Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of a Tapestry

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.235

Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of a Tapestry

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Hervey E. Wetzel, 1919.235

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-08-30

Home Decor 100
Rug 100
Accessories 100
Art 100
Ornament 100
Tapestry 100
Animal 86.6
Wedding 65.3
Linen 55.7
Pattern 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2018-11-02

desktop 98.6
design 97.1
texture 96.8
abstract 96.4
pattern 96.2
illustration 94.8
art 92.8
graphic 92.6
wallpaper 90.8
retro 90.7
vintage 89.5
decoration 88.1
old 87.6
shape 86.3
paper 85.8
background 85.6
image 85.1
fabric 84.9
vector 84.1
print 83.6

Imagga
created on 2018-11-02

texture 38.2
old 36.2
tray 34.7
grunge 32.3
vintage 31.4
receptacle 28.1
retro 27.8
doormat 26.5
decoration 23.7
aged 23.5
container 23.3
seal 23
pattern 21.9
fastener 21.5
mat 20.9
graffito 20.8
wall 19.7
paper 19.6
textured 19.3
antique 19
art 17.7
rough 17.3
brown 16.9
frame 16.6
ancient 16.4
design 16.3
restraint 16.3
dirty 16.3
floor cover 15.9
device 15.4
material 15.2
covering 14.7
border 14.5
surface 14.1
backdrop 13.2
detail 12.9
stone 12.5
weathered 12.3
structure 11.9
wallpaper 11.5
rusty 11.4
black 10.8
metal 10.5
close 10.3
architecture 10.2
mosaic 9.9
chalkboard 9.8
concrete 9.6
damaged 9.5
color 9.5
finance 9.3
travel 9.2
blackboard 8.7
rustic 8.6
parchment 8.6
empty 8.6
board 8.6
construction 8.6
grungy 8.5
money 8.5
business 8.5
wood 8.3
backgrounds 8.1
building 7.9
urban 7.9
blank 7.7
rust 7.7
closeup 7.4
graphic 7.3
gray 7.2
chalk 7.2
history 7.2
transducer 7.1
creative 7.1

Google
created on 2018-11-02

Microsoft
created on 2018-11-02

text 95.6
white 66.9
black 66
old 58.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Blackboard
Adult
Bride
Female
Person
Woman

Clarifai

Flower
Picture frame
Bird

AWS Rekognition

Bird 86.6%

AWS Rekognition

Blackboard 66.9%

AWS Rekognition

Adult 65.3%

AWS Rekognition

Bride 65.3%

AWS Rekognition

Female 65.3%

AWS Rekognition

Person 65.3%

AWS Rekognition

Woman 65.3%

Clarifai

Flower 80.2%

Clarifai

Flower 78.4%

Clarifai

Flower 76.9%

Clarifai

Flower 58.1%

Clarifai

Flower 57%

Clarifai

Flower 56.2%

Clarifai

Flower 56%

Clarifai

Flower 51.5%

Clarifai

Flower 45.2%

Clarifai

Flower 44.7%

Clarifai

Flower 43.9%

Clarifai

Flower 42.2%

Clarifai

Flower 41.3%

Clarifai

Flower 40.3%

Clarifai

Flower 35.8%

Clarifai

Flower 34.1%

Clarifai

Flower 33.8%

Clarifai

Picture frame 68.3%

Clarifai

Bird 37.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-11-02

paintings art 65.3%
food drinks 11.9%
streetview architecture 10.5%
interior objects 4.6%
beaches seaside 4%
nature landscape 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-11-02

a vintage photo of a person 69.3%
a black and white photo of a person 61.6%
an old photo of a person 61.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-29

a photograph of a piece of cloth with a picture of a fish and flowers

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

a black and white photo of a large chinese pattern

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a piece of textile or fabric with intricate designs and patterns. The composition includes swirling floral motifs, leaves, and organic, flowing curves arranged throughout the fabric. A prominent fish is visible near the center, rendered in a stylized form with distinctive fins and scales. The design exhibits a decorative, ornate aesthetic, possibly inspired by nature and traditional art forms. The fabric appears to have a rich texture and might be handwoven or embroidered, showcasing skillful craftsmanship. The black-and-white format emphasizes contrasts between the lighter and darker areas, further highlighting the details.

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

The image shows a square piece of decorative textile with intricate patterns. The central element is a large fish, possibly a carp, surrounded by various floral and leaf motifs. The fish is elegantly designed with detailed scales and fins, and it appears to be swimming among swirling, organic shapes that mimic the movement of waves or currents. The surrounding flowers and foliage are stylized, featuring flowing lines and curves that contribute to the overall dynamic composition of the textile. The design uses varying shades, likely in different colors, to create contrast and depth, though the image is displayed in black and white. The textile embodies a traditional aesthetic, possibly influenced by Asian art and design.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph or reproduction of an ornate, decorative textile or wall hanging. The design features a complex, flowing pattern of stylized floral and aquatic motifs, including fish and other marine creatures swimming amidst swirling clouds or waves. The overall aesthetic has a distinctly East Asian or Chinese artistic influence, with the intricate, organic forms and monochromatic palette. The image conveys a sense of movement and fluidity through the intertwining, undulating lines and shapes.

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

This appears to be a black and white photograph of what looks like a traditional Asian textile or decorative piece, possibly Chinese or Japanese in origin. The design features an ornate pattern with a central fish motif surrounded by flowing, curvilinear designs of clouds, flowers, and foliage. The fish is depicted in a stylized manner, with detailed fins and scales. The background is filled with decorative swirls and floral elements that create a sense of movement and fluidity throughout the composition. The contrast between light and dark elements creates depth and visual interest in the design. The style is reminiscent of traditional East Asian art, particularly the way natural elements are stylized and arranged in a harmonious, flowing composition.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a black and white photograph of a textile, likely a tapestry or rug, featuring a floral pattern with a fish motif.

  • The textile is rectangular in shape, with a dark background that dominates the image.
    • The background is a solid color, possibly a deep gray or black, which provides a striking contrast to the lighter-colored floral and fish designs.
  • The floral pattern is intricate and detailed, with various types of flowers and leaves scattered throughout the textile.
    • The flowers appear to be stylized, with curved petals and stems that add to the overall sense of movement and energy in the design.
  • A fish is prominently displayed in the center of the textile, surrounded by the floral pattern.
    • The fish is depicted in a stylized manner, with bold lines and geometric shapes that give it a sense of depth and dimensionality.
  • The edges of the textile are slightly frayed, suggesting that it may be an older or worn piece.
    • The fraying adds a sense of texture and character to the image, and helps to create a sense of history and context for the textile.

Overall, the image presents a beautiful and intricate textile with a unique blend of floral and fish motifs. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of timelessness and elegance to the image, highlighting the beauty and craftsmanship of the textile.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a piece of fabric with a floral pattern, featuring a central design that includes a bird and flowers. The fabric appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly silk or cotton, and has a subtle sheen to it. The floral pattern is intricate and detailed, with various shapes and sizes of flowers and leaves scattered throughout the fabric. The central design features a bird perched on a branch, surrounded by flowers and foliage. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the fabric may have been used for decorative purposes such as upholstery or drapery.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an antique textile, possibly a tapestry or wall hanging, featuring a detailed floral and animal motif. The design is intricate, with a variety of flowers, leaves, and a prominent fish in the center. The fish appears to be stylized and is surrounded by swirling patterns that resemble clouds or waves. The floral elements are varied, including roses, lilies, and other stylized flowers, all rendered in a monochromatic palette. The background of the textile is a solid, dark color that contrasts with the lighter, detailed patterns. The overall composition is symmetrical, with the fish and floral elements balanced on either side of the center.

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

The image is a photograph of a piece of fabric with an intricate design. The fabric is predominantly gray with black and white accents. The design features a combination of floral and abstract patterns, including stylized flowers, leaves, and possibly mythical creatures or symbols. The pattern is intricate and detailed, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship. The fabric appears to be folded or rolled, as it is not fully spread out, and the edges are visible. The photograph is taken from a close-up perspective, focusing on the details of the fabric's design.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

This is a black and white image of what appears to be a piece of textile, possibly fabric or a hanging. It's filled with an intricate pattern of floral and other motifs. At the center of the design is a bird-like figure, perhaps a phoenix, surrounded by stylized clouds and swirling shapes.

The design also features flowers with round petals and dark centers, interspersed with leaves and more cloud-like formations. The patterns have a flowing, organic quality, with tendrils and swirls connecting the different elements. The composition has a sense of movement and a slightly asymmetrical feel.

The fabric itself has a slightly textured appearance, which suggests it might be a woven material. There are faint markings in the top right corner of the image.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-24

Here is a description of the image:

The image presents a textile, likely a section of a larger work, with a complex and ornate design. The design is in grayscale, suggesting a photograph of an older or antique piece.

Overall Design: The textile features a flowing, organic pattern. It appears to be a floral and avian design, characteristic of certain Eastern artistic styles. The composition seems asymmetrical, with the main subject or focus being a bird, perhaps a phoenix or stylized bird, encircled by floral elements, clouds and other swirling elements.

Elements and Features:

  • Bird: The most prominent element is the bird, situated in the center and oriented toward the left. The bird is depicted with detailed feathers and a somewhat stylized form.
  • Floral Elements: Large, stylized flowers, likely peonies or similar, are scattered throughout the design. They vary in size and form, adding depth and variation.
  • Curvilinear Forms: The composition is characterized by flowing, curved lines that create a sense of movement. These lines are seen in the flower stems, leaves, and cloud-like shapes that surround the bird and flowers.
  • Clouds: Wispy clouds or cloud-like shapes are incorporated into the design, adding to the sense of movement and a possible mystical or spiritual feel.
  • Color Palette: The grayscale suggests the use of a limited color palette, possibly consisting of muted tones or monochromatic shades in the original piece.

Technique/Possible Material: The intricate detailing suggests that the textile could be woven, embroidered, or perhaps even painted. The texture of the image is visible, making it possible that it could be silk or a similar material that is soft and delicate.

Overall Impression: The image suggests a high-quality, artistic piece with an elegant and symbolic design. The composition and its elements are typical of decorative art. The monochrome palette could be attributed to a variety of reasons, ranging from age-related deterioration to an intentionally designed grayscale palette.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a piece of fabric with an intricate, traditional design. The fabric appears to be made of a light-colored material, possibly silk or a similar fine cloth, and features a detailed pattern that includes various elements.

Key elements of the design include:

  1. Central Figure: In the center of the fabric, there is a prominent depiction of a bird, possibly a phoenix or a similar mythical creature, surrounded by flowing, cloud-like patterns.
  2. Floral and Leaf Motifs: Surrounding the central figure are various floral and leaf motifs, which add to the ornate nature of the design. These motifs include flowers, leaves, and possibly other natural elements.
  3. Swirling Patterns: The design incorporates swirling, cloud-like patterns that create a sense of movement and dynamism.
  4. Border Elements: The edges of the fabric feature additional decorative elements, including more floral and leaf motifs, which frame the central design.

The overall aesthetic of the fabric suggests it may be inspired by traditional East Asian art, possibly Chinese or Japanese, given the style of the motifs and the use of mythical creatures and natural elements. The fabric appears to be a piece of textile art, possibly used for decorative purposes such as a wall hanging or part of a garment.

Qwen

No captions written