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, P1970.5446

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, P1970.5446

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Cookware 100
Pot 100
Pottery 100
Jar 99.8
Urn 84.4
Vase 72.2
Plant 56.8
Potted Plant 56.8

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 95.7
old 89.8
vintage 87.1
art 86.9
retro 85.8
one 85
antique 82.7
group 80.3
man 79.1
adult 76
ancient 74.4
wear 73.7
container 71.8
no person 71
family 65.5
street 64.5
desktop 63.7
indoors 62.3
military 61.5
sepia 61.1

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

pot 61.4
vessel 58.3
container 51.6
teapot 49.8
jug 36.4
cooking utensil 35.1
water jug 34.5
old 27.2
kitchen utensil 23.3
bottle 22.5
ancient 21.6
traditional 20.8
art 20.3
culture 19.7
sculpture 18.4
milk can 17.4
utensil 17.2
statue 17.1
stone 16.9
travel 16.2
history 16.1
antique 15.6
religion 15.2
vase 13.6
can 13.5
craft 13.4
architecture 13.3
cup 13.2
metal 12.9
drink 12.5
brown 12.5
vintage 11.6
temple 11.5
retro 11.5
tradition 11.1
tourism 10.7
earthenware 10.7
tea 10.6
coffeepot 10.5
religious 10.3
close 10.3
monument 10.3
object 10.3
design 10.1
water 10
pottery 9.8
clay 9.8
handle 9.6
stove 9.5
kitchen 8.9
steel 8.8
building 8.8
ceramic 8.7
artistic 8.7
decoration 8.7
oriental 8.5
historical 8.5
black 8.4
texture 8.3
china 8.3
bowl 8.1
reflection 8.1
meditation 7.7
classical 7.6
garden 7.5
city 7.5
gold 7.4
food 7.3
dirty 7.2
pitcher 7.2
wet 7.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

old 46.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Bat
Butterfly
Picture frame
Flowerpot

Clarifai

Bat 67.7%

Clarifai

Butterfly 52%

Clarifai

Picture frame 43.4%

Clarifai

Flowerpot 33.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

pets animals 74.1%
nature landscape 16.4%
paintings art 4.2%
interior objects 1.9%
food drinks 1.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a large pot 62.5%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a vase with a butterfly on it

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

a black and white photo of a large vase with two butterflies on it

OpenAI GPT

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

This image captures a black and white photograph of a striking ornamental object, possibly a bronze urn or vessel. The centerpiece features intricate details with two symmetrical butterfly-like designs affixed to its sides. These embellishments incorporate insect-like bodies with stylized wings, pierced with decorative holes. Japanese or Chinese script is prominently engraved on the upper section of the urn, suggesting cultural or religious significance. The background reveals stone and wooden architectural elements, hinting at the setting being part of a temple or historic site. The image is moody, with a timeless and vintage quality.

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

The black and white image shows a large, ornate metal or bronze urn-like structure, possibly an incense burner or ceremonial vessel. The vessel is positioned on a pedestal and has intricate decorations. Notably, there are two symmetrical bird or phoenix-like figures attached to the sides of the urn. Each figure has a stylized, large wing that resembles a butterfly's wing, with visible cutout patterns. The central body of the burner has inscriptions or engravings in a script that appears to be Japanese or Chinese characters. The background shows a stone or wooden structure, suggesting that this urn is likely located at a temple or historical site. The overall atmosphere is that of a traditional, ornately decorated setting, potentially of religious or cultural significance.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an ornate ceramic or stone vessel with a tall, cylindrical shape and decorative elements resembling butterfly wings or fins protruding from the sides. The vessel appears to be situated in a dimly lit, shadowy environment, with a rough, textured background suggesting a stone or brick wall. The overall impression is one of an ancient, mysterious artifact or religious object.

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

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a decorative Asian architectural element. The main focus is on a vase or urn-like structure with Chinese characters inscribed on it. On either side of the vessel are decorative metal butterfly or wing-shaped ornaments. The piece appears to be mounted on a stone or concrete surface, and the overall composition suggests it might be part of a temple, shrine, or traditional building's architectural detail. The image has the grainy, vintage quality typical of older photography.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an ornate stone pillar, possibly from a temple or other religious structure. The pillar is made of stone and features a large, rounded base that tapers into a narrower, cylindrical top. It is adorned with intricate carvings and designs, including what appears to be a series of symbols or characters along the middle section.

On either side of the pillar, there are two small, winged creatures that resemble dragons or demons. They have long, curved tails and sharp teeth, and appear to be grasping the pillar with their claws. The background of the image is dark and indistinct, but it appears to be a stone wall or other architectural feature.

Overall, the image suggests that the pillar is a significant and potentially sacred object, and the carvings and creatures may hold symbolic or spiritual meaning.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an ornate stone urn or vase, featuring a wide base that narrows at the top. The urn is adorned with two small, winged creatures on either side, which appear to be mythical or fantastical beings. The creatures have long, thin bodies and large wings, and they seem to be grasping the urn with their front legs.

The urn itself has a smooth, rounded surface and is made of a light-colored stone, possibly marble or limestone. It sits atop a pedestal or base, which is also made of stone and has a decorative design etched into it. The background of the image is dark and indistinct, but it appears to be a room or building with stone walls and a high ceiling.

Overall, the image suggests that the urn is an important or valuable object, possibly a work of art or a religious artifact. The presence of the mythical creatures adds a sense of mystery and wonder to the image, and the overall atmosphere is one of elegance and sophistication.

Amazon Nova

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a Chinese bronze vessel, possibly a tripod censer, with intricate carvings and designs. The vessel is placed on a stone platform and has a cylindrical body with a rounded base. The body of the vessel is adorned with decorative elements, including a pattern of Chinese characters, which could be an inscription or a decorative motif. The top of the vessel features a carved design that resembles a mythical creature, possibly a dragon or a phoenix.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large object with a cylindrical shape and a flat base. The object is made of metal and has a shiny surface. It has two wings on each side, and the wings have a detailed design. The object has some text written on it, but it is not legible. The object is placed on a stone surface, and the shadow of the object falls on the surface.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-28

This black and white photograph features a close-up shot of a decorative structure, likely part of a historical building. The structure is primarily comprised of a bulbous vase-like base that supports a cylindrical column. At the sides of the vase are ornate butterfly figures with large, detailed wings. The vase itself has script inscribed around the top section.

The background includes stone walls and what appears to be a wooden window or gate. The lighting is subdued, which contributes to the textured appearance of the stone and metal elements.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-28

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a close-up of a decorative metal structure. The main focal point is a vessel-like form with a cylindrical extension rising from it. Attached to the vessel are two ornate butterfly sculptures, one on each side. The butterflies have intricately detailed wings. The vessel appears to have some kind of inscription around its midsection. The background shows an architectural structure with stone walls and wooden elements. The image has a vintage feel, with good contrast and detailing.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a traditional Japanese incense burner, often referred to as a "koro." The koro is placed on a stone pedestal and appears to be made of metal. The design features two prominent dragon-like creatures on either side, which are common motifs in traditional Japanese art and symbolize strength and protection. The dragons have intricate detailing and appear to be holding the koro with their claws.

The koro itself has a cylindrical body with a wide, rounded base and a narrower top. There is some inscription in Japanese characters on the upper part of the koro, which likely indicates its purpose or origin. The background includes what appears to be a wooden structure, possibly part of a temple or shrine, and a stone wall, suggesting that the koro is located in a religious or cultural setting. The overall scene conveys a sense of tradition and reverence.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image is a black and white photograph of a traditional Chinese architectural element, specifically a drainpipe or downspout. The downspout is designed to resemble a large, ornate, pot-like object with a spout at the top. It features intricate decorative details, including what appears to be dragon-like handles or embellishments on either side, which are common in traditional Chinese art. The object is mounted on a pedestal and is set against a backdrop of what looks like a stone wall, possibly part of a building's exterior. The image has a vintage quality, suggesting it might be an old photograph.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

The image shows a traditional Japanese water basin, often found at shrines or temples, used for purification rituals. This particular water basin is made of stone and is quite large, with a wide, rounded body and a narrow base. It has a tall, cylindrical container placed inside it, likely for holding water. On either side of the basin, there are ornamental dragon-like figures with large wings, which appear to be part of the structure, possibly serving as handles or decorative elements. The background includes part of a wooden structure, possibly the entrance or a wall of the shrine or temple. The photo is in black and white, which gives it a classic and timeless feel.

Text analysis

Amazon

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