Human Generated Data

Title

Band with Animal Motifs

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1931.36

Human Generated Data

Title

Band with Animal Motifs

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1931.36

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-23

Pillow 100
Cushion 100
Pattern 72.5

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-23

rug 98.8
textile 98.2
pattern 97.2
fabric 96.9
retro 96.8
margin 96.7
vintage 95.8
design 95.4
art 95.3
decoration 95.2
texture 94.7
travel 93.4
old 92.9
style 92.7
culture 91.9
desktop 90
cotton 89.5
print 89.5
handmade 89.5
antique 89.4

Imagga
created on 2019-08-23

paisley 100
fabric 94.1
prayer rug 62.3
rug 51.6
floor cover 38.2
furnishing 37.5
pattern 30.1
covering 26.4
old 25.8
paper 22
decoration 21.7
texture 21.5
retro 19.7
design 19.1
antique 19
vintage 19
art 18.9
decorative 18.4
ancient 18.2
decor 15.9
color 15.6
symbol 15.5
grunge 15.3
ornament 13.8
ornate 13.7
brown 13.2
floral 12.8
style 12.6
textile 12.3
textured 12.3
wallpaper 12.3
culture 12
yellow 11.9
letter 11.9
material 11.6
gold 11.5
colorful 11.5
aged 10.9
traditional 10.8
drawing 10.3
close 10.3
card 10.2
frame 10
backdrop 9.9
stamp 9.7
cotton 9.1
golden 8.6
architecture 8.6
wall 8.6
set 8.5
border 8.1
graphic 8
surface 7.9
postage 7.9
text 7.9
mail 7.7
number 7.5
page 7.4
container 7.4
object 7.3
book 7.3
paint 7.2
detail 7.2
celebration 7.2
currency 7.2
holiday 7.2
colors 7.1

Google
created on 2019-08-23

Textile 83.4
Tapestry 82.4
Carpet 63.8
Rug 58
Rectangle 55.7
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-23

text 97.1
furniture 81.8
motif 80.7
rug 77.9
mosaic 69.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

Clothing

AWS Rekognition

Rug 95.6%

Clarifai

Clothing 47.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-23

paintings art 99.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-23

a close up of a rug 68.2%
close up of a rug 60.1%
a rug on the floor 56.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a piece of cloth with a picture of a man in a hat

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a red and yellow cloth with various designs

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-31

The image depicts a fragment of an ancient textile, rich in color and intricate patterns. Predominantly, the textile features a red background adorned with various figures and shapes in shades of yellow, green, blue, and beige. The design seems to be repetitive, featuring stylized animals, possibly birds and mythical creatures, as well as geometric patterns and symbols which might be indicative of a specific culture or era. The edges of the textile appear to be frayed and uneven, suggesting it is quite old and has weathered over time. The craftsmanship suggests it is an artifact of cultural and historical significance.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

This is a photograph of a long and narrow fragment of woven textile. The textile is primarily in tones of red and gold, with patches of green and beige details. Its edges appear frayed and it is clearly an antique with signs of age and wear. The design is intricate, filled with a variety of figures and motifs which seem to tell a story or represent a specific cultural narrative.

On the golden-hued sections, there are numerous human-like figures in diverse poses. Some seem to be carrying objects or engaging in activities, while animal-like figures, possibly llamas or similar creatures, accompany them. Several of these animal figures are also depicted carrying items on their backs.

In the red-dominated sections, there’s a repetition of circular motifs with humanoid faces as well as more animal figures interspersed with geometric designs. Some of these geometric designs are reminiscent of architectural structures or possibly symbolic representations.

This piece seems to have a South American indigenous feel, perhaps attributable to pre-Columbian cultures known for their advanced weaving techniques and symbolic storytelling through textile art. The artwork might be significant historically, revealing information about the culture, beliefs, and daily life of the people who created it.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This appears to be an ancient textile fragment, likely from a tapestry or woven cloth, featuring intricate designs in red, gold, and other colors. The piece shows what appears to be Coptic or early Islamic artistic style, with repeating circular medallions containing stylized faces or figures. The textile has a decorative border with geometric patterns in blue and other colors. The fabric shows significant age and wear, with some areas damaged or missing, but the vibrant colors and detailed patterns are still visible. This type of textile art was common in Egypt and the Near East during the early medieval period, roughly between the 4th and 8th centuries CE. The preservation of such delicate fabric artifacts provides valuable insights into the artistic and technical achievements of ancient textile makers.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image appears to be an ancient textile fragment or tapestry. It features a vibrant, intricate design with a repeating pattern of various abstract shapes and figures in shades of red, gold, and other colors against a neutral background. The overall composition has a lively, textural quality, suggesting it may have been a decorative or ceremonial textile from a historical or cultural context.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-25

This image features a vibrant tapestry fragment, likely originating from the Andean region of South America, showcasing a rich cultural heritage. The tapestry's intricate design is characterized by a predominantly red background, adorned with various animals and geometric patterns in shades of yellow, green, blue, and white.

The tapestry's edges are frayed, indicating its age and wear over time. The overall appearance suggests that it may have been part of a larger textile piece, possibly used for ceremonial or decorative purposes. The level of detail and craftsmanship evident in the tapestry's design underscores the significance of textiles in Andean culture, where they often served as symbols of status, power, and spiritual connection.

The image provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural traditions of the Andean region, highlighting the importance of textiles as a means of expression and storytelling. The tapestry's intricate patterns and motifs likely hold deeper meanings and symbolism, reflecting the beliefs and values of the people who created it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-21

The image depicts a piece of ancient textile art, likely from the Middle Ages or earlier. The textile is rectangular in shape and features a red background with intricate designs and patterns in gold, yellow, green, blue, and black. The design appears to be a mix of geometric shapes, animals, and human figures, possibly depicting scenes from everyday life or mythological events.

The textile is frayed at the edges, suggesting it may have been cut from a larger piece or has undergone significant wear and tear over time. The overall condition of the textile is worn and faded, with some areas appearing more vibrant than others.

The background of the image is a plain white, which helps to highlight the colors and details of the textile. There are no other objects or elements in the image, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the textile itself.

Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient cultures, showcasing the skill and attention to detail that went into creating this intricate piece of textile art.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image shows a fragment of an ancient textile, likely from the Inca civilization, known as a "tapestry" or "textile art." The textile features a vibrant red background with intricate designs and patterns woven into it. The designs include various animals, such as jaguars, birds, and snakes, as well as human figures and geometric shapes. The textile appears to be made of a combination of natural fibers, such as cotton and wool, and possibly some metallic threads. The overall design and style of the textile suggest that it was created for ceremonial or ritualistic purposes, possibly used in religious or cultural ceremonies. The textile's age and condition suggest that it is a valuable artifact that provides insight into the artistic and cultural practices of the Inca civilization.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image shows a piece of cloth that is probably a tapestry. The tapestry is in a square shape with a red background and is adorned with various designs. The designs include animals, such as elephants, and human figures. The tapestry is bordered by a beige-colored cloth. The tapestry is probably old, as it is torn in some parts.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a fragment of a woven textile with a complex design. The textile is primarily red, and the design features a series of stylized figures and shapes in shades of yellow, green, beige, blue, and dark red. The figures appear to be animals or fantastical creatures and are interspersed with geometric and floral motifs. A border runs along the top and bottom edges of the textile with geometric patterns. The edges of the textile are frayed, indicating the piece is incomplete. The textile's age is evident from the wear and tear, suggesting it may be quite old.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a fragment of an ancient tapestry or textile, likely originating from a region with rich artistic traditions. The textile is rectangular and oriented horizontally, with rough, frayed edges suggesting it's been damaged or is incomplete. The primary color used as the background is a deep, vibrant red.

The textile is densely decorated with various figures and motifs. There are stylized depictions of animals, including what appear to be lions, horses, and other creatures, rendered in shades of yellow, white, green, and black. Some of these animals are arranged in dynamic poses, giving the impression of movement. Additionally, there are geometric patterns, floral designs, and other abstract shapes woven into the fabric.

A notable feature is a more detailed depiction in the center. It showcases what looks like a person or deity sitting beneath a domed structure. The figure's clothing and posture suggest importance or reverence.

The textile has a border design along its top and bottom edges. These borders consist of repeated geometric shapes in yellow, blue, black, and red, framing the central scene.

The overall style of the textile appears ancient and possibly Middle Eastern or Central Asian in origin. The level of detail and the complexity of the design suggest it was created by skilled artisans, likely for ceremonial or decorative purposes.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a detailed and intricate textile fragment, likely from a historical or cultural artifact. The piece features a richly colored and patterned design, predominantly in shades of red, gold, and green.

The central motif includes several large, stylized elephants, which are depicted in a decorative manner. These elephants are adorned with elaborate patterns and are surrounded by various other elements, such as floral motifs and geometric shapes. The elephants appear to be carrying structures or riders on their backs, suggesting a scene of royalty or ceremonial significance.

The background is a vibrant red, which contrasts sharply with the gold and green elements, enhancing the visual impact of the design. The borders of the textile feature intricate patterns and possibly some form of script or decorative symbols, adding to the overall complexity and beauty of the piece.

The edges of the textile are frayed, indicating its age and possibly its use over time. This fragment appears to be a part of a larger piece, perhaps a tapestry, banner, or ceremonial cloth, reflecting the craftsmanship and artistic traditions of its origin.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

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