Human Generated Data

Title

Folio from an Illustrated Manuscript of a Compendium of Knowledge (Jung), made for Shah Sulayman

Date

c. 1669-1670

People

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Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.463.36

Human Generated Data

Title

Folio from an Illustrated Manuscript of a Compendium of Knowledge (Jung), made for Shah Sulayman

Date

c. 1669-1670

Classification

Manuscripts

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1984.463.36

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-05

Text 99.9
Diary 96
Handwriting 94.5
Calligraphy 59.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-19

old 98.8
vintage 98.5
retro 97.5
manuscript 97.5
antique 97.2
text 97.1
paper 96.6
book bindings 96.4
document 95.3
page 95.1
desktop 93.3
texture 93.2
no person 93.1
picture frame 92.8
ancient 92.3
art 92.1
pattern 91.2
design 91.2
calligraphy 87.2
poetry 86.4

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

journal 79.9
old 46.7
binding 45.6
paper 39.3
vintage 36.4
book 34.4
antique 34
menu 33.5
page 31.6
fare 27.8
text 26.2
texture 24.3
grunge 23.9
retro 23.8
ancient 20.8
sheet 20.7
map 17.8
dirty 17.2
binder 16.9
pages 16.6
aged 16.3
letter 15.6
sepia 15.6
religion 15.3
design 15.2
word 15.1
pattern 15.1
art 14.3
print 14.2
wallpaper 13.8
bible 13.7
prayer 13.5
parchment 13.5
food 13.4
religious 13.1
blank 12.9
border 12.7
open 12.6
holy 12.5
read 12.5
faith 12.4
document 12.1
protective covering 12.1
cover 12
empty 12
close 12
note 12
frame 11.7
history 11.6
spiritual 11.5
covering 11.2
church 11.1
backdrop 10.7
stained 10.6
new 10.5
detail 10.5
historic 10.1
rough 10
testament 9.9
gospel 9.9
gold 9.9
manuscript 9.8
words 9.8
torn 9.7
textured 9.7
geography 9.6
god 9.6
canvas 9.5
atlas 9.1
scripture 8.9
brown 8.8
belief 8.8
artistic 8.7
money 8.5
writing 8.5
music 8.1
currency 8.1
world 8
chapter 7.9
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cardboard 7.7
worn 7.6
damaged 7.6
rusty 7.6
cross 7.5
city 7.5
study 7.5
globe 7.4
business 7.3

Google
created on 2018-04-19

text 93.3
handwriting 74.5
book 71
font 65
history 62.8
diary 60.4
calligraphy 60.1
document 54.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-19

text 92.8
plaque 21.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Book

Clarifai

Book

AWS Rekognition

Book 100%

Clarifai

Book 91.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-04-19

streetview architecture 97.3%
text visuals 1.4%
paintings art 1.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-04-19

a close up of a sign 75.9%
a sign on a wall 64.1%
close up of a sign 64%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-14

a photograph of a book with arabic writing on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

an open book with arabic writing on it

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts a page from a historical manuscript or book, written in Persian or Arabic script. The page is richly decorated and includes both text and ornamental elements. Here's a detailed breakdown of the layout:

  1. Main Script: The majority of the page is filled with diagonal lines of cursive text, written in black ink. This is a common style in Persian and Islamic manuscripts, often indicating commentary or additional notes.

  2. Highlighted Section: At the center of the page, there's a rectangular area outlined in gold, containing neatly aligned text written in black ink, with select words highlighted in red ink. This section is likely the main content or an emphasized passage in the manuscript.

  3. Ornamental Design: At the top-right corner, above the gold-outlined center text, an intricate floral decoration is visible. This design incorporates blue, gold, red, and other vibrant colors, framing an ornamental medallion with text inside. Such embellishments are typical of illuminated manuscripts.

  4. Marginal Notes: Surrounding the central text are additional lines of cursive writing that seem to provide commentary, notes, or references related to the main text. Some words are highlighted in red, green, and other colors, which might indicate specific emphasis or distinctions.

Overall, this image exemplifies the elegance and artistry of historical Islamic or Persian manuscript traditions, combining intricate calligraphy, commentary, and decoration.

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

The image depicts a page from an old manuscript that features Persian calligraphy in a traditional style. The page has a decorative element at the top right corner, likely an ornate illustration or design piece often found in illuminated manuscripts. The text is written in black ink and is arranged diagonally across the page, with some portions highlighted or marked in red, blue, or green ink, possibly to denote headings, important sections, or different content.

In the center of the page is a highlighted area, bordered with a box, containing a block of text with a different style and organization. This block appears to be a focal point on the page, potentially representing a title, chapter introduction, or important piece of text. Above this centered box is a colorful embellishment with intricate patterns, typical of Persian manuscript art.

The page number "33" is visible at the bottom left corner. The manuscript's overall style indicates it may be of a historical, religious, literary, or scientific nature, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Persian literature and calligraphy.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This appears to be a page from an illuminated Islamic manuscript. The page features Arabic or Persian calligraphy in black ink, with some red accents throughout the text. There's a central text box with a gold or yellow background containing more formal calligraphic writing. At the top right corner, there's a decorative illuminated header panel featuring blue, gold, and other colors in a geometric and floral design pattern typical of Islamic manuscript decoration. The page has a salmon or pinkish-colored border around the edges. The writing appears to flow in diagonal lines in some sections, showing the sophisticated layout techniques used in Islamic manuscript production. The overall composition demonstrates the high level of artistry and craftsmanship typical of traditional Islamic book arts.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-31

This image appears to be a page from an old manuscript or book written in Arabic script. The page is filled with handwritten text, likely in a calligraphic style, and contains decorative elements such as an ornate border along the top. The text seems to be written across the entire page, with some sections highlighted or marked in different colored inks. Without being able to read or translate the content, I can only describe the general visual elements of the page, such as the style of the writing, the layout, and the decorative flourishes. The image does not contain any human faces or identifiable individuals.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2024-12-31

The image shows a page from an old manuscript or book, likely in Arabic or Persian based on the script. The text is written in black ink in a flowing, calligraphic style on an aged, tan-colored paper or parchment.

On the right side of the page, there is an ornate, colorful illumination or decoration. It depicts an intricate floral or arabesque pattern in blue, red, and gold. This decorative element adds an artistic flourish to the manuscript page.

The dense lines of text appear meticulously written, suggesting this is the work of a skilled calligrapher or scribe. The consistency and precision of the lettering is impressive.

Without being able to read the content, it's difficult to determine the exact nature of the text, but the decorated manuscript page implies this is likely a important religious, literary or historical work, perhaps of some significance given the care taken in its aesthetic presentation alongside the text itself. The aged appearance of the paper or parchment hints that this is an older document that has survived from the past.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-31

This appears to be a page from an ancient Islamic manuscript or religious text. The page features beautiful Arabic calligraphy written in black ink, with some text in red and gold accents. There is a central text box with a gold background containing more formal script, and the surrounding margins are filled with additional text written at different angles. At the top right corner, there's a decorative illuminated header panel featuring intricate geometric and floral patterns in blue and gold. The page itself has a salmon or peachy-colored border. The writing appears to be very precise and carefully executed, demonstrating the high level of skill in Islamic calligraphy and manuscript production. The page is numbered "32" in Arabic numerals.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a page from an ancient book, likely written in Arabic or Persian script. The page is divided into two sections: the left side features a large block of text in black ink, while the right side contains a smaller section of text in a different color, possibly red or blue. A decorative border surrounds the text on both sides, with intricate designs and patterns.

In the top-right corner, a small, colorful illustration adds visual interest to the page. The background of the page is a warm, beige color, which contrasts with the darker tones of the text and borders. The overall design and layout of the page suggest that it is part of a larger manuscript or book, possibly a religious or literary work.

The image provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural heritage of a bygone era, showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of ancient calligraphy and bookmaking techniques.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts an open book with Arabic script, featuring a central section in a lighter color and a border around the edges. The central section contains a rectangular box with a gold border, filled with Arabic text in black ink. The text is written in a cursive style, with some words or phrases highlighted in red or blue ink.

The background of the central section is a light beige color, while the border around the edges is a darker peach color. The border features additional Arabic text, also written in black ink, but in a more formal and decorative style. The text in the border appears to be a quote or a passage from a religious or literary work.

In the top-right corner of the page, there is a small decorative element featuring a blue and pink floral design. This element adds a touch of visual interest to the page and helps to break up the text.

Overall, the image suggests that the book is an important religious or literary text, possibly a Quran or a collection of poetry. The use of Arabic script and the formal, decorative style of the text suggest a high level of cultural and religious significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a manuscript page with intricate calligraphy and decorative elements. The page appears to be from an Islamic manuscript, possibly a Quran or religious text. The text is written in a flowing, cursive script, with some letters and words highlighted in red or blue ink. The page has a pink border and a decorative element in the upper right corner, possibly a medallion or a small illustration. The calligraphy is beautifully executed, with the letters and words carefully spaced and aligned. Overall, the image conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication, reflecting the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the Islamic world.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a page from a book. The page is filled with text written in a foreign language. The text is written in black ink, with some parts highlighted in red, blue, and green. The text is written in a cursive style, with some letters overlapping each other. The page has a border on the top and bottom, and the text is written on a beige background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a page from a handwritten manuscript, likely a book. The text is in Arabic script, and the overall aesthetic suggests a historical or religious context.

Here are some specific observations:

  • Layout: The page has a formal layout. The text is organized in columns and paragraphs. A decorative element is present on the left side of the page, typical of illuminated manuscripts.
  • Color and Material: The page appears to be made of aged paper, possibly parchment. There are red borders along the edges, creating a frame. The text is written in black ink.
  • Content: The text appears to discuss scientific, astronomical, or philosophical concepts. The titles and headings suggest topics such as celestial bodies, geography, and perhaps elements of Islamic astronomy or cosmology.
  • Decoration: The manuscript includes decorative elements, such as the initial decorative design.
  • Overall Impression: The image is visually appealing, exhibiting a level of craft typical of historic manuscripts. It represents a document that was carefully written and designed, with a distinct historical and cultural value.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

This image shows a page from an old handwritten book in Arabic script. The page is divided into several sections with different text blocks. The main text is written in black ink, with some words and phrases highlighted in red. There are also decorative elements on the page, including a rectangular panel at the top left corner with colorful floral patterns and calligraphy. The text is dense and complex, with numerous annotations and marginal notes. The background of the page is a light cream color, and the edges are slightly faded and worn, suggesting the age of the book.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image depicts a page from a historical manuscript written in Arabic script. The manuscript features intricate calligraphy, with text written in a traditional style that includes decorative elements and various colors, such as red, blue, and gold.

The page is divided into two main sections:

  1. Main Text Area: The majority of the page is covered with densely written text in Arabic script. The text appears to be a religious or scholarly work, given the formal and ornate nature of the script. The lines of text are closely spaced, and the script is consistent and meticulously executed.

  2. Inset Text Box: There is a smaller, rectangular inset box in the center-right portion of the page. This box contains additional text, also in Arabic script, but written in a slightly different style. The inset box is bordered and appears to highlight a specific passage or important information, possibly a quote, a summary, or a significant excerpt from the main text.

The overall appearance of the manuscript suggests it is a valuable and carefully crafted document, likely from a historical or religious context. The use of color and the precision of the calligraphy indicate that it was produced by a skilled scribe. The page also has a decorative border on the right side, featuring intricate patterns and possibly floral or geometric designs, which adds to the aesthetic value of the manuscript.

Qwen

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Text analysis

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