Human Generated Data

Title

Lekythos (oil flask): Woman Bringing Offering

Date

c. 450-400 BCE

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of David M. Robinson, 1959.222

Human Generated Data

Title

Lekythos (oil flask): Woman Bringing Offering

Date

c. 450-400 BCE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of David M. Robinson, 1959.222

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-29

Milk 98.9
Beverage 98.9
Drink 98.9
Jug 98.4
Pottery 88.8
Jar 73.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-27

no person 99.1
pottery 98.4
handmade 96.4
clay 96.2
jug 93.3
antique 92.7
retro 92.6
empty 91.5
old 89.4
art 89.4
beer 88.9
ancient 83.8
dirty 83.7
carafe 81.9
traditional 81.8
simplicity 81.4
earthenware 80.1
full 80
jar 79.9
vase 79.5

Imagga
created on 2022-01-29

whiskey jug 100
jug 100
bottle 100
vessel 81.2
container 68.6
glass 27.2
drink 23.4
liquid 21.2
vase 18.5
beverage 18.2
object 16.8
close 16
transparent 15.2
plastic 14.7
jar 14.6
food 14.3
old 13.2
alcohol 12.3
water 12
clean 11.7
retro 11.5
antique 11.3
fresh 11.1
brown 11
drop 10.9
traditional 10.8
pitcher 10.4
decoration 10.1
closeup 10.1
health 9.7
clear 9.6
craft 9.5
cold 9.5
healthy 9.4
pot 9.2
vintage 9.1
natural 8.7
life 8.6
wine 8.3
milk 8.2
gold 8.2
can 8.2
kitchen 8
medicine 7.9
empty 7.8
bath 7.6
decorative 7.5
bar 7.4
black 7.2

Google
created on 2022-01-29

Tableware 94.1
Serveware 86.6
Vase 86.1
Artifact 85.9
Creative arts 83.2
Drinkware 81.6
Wood 80.1
Pottery 79.4
Handle 76.2
earthenware 75.8
Ceramic 73.8
Art 72.5
Bottle 72.3
Glass bottle 57.1
Natural material 57
Peach 54
Drink 53.5
Terrestrial animal 53.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-29

cup 99.8
table 98.9
vase 87
vessel 69.5
ceramic ware 68.7
jar 56.6
cylinder 55.7
plant 50.1
porcelain 15.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Milk
Milk 98.9%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 58.8%
paintings art 39.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-29

a vase sitting on a table 53.5%
a glass vase sitting on a table 52.8%
a glass vase on a table 52.7%

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

a photograph of a large vase with a brown and white paint -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts an ancient Greek ceramic vessel, specifically a lekythos. A lekythos is a type of narrow-necked jar commonly used to store and pour oil, often associated with funerary practices in ancient Greece.

This vessel has a tall, cylindrical body and a single handle connecting the neck to the shoulder. The lower section, the foot, provides stability, while the neck flares out to a rim that would facilitate pouring. The surface shows signs of wear and aging, with faded paint and flaking on its upper sections. The body features a relatively plain design, with a predominantly white background and traces of reddish-brown decoration, indicating it was once more elaborately painted.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts an ancient Greek terracotta vase known as a lekythos. The lekythos is a type of vessel used primarily for storing oil, especially olive oil. The vase appears to be quite aged and is covered with a primarily white slip that shows signs of wear and age, with some areas where the original terracotta color is visible. The body of the vase is relatively smooth and cylindrical, tapering towards a narrow base that rests on a small, flat foot. The shoulder of the vase gently slopes upward, leading to a narrow neck. The vase has a rounded handle attached from the neck to the shoulder. The top of the vase features a flared lip, which is typical for lekythoi, designed for pouring. The top part and base are darker, contrasting with the lighter body. The surface shows visible signs of wear, with patches where the slip has flaked off, indicating its antiquity.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an antique ceramic vase or pitcher. It has an elongated, bulbous shape with a wide base and a narrow neck. The surface of the vase has a mottled, weathered appearance with a mix of brown, orange, and white tones, suggesting it has an aged, distressed look. The handle of the vase is curved and appears to be made of the same ceramic material. Overall, the vase has a rustic, vintage aesthetic, likely from an earlier period.

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

This appears to be an ancient ceramic lekythos, which is a type of Greek pottery vessel used for storing oils or perfumes. The vessel has a characteristic tall, slender body with a narrow neck, a single handle, and a broad mouth. It's made of terracotta and shows a two-tone coloring - the main body is predominantly white or cream-colored, while the top neck, handle, and base show a reddish-brown terra cotta color. The surface shows signs of age with some wear and discoloration patterns. The vessel stands on a circular base and has subtle decorative bands around its body. This type of vessel was commonly used in ancient Greek culture, often in funeral rituals or for everyday storage of oils and perfumes.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient clay vessel, characterized by its distinctive shape and coloration.

  • The vessel is crafted from clay and features a wide mouth, a narrow neck, and a handle attached to the neck.
    • The mouth of the vessel is wide and flared, suggesting its use for pouring liquids.
    • The neck of the vessel is narrow and cylindrical, connecting the mouth to the body.
    • The handle is attached to the neck and curves around the body of the vessel, providing a convenient grip for handling.
  • The vessel has a light beige color with darker brown accents and patches of black and gray.
    • The light beige color dominates the majority of the vessel's surface.
    • Darker brown accents are visible on the rim, base, and lower portion of the vessel.
    • Patches of black and gray are scattered throughout the vessel, adding a sense of age and wear.
  • The vessel appears to be old and weathered, with visible signs of aging and wear.
    • The surface of the vessel is rough and uneven, indicating extensive use and handling.
    • Cracks and fissures are visible on the surface, further emphasizing the vessel's age.
    • The overall appearance of the vessel suggests that it has been in use for many years, possibly even centuries.

In summary, the image depicts an ancient clay vessel with a distinctive shape and coloration, characterized by its wide mouth, narrow neck, and handle. The vessel's light beige color with darker brown accents and patches of black and gray adds to its aged appearance, with visible signs of wear and tear indicating extensive use and handling.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a weathered, ancient Greek-style pottery vessel. The vessel is primarily white with brown accents and features a handle on one side. It has a narrow neck that widens into a funnel-shaped top, and the base is circular. The vessel appears to be made of clay or ceramic material and has a worn, aged appearance, suggesting it may be an antique or replica of an ancient artifact. The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the details of the vessel. Overall, the image presents a striking example of ancient Greek pottery craftsmanship.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts an ancient Greek amphora, a type of pottery vessel commonly used for storing and transporting liquids, particularly wine or oil. The amphora is made of clay and has a distinctive shape with a narrow neck, a rounded body, and a flat base. The vessel is painted in a reddish-brown color and has a white base, with some areas showing signs of wear and fading. The amphora features two handles on either side of the neck, which were used for carrying the vessel. The surface of the amphora is decorated with intricate geometric patterns, including lines, dots, and triangles, which are typical of Greek pottery from the Archaic period. The image provides a close-up view of the amphora, allowing for a detailed examination of its design and craftsmanship.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image shows a vase, which appears to be a ceramic piece. The vase has a cylindrical shape with a narrow neck and a wide body. The vase has a brown handle on the left side, which is attached to the neck. The vase has a brown base, which is attached to the body. The vase has a brown rim on the top. The vase has some stains on the body.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-19

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a tall, thin, ancient Greek vase against a neutral backdrop. The vase has a distinct shape, widening slightly in the middle before tapering towards the bottom and top. At the top, it flares out into a wide, cone-shaped opening. It has a curved handle that extends from the body to the neck of the vase.

The vase is primarily off-white, but much of the original paint has worn away, revealing an underlayer of a terracotta color. There are also traces of dark paint, especially around the opening and base. The surface is cracked and shows signs of age, with small chips and scratches throughout. There is also some kind of faded red pattern on the body of the vase.

The vase rests on a wide, circular base with horizontal ridges, giving it a sturdy appearance.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-19

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases an ancient Greek or Roman jug or vase. It has a slender, elongated body that widens slightly towards the bottom, sitting atop a circular pedestal. The jug has a tall, narrow neck that flares out to a wide, funnel-shaped opening. A curved handle extends from the shoulder of the jug to the neck.

The jug is primarily cream-colored, with significant wear and signs of aging. The surface is chipped, with areas where the original paint or glaze is flaking away, revealing the clay beneath. The neck and the base are a darker brown, with some dark patches and wear around the rim. Thin bands of orange or red paint encircle the body of the vase, adding some contrast. The remnants of a reddish design or painting is visible on the body of the jug, and the general impression is of an artifact that has survived for a significant amount of time. The jug is set against a plain white background.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts an ancient ceramic vessel, likely a type of Greek pottery known as a lekythos. This particular vessel has a slender, elongated body with a narrow neck that widens slightly at the top. The vessel features a single handle attached to the neck and shoulder, which is typical of lekythoi.

The surface of the vessel shows signs of wear and age, with a weathered appearance and patches of discoloration. The main body of the vessel is predominantly white, but there are areas where the surface has worn away, revealing a reddish-brown underlayer. The neck and the base of the vessel are painted in a darker color, possibly black or dark brown, which contrasts with the lighter body. The base is flat and circular, allowing the vessel to stand upright.

Overall, the vessel appears to be an artifact from antiquity, likely used for holding oil or perfume, which were common uses for lekythoi in ancient Greek culture.