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Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphy

Date

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People

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Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.943

Human Generated Data

Title

Calligraphy

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.943

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-14

Text 100
Calligraphy 99.6
Handwriting 99.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

calligraphy 100
no person 99.8
language 99.6
calligrapher 99.3
handwriting 98.8
people 98
ink 97.5
traditional 97.4
alphabet 97.4
writing 96.3
graphic design 96.2
painting 96
script 95.6
rudiment 95.5
ancient 94.9
typography 94.4
baptismal font 93.6
retro 93.1
paper 92.9
wear 92.9

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

silhouette 37.3
design 31.6
art 30.3
set 29.8
element 28.2
drawing 26.9
sketch 26.5
graphic 26.3
symbol 23.6
icon 23
floral 21.3
sign 21.1
pattern 20.6
black 20.2
decoration 20.1
retro 19.7
ornament 19
flower 18.5
leaf 17.9
decorative 17.6
vintage 17.4
collection 16.3
deer 16.2
wallpaper 16.1
style 15.6
border 15.4
cartoon 15.2
shape 15
silhouettes 14.6
elements 14
scroll 13.4
seamless 13.3
pencil 13.2
swirl 12.9
painting 12.8
frame 12.8
caribou 11.8
elegance 11.8
plant 11.5
hand 11.3
old 11.2
clip art 11.1
doodle 10.8
creative 10.6
outline 10.4
ornate 10.1
tree 10
modern 9.8
texture 9.8
line 9.4
elegant 9.4
bird 9.3
icons 9.3
classic 9.3
decor 8.9
artistic 8.7
bamboo 8.7
antique 8.7
symbols 8.6
grunge 8.5
figure 8
calligraphy 7.9
butterfly 7.7
curl 7.6
fly 7.5
backdrop 7.4
coffee 7.4
draw 7.4
banner 7.4
curve 7

Google
created on 2021-12-14

Handwriting 94.8
Art 86.8
Font 82.3
Ink 56.2
Drawing 54.2
Monochrome 50.8

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-14

handwriting 99.8
text 99.8
drawing 96.3
sketch 82.5
typography 81.7
calligraphy 79.9
whiteboard 65.5
cartoon 59.5

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

text visuals 98.9%
paintings art 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-14

diagram 83.7%

Clarifai

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

a drawing of the writing.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a chinese calligraphyigraphy of calligraphy in a chinese language

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This image depicts an example of Chinese calligraphy. The text is written vertically in bold, fluid brushstrokes, showcasing the aesthetic and expressive qualities typical of traditional Chinese script. The background is plain white, allowing the black ink characters to stand out prominently. At the bottom left, there are additional characters written in a smaller, more delicate style. Several red seals are stamped on the artwork, a common feature to signify authenticity or the artist's signature. The calligraphy is likely a poem or literary passage, reflecting the cultural and artistic practices of Chinese ink art traditions.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image features a piece of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The text consists of several vertical lines of Chinese characters written in a bold and flowing style. The ink used is black, providing a strong contrast against the light-colored background. The calligraphy is elegant and expressive, showcasing the artist's skill in controlling brush strokes and ink flow.

Near the end or side of the text, a smaller vertical line of characters provides additional information, possibly the name of the artist or the recipient of the calligraphy, as is common in such works. There are also red stamps (chops or seals) placed strategically, which are traditional in Chinese calligraphy and paintings. These red seals likely represent the artist's mark or signature, adding authenticity and artistic value to the work.

The overall appearance is that of a sophisticated and artistic piece meant to convey not just the meaning of the characters, but also the beauty of the script itself.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a piece of Chinese calligraphy or brush painting. It contains various Chinese characters or ideograms arranged in a vertical format. The characters seem to be written in a flowing, expressive style typical of traditional Chinese calligraphy. Without being able to identify any individuals, the overall impression is one of artistic expression and cultural heritage conveyed through the medium of calligraphic brushwork.

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

This image shows traditional Chinese calligraphy written in a cursive script style (草書). It appears to be a vertical composition with several columns of black Chinese characters written on light-colored paper or silk. The characters are executed with confident, fluid brushstrokes that demonstrate the expressive nature of Chinese calligraphy. At the bottom left corner, there appears to be a red seal stamp, which is commonly used as an artist's signature mark in East Asian art. The overall style suggests this is a work by a skilled calligrapher, with characters that flow naturally from top to bottom in the traditional reading direction. The piece has an elegant, artistic quality typical of classical Chinese calligraphy.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a calligraphic piece of art, featuring Chinese characters written in black ink on a beige background. The text is arranged in vertical columns, with each column containing multiple characters. The characters are written in a flowing, cursive style, with varying sizes and orientations.

In the bottom-right corner of the image, there are two small red stamps or seals. These stamps appear to be traditional Chinese seals, which are often used to authenticate or sign artworks.

The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the flowing calligraphy and subtle color palette creating a sense of refinement and culture. The use of traditional Chinese characters and seals adds to the cultural significance of the piece, making it a beautiful and meaningful work of art.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image displays a piece of Chinese calligraphy, featuring a collection of characters written in black ink on a beige background. The characters are arranged vertically, with some written in a flowing script and others in a more formal, block-like style. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, with the black ink standing out against the beige background.

The characters themselves appear to be a mix of traditional Chinese characters and modern Chinese characters, with some featuring intricate flourishes and others being more straightforward. The arrangement of the characters is also noteworthy, with some appearing to be grouped together in pairs or threes, while others are scattered throughout the page in a seemingly random pattern.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful example of Chinese calligraphy, showcasing the skill and artistry of the calligrapher. The use of black ink on a beige background creates a striking visual effect, and the arrangement of the characters adds a sense of depth and complexity to the piece.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a traditional Chinese calligraphy piece written on white paper. The text is composed of various Chinese characters, each meticulously crafted in black ink. The characters are arranged in a vertical format, with multiple lines of text that are evenly spaced. The strokes of the characters vary in thickness, showcasing the artist's skill in calligraphy. The characters are predominantly in a cursive script, which is typical of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The background of the paper is plain and white, providing a stark contrast to the black ink. There are a few red seals present on the right side of the image, indicating the artist's signature or the title of the work.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a piece of paper with Chinese calligraphy. The calligraphy is written in black ink on white paper. The text is written in a vertical format, with each character occupying a single column. The characters are written in a traditional Chinese script style, which is characterized by its flowing, cursive strokes. The calligraphy appears to be a poem or a piece of prose, as it is written in a continuous flow without any breaks or interruptions. The calligraphy is quite intricate and detailed, with each character carefully crafted to convey a sense of elegance and beauty. Overall, the image showcases the beauty and artistry of Chinese calligraphy, which is a highly respected and revered art form in Chinese culture.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-07

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a piece of traditional Chinese calligraphy on what appears to be off-white paper or parchment. The calligraphy consists of vertical columns of Chinese characters written in a flowing, expressive style, likely with a traditional ink brush. The ink is black and contrasts well with the background, allowing the forms of the characters to be seen. The strokes vary in thickness, giving the writing a sense of rhythm and dynamism. There are also a couple of red seals stamped on the piece, typically indicating the artist's signature or mark.

The overall impression is one of elegance, tradition, and artistic skill.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-07

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image shows a piece of traditional Chinese calligraphy on what appears to be paper. The calligraphy is vertical, with lines of text arranged in columns. The style of writing suggests a skilled calligrapher.

Details:

  • Characters: The characters are written in a bold, flowing style. The lines are thick and well-defined, demonstrating the use of a brush and ink.
  • Content: The text is likely a poem or a passage of classical literature.
  • Signature/Seals: There are what appear to be signatures and/or seals at the end of the text, indicating the artist.
  • Color/Texture: The piece is predominantly black ink on a light-colored background. The paper may have a slight texture visible.

Overall, the image represents a well-executed work of Chinese calligraphy, capturing the beauty and expressiveness of the art form.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows a vertical scroll of Chinese calligraphy. The text is written in black ink on a light-colored background, likely paper. The calligraphy appears to be in a traditional style, possibly semi-cursive or cursive script, which is characterized by fluid, flowing strokes.

The text is arranged in columns, reading from right to left, which is typical for traditional Chinese writing. There are also small red stamps or seals placed at intervals along the text, which are common in Chinese calligraphy and art, often used to signify the artist's name or a collector's mark.

The content of the text seems to be a poem or a literary piece, but without a translation, the exact meaning is not clear. The overall aesthetic is elegant and refined, reflecting the artistry and skill involved in traditional Chinese calligraphy.

Qwen

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

This image features a piece of calligraphy. The text is written in Chinese and appears to be in a style that resembles行书 (semicursive script), which is characterized by its mixture of cursive and block strokes. The calligraphy is executed with a black ink on a light-colored background. The text is written in a vertical format, following the traditional Chinese style, with each character standing upright as if the paper were read from top to bottom.

In the bottom left corner and the bottom right corner of the image, there are small red seals, which are often used in Chinese art as a signature or to indicate the origin or approval of the work. The seals add a traditional and cultural element to the image, suggesting that this is a work of art that is meant to be appreciated not only for its content but also for its aesthetic and cultural significance.

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

This is an image of a traditional Chinese calligraphy piece, written vertically in black ink on a light-colored background. The calligraphy appears to be in a flowing, somewhat cursive style, which conveys a sense of dynamism and expressiveness.

The text is arranged in vertical lines, which is typical of classical Chinese writing. There are two red seals, likely the artist's signature seals, placed at the bottom of the calligraphy. One seal is located near the bottom left, and the other is near the bottom right.

The calligraphy contains several characters, and while the specific meaning of the text would require knowledge of Chinese, the visual presentation suggests a poetic or literary work. The varying thickness of the strokes and the spacing between characters add to the aesthetic appeal of the piece. The overall impression is one of elegance and artistic refinement.

Text analysis

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