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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Horyuji Temple, Nara, Japan)

Date

March 18, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5441

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Horyuji Temple, Nara, Japan)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 18, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5441

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Art 99.2
Archaeology 97.5
Face 89.6
Head 89.6
Architecture 83.7
Building 83.7
Monastery 83.7
Painting 81.5
Sculpture 61.5
Statue 60.7
Photography 56.4
Portrait 56.4
Crypt 55.7

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 99.2
one 95.9
adult 95.6
art 93.8
illustration 91.8
woman 90.8
portrait 88.5
man 86.6
antique 85.3
sit 85.1
vintage 84.2
wear 82.2
old 81.8
retro 79.1
child 76.2
print 76.1
monochrome 75.8
lid 72.2
veil 72
war 71.4

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

totem pole 100
column 100
structure 100
statue 51.4
sculpture 51.3
architecture 32.8
art 28.8
ancient 26.8
old 26.5
stone 26.2
religion 26
culture 25.6
history 23.3
temple 21.8
building 21.4
travel 21.1
city 20
monument 18.7
religious 16.9
historic 16.5
tourism 16.5
carving 16.4
traditional 14.1
historical 14.1
famous 14
antique 13.9
landmark 12.6
capital 12.3
tourist 11.8
museum 11.6
god 11.5
detail 11.3
figure 11
fountain 10.5
decoration 10.4
head 10.1
lion 9.8
marble 9.7
facade 9.6
spirituality 9.6
oriental 9.4
face 9.2
sky 8.9
bronze 8.8
man 8.7
worship 8.7
spiritual 8.6
east 8.4
place 8.4
one 8.2
artistic 7.8
palace 7.7
architectural 7.7
china 7.5
classic 7.4
town 7.4
style 7.4
church 7.4
exterior 7.4
square 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

window 81.6
cooking 20.5

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 20-28
Gender Male, 59%
Calm 98.3%
Surprised 6.3%
Fear 5.9%
Sad 2.5%
Happy 0.2%
Angry 0.2%
Disgusted 0.1%
Confused 0.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Adult
Male
Man
Person

Clarifai

Human face
Clothing
Tree
Human nose
Human head
Human mouth

AWS Rekognition

Adult 97.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

paintings art 92.6%
streetview architecture 6.7%

Captions

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of a statue of a man sitting on a bench

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

a statue of a man sitting on a bench

OpenAI GPT

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

This black and white photograph depicts a weathered wooden statue seated in a meditative posture. The statue is situated outdoors near a large wooden structure, with distinct architectural details visible, including support beams and intricate carvings. The statue's hand gestures suggest symbolic or ritualistic significance, while its aged and fragmented form adds historical and artistic character. In the background, a portion of the surrounding environment, such as trees and a glimpse of people, can be observed.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden statue in a sitting position. The statue appears to be old, with visible cracks and signs of weathering on its surface. It is placed inside a wooden structure, with the walls and beams visible in the background. The statue's hands are held in a gesture, where the right hand is raised with fingers pointing upwards, possibly in a symbolic or traditional posture. To the left, part of a roof or overhanging structure is visible, with intricate wooden design patterns. There are two people standing in the background, partially visible, observing the statue.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image depicts a weathered, wooden carving of what appears to be an elderly man with a long beard and a hooded robe. The carving is situated in a dimly lit, rustic setting, with wooden beams and a stone wall visible in the background. The figure has a thoughtful, contemplative expression on its face, and its hands are positioned as if holding something. The overall scene has a sense of age and history to it.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This black and white photograph shows what appears to be an ancient Buddhist statue or sculpture. The figure is seated in a meditative pose and appears to be weathered or damaged, with visible cracks or segments in its surface. The statue seems to be housed within some kind of wooden structure or temple, with wooden beams or architectural elements visible in the background. The lighting creates strong contrasts between light and shadow, highlighting the sculptural details and the aged texture of the figure. The image has a contemplative, historical quality to it, suggesting it may be documenting a religious artifact or architectural detail from a Buddhist temple or shrine.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of a stone statue situated in front of a building. The statue, positioned on the right side of the frame, is carved from stone and depicts a seated figure with its hands resting on its knees. It wears a head covering that drapes over its shoulders, and its face is turned to the left side of the image.

The statue is set against a backdrop of a building constructed from wood, featuring a large doorway. In the background, a person can be seen standing outside the building, while trees are visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a serene and peaceful setting, likely taken in a temple or other religious context.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

This image is a black and white photograph of a wooden statue of a person. The statue is carved from wood and appears to be weathered, with visible signs of aging and wear. It depicts a person sitting cross-legged on a platform, wearing a head covering and a robe. The statue's facial expression is serene, with a slight smile.

In the background, there are wooden beams and a window or doorway that allows natural light to enter. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that the statue is located in a temple or shrine, possibly in an Asian culture. The photograph itself has a vintage quality, with a white border around the edges and a slightly grainy texture.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a statue of a man sitting on a wooden bench. The statue is carved from wood and is placed in an outdoor area, possibly a temple or a park. The statue depicts a man wearing a traditional robe and a head covering, with a serene expression on his face. The man's hands are positioned in a meditative pose, with his right hand resting on his lap and his left hand raised in front of his chest. The statue is surrounded by a wooden fence, and there are trees and other structures visible in the background. The photograph captures the statue from a low angle, emphasizing its grandeur and the peaceful atmosphere of the surrounding environment.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden statue of a person sitting on a bench. The statue appears to be seated on a wooden platform with a curved railing on the front side. The statue is wearing a hat and has a beard, and it appears to be holding something in its hands. The statue is positioned in front of a wooden wall with an open door, and there is a tree visible in the background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-29

Here is a description of the image:

The black and white image depicts a sculpted figure sitting on a throne. The figure, possibly representing a deity or historical personage, is shown in profile, facing to the left. It wears a head covering or turban and has a beard. The sculpture's details are visible, showing a rough, textured surface that suggests it may be made of wood or stone.

The figure is seated on an ornate throne with curved armrests. The throne itself is situated within what appears to be a wooden structure, possibly part of a building or temple.

In the background, there are blurred elements that could be trees and portions of architectural details, further indicating the setting as an outdoor or semi-outdoor space, possibly a temple or historic site. The photograph has a slightly aged look, adding to the impression that the subject is an antique or historical artifact.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-29

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph showcasing a detailed wooden sculpture of a seated figure. The sculpture appears to be old and weathered, suggesting its age and history. The composition is a close-up, emphasizing the figure's features and the surrounding structure.

Details:

  • The Figure: The sculpture depicts a man with a distinct facial structure and beard. He is wearing a head covering and garment. His expression is gentle. The carving shows the marks of time with visible wear and tear.
  • Seated Position: The figure is seated, with his hands resting in his lap, as if in meditation or a similar pose.
  • Surrounding Structure: The sculpture is set against a backdrop of large, dark, vertical wood panels. The image is framed by decorative wooden elements that are part of the structure.
  • Lighting and Shadow: The image is lit from an angle which creates strong shadows, adding depth and dimension to the sculpture and the surrounding environment.
  • Atmosphere: The overall feel of the photograph is serene and somewhat mysterious, with the black and white adding a sense of history and timelessness.
  • Framing: The composition is carefully framed, drawing the eye to the sculpture and the interplay of the dark wood background.
  • People: There are two people standing behind the sculpture, but out of focus.

Possible Interpretations:

The image likely captures a scene from a historical or religious site. The sculpture could represent a deity, a revered figure, or an ancestor. The setting suggests a temple or other sacred space.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a wooden statue, likely of a deity or a significant figure, situated within a traditional architectural setting. The statue appears to be part of a larger structure, possibly a temple or shrine, given the ornate wooden beams and supports visible in the background.

The figure in the statue has a beard and is dressed in traditional attire, which includes a robe and a head covering. The statue is seated on a pedestal, and its right hand is resting on its knee. The craftsmanship of the statue suggests it is an important cultural or religious artifact. The overall scene conveys a sense of historical and cultural significance, possibly from an East Asian context. The black-and-white nature of the photograph adds to the timeless and reverent atmosphere.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden sculpture that appears to be seated in a traditional Japanese setting. The figure is wearing a head covering and is positioned in a relaxed pose, with hands resting on a low surface. The background features wooden architectural elements, possibly part of a temple or shrine, and there are people visible in the distance, indicating a public or communal space. The sculpture has a weathered appearance, suggesting it is an ancient or well-used piece.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This black-and-white photograph captures a detailed statue of a seated figure, likely of East Asian origin, possibly a deity or a revered figure in a religious or cultural context. The statue appears to be made of wood and shows signs of age and wear, with some areas of the surface showing cracks and patches of missing material. The figure is wearing a turban-like headpiece and is adorned with a robe that has intricate patterns and folds. The statue is seated in a meditative or contemplative pose, with one hand resting on the knee. The background includes wooden beams and structures, suggesting that the statue is housed within a temple or shrine. The photograph has a vintage quality, with a white border framing the image, adding to its historical or nostalgic feel.