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Human Generated Data

Title

Effigy vessel in the shape of an owl

Date

c. 1200-1400

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Goodman, 1962.184

Human Generated Data

Title

Effigy vessel in the shape of an owl

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

c. 1200-1400

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Goodman, 1962.184

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2024-01-04

Pottery 100
Jar 99.9
Archaeology 99.8
Vase 99.8
Jug 75.4
Ammunition 58.8
Grenade 58.8
Weapon 58.8
Cookware 56.9
Pot 56.9
Person 56.9
Urn 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2024-01-04

pottery 99.9
no person 99.9
clay 99.8
art 99.5
ancient 99.5
archaeology 98.6
antique 98.3
sculpture 98.3
handmade 98
earthenware 97.5
old 97
prehistoric 97
retro 96.2
craft 96.2
vase 96
one 95.4
painting 95.4
arts and crafts 95
traditional 94.7
urn 93.6
Sculpture 51.2

Imagga
created on 2024-01-04

earthenware 90.9
ceramic ware 72.1
vessel 53.7
utensil 52
container 47.1
pitcher 44.3
vase 41.3
jar 31.1
object 17.6
traditional 17.5
old 17.4
brown 16.9
decoration 16.6
china 15.7
close 14.8
art 14.5
antique 14.3
pottery 13.5
food 13.3
ancient 13
jug 12.1
porcelain 12.1
bottle 11.3
drink 10.9
ceramic 10.7
retro 10.7
decorative 10
vintage 9.9
handle 9.6
craft 9.5
culture 9.4
pot 8.9
clay 8.8
yellow 8.6
glass 8.6
closeup 8.1
natural 8
holiday 7.9
vegetable 7.7
symbol 7.4
bread 7.4
tradition 7.4
fruit 7.3
dirty 7.2
history 7.2
agriculture 7

Google
created on 2024-01-04

Serveware 86.5
Porcelain 83
Creative arts 82.9
Pottery 82.5
Artifact 82.4
Wood 80.6
Art 79.4
earthenware 78.3
Vase 77.4
Natural material 75.3
Ceramic 73.9
Dishware 69.6
Glass 67.2
Clay 65.2
Rock 64.5
Tableware 64.2
Carving 62.7
Antique 62.3
Still life photography 57.8
Carmine 57.3

Microsoft
created on 2024-01-04

ceramic ware 89.8
stoneware 82.5
art 69.1
statue 67.4
vase 57.4
vessel 50.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Grenade
Person
Grenade 58.8%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 55.5%
paintings art 41.3%
pets animals 2.7%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a vase with a bird on it -100%
an ancient vase with a man and woman on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image shows a pottery vessel that appears to be crafted in the shape of a bird, likely a hawk or eagle, with a curved beak protruding prominently at the top. The vessel has a bulbous body and features painted decorations in earthy tones of red and black. These painted designs seem to outline and highlight features of the bird, such as its wings and facial details, in a stylized manner. The material has a weathered and rustic appearance, suggesting it is an ancient artifact, possibly with cultural or ritual significance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts an ancient ceramic vessel shaped like a bird, featuring a distinctive profile view. The vessel is likely made from earthenware and has a spout molded to resemble the head of a bird with a prominent curved beak. The surface of the vessel is adorned with painted designs, primarily in red pigment with some black accents. These designs are reminiscent of stylized birds and other abstract patterns. The overall appearance suggests it could be a ceremonial or decorative object, potentially from a pre-Columbian culture in South America, emphasizing the importance of avian imagery in the cultural context. The use of geometric and organic forms is visible in the artistry.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be an ancient ceramic vessel, likely from a Pre-Columbian culture. It's shaped like a bird or bird-effigy vessel, with a distinctive curved neck and beak-like spout at the top. The pottery has a rounded, bulbous base and is decorated with reddish-brown painted designs on a light beige or cream-colored surface. The paint shows signs of age and wear, with some areas faded or partially eroded. The vessel's form and decorative style are characteristic of ancient American pottery traditions, possibly from the Southwestern United States or Central America. The piece appears to be well-preserved despite its age, maintaining its structural integrity and much of its original painted decoration.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-31

The image shows an ancient ceramic vessel or pottery piece. It appears to be a large, rounded pitcher or jug with a distinctive long, curved neck or spout. The surface of the vessel is covered in reddish-brown pigmentation or paint, creating an abstract, textured pattern across its surface. The vessel appears to be made from a coarse, rough ceramic material, likely handcrafted and fired in an ancient kiln or oven. Overall, the object has a weathered, aged appearance, suggesting it is an archaeological artifact from an earlier civilization.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2024-12-31

The image shows an ancient clay vessel or jug with a distinctive shape. The jug has a wide, rounded body that tapers towards the top, forming a neck and a beak-like spout. The surface of the jug is decorated with red-brown painted designs against a lighter, somewhat weathered background. The designs appear to be abstract or stylized motifs rather than representational imagery. The painted lines and shapes give the impression of dripping or flowing down the sides of the jug. The overall aesthetic suggests this is an artifact from an early human civilization, showcasing their ceramic craftsmanship and decorative art styles.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-31

This appears to be an ancient ceramic vessel, likely from a Pre-Columbian culture. It's shaped like a bird or bird-head pitcher, with a distinctive curved "beak" or spout at the top. The pottery has a rounded, bulbous base and is decorated with reddish-brown painted designs on a light beige or cream-colored surface. The paint shows signs of age and wear, with some of the designs appearing faded or partially worn away. The overall form is quite sculptural, with the bird-like head giving it an zoomorphic quality typical of many ancient American ceramics. The craftsmanship suggests it was likely used for ceremonial or important household purposes, such as holding water or other liquids.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient clay vessel, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship.

  • The vessel is crafted from clay and features a handle on the left side.
    • The handle is attached to the body of the vessel via a small lip.
    • The handle is curved, suggesting it was designed for easy carrying.
  • The vessel has a wide mouth and a narrow base.
    • The mouth is open, indicating that the vessel was likely used for pouring or serving liquids.
    • The narrow base provides stability and balance to the vessel.
  • The vessel is decorated with red and black designs.
    • The designs appear to be abstract patterns, possibly representing natural elements or mythological creatures.
    • The use of red and black pigments adds a pop of color to the otherwise earthy-toned vessel.
  • The background of the image is a gradient of gray.
    • The gradient transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.
    • The gradient helps to highlight the vessel and its details, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.

In summary, the image showcases an ancient clay vessel with a unique design and decorative elements. The vessel's shape, handle, and mouth suggest its intended use, while the abstract patterns and color palette add an artistic touch. The gradient background effectively highlights the vessel's features, making it a visually appealing and informative image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image depicts a weathered, clay pot with a distinctive shape and design. The pot is primarily brown, with red and black markings that appear to be hand-painted. It has a wide base that tapers upward, forming a narrow neck with a small opening at the top. A handle protrudes from the side of the pot, near the top, and another smaller handle is located on the opposite side, closer to the base.

The pot's surface features various designs, including a red outline of a figure on the front, which may represent a person or an animal. Additional red and black markings adorn the pot, but their exact meaning or significance is unclear. The overall appearance of the pot suggests that it is an ancient artifact, possibly created by a pre-Columbian culture in the Americas.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image features a vase that is displayed on a gray background. The vase is made of ceramic, and it is painted in red and black colors. The vase has a unique shape, with a wide body and a narrow neck. The vase has a handle on the side, and it is decorated with a design that resembles a human figure. The human figure is painted in red and black colors, and it is surrounded by other designs.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image depicts a clay vessel with intricate designs and a human figure painted on it. The vessel has a bulbous shape with a flat bottom and a narrow neck. The human figure is painted in red and black colors, with a bird-like head and a long, slender body. The figure appears to be holding a weapon in its hand. The vessel is placed on a gray surface, and the image has a slightly blurry effect.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a vase made of clay, likely an artifact. The vase has an unusual shape. It has a rounded body with a relatively narrow base that expands upward to its maximum width and then constricts slightly towards the neck. The most striking feature is a large, vertical extension or "handle" that rises from one side of the vase. This extension is shaped to resemble an eagle's head, complete with a beak. The surface of the vase is decorated with simple, painted figures and geometric designs in red and black against a light-colored background. The figures appear to be human-like in form, represented in a stylized manner. The overall condition of the vase suggests that it is old, possibly an archaeological find, with visible signs of wear and tear.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows an ancient-looking pottery vessel, likely of archaeological significance. It has a bulbous body that tapers slightly towards a flat, dark-colored base. The vessel's upper portion is shaped like a stylized bird head, with a prominent beak-like feature extending outwards and a tall, flat back.

The surface of the pottery has a light, earthy tone, suggestive of clay. It's decorated with simplified, red painted figures. There are what appear to be stick figures on the side of the vessel, along with a rectangular geometric design. The brushstrokes appear somewhat crude, adding to its antique aesthetic. The pottery has some wear and possibly some age-related discoloration. The background is a muted grey, highlighting the vessel.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts an ancient ceramic vessel, likely a piece of pre-Columbian pottery. The vessel has a unique, somewhat anthropomorphic shape, with a protruding section resembling a head or beak at the top. The surface of the pottery is decorated with red and black painted designs, which appear to be geometric and possibly symbolic. The overall texture of the vessel suggests it is made from clay and has a rough, earthy finish. The design and craftsmanship indicate it could be from an ancient Mesoamerican culture, such as the Maya, Aztec, or another indigenous group from Central or South America. The vessel's form and decoration suggest it may have had ceremonial or ritualistic significance.