Human Generated Data

Title

Lotus Sutra, Jo-Bon no. 1 (small) (Hokke-kyō)

Date

17th-18th century

People

-

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.529

Human Generated Data

Title

Lotus Sutra, Jo-Bon no. 1 (small) (Hokke-kyō)

Date

17th-18th century

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.529

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-31

desktop 99.1
pattern 98.9
texture 98.2
design 97.3
abstract 96.5
decoration 96.4
art 95.7
wall 95.2
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wallpaper 93
picture frame 92.5
old 92.4
fabric 90.6
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margin 87.7
wear 87.3
luxury 86.1
blank 84.4

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

doormat 87.3
mat 70.1
texture 59.2
floor cover 54.1
pattern 50.7
material 45.4
surface 38
covering 37.2
backdrop 34.7
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tile 26.5
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wall 24.1
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art 20.3
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decorative 18.4
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paper 14.9
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cobble 10.7
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Google
created on 2019-05-31

Brown 90.2
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Placemat 77.2
Wood 75.8
Pattern 65.7
Mat 57.6
Flooring 54

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-31

fabric 61.9
abstract 56
pattern 55
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Rug 95.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

interior objects 97.7%
nature landscape 1.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-05-31

a close up of a tiled wall 57.8%
a close up of a white wall 53%
a close up of a tiled floor 52.9%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a large chinese writing on a black background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This image depicts a section of ancient calligraphy or text, written in fine golden ink on a dark, possibly black or deep gray background. The writing appears to consist of densely packed Chinese characters, meticulously organized into neat vertical columns. The text is bordered by thin gold lines that form a rectangular frame, enhancing the visual emphasis on the calligraphy. The design suggests a sense of formality, elegance, and historical significance, likely representing a sacred or important document, such as a manuscript, religious scripture, or literary work. The dark background paired with golden text highlights the artistic and impressive craftsmanship.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image shows a piece of calligraphy featuring text written in gold ink on a dark background, possibly black. The text is arranged in columns with precise alignment. Each character is carefully written with fine strokes, indicative of traditional Chinese calligraphy. The golden text contrasts starkly with the dark background, enhancing the visual impact of the calligraphy. Additionally, thin golden lines create a border around the text, framing it neatly. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or ornamental script, potentially used for significant or ceremonial purposes.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image appears to be a long horizontal scroll containing rows of Chinese characters or text written in gold against a dark background. The text appears to be densely packed, covering the entire surface of the scroll. This type of artwork is commonly seen in traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting, where the intricate and ornate text is often the primary focus and subject matter.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This appears to be an ancient Chinese manuscript or scroll featuring rows of traditional Chinese characters written in gold or yellow ink on a dark background. The text is arranged in neat vertical columns and appears to be quite extensive, covering what seems to be a long horizontal scroll format. The writing style appears to be classical Chinese calligraphy, and the dark background (possibly black or deep blue) creates a striking contrast with the golden text. This type of document format was commonly used for important historical, philosophical, or literary texts in ancient China. The preservation state of the document suggests it's likely a historical artifact or museum piece.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

This image depicts a section of a traditional Korean scroll, likely a Joseon dynasty document. The scroll features a dark gray background with a horizontal yellow line at the top and bottom, which may indicate the beginning or end of a section.

The central area of the scroll is filled with Korean characters written in a gold-colored ink. The text is arranged in vertical columns, with each column containing multiple lines of text. The characters are written in a formal, cursive style, which was commonly used in Korean calligraphy during the Joseon dynasty.

The overall appearance of the scroll suggests that it is an important historical document, possibly a royal decree, a literary work, or a religious text. The use of gold ink and the formal calligraphy style indicate that the document was created with great care and attention to detail.

The image provides a glimpse into the cultural and artistic traditions of Korea during the Joseon dynasty, which was known for its rich literary and artistic heritage. The scroll's beauty and historical significance make it a valuable artifact for scholars and art enthusiasts alike.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image presents a horizontal, rectangular piece of paper or parchment featuring a dense arrangement of yellow Chinese characters on a black background. The text is densely packed and appears to be written in a calligraphic style, with each character carefully rendered in yellow ink. The characters are arranged in rows, with some lines extending further than others, creating a sense of depth and texture.

The paper or parchment itself has a dark, almost black color, which provides a striking contrast to the bright yellow of the characters. The edges of the paper are rough and uneven, suggesting that it may be an ancient or handmade document.

A thin yellow line runs along the top and bottom edges of the paper, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design. The line is straight and precise, indicating that it may have been drawn or painted by hand.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and intricate example of traditional Chinese calligraphy, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of the artist who created it. The use of yellow ink on a black background creates a sense of drama and contrast, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the characters.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts a close-up view of a section of an ancient manuscript or scroll. The background is a deep, rich blue, which serves as a stark contrast to the golden text. The text is written in a traditional Chinese script, which is characterized by its intricate and flowing strokes. The script appears to be a religious or philosophical text, possibly from a Buddhist or Confucian tradition. The text is arranged in vertical columns, with each column containing multiple lines of text. The script is densely packed, with little space between the characters. The image focuses on the middle section of the manuscript, with the top and bottom sections partially visible. The image is cropped tightly around the text, with no other objects or details visible.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts a large sheet of paper with a black background and golden text. The text is arranged in columns, and each column has a different set of characters. The golden text appears to be written in a foreign language, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The paper has a golden border on the top and bottom edges, adding to its aesthetic appeal. Overall, the image showcases the beauty of calligraphy and the art of writing in a foreign language.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a long, rectangular scroll. It appears to be an ancient text or artwork, likely of Eastern origin (given the writing style). It features an abundance of golden-colored characters against a dark, possibly black, background.

Details:

  • Text: The central focus is on dense text. The characters are written in a style that looks to be brush strokes, suggesting calligraphy. The characters are a rich golden color.
  • Background: The background is dark, which helps the gold text stand out. It has a simple, slightly textured appearance.
  • Framing: The text seems to be bordered by thin gold lines. The edges of the scroll are a plain, dark tone.

Possible Interpretations:

  • Given the text style, this could be a religious text, a philosophical treatise, or a work of art.
  • The scroll's age and presentation imply that it is valuable, possibly a historical artifact.

Let me know if you'd like a more detailed analysis!

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a long, narrow scroll or panel with a dark background, likely black or dark blue. A gold border frames the text area. The majority of the surface is covered with densely packed gold characters, which appear to be Chinese or Japanese. The text is arranged in vertical columns. The density of the text varies slightly across the panel, with some areas appearing more crowded than others. There are blank, or partially blank, sections at the end of the panel. The piece seems aged, with some visible wear and imperfections on the surface. The overall impression is of a historical document or work of calligraphy.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient scroll with densely written text in a vertical format. The text appears to be in a classical or historical script, likely from an East Asian culture, given the style of the characters. The characters are written in gold or a golden-brown ink on a dark, possibly black, background. The scroll is bordered by a thin gold line on both the top and bottom edges. The text is uniformly written in columns, which is typical of traditional scrolls from regions such as China, Japan, or Korea.

The content of the text is not immediately clear from the image alone, but it could be a historical document, a religious text, a literary work, or a record of some sort. The meticulous and uniform writing suggests it was created with great care, possibly for an important or ceremonial purpose. The use of gold ink indicates that the document may have been intended for a significant or prestigious context, as gold is often associated with value and reverence.

Qwen

Text analysis

Google

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