Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of (John?) spatharokandidatos and tourmarches of Strobilos (XI c.)

Date

XI c.

People

-

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1971

Human Generated Data

Title

Seal of (John?) spatharokandidatos and tourmarches of Strobilos (XI c.)

Date

XI c.

Classification

Seals

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore, 1951.31.5.1971

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Rock 100
Food 80.5
Fossil 57.9
Limestone 55.7

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

no person 99.2
nature 97.7
desktop 96.7
geology 96.2
rock 95.7
closeup 94
medicine 93.6
stone 92.3
texture 92.2
disjunct 91.4
rough 90.8
food 87.9
ore 85.6
cannabis 82.5
hard 81.8
dry 81.2
close 80.7
pattern 79.8
mine 77.5
fabric 76.8

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

stone 30.4
rock 26.9
oyster 26.5
food 25.3
bivalve 21.5
invertebrate 21
mollusk 20.1
meal 19.6
natural 18.1
brown 17.7
landscape 15.6
bread 15.4
baked 15
bakery 15
close 14.3
stones 14.2
rocks 14.1
delicious 14
water 14
healthy 13.9
loaf 13.6
sea 13.3
diet 12.9
coast 12.6
tourism 12.4
beach 12
gourmet 11.9
animal 11.8
fresh 11.8
tasty 11.7
whole 11.5
vacation 11.4
lunch 11.1
snack 11.1
dinner 10.9
breakfast 10.7
cereal 10.6
wheat 10.6
cliff 10.6
travel 10.6
summer 10.3
ocean 10.2
eating 10.1
seascape 10.1
holiday 10
geology 9.7
mineral 9.7
crust 9.7
scenic 9.6
bark 9.5
chocolate 9.3
organic 9.2
nutrition 9.2
grain 9.2
slice 9.1
texture 9
vegetable 8.9
color 8.9
sand 8.8
rye 8.8
closeup 8.8
rocky 8.7
eat 8.4
island 8.2
rough 8.2
meat 8.1
life 7.8
scene 7.8
tree 7.6
beef 7.6
bay 7.5
coastline 7.5
dark 7.5
dessert 7.4
object 7.3
detail 7.2
crystal 7.2
pepper 7.2
wave 7.2
cut 7.2
river 7.1
sweet 7.1
sky 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

rock 88.3
artifact 70.8
igneous rock 50.5

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

rock 93.2
piece 80.4
chocolate 59.2
slice 58.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bread

Clarifai

Food

AWS Rekognition

Bread 80.5%

Clarifai

Food 35.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

food drinks 84.5%
paintings art 13.1%
nature landscape 1.4%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of two pieces of rock with a rock face

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

two small pieces of stone with the words "the king" on them

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image shows two sides of an ancient, weathered coin or seal that appears to be made of metal with a rough and corroded surface. The details on the artifact include faint inscriptions or symbols, but they are partially worn or eroded, making them difficult to decipher. The object has an irregular shape, with broken edges and uneven textures, indicating its age and the environmental effects it has endured. The artifact is displayed against a neutral off-white background with a portion of a black-and-white scale on the far right for measurement or reference.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image displays two sides of a medieval lead seal against a light background. The seal appears quite worn, with erosion or corrosion visible on the surface, giving it an aged and rough texture. The seal has an irregular circular shape, and both sides are inscribed with indistinct text, possibly Greek or Latin letters, which have been affected by wear over time, making them difficult to read. The right-edge of the seal on the right side shows signs of a small hole or indentation, suggesting it may have been used to affix the seal to something. The background is a pale color, providing contrast to the seal, and a portion of a black and white scale is visible on the far right side of the image for size reference. The item photographed is likely of archaeological or historical significance.

Anthropic Claude

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

This image shows two sides of what appears to be an ancient clay seal or bulla. These are circular clay impressions that were commonly used in antiquity to authenticate documents or mark ownership. The artifacts have a weathered, grayish-brown color typical of ancient clay items. Both sides show some text or markings, though they're quite worn and difficult to make out clearly. The edges are somewhat irregular and chipped, which is common for these types of archaeological artifacts. These seals were important administrative tools in ancient times, often used by officials or merchants to verify documents and transactions.

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

The image shows two irregularly shaped rocks or stone fragments. They appear to be weathered and have a rough, pitted surface texture. The stones have an earthy, brownish-gray color. There are no visible markings or inscriptions on the surfaces of the stones.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents two ancient coins, each with a rough, irregular shape and a light brown color. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing upwards and the right coin facing downwards.

  • Left Coin:
    • The left coin is oriented with its front side facing upwards.
    • It has a rough, irregular shape with a small indentation at the top.
    • The surface of the coin is covered in small bumps and ridges, giving it a textured appearance.
    • There are no visible markings or inscriptions on the left coin.
  • Right Coin:
    • The right coin is oriented with its front side facing downwards.
    • It also has a rough, irregular shape with a small indentation at the top.
    • The surface of the right coin is similarly textured, with small bumps and ridges.
    • There are several visible markings on the right coin, including what appears to be a series of letters or symbols etched into the surface.
  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a plain white surface.
    • There is a small black and white bar on the right side of the image, which may be a part of the image's metadata or a reference point for the coins' size.

In summary, the image shows two ancient coins with rough, irregular shapes and textured surfaces. The left coin has no visible markings, while the right coin has several markings etched into its surface. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a small black and white bar on the right side.

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

This image presents a detailed view of two ancient lead seals, likely originating from the Byzantine Empire. The seals are circular in shape and feature a rough, irregular texture, with visible signs of aging and wear. They are positioned side by side on a white surface, allowing for a clear comparison of their designs.

The seal on the left appears to depict a figure, possibly a saint or a religious icon, although the details are somewhat obscured due to the seal's worn condition. In contrast, the seal on the right features an inscription in Greek, which reads "ΘΕΟ[Τ]ΟΚΕ ΜΑ[Ρ]ΙΑ" (Theotokos Maria). This phrase is a common invocation of the Virgin Mary in Byzantine art and liturgy.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, which helps to highlight the seals' intricate details. A small strip of black and white squares is visible along the right edge of the image, suggesting that it may be a reference marker or a scale indicator.

Overall, this image provides a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and religious practices of the Byzantine Empire, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship and symbolism that characterized this period.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts two ancient coins, positioned side by side on a white background. The coin on the left is broken and irregular in shape, showing a rough surface with visible wear and erosion. The coin on the right is more intact and circular, with a textured surface that includes intricate designs and inscriptions. The inscriptions are faint but appear to be in an ancient script, possibly Greek or Latin. The coin's surface is marked with a cross and other symbols, suggesting it may have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes. Both coins exhibit signs of age, with discoloration and pitting typical of ancient artifacts.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image shows two circular objects that seem to be ancient coins. They are placed on a white surface, probably for a closer look. The coins are made of stone and have some text engraved on them. The coins are placed side by side, with the left coin slightly tilted. The coins are of the same size and have a rough texture.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image shows two ancient-looking, circular objects, likely seals or tokens. They are positioned side-by-side on a white surface. The objects have a dull, weathered appearance, suggesting they are made of a material like metal and have aged over time.

Individual Objects:

  • Left Object: This object has a more eroded surface. There are possible markings or text, but they are heavily worn and difficult to distinguish.
  • Right Object: This object has a more distinct rectangular pattern embossed onto its surface, with possible text and a decorative pattern.

Material and Condition:

The objects appear to be made of a hard, dense material, such as metal (possibly lead or a lead alloy). They show signs of wear and tear, including corrosion, chipping, and general surface degradation.

Color and Lighting:

The primary color of the objects is a mixture of browns, grays, and possibly some green, typical of oxidized metal. The lighting is soft, illuminating the objects and creating subtle shadows that enhance their form and texture.

Context:

The image looks like it might be from an archaeological or historical context, showcasing artifacts that have been recovered or preserved.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-24

The image shows two similar, roughly round, aged, and eroded objects, likely lead seals or medallions. They are displayed side by side on a plain, off-white surface, with a portion of a ruler or scale visible in the upper-right corner, indicating their size.

Both objects have a corroded, textured surface with visible impressions of letters or symbols. The seal on the left appears to have a faded inscription, while the seal on the right has more pronounced, blocky text arranged in rows. The shapes are slightly irregular, with some chipped or broken edges, suggesting age and wear.

The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the texture and subtle color variations on the seals' surfaces. The overall impression is one of historical artifacts, possibly used for sealing documents or as tokens. The background is clean and unobtrusive, focusing attention on the objects themselves.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows two sides of an ancient clay artifact, likely a bulla or seal impression. Bullae were used in ancient times to seal documents or containers, often bearing impressions from seals.

  • Left Side: This side appears to have a rough, textured surface with faint markings or inscriptions. The surface shows signs of wear and age, making it difficult to discern specific details without closer examination.

  • Right Side: This side features more distinct impressions. There appears to be an inscription or symbols, possibly in an ancient script. The impressions suggest the presence of letters or characters, which might be part of a name or a title. The artifact's surface is uneven, with some areas more worn than others, indicating its age and historical use.

Overall, the artifact is likely of archaeological significance, providing insights into ancient sealing practices and possibly the identity or authority of the person who used the seal.

Qwen

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