Human Generated Data

Title

Kobori Enshū's Travels from Kyoto to Edo (Sanbu ōkan no ki, or Sōho michiyuki) in 2 Volumes

Date

Early Edo period, circa 17-18th century

People

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Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.495

Human Generated Data

Title

Kobori Enshū's Travels from Kyoto to Edo (Sanbu ōkan no ki, or Sōho michiyuki) in 2 Volumes

Date

Early Edo period, circa 17-18th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.495

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-01

Scroll 84
Text 61.1
Column 57.6
Building 57.6
Pillar 57.6
Architecture 57.6
Symbol 56.4
Arrow 56.4
Weaponry 56.1
Weapon 56.1
Bomb 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-01

no person 97.9
retro 91.1
old 87.6
one 87.3
wood 83.9
art 83.6
antique 80.9
desktop 80.8
design 80.2
vintage 80
paper 77.2
container 74
wear 73.4
pattern 72.3
education 72.2
text 72.1
texture 71.4
ancient 71.4
dirty 69.7
architecture 69.5

Imagga
created on 2019-06-01

scabbard 78.3
sheath 62.8
dagger 51.3
protective covering 47.3
knife 46.7
weapon 40.9
covering 31.2
slide rule 23.7
tool 23.5
object 22.7
metal 20.9
analog computer 19
equipment 18.2
close 16
steel 15.4
old 14.6
device 14.4
computer 13.1
closeup 12.8
sword 12.2
machine 11.9
work 11.8
architecture 11.7
detail 11.3
technology 11.1
construction 11.1
wood 10.8
silver 10.6
building 10.3
instrument 9.9
retro 9.8
measure 9.6
tools 9.5
business 9.1
vintage 9.1
antique 8.6
glass 8.6
industry 8.5
stone 8.4
black 8.4
metallic 8.3
home 8
wooden 7.9
inch 7.9
paper 7.8
carpenter 7.8
ancient 7.8
repair 7.7
monument 7.5
security 7.3
color 7.2
history 7.1

Google
created on 2019-06-01

Font 68.6
Column 63.5
Fashion accessory 54.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-01

tool 92.6
weapon 80.1
door handle 69.3
knife 66.3
melee weapon 60
cold weapon 57.8
everyday carry 50.6
metal 50.6
dagger 50.6

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

interior objects 99%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-05

a photograph of two large books with chinese writing on them -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows two traditional Japanese scrolls (kakemono or makimono), rolled and tied with decorative cords featuring tassels. Each scroll has a label in Japanese kanji applied vertically on the outer surface. The scroll on the left is labeled "宗甫道行下" (Sohō Dōgyō Ge, or "Sohō’s Path – Lower Volume"), while the scroll on the right is labeled "宗甫道行上" (Sohō Dōgyō Jō, or "Sohō’s Path – Upper Volume"). The scrolls have protective outer coverings made of textured material and are capped with wooden ends for ease of handling. Both scrolls include small barcode identifiers tied to their cords, suggesting they are part of a cataloged collection, likely in a library, museum, or archive. The background is black, emphasizing the scrolls' details.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image shows two traditional Japanese scrolls. Each scroll is rolled up tightly and bound with a green cord, which is tied in a decorative bow. The scroll on the left is labeled with Japanese characters that appear to say "宗甫道行下" (Sōho Dōgyō Ge) and the scroll on the right is labeled "宗甫道行上" (Sōho Dōgyō Jō). The writing is done vertically on a piece of paper attached to the outside of each scroll. Both scrolls also have tags with barcodes attached by a string, likely indicating some cataloging or archival identification. The scrolls have a similar beige exterior, suggesting they are part of a set or series. The background is black, which provides a stark contrast to the scrolls, highlighting their details.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image presents two ancient scrolls, likely originating from East Asia, possibly China or Japan, given the script and the style of the paper. The scrolls are wrapped in a light brown paper, with a white label on each featuring black Chinese characters. A gold rope is tied around the middle of each scroll, securing a white tag with a barcode. The background of the image is black.

The image appears to be a photograph taken for archival or educational purposes, possibly for a museum or library. The presence of barcodes on the tags suggests that the scrolls may be part of a collection that is being cataloged and tracked. The image provides a clear view of the scrolls' condition, with visible signs of aging and wear, such as creases and tears in the paper. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the history and cultural heritage of East Asia.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts two scrolls, each wrapped in a light-brown paper or fabric material. The scrolls are positioned vertically, with their ends facing upwards and downwards. A white barcode tag is attached to the left side of each scroll, featuring a series of numbers and lines. The tags are secured to the scrolls using a thin white string.

A gold-colored rope or cord is wrapped around the middle of each scroll, adding an ornate touch to the overall design. The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the details of the scrolls and their accessories.

In the center of each scroll, there is a vertical strip of paper or fabric with Chinese characters written on it in black ink. The characters appear to be a title or label for the contents of the scroll, but without further context, it is difficult to determine their exact meaning.

Overall, the image presents a striking and elegant visual representation of the two scrolls, with their intricate details and ornate accessories making them stand out against the plain black background.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features two cylindrical objects, likely scrolls, displayed against a black background. Each scroll is made of a beige or light brown material, possibly paper or a similar medium. The scrolls are rolled tightly, and their edges are secured with a green cord, which is tied in a knot at the top. Each scroll has a white label with a barcode attached to it, indicating they might be part of a collection or inventory. On the scrolls, there is black text written in a vertical orientation, which appears to be Chinese characters. The scrolls are positioned side by side, with the left one slightly in front of the right one, allowing both the text and the labels to be visible.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts two rolled-up scrolls, possibly containing written text or artwork. The scrolls are wrapped in brown paper and tied with a green cord, with a tassel at the end. They are positioned vertically, with the ends facing upwards. The scrolls have a cylindrical shape, and the paper appears to be of a light brown color. The cords and tassels are tied in a decorative manner, suggesting that the scrolls are meant to be displayed or presented in a formal setting. The image is captured against a black background, which provides a stark contrast and highlights the scrolls' features.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image shows two cylindrical, rolled scrolls set against a black backdrop. Each scroll is bound with a decorative gold-and-green braided rope, and a white tag with a barcode hangs from each rope.

The scrolls appear to be wrapped in a textured, light brown material, possibly parchment or a similar paper-like substance. On each scroll, there is a rectangular label with black East Asian characters written vertically. The scroll on the left is labeled with the character '下', and the one on the right is labeled with '上', indicating that they may be parts of a set.

The top and bottom ends of each scroll are finished with small, circular caps, likely made of wood or a similar material. Overall, the presentation of the scrolls suggests that they are historical artifacts, possibly containing calligraphy, paintings, or important documents.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

The image shows two rolled-up scrolls of historical or artistic significance, set against a stark black background. The scrolls are positioned vertically and appear to be of similar size and construction, suggesting they may be companion pieces or parts of a set.

Key observations include:

  • Scroll Construction: The scrolls have a cylindrical form, with a light brown or tan paper outer covering. A wooden or similar material is visible at the top and bottom of the scrolls.
  • Labeling: Each scroll has a rectangular label on the upper portion. The labels bear inscriptions in a script that appears to be East Asian calligraphy. The texts on the labels likely serve as titles or descriptions, and suggest an arrangement in two parts (upper and lower)
  • Securing Ties: Each scroll is secured with a woven cord or tie, likely for preservation or to keep the contents rolled up.
  • Attached Tags: Hanging from the scrolls are white tags with bar codes. These tags are likely museum or archival labels, including information for identification and cataloging.
  • Overall Aesthetic: The scrolls' appearance and presentation indicate their value as historical documents, art objects, or items of cultural significance.

The image's composition emphasizes the form and details of the scrolls against a minimalist background, thus highlighting the artwork's details.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two traditional Japanese scrolls, each secured with a gold-colored cord tied around the middle. The scrolls are placed side by side, and each has a vertical inscription in Japanese characters on a rectangular label. The inscriptions appear to be titles or descriptions of the contents of the scrolls.

Additionally, each scroll has a barcode tag attached to it, indicating that they are part of a cataloged collection, possibly in a museum, library, or archive. The scrolls are made of a light brown, paper-like material and are rolled up tightly. The background of the image is black, which contrasts with the light color of the scrolls, making the details more visible.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

宗車道行上 宗虜道テ 下
車道
宗虜道テ