Human Generated Data

Title

Katar (Punch-Dagger)

Date

18th-19th century

People

-

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Edwin L. Beckwith, 1959.203

Human Generated Data

Title

Katar (Punch-Dagger)

Date

18th-19th century

Classification

Weapons and Ammunition

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Edwin L. Beckwith, 1959.203

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-08-20

Weapon 93.4
Weaponry 93.4
Blade 92.2
Knife 76.7
Buckle 71
Bronze 62.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

art 96.9
steel 96.4
vintage 94.6
studio 93.2
gold 91.9
illustration 89.9
abstract 87.5
metalwork 87.2
old 87.2
iron 86.9
metallic 86.9
retro 86.8
still life 86.6
no person 85.9
design 85.3
girl 83.9
stainless steel 83
desktop 82.6
wall 81.7
vector 81.5

Imagga
created on 2022-08-20

fastener 56.9
hair slide 53.9
clip 41.4
restraint 38.5
metal 29
silver 28.3
device 24.9
crown 24.6
fashion 21.9
object 21.2
decoration 21.1
pendant 20.7
luxury 20.6
gold 18.1
crown jewels 17.6
shiny 17.4
gem 16.7
close 16.5
jewelry 15.6
safety pin 15.5
chain 15.4
pin 15.1
gift 14.6
diamond 14.5
jewel 14.5
precious 13.6
accessory 13.4
ring 13.2
buckle 13
golden 12.9
accessories 12.6
bangle 12
necklace 12
style 11.9
jewelery 11.8
adornment 11.1
bolo tie 10.8
steel 10.6
design 10.1
platinum 9.8
equipment 9.8
sign 9.8
stones 9.5
empty 9.4
symbol 9.4
paper 9.4
elegance 9.2
shape 8.9
regalia 8.8
closeup 8.8
necktie 8.7
blank 8.6
business 8.5
old 8.4
metallic 8.3
hook 8
love 7.9
instrument 7.9
black 7.8
engagement 7.7
personal 7.6
stone 7.6
cross 7.5
wood 7.5
knot 7.5
feminine 7.5
antique 7.4
wedding 7.4
present 7.3
valentine 7.3
art 7.2

Google
created on 2022-08-20

Rectangle 75.8
Metal 70.4
Jewellery 69.2
Font 68.2
Fashion accessory 67.2
Nickel 67
Blade 64.7
Titanium 63.3
Steel 59.2
Dagger 56.2
Art 55.2
Symbol 54
Visual arts 53.6
Brass 53.4
Symmetry 52.7
Earrings 51.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-08-20

Color Analysis

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-08-20

a close up of a knife 57.9%
close up of a knife 55.3%
a knife on a table 41.7%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a knife - like object with a long blade -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This is an ornate weapon known as a "katar," a traditional Indian push dagger. The katar is characterized by its H-shaped horizontal handgrip, which allows the user's hand to be close to the blade for better control and force during striking. The steel blade is double-edged and tapers to a sharp point, suitable for piercing. In this image, the blade features grooves for structural reinforcement and aesthetic detail, and the handle is decorated with intricate gold detailing, including floral motifs and patterns. The overall design showcases a combination of both functionality and artistry, typical of historical weapons from the Indian subcontinent.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows an intricately designed Indian katar, a type of push dagger. This dagger features a double-edged blade with a pointed tip. The hilt of the katar is elaborately decorated with gold accents, showcasing a surface pattern that includes geometric shapes and floral motifs. The blade has several grooves and a central ridge. The hilt is designed with a crossbar handle, which is a key characteristic of a katar, allowing the user to grip it securely. This weapon combines both functionality and artistry, highlighting traditional Indian craftsmanship.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows an ornate dagger or knife. The blade appears to be made of metal, with a worn and aged appearance. The handle of the dagger is decorated with a pattern of gold or brass-colored designs, possibly floral or geometric in nature. The overall shape and design of the dagger suggest it may be an antique or historical weapon.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This appears to be an antique or ornate pair of scissors. The scissors have decorative gold detailing along the handles, with a dotted or beaded pattern. The blades appear to be made of steel or another metal with a silvery finish. The design suggests these may be ceremonial or decorative scissors rather than purely functional ones, possibly dating from an earlier historical period. The craftsmanship shows attention to detail in both the practical cutting elements and the aesthetic embellishments.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a sword with an ornate hilt, featuring a long, slender blade and a decorative handle. The blade is pointed at the tip and has a flat edge along its length, while the hilt is made of metal and adorned with intricate designs and patterns. The hilt is also decorated with gold accents, adding to its luxurious appearance.

  • Blade:
    • The blade is long and slender, with a pointed tip.
    • It has a flat edge along its length.
    • The blade appears to be made of metal, possibly steel or iron.
  • Hilt:
    • The hilt is made of metal, likely the same material as the blade.
    • It is decorated with intricate designs and patterns, which may be made of gold or another precious metal.
    • The hilt is shaped to fit comfortably in the hand, with a curved grip and a prominent pommel at the end.
  • Ornamentation:
    • The hilt is adorned with gold accents, which add to its luxurious appearance.
    • The gold accents are applied in a decorative pattern, possibly featuring floral or geometric motifs.
    • The overall effect is one of opulence and sophistication, suggesting that the sword was intended for ceremonial or display purposes rather than combat.

In summary, the image shows a sword with a long, slender blade and an ornate hilt, decorated with gold accents and intricate designs. The sword appears to be made of metal and is likely intended for ceremonial or display purposes rather than combat.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a knife with an ornate handle, featuring a long, thin blade and a decorative hilt. The blade is made of metal and has a pointed tip, while the hilt is adorned with intricate designs and patterns. The knife appears to be a ceremonial or decorative piece, rather than a functional tool for cutting or chopping. Overall, the image showcases a unique and beautifully crafted knife that highlights the artistry and craftsmanship of its creator.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a medieval sword with a gold-colored handle and a black blade. The handle has a diamond-shaped design with a gold-colored border. The blade has a silver color and a wavy design. The sword is placed on a gray surface, probably a wall. The sword has a shiny surface, and the handle is shiny as well. The sword has a golden-colored design on the handle.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a sword that is placed on a gray background. The sword is made of silver and gold. The sword has a long, curved blade with a pointed tip. The blade is decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The handle of the sword is made of gold and has a decorative design. The sword is placed on a stand that is also made of gold.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image shows a close-up, overhead shot of an ornate weapon, likely a dagger or short sword. The object is placed on a neutral gray or light-colored surface.

The weapon features a spear-shaped blade that is metallic gray with a slightly rough texture. The blade has a central spine and two long grooves running down the center on either side.

The handle is a striking contrast, with a dark, likely black or very dark brown, frame decorated with golden floral or foliate designs. The handle has two parallel bars connected by two vertical supports, creating a space for the user's hand. The gold accents are intricate and appear to be inlaid or applied with great detail.

The overall design of the weapon suggests a high level of craftsmanship and possibly a ceremonial or decorative purpose. The juxtaposition of the sharp, functional blade with the ornate handle creates a sense of luxury and power.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here is a description of the image:

The image showcases an ornate dagger or short sword. The blade is spear-shaped with a central ridge and etched lines, appearing slightly aged. The handle is a unique design, with a rectangular frame connected to the blade, adorned with a detailed floral pattern. The frame is primarily dark in color, possibly a dark metal or wood, with golden floral embellishments. Two ornate, curved supports are within the frame, also decorated with gold floral designs. The background is a plain, light gray, allowing the intricate details of the weapon to stand out.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a historical weapon, specifically a type of dagger or short sword with an ornate design. The blade is triangular and features a series of parallel grooves running along its length, which likely serve to lighten the weapon and enhance its aerodynamics. The blade appears to be made of metal, showing signs of aging and patina, which suggests it is quite old.

The hilt of the weapon is particularly striking, featuring a split design with two parallel arms extending from the blade. These arms are intricately decorated with gold inlay, showcasing detailed patterns and motifs. The central section of the hilt includes two prominent, ornate knobs, also adorned with gold inlay, which likely serve as both decorative elements and functional grips.

The overall craftsmanship suggests that this weapon was not only functional but also had significant ceremonial or symbolic value. The detailed gold work indicates that it was likely owned by someone of high status or used in important ceremonies or rituals.