Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of Euphemianos imperial protospatharios and strategos of Hellas (VIII/IX c.)

Date

VIII/IX c.

People

-

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1946

Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of Euphemianos imperial protospatharios and strategos of Hellas (VIII/IX c.)

Date

VIII/IX c.

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1946

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Rock 100
Ammunition 63.2
Weapon 63.2
Accessories 55.6
Limestone 55.6
Fossil 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

no person 99.6
geology 98.4
nature 98.2
rock 98
stone 95.1
invertebrate 94.8
ore 94.5
disjunct 94.5
mine 94.5
desktop 92.6
food 91.9
rough 91.3
one 90.4
precious 88.9
texture 88.4
closeup 87.9
medicine 87.7
shape 87.3
discovery 84.8
still life 84.4

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

oyster 41
stone 35.4
rock 30.4
bivalve 29.2
mollusk 26
invertebrate 24.2
natural 17.4
stones 17
food 16.4
water 16
close 16
animal 15.7
landscape 15.6
pepper 14.9
brown 13.2
megalith 12.2
tourism 11.5
travel 11.3
fresh 11.1
structure 10.7
old 10.4
delicious 9.9
river 9.8
meal 9.7
mineral 9.7
color 9.4
stream 9.4
rocks 9.4
memorial 9.3
outdoor 9.2
mountain 9
texture 9
wet 8.9
pattern 8.9
surface 8.8
wild 8.7
forest 8.7
ancient 8.6
sea 8.6
arthropod 8.6
eating 8.4
environment 8.2
healthy 8.2
closeup 8.1
raw 8
decoration 7.9
ring 7.9
wave 7.8
snack 7.7
chocolate 7.6
gourmet 7.6
seafood 7.6
beach 7.6
organic 7.6
tasty 7.5
baked 7.5
ocean 7.5
vacation 7.4
rough 7.3
vegetable 7.3
summer 7.1
day 7.1
tree 7
wall 7
sky 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

rock 86.9
artifact 79.9
igneous rock 57.9
mineral 56.5

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

cake 99.3
rock 98.6
piece 87.5
chocolate 74.8
slice 66.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Grenade

Clarifai

Food

AWS Rekognition

Grenade 63.2%

Clarifai

Food 35.9%

Clarifai

Food 35.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

paintings art 72%
food drinks 13.4%
pets animals 10.1%
nature landscape 2.4%

Captions

Salesforce

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

two small pieces of stone with the word 'god' on them

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of two pieces of ancient roman coin - like coins

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows two views of a weathered and corroded object, likely made of metal, possibly lead. It appears to be an artifact such as a coin, seal, or token, with worn inscriptions or impressions on its surface. The item is irregularly shaped, likely due to age and wear, and the surface texture is rough and encrusted with dirt or corrosion. The faint text or symbols are difficult to read, suggesting its historical use or significance may require closer examination. A scale is visible on the right side of the image, providing context for its size.

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

The image depicts two ancient seals, commonly referred to as bullae. These objects appear to be made of lead and are oval in shape, though the edges seem slightly irregular or weathered, suggesting age and possible degradation over time. Each seal is inscribed with what looks like text, although the inscriptions are worn and not easily decipherable at a glance. The seals lie on a plain surface, and the right side of the image includes a small black-and-white scale bar for size reference, indicating that these objects are relatively small. These seals are typically used for authenticating documents or securing containers in historical contexts, suggesting their use in official or administrative activities.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-22

This image shows two views (front and back) of what appears to be an ancient seal or bulla - a type of clay impression used to authenticate documents or mark ownership in ancient times. The seal appears to be made of clay or a similar material and has a weathered, brownish-gray color typical of archaeological artifacts. The surface shows some text or markings, though they are quite worn and degraded with time. The edges are irregular and somewhat damaged, which is common for artifacts of this type that have been buried for long periods. The object is photographed against a white background, likely in a museum or archaeological documentation setting.

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-22

The image shows two ancient stone artifacts or relics. They appear to be carved or engraved with intricate designs and symbols, possibly from a historical or archaeological context. The artifacts have an irregular, weathered surface texture, suggesting they are quite old. They are placed on a plain, light-colored background, allowing the details and textures of the objects to be clearly visible. The artifacts seem to be of significant historical or cultural interest, though I cannot identify or name any specific individuals depicted in the image.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a pair of ancient artifacts, likely coins or medallions, with a rough, irregular texture and a dark brown color. The artifacts are positioned side by side, with the left one featuring a small hole at its center, suggesting it may have been attached to a chain or string.

Key Features:

  • Texture: Rough, irregular
  • Color: Dark brown
  • Shape: Irregular
  • Hole: Small hole at the center of the left artifact

Background:

  • Color: Light gray
  • Shadow: Visible beneath the artifacts

Scale:

  • Unit: Centimeters
  • Range: 0-10 cm

Purpose:

  • Display: Showcase the artifacts in a clean and simple setting
  • Context: Provide a clear view of the artifacts' features and details

Overall:

  • Mood: Neutral
  • Style: Clean and simple

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

The image presents a pair of ancient, weathered coins or tokens, likely originating from the Middle East or Asia. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing forward and the right coin facing backward. Both coins exhibit a rough, irregular shape, suggesting they may have been damaged or worn down over time.

The coins' surface features a mix of raised and recessed areas, with some sections appearing more worn than others. The material composition of the coins is unclear, but they appear to be made of a metal alloy, possibly bronze or copper. The coins' color is a muted brownish-gray, with hints of darker gray and black in some areas.

In the background, a plain white surface provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the coins. A small, black-and-white checkered strip is visible on the right side of the image, which may be a reference scale or a marker for the image's orientation.

Overall, the image suggests that the coins are of historical significance, possibly dating back to ancient civilizations in the Middle East or Asia. The coins' worn and weathered appearance indicates that they have been exposed to the elements for an extended period, and their exact origin and purpose remain unclear.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two ancient, weathered pieces of pottery, each bearing inscriptions. The left piece is irregular in shape, with a cross symbol etched into it, and has a worn surface with some visible cracks. The inscription on this piece is partially legible, with some letters or symbols clearly visible. The right piece is more rounded and has a more defined shape, with a larger inscription that appears to be more complete. The inscription on this piece is more legible, with several letters or symbols clearly visible. Both pieces have a rough texture and appear to be made of a similar material, possibly clay or stone. The background is plain and white, providing a contrast to the artifacts.

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

The image shows two objects that are possibly pieces of a stone that have been broken into two parts. The stone appears to have some text and symbols engraved on it. The stone has a rough surface, and the engravings seem to be deep. The stone is brownish-gray in color, and the engravings are black. The stone appears to be placed on a white surface, which could be a table or a wall.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-25

The image shows two sides of an ancient, corroded seal matrix resting on a white surface. The matrix appears to be made of a dark, metallic material that has heavily weathered, giving it a rough and textured appearance. Both sides are inscribed with lettering that is somewhat obscured by the corrosion. One side has a small, circular loop attached to the top. A measuring device is positioned to the right of the matrix, used to show the size. The overall impression is that these artifacts are very old and have been buried for centuries.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-25

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases two weathered, roughly circular objects laid against a neutral white background. Both objects exhibit significant surface wear and appear to be composed of a dark, crumbling material, possibly lead or a similar metal. The texture is heavily eroded, showing a mix of coarse, granular elements. The objects bear impressions of lettering or symbols, though the specifics are difficult to discern due to the wear and tear.

The object on the left features a small circular indentation and what may be parts of a hanging ring. The object on the right shows more of the text is somewhat discernible.

A black and white ruler is on the right side of the image providing a scale. The overall aesthetic suggests that these are possibly ancient artifacts, seals, or fragments with historical significance.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient artifact, likely a clay bulla or seal impression. Bullae were commonly used in ancient times to seal documents or to authenticate items by impressing a seal into soft clay.

Details of the Image:

  1. Material: The artifact appears to be made of clay, which has hardened over time.
  2. Shape: The object has an irregular, somewhat rounded shape with rough edges, suggesting it has been broken or worn down.
  3. Inscriptions: Both sides of the artifact have visible inscriptions, which appear to be in an ancient script. The script looks like it could be Hebrew or another Semitic language, which was common in the ancient Near East.
  4. Condition: The surface of the artifact is worn and has some damage, which is typical for items of this age. The inscriptions are somewhat difficult to read due to the wear and tear.

Possible Historical Context:

  • Purpose: Such seal impressions were often used to seal documents, jars, or other items to ensure they were not tampered with. The inscriptions typically included the name of the owner or the authority issuing the seal.
  • Period: Given the style of the script and the material, this artifact could date back to the Iron Age or later, possibly around the time of the biblical period.

This artifact would be of significant interest to archaeologists and historians studying ancient cultures, particularly those focused on the ancient Near East.

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