Human Generated Data

Title

Tunic Front: Riders and Dancers

Date

4th-5th century CE

People

-

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1931.49

Human Generated Data

Title

Tunic Front: Riders and Dancers

Date

4th-5th century CE

Classification

Textile Arts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Charles Bain Hoyt, 1931.49

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-23

retro 99.2
art 99.1
pattern 98.4
decoration 97.2
antique 97.1
ornate 97
design 97
texture 96.5
no person 95.9
interior design 95.2
illustration 93.8
old 93.2
classic 91.5
luxury 91
ancient 90.9
victorian 90.5
vintage 89.7
wallpaper 89.5
elegant 88.9
print 88.8

Imagga
created on 2019-08-23

prayer rug 75.7
arabesque 70.6
rug 63.3
pattern 45.8
floor cover 45.4
furnishing 45.3
art 39.7
floral 38.3
texture 38.2
covering 37.8
decoration 36.9
antique 36.5
design 36
vintage 34.7
old 33.5
vestment 32.6
ornament 31
decor 30.1
wallpaper 28.3
retro 27.9
ancient 26
gown 25.7
fabric 25.5
decorative 25.1
frame 25
traditional 22.5
gold 22.2
paper 21.2
flower 20.8
grunge 20.4
style 20
seamless 19.9
ornamental 19.9
outerwear 19.6
ornate 19.2
textile 17.1
religion 16.2
graphic 16.1
east 15.9
backdrop 15.7
golden 15.5
brown 15.5
silk 15.4
temple 15.2
oriental 15.1
architecture 14.9
culture 14.5
royal 14.5
door 14.3
leaf 14
elegant 13.7
wall 13.7
scroll 13.3
clothing 13.3
element 13.2
tiled 12.7
elegance 12.6
damask 12.5
creative 12.4
symbol 12.1
tile 12.1
swirl 12
renaissance 11.8
history 11.6
silhouette 11.6
craft 11.5
textured 11.4
curve 11.4
artistic 11.3
detail 11.3
classic 11.1
color 11.1
card 11.1
wood 10.9
border 10.8
plant 10.4
blank 10.3
branch 10
aged 10
orient 9.8
entrance 9.7
curl 9.5
tradition 9.2
foliage 9.2
travel 9.2
rough 9.1
dirty 9
shape 8.9
repeating 8.8
weave 8.8
baroque 8.8
leaves 8.8
building 8.7
rustic 8.6
label 8.5
modern 8.4
cover 8.3
fashion 8.3
material 8
interior 8
carved 7.8
carving 7.8
revival 7.8
middle 7.7
parchment 7.7
sculpture 7.7
decorate 7.6
painting 7.2
celebration 7.2
surface 7.1
binding 7.1

Google
created on 2019-08-23

Stole 95.5
Clothing 94.5
Brown 83.4
Shawl 83.3
Visual arts 78.6
Motif 72.1
Textile 70.4
Pattern 68.5
Rug 65.4
Beige 63.7
Fashion accessory 54.6
Paisley 51.6
Art 50.2

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-23

book 93.2
motif 79.2
furniture 76.3
rug 73.3
pattern 72.7
colored 10.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug

Clarifai

Clothing

AWS Rekognition

Rug 99.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-23

streetview architecture 95.4%
paintings art 4.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-08-23

a gold and blue rug 74.6%
a pair of blue rug 69.1%
a blue rug 69%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a piece of cloth with a design on the side of it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

a brown and black cloth with designs on it

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts an ancient textile fragment. The textile features intricate designs bordered by two narrow vertical panels on either side. The panels appear to have decorative motifs that include human figures, possibly warriors, and animals like horses. The central part of the textile is a plain brownish-yellow color, which shows signs of wear, discoloration, and some tearing. The decorative borders are designed in a contrasting dark color, adding a striking visual element to the piece. The overall design suggests it may be of cultural or historical significance, potentially reflecting the art and craftsmanship of the period it was created in.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

This image shows an aged, ornate textile piece with considerable wear. It consists of three distinct vertical panels. The central panel is plain and a faded golden-yellow color with visible damage and staining. This central panel is flanked on both sides by mirrored decorative panels, which are quite intricate. The decorative panels feature a dark blue or black background with gold or yellow designs. The designs depict a series of figures that appear to be human and animal, possibly engaged in various forms of activity or storytelling, situated among floral or foliage motifs. The figures seem to be in traditional or historical dress. A repeating patterned border frames these panels, also in the contrasting gold or yellow hue, consisting of a meandering or interlaced design. The combination of colors and design suggest the textile could be of historical and possibly cultural significance.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be a fragment of an ancient textile or fabric, likely from an Eastern or Middle Eastern origin. The piece features a striking decorative border pattern in black against a golden or tan background. The border design contains intricate repeating motifs including floral elements and stylized figures arranged in a vertical band. The pattern shows remarkable preservation despite its apparent age, with the contrast between the dark design and lighter background still quite clear. The textile appears to be made of silk or a similar fine material, and the craftsmanship suggests it was likely a high-quality piece, possibly from a larger garment or decorative hanging. The style and technique are reminiscent of medieval Islamic or Byzantine textile work.

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

This image appears to be an antique textile or fabric fragment. It features intricate decorative patterns and designs in black and gold colors. The patterns include floral motifs, as well as stylized animal and human figures. The overall aesthetic suggests this textile may have originated from a historical or cultural context, potentially central or eastern Asian in origin. The fragment appears weathered and worn, hinting at its age and history. The symmetrical layout and repeating patterns indicate this was likely part of a larger textile, such as a garment, tapestry or decorative panel.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a textile fragment, likely a piece of fabric or tapestry, characterized by its intricate design and rich colors. The dominant colors are gold and black, with the gold serving as the primary background and the black used for the detailed patterns and motifs.

Design and Patterns:

  • The textile features a central panel of solid gold color, flanked by two narrower panels adorned with black designs.
  • These designs include various figures, possibly human or mythological creatures, interspersed with floral elements and other decorative motifs.
  • The edges of the textile are frayed, suggesting it may be an antique or historical piece.

Context and Significance:

  • The image does not provide explicit context about the origin, age, or purpose of the textile.
  • However, based on its design and craftsmanship, it could be inferred that the textile holds cultural or historical significance.
  • It might have been used in religious ceremonies, as part of traditional attire, or as a decorative element in a historical setting.

Conclusion:

  • The image showcases a beautifully crafted textile with a unique blend of colors and designs.
  • Its historical and cultural significance are evident, although specific details about its origin and purpose remain unclear.
  • The textile serves as a testament to the artistic skills and craftsmanship of its creators, offering a glimpse into the past through its intricate patterns and motifs.

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

The image depicts a piece of fabric with a unique design, featuring a combination of tan and black colors. The fabric is rectangular in shape, with a rough texture that suggests it may be made of cotton or linen.

Design and Patterns:

  • The fabric has a central vertical stripe that runs down the middle, which is a darker shade of tan than the rest of the fabric.
  • On either side of the central stripe are two narrower vertical stripes, also in tan, that feature intricate black designs.
  • The designs on the outer stripes include:
    • Floral patterns
    • Animals (such as birds and deer)
    • Geometric shapes (such as triangles and circles)
  • The designs are densely packed and cover most of the surface area of the outer stripes.

Border and Edges:

  • The fabric has a simple border at the top and bottom, which is a thin line of black that runs along the edges of the fabric.
  • The edges of the fabric appear to be frayed or torn, suggesting that it may have been cut from a larger piece of fabric.

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain white color, which helps to highlight the details of the fabric.

Overall, the image suggests that the fabric is a unique and handmade piece, possibly from a cultural or historical context. The intricate designs and patterns on the fabric suggest a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a piece of textile fabric, possibly a tapestry or a wall hanging. The fabric is rectangular in shape and has a faded, aged appearance. The fabric is made of a woven material, possibly silk or cotton, and has a yellowish-brown color. The fabric has two vertical stripes on either side, which are black and have intricate designs and patterns. The designs on the stripes appear to be a combination of human figures, animals, and flowers. The fabric also has a few holes and tears, which suggest that it is an old and worn-out piece.

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

The image shows a piece of fabric that appears to be old and worn. The fabric is yellow, and it has two black borders on either side. The borders have intricate designs that appear to be embroidered. The designs on the borders include animals, flowers, and people. The fabric appears to be torn in some places, and it has some stains on it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-31

The image shows a piece of tan-colored fabric. Two vertical bands of dark blue run down either side of the fabric, featuring a pattern of stylized flowers, animals, and human figures. The central portion of the fabric is plain and shows signs of wear and discoloration. The bottom of the fabric has a darker blue section with a series of vertical lines. The fabric appears to be an antique or historical artifact.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-31

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image shows a fragment of ancient textile, likely a piece of fabric or a tapestry. It is rectangular and appears to be quite old, with visible wear and tear. The fabric is primarily a warm, tan/golden color, and it's decorated with dark, almost black, decorative borders.

Details:

  • Structure: The fabric seems to be woven, with visible irregularities and imperfections, suggesting it may be handwoven. There are prominent vertical stripes.
  • Decoration: The main decorative element consists of two wide, parallel borders running along the sides. These borders are filled with repeating motifs and stylized figures. They seem to include:
    • Figures of people, possibly warriors or rulers.
    • Figures riding elephants
    • Flowers
    • Animals.
    • Curved elements of a wave/swirl-like pattern.
  • Condition: The textile is damaged, with tears, holes, and discoloration visible. The central area is relatively plain in comparison to the decorative borders.
  • Color Palette: The dominant colors are tan and dark black. The aged appearance creates a sepia-toned look.

Possible Interpretations:

Given the style of the figures and the wear, it suggests this piece could be of archaeological or historical significance. The iconography could hint at the cultural or historical context of the textile's creation.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a piece of textile with intricate decorative patterns on either side of a central plain section. The fabric appears to be an ancient or historical piece, likely made of linen or a similar material. The central portion is a plain, undyed or lightly dyed beige or tan color, showing some signs of wear and age.

On either side of the central section, there are two vertical decorative bands. These bands are richly decorated with dark patterns, likely dyed in a deep blue or black color. The designs within these bands include various motifs such as stylized figures, possibly human or mythical, engaged in different activities. Some figures appear to be riding animals, possibly horses or mythical creatures. There are also floral and geometric patterns interspersed among the figures.

The overall design suggests that this textile could be a fragment of a larger garment or hanging, possibly from an ancient civilization known for its textile arts, such as the Coptic or Byzantine periods. The detailed craftsmanship and the use of symbolic imagery indicate that this piece might have had significant cultural or religious importance.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows a fragment of a textile, likely an ancient or historical piece. The fabric is primarily a warm, golden-brown color, and it features intricate patterns on the edges. The patterns are black and appear to be woven or embroidered, depicting a variety of figures and motifs.

On the left and right sides of the fabric, there are borders with repeating patterns. These borders include a series of stylized figures that seem to be engaged in various activities, possibly scenes from daily life, mythology, or religious narratives. The figures are accompanied by floral and geometric designs, adding to the complexity of the pattern.

The central part of the fabric appears to be plain, with no visible designs, which could indicate that it was used for a specific purpose, such as a border or a central panel of a larger textile structure. The edges of the fabric show some wear and tear, suggesting that it has been used or handled over time.

Overall, the textile seems to be a rich example of traditional craftsmanship, possibly from a specific cultural or historical context.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

This image depicts a fragment of a textile with intricate patterns and designs. The textile is primarily in shades of brown and black, showing signs of age and wear, with some areas appearing faded or damaged. The central part of the textile is a plain brown background, while the borders are decorated with detailed motifs.

The borders feature a series of repeating patterns, including floral designs, geometric shapes, and possibly human or animal figures. The designs are symmetrical, with the left and right sides mirroring each other. The edges of the textile are frayed, indicating that it is an ancient or vintage piece. The overall style suggests that it could be from a historical or cultural context, possibly used as a decorative or ceremonial item.