Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of Arretine pottery

Date

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People

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Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 1977.216.2537

Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of Arretine pottery

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 1977.216.2537

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-26

Food 99.8
Fossil 99.5
Ornament 93.6
Accessories 92.7
Accessory 92.7
Soil 87.6
Jewelry 86.5
Gemstone 86.5
Agate 71.8
Archaeology 58.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-03-26

no person 99.6
one 96.1
pottery 89.6
disjunct 89.2
geology 86.8
art 85.7
desktop 83.8
rock 83.5
precious 83.4
ancient 82.5
wear 79.8
old 79.7
clay 78.8
quartz 78.5
texture 78.2
color 77.9
nature 77.6
food 76.6
jewelry 76.6
stone 75.4

Imagga
created on 2019-03-26

conserve 53.7
food 51.9
toast 40.4
bread 35.5
gourmet 33.9
meal 32.7
dinner 30.3
delicious 29.7
meat 29.7
baked 28.1
plate 25.5
fresh 24.2
healthy 23.9
snack 23.1
lunch 22.4
cuisine 22.2
brown 22.1
diet 21.8
eat 21.8
tasty 19.2
restaurant 19
breakfast 18.9
eating 18.5
steak 18.2
sweet 18.2
grilled 18.2
loaf 17.5
dish 17
vegetable 16.6
beef 16.3
pork 16.3
bakery 15.7
dessert 15.7
cooking 14.8
sugar 14.8
slice 14.5
grill 14.4
wheat 14.4
crust 13.5
sauce 13.3
cake 13.2
fat 13
close 12.5
raw 12.5
pastry 12.5
hot 11.7
traditional 11.6
kitchen 11.6
fillet 11.6
flour 11.5
roast 11.5
whole 11.5
cooked 11.3
taste 11.1
nutrition 10.9
ingredient 10.6
table 10.4
grain 10.1
closeup 10.1
cook 10.1
juicy 10
fish 10
cut 9.9
baker 9.8
loaf of bread 9.7
earthenware 9.7
delicatessen 9.7
homemade 9.6
orange 9.6
butter 9.2
health 9
sirloin 8.8
sesame 8.8
bun 8.7
salmon 8.7
barbecue 8.7
cereal 8.7
appetizing 8.7
fried 8.6
roasted 8.6
cream 8.5
seafood 8.5
seed 8.4
organic 8.4
carrot 8.4
fruit 8.4
freshness 8.3
pepper 8.3
dough 8.1
natural 8
potato 8
protein 7.7
culinary 7.6
dining 7.6
piece 7.6
juice 7.6
appetizer 7.5
chocolate 7.5
ceramic ware 7.3
garnish 7.2
yam 7.2

Google
created on 2019-03-26

Mineral 90.7
Rock 86.9
Amber 80.1
Geology 79.1
Artifact 76
Igneous rock 53.1

Microsoft
created on 2019-03-26

rock 19.3
food 11.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bread

Clarifai

Food

AWS Rekognition

Bread 99.8%

Clarifai

Food 66.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-03-26

food drinks 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-03-26

a piece of food 83.5%
a close up of food 83.4%
a piece of food on a plate 64.6%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a fragment of a red - orange - brown stone.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a piece of artisan artisanly painted on a piece of red clay

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a fragment of an earthenware object, likely a piece of pottery or a ceramic vessel. The item has a reddish-brown surface characteristic of terracotta and features a partial decorative design consisting of curved lines that may have been part of a larger motif. The edges of the fragment are irregular and broken, suggesting it is a piece of a once-complete item. The surface has spots of wear, discoloration, and encrustation, indicating age or exposure to the elements. There are visible small imperfections and scratches, consistent with handmade craftsmanship or historical use.

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

The image shows a fragment of terracotta pottery with a reddish-orange glaze. The shard has an irregular, roughly oval shape with uneven and chipped edges. The surface of the fragment displays some parallel curving lines that might have been part of a decorative pattern, possibly suggesting the rim of a plate or bowl. The pottery appears to be somewhat aged and worn, with visible scratches and areas where the glaze has chipped away, revealing the buff-colored base material beneath. This fragment likely comes from an archaeological find or historical context, reflecting the style and techniques of ancient pottery.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-20

The image shows a rock or stone fragment with an orange-red color and some intricate patterns or markings on its surface. The patterns appear to be a combination of lines, shapes, and textures, creating an abstract, almost artistic design. The overall appearance suggests this could be a piece of ancient rock art or a fragment of a larger stone carving or engraving.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-20

This appears to be a fragment of ancient Roman pottery or ceramics, specifically what looks like terra sigillata (a type of Roman red-glazed pottery). The piece is a terracotta or reddish-orange color with a distinctive glossy surface typical of this style. The fragment shows some curved decorative lines or grooves in its design, and there are areas where the surface appears worn or eroded, showing lighter patches and some mineral deposits. The edges are irregular, indicating this is a broken piece from a larger vessel. Terra sigillata was a high-quality tableware produced during the Roman period and was widely distributed throughout the Roman Empire.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient, weathered terracotta piece, likely a fragment of a larger artifact. The terracotta is characterized by its reddish-brown hue, which has been worn down to reveal a lighter brown surface underneath. The edges of the piece are rough and irregular, indicating that it has been broken off from a larger object.

The surface of the terracotta features several lines and markings, which appear to be the remnants of a design or pattern that was once present. These markings are faint and difficult to discern, but they suggest that the piece may have had some form of decoration or ornamentation.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the terracotta piece. This suggests that the image may have been taken in a studio or laboratory setting, where the piece was carefully positioned and lit to highlight its details.

Overall, the image provides a detailed and intimate view of the terracotta piece, allowing the viewer to examine its texture, color, and markings up close. The image may be useful for researchers or enthusiasts who are interested in studying ancient artifacts or learning more about the techniques and materials used in their creation.

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

The image depicts a fragment of an ancient ceramic piece, likely from a vessel or plate. The piece is primarily orange-red in color, with a rough, irregular shape and a wavy edge. It appears to be made of clay or terracotta, with visible signs of wear and aging, including cracks, chips, and discoloration.

The surface of the piece features a series of curved lines and grooves, which may have been decorative or functional elements. The lines are uneven and rough, suggesting that they were hand-carved or molded into the clay before firing.

The background of the image is a plain white or light gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the ceramic piece. Overall, the image suggests that the piece is an archaeological artifact, possibly from an ancient civilization such as the Greeks or Romans.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image shows a fragment of an ancient Roman pottery vessel. The fragment is made of red clay and has been fired in a kiln. The surface of the fragment is uneven and rough, with visible cracks and chips. There are also some white spots and stains on the surface, which may be the result of exposure to the elements over time. The fragment appears to be a section of a larger vessel, possibly a plate or a bowl. The edges of the fragment are irregular and uneven, suggesting that it was broken off from the larger vessel. Overall, the fragment provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural practices of ancient Rome.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a piece of terracotta or clay material, possibly a fragment of a larger object. The object is reddish-brown in color, with a rough, uneven surface and visible cracks and chips. The edges of the object are irregular and jagged, suggesting that it has been broken or fractured. The surface of the object appears to have some faint markings or designs, possibly from a tool or other object used to shape or carve it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

Certainly! Here's a description of the image you provided:

Overall Impression:

The image shows a fragmented, reddish-brown pottery shard against a white background. The shard is irregularly shaped with a rough, textured surface. It appears to be broken from a larger piece.

Color and Texture:

  • The primary color is a muted reddish-brown, with variations in shade and patches of lighter tones along the edges and on the surface.
  • The texture appears rough and granular, suggesting a coarse material. There are also signs of wear and degradation, such as small pits and scratches on the surface.

Design/Motif:

  • The shard features a discernible design or motif consisting of a series of engraved or impressed lines.
  • There are curved lines (possibly concentric circles) and other linear elements that suggest a pattern or representation. One element seems to resemble a handle or knob-like feature protruding from the surface.

Potential Significance:

Given the appearance and design, the shard might be a fragment of an ancient or historical artifact. The design could have had symbolic or decorative significance, but without more context, it's difficult to determine its original purpose or cultural origin.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

The image shows a fragment of a reddish-orange ceramic object, likely a piece of pottery or tile. The fragment has an irregular, broken edge and appears to be worn and weathered. There are some faint markings on the surface, including curved lines, and what looks like an indentation shaped like a handle. The ceramic is a solid color throughout, and the surface has some blemishes and a textured appearance. The background is plain and white, helping to highlight the artifact.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a fragment of what appears to be a piece of ancient pottery or terracotta. The fragment is roughly oval-shaped with an uneven, broken edge. The surface is predominantly a reddish-orange color, which is characteristic of terracotta or certain types of clay used in pottery.

There are visible markings or impressions on the surface, which may have been made during the manufacturing process or as part of a decorative design. The fragment shows signs of wear and aging, with some areas appearing darker or more worn than others. There are also small spots and discolorations scattered across the surface, which could be due to the natural aging process or the conditions in which the fragment was found.

Overall, the fragment looks like it could be a piece of historical or archaeological significance, possibly from an ancient vessel or artifact.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image depicts a fragment of a terracotta plate or tile. The surface is reddish-brown and textured, with an irregular shape and rough edges. There are several embossed or impressed lines and patterns visible on the plate, including what appears to be a stylized design or symbols. The plate has a slightly pitted appearance, suggesting age or wear. The background is plain white, which contrasts with the terracotta color and highlights the texture and details of the fragment.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-13

The image shows an ancient pottery fragment, likely from a larger vessel. The fragment is primarily red-orange in color, indicative of terracotta or similar clay-based material. It appears to be weathered and worn, with visible cracks, chips, and areas where the material has been eroded or chipped away. There are some decorative elements visible, including incised lines that possibly form part of a pattern or design. The fragment is irregular in shape, with a thicker edge on the left side and a thinner, more worn edge on the right side. The surface has a rough texture, with some areas showing remnants of a glaze or paint.