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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Buddhist Guardian statue, Horyuji Temple or Todaiji 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, P1970.5459

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Buddhist Guardian statue, Horyuji Temple or Todaiji 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, P1970.5459

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-05

Samurai 96.7
Art 86.4
Face 80.4
Head 80.4
Painting 78.7
Photography 67.8
Portrait 67.8
Architecture 55.6
Building 55.6
Monastery 55.6
Sculpture 55.4
Statue 55.4
Knight 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 99.8
one 97
adult 97
man 96.8
military 95.3
portrait 93.1
war 92.9
uniform 90.8
outfit 89.1
wear 87.5
soldier 86.7
monochrome 84.5
weapon 82.8
two 81.9
actor 80.7
retro 80.5
leader 80.2
old 78.2
furniture 77.9
woman 77.7

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

sculpture 29.8
statue 28
newspaper 26.2
product 22.7
art 22
creation 20.5
monument 16.8
black 16.3
city 13.3
architecture 13.3
old 13.2
culture 12.8
shoe 12.6
running shoe 12.5
one 11.9
comic book 11.9
history 11.6
cadaver 11.6
person 10.8
vintage 10.8
building 10.3
money 10.2
landmark 9.9
tourism 9.9
religion 9.9
travel 9.9
bronze 9.8
covering 9.6
ancient 9.5
book jacket 9.2
dollars 8.7
paper 8.7
capital 8.5
stone 8.4
famous 8.4
footwear 8.4
man 8.2
fountain 8.1
light 8
body 8
face 7.8
people 7.8
model 7.8
portrait 7.8
figure 7.7
horse 7.6
fashion 7.5
dollar 7.4
close 7.4
style 7.4
historic 7.3
cash 7.3
currency 7.2
jacket 7.2
bank 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

text 99.4
book 92.4
old 55.8
vintage 25.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Baby
Person

Clarifai

Clothing
Human face
Microphone
Human hand

AWS Rekognition

Baby 98.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

paintings art 98.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a vintage photo of a person 58.9%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a statue of a man in a suit and a sword

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

a statue of a man holding a sword

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image depicts a heavily detailed and ornate statue of what appears to be a warrior or deity. The figure is adorned with intricate armor, including layered plates, textured patterns, and decorative embellishments. The statue holds objects in both hands, possibly martial instruments or weapons. The facial expression is stern or intense, emphasizing a sense of power and authority. The atmosphere of the image is dark and dramatic, with heavy shadows and dim lighting enhancing the statue's commanding presence. The craftsmanship suggests traditional or Eastern cultural artistry, potentially originating from historical religious or military representations.

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

The image is a black and white photograph of a statue that depicts a warrior figure. The statue is richly detailed and appears to be of a formidable figure dressed in ornate armor, likely representing a deity or guardian commonly found in East Asian art and religious culture. The figure's attire includes intricate patterns and textures, with a combination of flowing robes and intricate armor pieces. The statue holds a weapon or staff in each hand, adding to its martial appearance. The lighting casts dramatic shadows, emphasizing the statue's intricate details and giving it a powerful and imposing presence. The background is dark, which further highlights the figure as the central focus of the image.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an ornate, elaborately decorated statue or sculpture. The figure depicted is wearing intricate, flowing robes and appears to be holding some kind of staff or scepter. The overall impression is one of an ornate, ceremonial or religious figure, captured in a dramatic, high-contrast lighting that emphasizes the details and textures of the sculpture.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The black and white image depicts an ornate statue of a male figure, likely a warrior or deity. The figure is wearing elaborate, flowing robes or garments with intricate patterns and designs. He appears to be holding a long staff or spear-like object diagonally across his body. The statue has a very dynamic, energetic pose with the robes billowing around him, giving a sense of movement and power. The craftsmanship and level of detail in the carving is quite impressive, with fine textures rendered in the fabrics and realistic proportions of the human form. The dramatic lighting and high contrast of the photograph adds to the striking, monumental presence of this sculptural work.

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

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a classical sculpture or statue, likely made of marble or stone. The image shows a detailed view of an ornately dressed figure, possibly depicting a warrior or noble person, wearing elaborate period clothing with flowing robes and decorative armor. The figure is shown from a dramatic angle, with intricate carving detail visible in the clothing folds and armor embellishments. The sculpture demonstrates the baroque or classical style, with dynamic movement suggested by the flowing drapery and pose. The lighting in the photograph creates strong contrasts between light and shadow, emphasizing the sculptural details and textures.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a statue of a man dressed in traditional Chinese attire, holding a staff in his right hand and a fan in his left. The statue appears to be made of stone or metal and is set against a dark background, suggesting it may be displayed in a museum or temple.

The man's clothing is intricately detailed, with ornate patterns and designs that reflect the rich cultural heritage of China. His facial expression is serene and contemplative, adding to the overall sense of tranquility and wisdom that pervades the image.

The staff and fan held by the man are also significant symbols in Chinese culture, representing power, authority, and creativity, respectively. The combination of these elements creates a powerful and evocative image that invites the viewer to reflect on the values and traditions of Chinese society.

Overall, the image is a beautiful representation of Chinese art and culture, showcasing the country's rich history and heritage.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a statue, likely made of stone or metal, showcasing a figure adorned in ornate attire. The statue is positioned centrally within the frame, with its head tilted slightly to the right and its gaze directed upward.

The figure wears a helmet featuring a crest or plume on top, accompanied by a flowing cape draped over its shoulders. Its attire includes a breastplate, a belt around its waist, and a sword at its side. The statue's right hand grasps the hilt of the sword, while its left hand holds a scepter or staff.

The background of the image is dark, suggesting that the statue is situated in a dimly lit environment, such as a museum or a historic building. The overall atmosphere of the image conveys a sense of grandeur and importance, as if the statue represents a significant historical figure or symbol of power.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a statue of a man wearing armor. The statue is holding a stick in one hand and a fan in the other. The man's face is covered with a mask, and he is wearing a crown on his head. The statue is standing on a platform, and the background is blurry, indicating that it was taken from a distance. The statue appears to be a representation of a historical figure or a deity.

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

The image shows a statue of a man, possibly a warrior, in black and white. He is standing with his feet apart and is wearing armor. He is holding a stick in both hands, with one end of the stick resting on his shoulder. The statue has a fierce expression on its face. Behind the statue, there is a structure that resembles a roof.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-26

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a statue, likely made of stone or bronze. The statue appears to be of a figure dressed in ornate armor, possibly a deity or guardian from East Asian mythology. The figure has a stern expression and is holding what seems to be a rod or staff in each hand. The details of the armor, including intricate patterns and carvings, are visible. The lighting is somewhat dark and moody, casting shadows across the statue and adding to its solemn presence. The background is dark and out of focus, emphasizing the figure. The overall style of the photograph seems to have a vintage or historical feel.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph of a large, detailed statue. It is likely a photograph of a monument, perhaps a guardian figure at a temple or important site. The lighting suggests the figure is in a shadowed environment, potentially within a structure.

Details:

  • Subject: The central subject is a statue of a figure, possibly a warrior or deity, judging by the detailed armor and posture.
  • Appearance: The figure's face is weathered. It has a helmet or ornate headgear. The statue is elaborately decorated, with detailed carvings on its garments and possibly armor. The figure has a serious facial expression. It is likely made of stone or another durable material, suggested by the rough texture and shadowing.
  • Composition: The photograph is taken from a low angle, making the statue appear imposing and grand. The composition is tight, focusing on the figure and its immediate surroundings.
  • Style: The image is monochromatic, using only shades of gray. The contrast is high, with strong shadows defining the form and emphasizing the texture of the stone.

In Summary: The image depicts a striking and highly detailed statue of a figure, likely of religious or historical significance, captured with a strong sense of atmosphere and contrast.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a detailed sculpture of a figure that appears to be a warrior or deity, likely from East Asian cultural heritage. The figure is adorned in intricate armor and garments, featuring elaborate patterns and designs. The armor includes detailed chest plates, shoulder guards, and a belt with ornate decorations. The figure holds a staff or weapon in one hand and has a stern, authoritative expression. The sculpture is likely made of stone or a similar material, given the texture and detail captured in the image. The background is dark, which highlights the figure prominently. This type of sculpture is often found in temples or historical sites, representing guardians or protectors.

Qwen

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a statue or sculpture. The figure appears to be adorned in elaborate, traditional attire that suggests a historical or cultural significance, possibly from East Asian or Southeast Asian cultures. The clothing includes intricate patterns and embellishments, and the figure is wearing a headdress with ornate details. The figure's hands are positioned in a way that suggests a gesture or pose of importance, and there are accessories such as a fan or a ceremonial object held in one hand. The lighting highlights certain parts of the figure, giving a dramatic effect and emphasizing the texture and details of the attire and accessories. The background is dark, which draws attention to the figure in the foreground.

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

This black-and-white image depicts an ornate statue or sculpture of a figure that appears to be of East Asian origin, likely Chinese or Japanese. The figure is dressed in elaborate, traditional armor, which includes detailed patterns and textures. The armor covers the torso and extends to the arms, which are crossed in front of the body, each holding a staff or baton. The figure is also wearing a helmet or headpiece with decorative elements, including what seems to be a pair of horns or protrusions on the sides. The background is dark, which contrasts with the lighter tones of the statue, highlighting its intricate details. The overall style and attire suggest that this could be a depiction of a historical or legendary warrior or deity.