Human Generated Data

Title

Dastana (Vambrace)

Date

19th century

People

-

Classification

Armor

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Edwin L. Beckwith, 1959.199.A

Human Generated Data

Title

Dastana (Vambrace)

Date

19th century

Classification

Armor

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Edwin L. Beckwith, 1959.199.A

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-18

Weapon 91.7
Ammunition 91.7
Weaponry 91.7
Bottle 68.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

no person 99.8
two 97.9
steel 97.7
retro 97.1
military 95.3
iron 95
old 94.2
antique 94.1
monochrome 93.9
rusty 93.8
war 91.9
brass 88.9
ancient 88.5
glazed 88.2
weapon 88.1
ammunition 87.5
monochromatic 86.4
vintage 86.2
isolated 85.1
classic 84.9

Imagga
created on 2022-06-18

shell 100
lipstick 19.2
glass 17.9
makeup 17.7
color 15.6
close 15.4
object 15.4
yellow 15.2
make 14.5
cosmetic 14.3
objects 13
alcohol 12.9
bottle 12.9
fashion 12.8
saltshaker 11.9
brown 11.8
gold 11.5
closeup 11.4
container 11.1
drink 10.8
black 10.8
reflection 10.5
shaker 10.4
paint 9.9
shoes 9.6
liquid 9.6
celebration 9.6
shiny 9.5
tool 9.1
beverage 9
metal 8.8
light 8.7
colorful 8.6
bright 8.6
two 8.5
pink 8.4
style 8.2
food 7.8
cold 7.7
foot 7.6
bubbles 7.6
still life 7.6
elegance 7.5
care 7.4
transparent 7.2

Google
created on 2022-06-18

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-18

projectile 96.8
bullet 94
weapon 88
black and white 87.5
black 77.2
plant 57.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bullet

Clarifai

Pen
Bottle

AWS Rekognition

Bullet 91.7%

AWS Rekognition

Bullet 73.5%

Clarifai

Pen 67%

Clarifai

Bottle 36.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-18

food drinks 74.9%
streetview architecture 22.8%
interior objects 1.1%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a pair of shoes with a metal case

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

two large metal objects with a hole in the middle

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This black-and-white image depicts a pair of intricately designed arm guards, likely armor pieces, made of metal. They are elongated and curved to fit around the forearm, with a central ridge that gives them a pointed appearance at the top. The surfaces are decorated with elaborate patterns, possibly floral or geometric, consistent with fine craftsmanship. The piece on the left shows the interior, revealing a less ornate finish, while the piece on the right displays the exterior, with its ornate design and detailed embossing. These arm guards feature rivets at the edges, suggesting secure attachment or reinforcement. The design hints at a historical origin, potentially from a region with a rich tradition of decorative armor, such as the Middle East or South Asia.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a pair of medieval or early modern metal armor leg guards or greaves. They are standing upright against a plain background. The greaves have a symmetrical, elongated shape and are tapering towards the top. Both pieces are ornately decorated with intricate patterns and designs.

The greave on the right shows its outward-facing side, displaying a more detailed design with a central embossed pattern surrounded by ornate borders. It has a pointed top and the designs suggest influences consistent with Central Asian or Middle Eastern metalwork.

The greave on the left shows its inner and partially side-facing view, revealing the interior side as well as the back. Its embellishments are similar to the right greave but less visible due to the angle.

Both pieces are adorned with riveted borders, suggesting the method used to attach and secure any lining or additional elements to the metal guard. The overall craftsmanship indicates skilled metalwork, possibly for decorative as well as protective purposes.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows two ornate metal objects, likely armor or weaponry from a historical period. The object on the left appears to be a metal sheath or scabbard, with a pointed, tapered shape and decorative patterns engraved on the surface. The object on the right is a metal helmet or headpiece, with a rounded, domed shape and more intricate, patterned decoration covering the surface. Both items have a weathered, aged appearance, suggesting they are antique or historical artifacts.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This black and white image shows two medieval greaves, which are pieces of armor worn to protect the lower legs. These particular greaves appear to be made of metal and feature an elongated, curved shape that would conform to the contours of the shin and calf. They have decorative etched or engraved patterns around their borders, and what appears to be some ornamental designs in rectangular panels on their surfaces. The greaves are photographed against a plain background, highlighting their craftsmanship and historical significance. These pieces of armor would have been an important part of a knight's or warrior's protective equipment during medieval times.

Meta Llama

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

The image features a pair of ornate, antique metal objects, likely armor pieces, against a white background.

The object on the left is open, revealing its interior, while the one on the right is closed, showcasing its exterior. Both pieces are made of metal and feature intricate designs, with the exterior piece displaying a decorative pattern at the top and a small, oval-shaped indentation at the bottom. The interior piece has a similar design at the top, but its bottom is open, revealing a hollow interior. The objects are positioned side by side, with the interior piece on the left and the exterior piece on the right. The background is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the objects.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a pair of ornate, metal objects, possibly armor pieces, with intricate designs and patterns etched into their surfaces. The objects are positioned side by side, with one standing upright and the other lying on its side, revealing its interior. The objects feature a pointed top and a flat bottom, with a cylindrical shape in between. They are adorned with various patterns, including floral motifs and geometric shapes, which are likely etched or engraved into the metal. The objects appear to be made of a dark-colored metal, possibly steel or iron, and have a weathered or aged appearance, suggesting that they may be historical artifacts or replicas of ancient armor pieces. Overall, the image presents a detailed and visually striking representation of these metal objects, showcasing their craftsmanship and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows two metal objects, probably armor, displayed on a white background. The object on the left is a helmet with a pointed top and a curved bottom. The object on the right is a breastplate with a pointed top and a curved bottom. Both objects have intricate designs on their surfaces. The breastplate has a decorative design on its front, while the helmet has a design on its back. The objects appear to be made of silver.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows two antique objects, possibly made of metal, placed side by side on a white surface. The object on the left has a pointed top and a rectangular bottom. The object on the right has a pointed top and a curved bottom. Both objects have intricate designs on their surfaces, with small dots and lines. The objects are probably displayed in a museum or a gallery.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-08

The black and white photograph features a pair of elaborately decorated, vintage metal armguards. One is slightly angled to the left and opened, showcasing its inner structure. The other armguard is closed and positioned upright, displaying its ornate design. Both pieces share a similar aesthetic, characterized by intricate carvings and embellishments, likely reflecting a historical or cultural origin. The background is a neutral tone, providing a stark contrast that accentuates the detailed metalwork.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-08

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph featuring two pieces of what appear to be metal armor. They are likely elements of leg protection, possibly greaves.

  • Left Item: This is a hollow, open container shape with a long, pointed, somewhat rounded top. The lower part is a cylindrical shape, and it's likely where the leg would go. The cylindrical portion features detailed decorative patterns around the edges, giving it a touch of elegance.
  • Right Item: This piece is similar in shape but has a more solid, enclosed design. It has a similar pointed top and long, slightly curved shape. It also features intricate decorative patterns. The patterns are more concentrated on the upper and lower edges, and the top has an additional ornate design.

Both pieces are metallic and seem to have a slightly weathered appearance, adding to the impression of historical artifacts. The photograph is well-lit, allowing for details to be seen on the textured surface.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts two pieces of historical armor, specifically greaves, which are protective coverings for the legs. These greaves appear to be made of metal and feature intricate engravings and designs.

  1. Left Greave:

    • The left greave is shown in a side view.
    • It has a pointed top, which would cover the knee area.
    • The bottom part of the greave is cylindrical and appears to be designed to fit around the lower leg.
    • There is a hinge mechanism on the side, suggesting that it can be opened and closed to fit around the leg.
    • The lower edge of the greave is adorned with a row of rivets.
    • The surface of the greave is decorated with detailed patterns and designs, particularly around the middle section.
  2. Right Greave:

    • The right greave is shown in a front view.
    • It also has a pointed top to cover the knee.
    • The front of the greave features elaborate engravings, including a prominent design resembling a stylized face or mask in the center.
    • The edges of the greave are bordered with intricate patterns.
    • The lower edge is similarly adorned with a row of rivets.

Both greaves exhibit signs of wear and age, indicating they are likely historical artifacts. The craftsmanship and detailing suggest they were made with considerable skill and artistry, possibly for ceremonial or high-status use.

Qwen

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

The image shows two ornate metal objects that appear to be historical armor components. Both items are cylindrical in shape and have a pointed end. The object on the right is decorated with intricate patterns and has a circular opening near the pointed end, suggesting it might be a type of gauntlet or part of a larger armor set. The object on the left is simpler in design, with a more uniform texture and a cylindrical shape that tapers slightly towards the end. Both items seem to be made of metal, possibly iron or steel, and have a historical or cultural significance, as indicated by the detailed design on the right object. The background is plain white, which emphasizes the objects and their details.

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

This image shows two medieval-style metal shields, likely of European origin, displayed against a plain background.

The shield on the left is positioned facing the viewer, revealing its concave, bowl-like interior. The edges and rim of the shield appear worn and weathered, with some visible damage and discoloration. The lower section of the shield features intricate decorative patterns with engraved or embossed designs that resemble floral or geometric motifs. The craftsmanship suggests a blend of functionality and aesthetics, potentially indicating a ceremonial or high-status use alongside practical protection.

The shield on the right is positioned face-forward, showing its smooth, convex exterior. The upper edge features an ornamental design with a pointed shape that resembles a leaf or arrowhead, accented by engravings. Below this design, the surface has a glossy finish that reflects light, suggesting polished metal. The lower edge of this shield also displays similar detailed patterns as the first shield, emphasizing artistic attention to detail. Both shields seem to be made of metal, likely steel or iron, and exhibit characteristics of medieval armor used by knights or warriors.

Overall, the image highlights the artistry and historical craftsmanship of these shields, which are not only tools of defense but also symbols of status and artistry from a bygone era.