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Human Generated Data

Title

Zen Buddhist Aphorism (Zenka goroku-shō)

Date

Early Edo period, 1652

People

-

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.519

Human Generated Data

Title

Zen Buddhist Aphorism (Zenka goroku-shō)

Date

Early Edo period, 1652

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.519

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-14

Text 100
Calligraphy 100
Handwriting 100
Animal 75.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

calligraphy 99.9
no person 99.9
paper 99.6
retro 99.2
ancient 99.1
calligrapher 98.9
traditional 98.9
antique 98.6
writing 98.6
ink 98.3
handwriting 98.2
dirty 98
artistic 97.5
old 97.4
graphic design 97.3
wear 96.3
parchment 95.9
painting 95.5
indigenous 95.3
language 94.2

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

vintage 60.4
antique 58.9
old 53.7
retro 52.5
pirate 51.1
aged 48.9
paper 47.9
shower curtain 46.4
ancient 45
text 43.7
canvas 43.7
parchment 43.2
grunge 42.6
stained 41.4
blank 41.2
aging 40.3
texture 38.2
curtain 36.8
border 36.2
page 32.5
decorative 31.8
pattern 31.5
worn 29.6
grungy 29.4
burnt 28.2
torn 28.1
dirty 28
furnishing 27.7
blind 27.7
frame 26.7
book 26.6
cotton 24.8
wallpaper 24.5
empty 23.2
document 22.3
letter 22
space 21.7
art 21.7
manuscript 21.5
note 21.2
rough 21
design 20.8
sheet 20.7
brown 19.9
yellow 19.2
obsolete 19.2
color 18.9
history 18.8
protective covering 18.7
stain 18.3
weathered 18.1
decay 17.4
age 17.2
correspondence 16.6
messy 16.4
layers 16.4
cardboard 16.3
wall 16.3
pages 15.6
floral 15.3
poster 15.1
journal 15.1
scrolls 14.8
letterhead 14.8
backgrounds 14.6
burning 14.5
paint 14.5
spotted 14.5
dirt 14.3
element 14.1
graphic 13.9
brittle 13.8
burned 13.7
drawing 12.3
detail 12.1
material 11.8
flower 11.5
symbol 11.5
decoration 11
sign 10.5
style 10.4
silhouette 9.9
textured 9.6
covering 9.4
set 9.3
artistic 8.7
sketch 8.4
bamboo 8.3
surface 8.1
ornament 7.8
rust 7.7
classic 7.4
historic 7.3
collection 7.2
creative 7.1

Google
created on 2021-12-14

Handwriting 88.5
Art 86.3
Font 84.4
Event 55.9
Writing 52.1
Calligraphy 51.9
Creative arts 50.3

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-14

handwriting 99.8
text 98.1
furniture 84.9
curtain 73.6
calligraphy 64.3
letter 60
fabric 56.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Rug

Clarifai

Bat
Plant
Animal
Bird

AWS Rekognition

Bird 75.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

paintings art 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-14

a fabric surface 42.9%
a close up of a curtain 40.4%
a close up of a fabric surface 40.3%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a letter from person to person.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a chinese writing on a piece of paper with writing on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image features a piece of traditional Asian calligraphy written in an elegant and expressive style. The characters flow gracefully with strong brushstrokes, showcasing the mastery and artistry of the calligrapher. The writing appears to be arranged vertically, a common format in classic calligraphy, and the text spans across the surface evenly.

The background is slightly textured, with light beige tones suggesting aged material, possibly paper or silk. Subtle gold embellishments, resembling floral motifs or leaves, are present, adding visual sophistication and complementing the written characters. The text carries a sense of cultural or spiritual significance, likely reflecting philosophical, religious, or poetic content.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

This image shows a piece of traditional Chinese calligraphy on paper. The calligraphy is done with bold, expressive brushstrokes and written in vertical columns, which is typical of East Asian calligraphy. The characters are rendered in a style that might be considered semi-cursive, combining fluidity with legibility.

The background of the paper has an aged appearance, suggesting that it might be an older work or intentionally crafted to appear vintage. There are some visible decorative elements, such as faint plant motifs in lighter ink or gold, providing a subtle background contrast to the darker ink of the characters.

The calligraphy could be a poem, a piece of prose, or a traditional text of some kind, though to determine its exact meaning, one would need to translate the Chinese characters. The work portrays a sense of elegance and an appreciation for the art of writing, embodying both the aesthetic beauty and cultural heritage of Chinese calligraphy.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

This image appears to be a piece of calligraphy or handwritten text in an Asian script, likely Chinese or Japanese. The text is written in a flowing, artistic style across the length of the image. While I cannot identify any specific individuals mentioned in the text, the overall impression is one of elegance and artistry in the written form.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This image shows traditional East Asian calligraphy, specifically what appears to be Chinese or Japanese characters written in a flowing, artistic style. The characters are written in black ink on what looks like aged or sepia-toned paper. The calligraphy appears to be written horizontally from right to left, which is traditional for classical East Asian texts. The brushstrokes show varying thickness and intensity, demonstrating the skillful technique of the calligrapher. Some characters appear to have decorative or flourishing elements, and there are subtle variations in the ink's darkness throughout the text.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image presents a traditional Chinese calligraphy piece, characterized by its elegant and refined appearance. The composition features a series of Chinese characters arranged in a harmonious and balanced manner, with each character carefully crafted to convey a sense of beauty and sophistication.

The background of the image is a warm, beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the dark brown ink used for the calligraphy. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, evoking a sense of calmness and contemplation.

The calligraphy itself is a masterpiece of traditional Chinese art, with each character meticulously rendered to capture the nuances of the language. The strokes are bold and expressive, yet delicate and refined, creating a sense of movement and energy that draws the viewer's eye through the composition.

The arrangement of the characters is thoughtful and deliberate, with each one carefully placed to create a sense of balance and harmony. The result is a visually stunning piece that not only showcases the beauty of traditional Chinese calligraphy but also conveys a sense of cultural heritage and tradition.

Overall, the image is a testament to the enduring power of traditional Chinese art and culture, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared heritage.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image features a piece of parchment with Chinese calligraphy. The parchment is a light brown color, resembling aged paper. The calligraphy is written in black ink and consists of various Chinese characters, some of which are repeated throughout the text. The characters are written in a traditional style, with bold strokes and intricate details.

The parchment appears to be old and worn, with visible creases and tears along its edges. The background of the image is a plain white, which helps to highlight the details of the parchment and the calligraphy.

Overall, the image suggests that the parchment is an important historical document or artifact, possibly from ancient China. The calligraphy is likely to be a significant part of Chinese culture and history, and the image provides a glimpse into the country's rich literary heritage.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a traditional Chinese calligraphy scroll with handwritten characters. The scroll appears to be aged, with a slightly yellowed and worn texture, suggesting its historical significance. The calligraphy is written in black ink on a beige or light brown paper, which is typical of ancient Chinese scrolls. The characters are meticulously crafted, showcasing the artist's skill and the cultural importance of calligraphy in Chinese art. The layout of the characters is vertical, which is a common format for Chinese calligraphy scrolls. There are no additional elements or decorations on the scroll, focusing solely on the elegance and beauty of the handwritten text.

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

The image shows a piece of paper with Chinese characters written on it. The characters are written in black ink on a beige background. The characters are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with each character occupying a single cell. The characters are written in a cursive style, with flowing lines and curves. The characters are of varying sizes, with some characters being larger than others. The characters appear to be written in a traditional Chinese script, with some characters having multiple strokes.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a detailed shot of a piece of calligraphy written in a vertical format. It appears to be ancient, due to the aged appearance of the paper, which has a warm, yellowed tone, and the traditional ink style. The calligraphy is done in bold, black ink, with each character distinctively formed.

The characters are arranged in vertical columns, typical of traditional East Asian script. There are some subtle decorations scattered around the text that seem to be faded images of plants.

Due to the details, this image gives off an atmosphere of traditional East Asian art and could be an illustration of a poem, philosophical writings, or a historical document.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a section of antique East Asian calligraphy on a parchment-like material. The script appears to be in traditional Chinese or Japanese characters written vertically, using a brush and ink. The ink is dark, contrasting with the aged, off-white color of the parchment.

The text is arranged in columns, with each column containing several characters. Some fading and imperfections are visible on the parchment, suggesting age and wear. There are also illustrations such as foliage among the written characters. The overall impression is that of an old and historically significant document.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a traditional Chinese calligraphy scroll featuring handwritten text. The calligraphy is written in vertical columns from right to left, which is a conventional format for classical Chinese texts. The characters are written in black ink on a light-colored, aged paper, giving it an antique appearance. The text appears to be a poem or a literary piece, possibly written in classical Chinese.

The calligraphy style is elegant and fluid, indicative of a skilled calligrapher. The strokes vary in thickness, demonstrating the use of a brush and the artist's control over the ink. There are also some light, sketchy lines and marks, possibly indicating revisions or annotations made by the calligrapher.

Overall, the scroll conveys a sense of historical and cultural significance, showcasing the art of Chinese calligraphy and its rich tradition.

Qwen

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

The image depicts a piece of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The text is written in black ink on a light, aged-looking paper that has a slightly textured appearance, suggesting it might be handmade. The characters are written in a flowing and expressive style, characteristic of calligraphy, which is known for its artistic elements and the deliberate, often personal, way in which it is written. The text appears to be a series of phrases or sentences, with varying sizes and styles of characters, which is common in calligraphy to create visual interest and emphasize certain parts of the text. The overall aesthetic is one of elegance and cultural significance, typical of classical Chinese writing.

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

The image is a piece of traditional East Asian calligraphy, likely of Chinese or Japanese origin, written in black ink on a light beige or off-white background. The text is arranged in vertical columns, typical of classical East Asian writing styles. The calligraphy appears to be in a cursive or semi-cursive script, which adds a fluid and artistic quality to the writing.

In the background, there are faint, decorative elements that resemble bamboo leaves or similar plant motifs. These elements are lightly drawn and do not overshadow the calligraphy but rather complement it, providing a subtle aesthetic enhancement to the overall composition. The background also shows some signs of aging or wear, suggesting that this is an older piece of art. The texture of the paper is visible, adding to the authenticity and historical feel of the work.

Text analysis

Amazon

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1

Google

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