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Human Generated Data

Title

'Alam (finial ornament) for a Battle Standard. Inscribed in Arabic, "There is no God but God".

Date

17th century

People

-

Classification

Sculpture

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Edwin Binney, 3rd Collection of Turkish Art at the Harvard Art Museums, 1985.334

Human Generated Data

Title

'Alam (finial ornament) for a Battle Standard. Inscribed in Arabic, "There is no God but God".

Date

17th century

Classification

Sculpture

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, The Edwin Binney, 3rd Collection of Turkish Art at the Harvard Art Museums, 1985.334

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-01

Bronze 98.4
Symbol 59.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-18

no person 99.5
antique 99.1
ancient 98.1
brass 97.1
old 96.5
metalwork 96.3
retro 95.6
bronze 94.5
traditional 91.9
ornate 91.5
rusty 90.4
disjunct 90.1
art 89.7
conceptual 89.6
symbol 88.8
wood 87.8
travel 87.6
iron 87.2
gold 86.9
one 86.6

Imagga
created on 2018-04-18

weathercock 48.8
menorah 44.7
device 39.5
candlestick 38.7
fin 36.1
candelabrum 33.6
mechanical device 31.2
stabilizer 29
holder 26.3
old 23.7
mechanism 22.2
metal 21.7
spike 20.3
gold 18.9
object 18.3
lamp 17.4
decoration 16.7
sky 15.9
antique 15.8
equipment 15.8
light 15.4
sports equipment 15.3
architecture 15
golden 14.6
holding device 14.3
street 13.8
symbol 13.5
traditional 13.3
lantern 12.7
retro 12.3
design 11.8
religion 11.7
city 11.6
glass 11.4
decorative 10.9
vintage 10.7
silver 10.6
travel 10.6
iron 10.3
east 9.3
art 9.1
history 8.9
style 8.9
illumination 8.7
direction 8.6
culture 8.5
building 7.9
lamppost 7.9
holiday 7.9
urban 7.9
orthodox 7.8
lighting 7.7
jewelry 7.7
faith 7.7
cross 7.5
house 7.5
sign 7.5
classic 7.4
church 7.4

Google
created on 2018-04-18

metal 73.9
brass 64.3

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-18

candelabrum 93.5
key 29

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Female, 65.9%
Confused 0.1%
Sad 0.1%
Surprised 0.2%
Happy 0.2%
Disgusted 0.1%
Angry 0.1%
Calm 99.4%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Lamp

Clarifai

Sculpture

AWS Rekognition

Lamp 99.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-04-18

interior objects 56.8%
paintings art 42.9%
streetview architecture 0.2%
food drinks 0.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-04-18

a close up of a metal pole 59.4%
close up of a metal pole 54.1%
a metal pole 52%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a metal object with arabic calligraphy in arabic calligraphy

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

an old metal object with an arabic inscription

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-25

The image depicts an object that appears to be made of metal with a patina suggesting some age. It has a long, cylindrical handle that tapers slightly towards the middle and then bulges out again before connecting to a more complex, decorative element.

The top portion is a detailed, intricate cut-out with calligraphic forms, typically indicative of Arabic script, arranged within an ovular frame, which is surmounted by a small circular loop possibly for hanging or holding. The calligraphy might convey religious or significant cultural meanings. The design is symmetrical along a vertical axis and displays a masterful combination of geometric and free-flowing elements, common in Islamic art and artifacts.

Due to the object's characteristics and decorative script, it could possibly be a vintage artifact or a representation of Islamic cultural heritage, often used in religious or ceremonial contexts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-23

This image shows an Islamic finial or ornamental topper, likely made of brass or bronze. It features Arabic calligraphy in an artistic design within a teardrop or dome-shaped frame. The piece has a decorative stem with a bulbous middle section and appears to be an architectural or ceremonial element. The metal has developed a patina over time, giving it an aged, brownish-green appearance. This type of decorative element was commonly used to adorn religious buildings, standards, or ceremonial objects in Islamic art and architecture. The calligraphy appears to be writing "Allah" (God) in stylized Arabic script, which is a common motif in Islamic decorative arts.

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

The image depicts a brass or bronze religious symbol, likely from an Islamic or Middle Eastern cultural tradition. The central design features Arabic calligraphy of the name "Allah" enclosed within a spade-shaped frame. The overall form appears to be a decorative religious pendant or ornament, with a small stem or stem-like element at the bottom that may have been used for attachment or display. The object has an aged, weathered appearance, suggesting it is an antique or historical artifact.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-26

The image depicts an ornate, antique metal object with a distinctive design. The object is made of metal and features a teardrop-shaped top with a circular hole at the top, adorned with intricate calligraphy in Arabic script. The calligraphy is rendered in a flowing, cursive style, with the letters intertwined and overlapping each other. The metal has a warm, golden patina, suggesting that it is made of brass or bronze. The object is set against a plain gray background, which helps to highlight its intricate details. Overall, the image presents a beautiful and elegant example of Islamic art and craftsmanship.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image depicts an antique key with a unique design, featuring Arabic calligraphy and a crescent moon at the top. The key is made of metal, likely bronze or brass, and has a weathered appearance, indicating its age.

  • The key has a distinctive shape, with a long handle and a large, ornate head.
    • The handle is thick and cylindrical, with a rounded end that fits into a lock.
    • The head of the key is shaped like a teardrop, with a pointed end and a curved top.
  • The key features Arabic calligraphy, which is a style of writing that originated in the Middle East and North Africa.
    • The calligraphy is intricate and detailed, with curved lines and flourishes that add to the key's ornate design.
    • The text appears to be a quote or phrase from the Quran, the holy book of Islam.
  • A crescent moon is visible at the top of the key, which is a symbol of Islam and is often used in Islamic art and architecture.
    • The crescent moon is depicted in a stylized manner, with curved lines and a pointed end.
    • The crescent moon is surrounded by a circle, which adds to the key's symmetry and balance.

Overall, the image showcases a beautifully crafted antique key with a unique blend of Islamic art and architecture. The key's design and materials suggest that it may have been created in the Middle East or North Africa during the Ottoman Empire (1299-1922).

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-27

The image shows a bronze object with intricate designs. The object is a pole with a round top that has a crescent moon and a star design. The crescent moon and star design is a symbol of Islam. The pole has a cylindrical shape and is attached to the round top. The round top has Arabic calligraphy on it. The pole is made of bronze and has a brownish color.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-27

The image showcases a brass object, possibly a finial or a decorative element, displayed against a plain white background. The object features an intricate design, with a central circular element and an ornate pattern that includes Arabic calligraphy. The calligraphy is beautifully rendered in a flowing script, with the letters "N" and "M" prominently displayed. The overall design is symmetrical, with the circular element at the center and the pattern extending outwards. The brass object has a dark, aged patina, suggesting it is an antique piece.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a bronze or brass object, likely a decorative element or a top piece from a larger structure. The object has an ornate and possibly religious significance.

Detailed Description:

  • Shape and Structure: The piece is symmetrical, with a teardrop-shaped upper section. A circular element sits at the top. The middle features Arabic calligraphy. Below the teardrop is a stem with decorative bulges.
  • Design Elements:
    • Upper Section: The teardrop shape is filled with intricate Arabic calligraphy. The letters are rendered with loops and curves, creating a visually complex design. Above the teardrop is a crescent moon shape.
    • Stem: The stem is a series of segmented shapes. The stem includes a cylindrical base and a bulbous center.
  • Material and Condition: The object has a weathered appearance, suggesting that it is aged. The color is a dark brass or bronze, with some signs of oxidation and possibly verdigris (greenish patina).
  • Background: The background is a simple, neutral, light gray. The simple background emphasizes the object's form and details.

Possible Interpretation:

Based on the shape and calligraphy, this object is likely a religious artifact of some sort and probably comes from an Islamic religious building. It might be an element from the top of a minaret, a finial, or a decorative element of some other kind.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-26

The image shows a metal artifact, likely bronze or brass, consisting of two distinct parts: an upper decorative section and a lower mounting or handle section.

The upper section is shaped like an ornate teardrop with intricate openwork calligraphy within. The calligraphy is Arabic, featuring stylized representations of script. A crescent moon symbol tops the teardrop shape.

The lower section features a cylindrical form with a bulbous protrusion near the top, gradually tapering down to a slightly wider base. There are visible signs of tarnish and oxidation throughout the artifact, giving it an aged appearance. The background is a plain, light grey or white, providing a neutral backdrop for the object.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an ornate, metallic finial with intricate Arabic calligraphy. The calligraphy is cut out in an openwork design, forming the phrase "Muhammad Rasul Allah," which translates to "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah." This phrase is a significant part of the Islamic declaration of faith. The finial has a rounded, bulbous base and a narrower, cylindrical stem, topped with a decorative element that includes a crescent moon, a symbol often associated with Islam. The metal appears to be bronze or brass, showing signs of age and patina, which adds to its historical and cultural significance. This type of finial is often found on Islamic architectural elements, such as minarets or domes, or on ceremonial objects.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

The image depicts an ornate, ancient-looking metal object that appears to be a ceremonial artifact. The object is tall and slender, with a round, eye-like opening at the top. From this opening, a decorative, symmetrical design is suspended, consisting of intertwined loops and curves that form a stylized, possibly geometric or symbolic pattern. The metal has a patina, indicating age and wear, with areas where the patina is more pronounced, showing a darker tone. The lower part of the object is cylindrical with a flared base, giving it a balance and stability. The craftsmanship suggests it could be an artifact from a historical or cultural context, possibly used for religious or ceremonial purposes.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

This image depicts an ornate metallic object with intricate design elements, likely a decorative or ceremonial item. The object is composed of two main sections: a lower base and an upper circular disc.

  1. Base Section:

    • The base is a cylindrical shape with a slightly flared top and a narrower bottom.
    • It has a textured surface, possibly indicating age or intentional distressing.
    • The material appears to be bronze or a similar metal, given its color and patina.
  2. Circular Disc:

    • The upper section is a circular disc with a cut-out design.
    • The cut-out features a script or calligraphic style, possibly representing Arabic or Islamic script.
    • The script includes a prominent "M" and other characters that are artistically intertwined.
    • The disc is attached to the base with a vertical stem that has a rounded top, resembling a loop or a ring.

The overall design suggests that this object could be a finial, a decorative piece used to adorn the top of a pole, flagstaff, or other vertical structures. The intricate script and the use of metal indicate that it may have cultural or religious significance.

Text analysis

Amazon

A
HN