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Human Generated Data

Title

Incense burner in the form of a lion

Date

15th century

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Friends of the Fogg Art Museum Fund, 1964.44

Human Generated Data

Title

Incense burner in the form of a lion

Date

15th century

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Friends of the Fogg Art Museum Fund, 1964.44

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-06

Figurine 97.6
Sculpture 91.3
Art 91.3
Bronze 89.6
Statue 89.4

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-19

sculpture 99.4
mammal 99.1
no person 98.6
museum 98.3
dinosaur 97.6
prehistoric 97.5
reptile 97.2
statue 95.8
art 95.3
animal 94.3
one 93.6
lion 93.1
paleontology 92.4
figurine 91.7
side view 91.3
toy 90.2
two 88.6
monster 88.6
teeth 87.9
illustration 86.1

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

statue 76.5
sculpture 51.5
carving 32.4
art 25
ancient 20.8
plastic art 20
culture 18.8
monument 17.7
object 17.6
bronze 16.9
history 16.1
old 15.3
camel 15.3
figure 14.3
travel 12.7
religion 12.5
architecture 12.5
god 12.4
antique 11.9
tourism 11.5
dog 11.4
male 11.3
religious 11.2
domestic animal 11.2
3d 10.8
dragon 10.8
metal 10.5
render 10.4
historical 10.4
decoration 10.3
brown 10.3
man 10.1
museum 10
animal 9.6
sky 9.6
historic 9.2
traditional 9.1
figurine 8.8
device 8.7
desert 8.7
sitting 8.6
face 8.5
stone 8.5
head 8.4
landmark 8.1
fantasy 8.1
canine 8.1
water 8
chain 7.6
horse 7.6
silhouette 7.4
symbol 7.4
gold 7.4
peace 7.3

Google
created on 2018-04-19

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-19

reptile 94.2
animal 93.9
dinosaur 89.2
outdoor 86.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Sculpture

Clarifai

Sculpture 66.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

pets animals 99.2%
paintings art 0.5%
nature landscape 0.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-04-19

a close up of a dinosaur 90.4%
a dinosaur with its mouth open 86.6%
close up of a dinosaur 86.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a statue of a horse with a long neck and a long neck

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

a bronze statue of a horse with a long tail

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-26

The image displays a freestanding sculpture of a mythological beast that appears to combine elements from various animals. The creature is portrayed in an upright, anthropomorphic pose with its hind legs on the ground, resembling those of a hooved animal, and its front limbs raised as though gesturing with one 'hand'. Its body is adorned with what looks like a patterned blanket or armor, featuring round perforations along the edges.

The head of the beast is fantastical, featuring large, exaggerated ears, prominent brows, and a fierce expression with mouth agape, exposing pointed teeth and a protruding tongue. The nose is broad and flat, and there may be horns or a decorative curl embellishing the top of the head.

The sculpture's surface shows a patina that suggests age and the material appears to be metal, possibly bronze, with varying coloring ranging from darker brown areas to spots with green verdigris, indicating oxidization over time.

The artwork seems to combine stylistic elements that could be indicative of a particular cultural origin or period, possibly Asian, and may represent a creature from local mythology or folklore.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This is an ancient bronze or metal sculpture of what appears to be a mythical creature or aquamanile (a vessel used for hand-washing) in the form of a horse-like beast with distinctive features. The piece has a dark patina and shows signs of age. The creature has an exaggerated, fierce-looking head with an open mouth, and its neck is decorated with a pattern of small holes or perforations arranged in rows. The body is robust and stylized, with strong legs and defined musculature. The overall design suggests it may be from medieval times or an early historical period, and it combines decorative and functional elements in its construction. The sculpture appears to be well-preserved despite its age, showing the craftsmanship of ancient metalworking techniques.

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

The image shows a small, ancient-looking wooden statue of a horse-like creature. The creature has a long neck, a large open mouth with visible teeth, and intricate patterns carved all over its body. The statue appears to be weathered and aged, with a dark, textured surface. The overall impression is of a mythical, fantastical animal, perhaps a representation of a dragon or other legendary creature.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, likely a dragon or a similar mythical being. The creature is depicted in a standing position, with its head turned to the left and its mouth open, revealing sharp teeth. Its body is adorned with intricate designs and patterns, including a series of holes along its neck and back.

The creature's legs are positioned in a way that suggests it is about to move or jump, giving the impression of dynamic energy. The overall design of the sculpture is highly detailed and ornate, with a focus on showcasing the creature's mythical and fantastical nature.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the sculpture and create a sense of contrast between the dark bronze and the light background. Overall, the image presents a striking and visually appealing representation of a mythical creature, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of the artist who created it.

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

The image features a bronze statue of a mythical creature, likely a lion or a dragon, with its mouth open and tongue out. The creature has a long neck and a short tail, and its body is adorned with holes that may have been used for decorative purposes or to hold something. The statue appears to be made of bronze and has a dark brown patina, suggesting it is quite old.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the statue. Overall, the image presents a striking and mysterious figure, inviting the viewer to ponder its origins and significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image features a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, likely a lion, with a detailed and intricate design. The creature has a fierce expression, with its mouth open and tongue sticking out, giving the impression of a roar. Its body is covered in a series of small holes, which could be part of its decorative pattern or a symbolic representation of its breath. The creature's front legs are raised, and its right paw is extended forward, while its left paw is raised in a gesture of protection or defense. The sculpture is standing on a white background, which highlights its intricate design and the details of its body.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image depicts a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, possibly a dragon or a lion, standing on a white surface. The creature has a long neck, a large head with a long snout, and a long tail. It also has a large, round belly and a pair of legs with hooves. The creature's body is covered in intricate designs, including a large, circular design on its belly. The creature's mouth is open, and it appears to be roaring.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, a type of griffin or lion-like creature. The sculpture stands on four legs with hooved feet and a thick, rounded body. The creature has a long neck adorned with a row of small holes that appear decorative. Its head is leonine, with an open mouth and tongue protruding. Small horns protrude from its head.

The creature has one front leg raised as if in a gesture. The sculpture has a hollow back creating a sort of open vessel shape. The bronze is a dark color, with some green oxidation in places, suggesting age or exposure to the elements. The background is a plain, light grey.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, likely a composite of different animal characteristics. It has a distinct presence, with an aged patina and intricate details.

Detailed Description:

  • Creature Form: The sculpture appears to be a creature with a feline or canine-like head. It has a long, elegant neck with decorative elements, perhaps a stylized mane. Its body seems to blend with the form of a horse or other four-legged animal.
  • Head: The head features a snout with an open mouth, a protruding tongue, and what appear to be horns or ear-like protrusions. The eyes are possibly closed or downcast.
  • Body: The body is plump with curves. There's a significant hole in the back, suggesting that the sculpture might have served a functional purpose, like a container or incense burner. The legs are sturdy and end in cloven hooves.
  • Details: The sculpture exhibits detailed craftsmanship. There are decorative bands of holes around the neck. Traces of intricate patterns (possibly floral) are etched into the body's surface.
  • Material & Color: The sculpture is made of bronze, which has developed a dark patina, giving it an aged appearance. This is punctuated by some areas with hints of green, which are typical of bronze oxidation.

Style & Context:

The style suggests this is a piece with a degree of artistic and cultural significance. Its age is evident in the patina, and its intricate detail indicates a level of skill. It might be a part of a museum collection or a valuable piece of art.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image depicts a bronze sculpture of a mythical creature, which appears to be a type of lion or lion-like figure, often referred to as a "Foo Dog" or "Fu Dog" in Chinese culture. These creatures are traditionally guardian lions that are believed to protect buildings from harmful spiritual influences.

Key features of the sculpture include:

  1. Head and Face: The creature has a fierce expression with an open mouth displaying sharp teeth, and a prominent, curved tongue sticking out. The eyes are bulging, and the ears are rounded and erect.

  2. Body: The body is robust and muscular, with intricate detailing. The chest area has a decorative pattern, possibly floral or cloud-like designs, which are common in traditional Chinese art.

  3. Posture: The creature is standing on all four legs, with one front paw raised, holding what appears to be a small object or possibly a cub. This posture is typical of guardian lions, symbolizing protection and strength.

  4. Tail and Back: The tail is curled upwards and rests on the creature's back. The back and sides have perforations, which might be for aesthetic purposes or to allow smoke to escape if the sculpture were used as an incense burner.

  5. Material and Finish: The sculpture is made of bronze, with a dark patina that suggests age and possibly ritual use. The surface shows signs of wear and oxidation, adding to its antique appearance.

Overall, this sculpture is a fine example of traditional Chinese art, likely used for decorative or ritual purposes in a temple or household setting.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-08-01

This is an intricately designed bronze figure that appears to be a mythical creature, possibly a chimera or a lion-dragon hybrid. The figure has the body of a lion with a detailed mane and a long, curved neck. The mouth is open, revealing sharp teeth and a protruding tongue, giving it a fierce expression. The creature's body is adorned with decorative patterns and small circular perforations along its back. The front left leg is raised, and it has a large, hollow opening on its side, suggesting it may have been used as a vessel or an incense burner. The craftsmanship is detailed, with visible textures and patina on the surface, indicating its age and historical significance.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-08-01

The image shows a bronze statue of a mythical creature, possibly a mythical beast or a stylized lion. The creature has a dog-like head with sharp teeth and an open mouth, giving it a fierce and alert expression. The body is elongated with a dragon-like spine, covered in small holes or perforations. The creature's front legs are raised, and it appears to be in a dynamic, almost leaping pose. The back legs are firmly planted on the ground, suggesting movement and strength. The surface of the bronze has a dark, patinated finish with some areas showing greenish patina, indicating age and exposure to the elements. The design and craftsmanship suggest it is an artifact from a historical or cultural context, possibly ceremonial or decorative in nature.