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Human Generated Data

Title

Foreigners on the Island of Little People

Date

Late Edo period, fifth month of 1863

People

Artist: Utagawa Yoshikazu, Japanese active 1850 - 1870

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of William S. Lieberman, 2007.214.35

Human Generated Data

Title

Foreigners on the Island of Little People

People

Artist: Utagawa Yoshikazu, Japanese active 1850 - 1870

Date

Late Edo period, fifth month of 1863

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of William S. Lieberman, 2007.214.35

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-17

Human 97.2
Advertisement 88.4
Book 77.1
Comics 74.6
Art 74.5
Text 62.6
Paper 56.3
Brochure 56.3
Flyer 56.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-17

illustration 99.7
people 98.6
print 97.9
adult 97.3
lithograph 96.9
painting 96.6
man 96
wear 96
art 95.5
woman 94.2
group 89.4
woodcut 89.2
lid 89.2
veil 87
child 86.8
sketch 85.4
bill 85.2
facial expression 84.6
chalk out 84.3
retro 82.8

Imagga
created on 2019-06-17

comic book 100
print media 66.3
cartoon 27.7
man 22.2
art 19.4
drawing 19
clip art 15.8
male 14.9
people 13.9
postmark 12.8
stamp 12.6
mail 12.4
vintage 12.4
postage 11.8
humor 11.6
retro 11.5
person 11.4
letter 11
children 10.9
postal 10.8
sport 10.7
design 10.7
color 10.6
fun 10.5
philately 9.9
culture 9.4
game 9.1
old 9.1
envelope 8.8
post 8.6
character 8.5
church 8.3
entertainment 8.3
funny 8.3
competition 8.2
artwork 8.2
icon 7.9
comics 7.9
cartoon people 7.9
cutout 7.4
guy 7.4
cheerful 7.3
religion 7.2
colorful 7.2
smile 7.1

Google
created on 2019-06-17

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-17

text 99.8
cartoon 99.6
book 99
drawing 98.6
sketch 92
child art 91
clothing 89.4
person 84
poster 72.8
painting 68.5
illustration 66.8

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 94.8%
Disgusted 32.8%
Angry 15.5%
Happy 2.5%
Confused 14.3%
Surprised 5.2%
Sad 27.9%
Calm 1.8%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Painting
Poster

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-06-17

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-06-17

a close up of a book 40.5%
close up of a book 35.7%
a hand holding a book 35.6%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-24

a photograph of a man in a red jacket is holding a bird

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-26

This image is a Japanese woodblock print likely from the Edo period. It depicts a domestic scene with several people inside a room. One person is seated at a table wearing a black uniform or formal attire, holding a green hat in one hand and a drink in the other. Another person dressed in red is standing next to the seated figure and appears to be engaging in conversation while holding a small piece of headgear. A third person wearing a green coat is climbing onto a chair placed on the table. There is a bowl of food and some dishes on the table, covered with a tablecloth. Written characters and symbols, possibly Japanese text, are present above and around the figures. The overall style of the artwork is characteristic of traditional Japanese prints.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-26

The image features a traditional Japanese woodblock print that depicts an interior scene with several individuals around a table. The style of illustration and the clothing suggest it is from the Edo or Meiji period, characterized by a flat perspective and limited but vivid color palette. The remaining visible figures are wearing attire that indicates the historical context, with garments that appear to blend traditional Japanese and Western influences. A child is shown interacting with a figure at the table, and food items are present on the table's surface. There is text displayed prominently in the background, likely providing context or a narrative relevant to the scene. On the right side of the image, a handprint is visible, which may have symbolic meaning or be part of the artwork's composition. In the lower right corner, there are artist seals or signatures, common in Japanese prints to indicate the creator's identity.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) depicting a social scene. The artwork shows several figures, including what appears to be a foreigner or Westerner dressed in a dark blue or black uniform with brass buttons, seated at a table or platform. Other figures are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing in bright colors like red, green, and yellow. There is Japanese text at the top of the image. The style and composition suggests this print is likely from the Edo or early Meiji period, when Japan was opening up to Western influences and foreign visitors were becoming more common subjects in Japanese art. The scene appears to be depicting some kind of social interaction or cultural exchange between Japanese locals and a foreign visitor.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-26

This appears to be a Japanese woodblock print showing what seems to be a cultural exchange or interaction between Japanese and Western figures. The scene depicts a person in Western-style military or naval uniform (black jacket with brass buttons and white pants) seated at a table. They are being served by someone wearing traditional Asian clothing in red. There are children present in the scene as well. The table has some dishes and what appears to be a teapot or serving vessel. Japanese text is written at the top of the print. The art style is characteristic of the Edo or early Meiji period, with its distinct lines and color blocks. The composition shows an interesting blend of Western and Japanese elements, from the furniture to the clothing styles, which was common during Japan's period of opening to the West.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-26

This image appears to be an old Japanese or Chinese painting or illustration. It depicts a family or group of people gathered around a table, seemingly having tea or a meal together.

The adult figures are wearing traditional robes - one in black and one in red. There are also children present, with one child standing and another sitting near the adults.

The setting includes a round table with cups and plates on it, as well as stools or chairs around the table. The background contains Japanese or Chinese script, likely describing the scene or providing context.

The illustration has an antique look, with faded colors on aged paper, suggesting it is from an earlier historical period. The style conveys a sense of domestic life and familial gathering in what seems to be an East Asian cultural context from the past.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-26

The image appears to depict a family scene in traditional Japanese style. It shows a man, likely the father, sitting at a table and interacting with several other figures, including a woman, a young child, and an elderly person. The figures are dressed in traditional clothing, and the scene appears to be set in a domestic setting. The text surrounding the image is in Japanese, suggesting this is a Japanese artwork or illustration.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image depicts a scene of people gathered around a table, with a man in a black coat and hat sitting on the left side. He is holding his hat in his right hand and appears to be engaged in conversation with another man standing opposite him, who is wearing an orange coat and blue headband. This second man is pouring liquid from a yellow container into a glass held by the first man.

To the right of the standing man, there is a small child sitting on a chair, also wearing a green coat and blue headband. The child is holding a yellow container similar to the one held by the standing man. On the floor below the child, another person is kneeling, dressed in a red coat and blue pants.

In the center of the image, a round table is covered with a blue cloth, featuring a large bowl of food and a smaller bowl on top. The background of the image is beige, with Chinese characters written in black ink scattered throughout. Overall, the scene appears to be a depiction of a social gathering or meal, with the individuals engaged in conversation and sharing food and drink.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image is a vintage Japanese woodblock print, likely from the 19th or early 20th century. It depicts a lively scene of people gathered around a table, with a man in a black coat and hat sitting on a chair, holding a glass of yellow liquid. A woman in a red dress stands behind him, pouring a drink from a yellow jug into his glass. A child in a green coat sits on a chair next to the woman, while another child kneels on the floor, and a dog sits beside them.

The background of the print is a light beige color, with Japanese characters written in black ink at the top and bottom. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of warmth and conviviality, suggesting a social gathering or celebration. The use of bright colors and dynamic composition adds to the sense of energy and joy in the scene.

The image appears to be a traditional Japanese woodblock print, possibly created for decorative purposes or as a form of entertainment. The level of detail and craftsmanship suggests that it may have been created by a skilled artist or printmaker. Overall, the image is a charming and engaging representation of Japanese culture and social life during the period in which it was created.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image is a woodblock print featuring a scene with four people. The main focus is on the man on the left, who is seated on a chair with his legs crossed. He is wearing a military-style uniform with a hat and appears to be looking upward, possibly in surprise or contemplation. Behind him, there is a table covered with a blue cloth, on which a bowl of food is placed.

To the right of the seated man, there is a woman in a red robe who is standing and holding a teapot. She is pouring tea into a cup that a young boy, dressed in a green outfit, is holding. The boy is standing on a chair, reaching out to receive the cup. In the background, there is another woman seated on the floor with a child in her lap. This woman is wearing a yellow robe, and the child is dressed in black.

The scene is set in a domestic environment, suggesting a moment of leisure or a social gathering. The attire of the individuals indicates a traditional setting, possibly from a historical period. The background is plain, allowing the focus to remain on the characters and their interactions.

The image also includes Japanese text at the top and bottom, which appears to be a title or description related to the scene depicted. The woodblock print style is characterized by its use of bold lines and flat areas of color, typical of traditional Japanese art.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-26

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print, known as ukiyo-e, depicting a scene of a man and a woman in a room with a child. The man is seated on a chair, wearing a hat and a long coat, while the woman stands behind him, holding a teapot and a cup. The child is sitting on the floor, holding a bowl of food. The room is furnished with a table covered with a blue cloth and a chair. The image is surrounded by Japanese text, likely providing context or a title. The style and composition of the image are characteristic of ukiyo-e art, which flourished in Japan during the Edo period.

Google Gemini

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

This is a Japanese woodblock print of a scene that appears to be taking place at a table. The print is called "小人話" (Shōjin-wa). The characters seem to be engaged in daily activities.

Here is a description of the elements:

  • Characters:

    • On the left, a man wearing a blue hat, black jacket, and white pants is sitting and raising his hat. He is holding a glass of liquid.
    • Next to him, a woman is holding a green hat and pointing at it. She's wearing a red top and blue skirt.
    • A small person, seemingly a child, is pouring liquid from a yellow teapot into a container on the table.
    • Below the table, a woman is sitting on the floor and feeding a child.
  • Table: A round table covered with a blue tablecloth sits in the center. On the table, there is a dish with food, a container, and other items.

  • Background: The background is a simple, light beige color. There are Japanese scripts written in the top corners.

The image has a whimsical and slightly surreal quality, possibly suggesting a scene from a theatrical play or a satirical representation of society. The style is typical of Japanese woodblock prints, with clear lines and bright colors.

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

The image appears to be a woodblock print in the ukiyo-e style, a traditional Japanese art form. It depicts a scene that likely aims to be satirical or humorous, featuring exaggerated figures and a stylized perspective. Here's a breakdown of what's visible:

  • Characters: The central figure is a man in a dark coat and white pants, seated at a table with a drink in hand. He is removing his hat as a woman points to it. Other figures include a woman in red, holding a small green hat, and a child pouring from a yellow teapot. Also present are two children sitting on the floor.

  • Setting: The figures are indoors, sitting at a table covered with a blue tablecloth. On the table are what appears to be a dish of food.

  • Text and Style: The image contains Japanese text and symbols. The style is typical of woodblock prints, with bold lines, flat colors, and simplified forms.

  • Possible Interpretation: The scene's comical tone, the exaggerated size of the figures, and the text suggest a commentary on the interactions between Japanese people and Westerners or foreigners during the period the print was made, likely the Meiji era. The print might satirize cultural differences, social interactions, or other themes.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a traditional Japanese woodblock print depicting a humorous scene involving four individuals. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Main Characters:

    • Left Figure: A man dressed in a military-style uniform with a cap, sitting on a low stool. He is holding a glass of what appears to be alcohol and has a surprised or alarmed expression on his face. His hand is raised to his cap, possibly indicating shock or disbelief.
    • Right Figure: An older man in a red robe, standing and holding a small green cap similar to the one worn by the man on the left. He appears to be speaking or gesturing towards the man in the uniform.
    • Middle Figure: A smaller man, possibly a servant or assistant, dressed in green clothing. He is pouring a liquid from a yellow vessel into a cup held by the older man.
    • Bottom Right Figure: A young child, sitting on the floor and looking up at the scene with an amused expression. The child is holding a small object, possibly a toy.
  2. Setting:

    • The scene takes place indoors, with a table covered in a blue cloth in the center. On the table, there are various dishes and bowls, suggesting a meal or gathering.
    • The background is plain, focusing attention on the characters and their interactions.
  3. Text:

    • There is Japanese text in the upper part of the image, which likely provides context or dialogue for the scene. The text is written in a traditional style, consistent with the woodblock print medium.
  4. Artistic Style:

    • The print uses vibrant colors and detailed line work, characteristic of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints.
    • The expressions and gestures of the characters are exaggerated for comedic effect, adding to the humorous tone of the scene.

Overall, the image captures a lively and humorous moment, likely intended to entertain and amuse viewers with its depiction of everyday life and social interactions.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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