or artistic piece. The style is characteristic of classical Japanese literature or poetry, where the characters flow into each other in an elegant, continuous manner. There are also some lighter markings or designs visible in the background, though they're subtle compared to the bold black ink of the main text.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a black-and-white scan of an open book, showcasing two pages filled with Japanese calligraphy. The text is written in black ink on white paper, featuring a mix of vertical and horizontal lines, with some characters appearing larger than others. The calligraphy style is characterized by flowing lines and varying line widths, creating a sense of movement and fluidity.

In the center of the image, a faint gray watermark of a plant is visible, adding a subtle touch to the overall design. The background of the image is a plain white, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the calligraphy.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, evoking a sense of refinement and cultural heritage. The use of traditional Japanese calligraphy and the simple yet effective design elements create a visually appealing and thought-provoking image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

This image appears to be a scanned page from an ancient Japanese manuscript, featuring black calligraphy on a white background. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style, with some characters overlapping or connected to each other. The page is divided into two sections by a vertical line down the center, with a small gap between them.

In the center of the page, there is a faint gray image of a plant or flower, which may be a watermark or a design element. The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the intricate calligraphy and delicate design elements creating a sense of refinement and culture.

The image may be a reproduction of a historical document or artwork, or it could be a modern creation inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics. Regardless of its origin, the image is a beautiful example of the art of calligraphy and the cultural heritage of Japan.

Amazon Nova

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

This image features a monochrome page from an ancient manuscript, possibly a scroll or a book. The page is filled with elegant, flowing calligraphy in what appears to be Japanese or Chinese script. The calligraphy is intricate, with each character meticulously crafted, suggesting it is a piece of literary or historical importance. The characters are arranged in a structured yet flowing manner, creating a visually harmonious composition. The page is divided into two sections, with a central vertical line acting as a divider. The left section has more characters, while the right section has fewer, with a decorative element in the middle, possibly a floral or abstract design. The overall composition is balanced, with the text and design elements complementing each other.

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

The image shows a black and white photograph of a handwritten text. The text is written in Japanese calligraphy. The calligraphy is written in black ink on white paper. The calligraphy is written in a traditional style, with the characters arranged in a vertical column. The calligraphy is written in a flowing, cursive style, with the characters overlapping each other. The calligraphy appears to be a poem or a piece of prose.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

The image is a black and white, open book page displaying Japanese calligraphy and ink wash painting. The script is fluid and cursive, typical of traditional Japanese writing, with the characters intricately layered across the pages. Accompanying the text are delicate ink washes of flowers and possibly water. The composition is balanced with text and art elements on both pages.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

The image shows an open book with calligraphy and ink drawings on both pages. The writing appears to be in Japanese, with elegant, flowing brushstrokes. In the center, there are delicate ink drawings of irises emerging from water. The overall aesthetic is refined and artistic, characteristic of traditional Japanese art and literature.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a piece of calligraphy art featuring Japanese characters written in a cursive, flowing style. The text is densely packed and covers the entire surface of the paper, which appears to be a traditional Japanese scroll or sheet. The characters are written in black ink with varying thickness, creating a dynamic and expressive visual effect.

The calligraphy is highly stylized, with many characters overlapping and intertwining, giving the impression of movement and fluidity. The strokes are bold and confident, showcasing the artist's skill and control over the brush. There are also some areas where the ink is lighter or smudged, adding to the artistic and spontaneous nature of the piece.

In the center of the image, there is a faint, ghostly outline of a plant or flower, which adds an additional layer of visual interest and contrasts with the bold calligraphy surrounding it. The overall effect is one of harmony between the written characters and the natural element, creating a balanced and aesthetically pleasing composition.

Qwen

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

The image shows an open book or manuscript with pages filled with what appears to be Japanese calligraphy. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style, which is characteristic of traditional Japanese calligraphy known as "shodo." The left page contains more densely packed text compared to the right page, which has a slightly lighter text density.

The pages have a subtle decorative element in the center, featuring what seems to be a painted or drawn design. This design includes light blue and green hues, resembling a watercolor painting of a landscape or a natural scene, possibly including elements like plants or a river. The overall appearance of the image conveys a sense of artistic and cultural richness.

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

This image appears to be a traditional Japanese calligraphy work written in cursive script (known as sōsho or grass script). The characters are flowing and interconnected, making them appear abstract and artistic rather than legible. The text is arranged in vertical columns, which is typical of traditional Japanese writing.

In the center of the image, there is a faint illustration of a plant, possibly orchids, with delicate leaves and flowers. The plant is painted in a subtle, almost watercolor-like style, blending softly with the background. The overall effect is one of elegance and tranquility, characteristic of classical Japanese art. The paper itself has a slightly aged look, adding to the traditional aesthetic.

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