Human Generated Data

Title

Sugar Bowl and Lid

Date

c. 1820

People

Artist: William Thomson, American 1777 - 1833

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart P. Feld, 2016.312.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Sugar Bowl and Lid

People

Artist: William Thomson, American 1777 - 1833

Date

c. 1820

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart P. Feld, 2016.312.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Pottery 98.4
Teapot 96.3
Pot 96.3
Porcelain 92.6
Art 92.6
Cake 68.9
Wedding Cake 68.9
Food 68.9
Dessert 68.9
Saucer 56.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-08

no person 99.2
still life 97.8
container 97.4
one 96.8
sculpture 96.5
art 96.3
metalwork 93
vintage 92.5
antique 92.3
museum 92.1
ancient 90.2
lid 89.9
veil 89.5
old 87.7
furniture 87.7
decoration 87.7
cutout 87.6
wear 86.4
people 85.3
retro 84.3

Imagga
created on 2018-05-08

silverware 100
teapot 67.2
pot 47.8
tea 40.2
drink 33.4
traditional 29.1
container 27.9
old 25.8
vessel 24.3
cup 22.9
object 22
metal 21.7
kitchen 20.5
handle 20
antique 20
cooking utensil 19.4
china 18.9
beverage 18.1
retro 18
utensil 17.9
hot 17.6
brown 16.9
lid 16.7
coffee 16.7
culture 15.4
herbal 15.3
food 15.1
kettle 15
vintage 14.9
decoration 14.8
gold 14.8
art 14.3
kitchen utensil 13.9
ceramic 13.5
water 13.3
close 12.5
oriental 12.3
closeup 12.1
healthy 12
copper 11.8
glass 11.7
black 11.4
wood 10.8
brew 10.8
breakfast 10.6
pottery 10.4
golden 10.3
shiny 10.3
heat 10.2
domestic 9.9
single 9.9
ceremony 9.7
design 9.6
ornament 9.5
color 9.4
cover 9.2
bowl 8.9
cooking 8.7
serving 8.7
liquid 8.7
leaf 8.6
set 8.5
east 8.4
tradition 8.3
crown 8.1
kitchenware 8.1
decor 7.9
yellow 7.9
brass 7.8
empty 7.7
studio 7.6
pattern 7.5
natural 7.4
ornate 7.3
transparent 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-08

serveware 87
dishware 84.5
tableware 83.3
tureen 72.4
porcelain 71.4
metal 69.1
silver 68.4
product 67.2
plate 64.5
teapot 64.1
product design 58.9
ceramic 58.5
cookware accessory 53.9

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-08

wall 97.9
indoor 85.6
kitchenware 84.5
pot 53.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Wedding Cake
Wedding Cake 68.9%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-08

a pot on a table 52.8%
a pot that is sitting on a table 35.2%
a close up of a pot 35.1%

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

a photograph of a silverware with a lion on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

This is an image of an ornate, antique silver container, most likely a sugar bowl or a similar type of vessel. It features an elaborate design with intricate detailing. The container has a rounded body with a lid that is adorned with a decorative finial on the top. There are two handles on either side, designed with elaborate and intricate patterns. The bowl stands on four legs, each featuring elaborate lion heads and paw feet that lend an additional touch of elegance and opulence to the item. The overall craftsmanship appears to be quite detailed and artistic, indicative of fine metalwork from a past era.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-17

This is an image of an ornate silver tureen with artistic decorations and a lid. The tureen stands on four legs, each designed with what appears to be the face and paws of a lion, adding a regal characteristic. Both sides feature intricately designed handles with a consistent motif that matches the legs. The body and lid of the tureen are smooth with decorative engraved bands around the widest part and the lid's edge. At the top of the lid, there's a decorative finial that seems to echo the floral pattern seen on the rest of the silverware. The entire piece is crafted with a high level of detail and craftsmanship, suggesting it could be an item from a historical or valuable collection of tableware. The background of the image is neutral, which highlights the silver tureen's details and craftsmanship.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-27

This is an ornate silver soup tureen or serving vessel, likely from the late 18th or early 19th century. It features a neoclassical design with elaborate decorative elements including:

  • A domed lid with a decorative finial on top
  • Two angular handles on either side
  • Ornate lion's paw feet supporting the base
  • Detailed embossed or chased patterns around the rim and lid
  • A rounded, bulbous body with a polished silver finish
  • Lion head decorative elements where the handles meet the body

The piece appears to be made of sterling silver or silver plate and shows some patina consistent with its age. It's a fine example of Georgian or Regency period silverwork, demonstrating the sophisticated craftsmanship typical of formal dining service pieces from that era.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-17

The image shows an antique silver tureen or lidded serving dish. It has an ornate, decorative design with intricate patterns and textures. The tureen has a domed lid with a delicate, floral finial on top. The body of the tureen is oval-shaped, supported by four decorative feet. The handles on the sides are also elaborately decorated. The overall appearance suggests this is a high-quality, decorative piece of tableware or serving ware from an earlier era.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image depicts a silver sugar bowl with an ornate design, featuring a lid and two handles. The bowl is crafted from silver and boasts a rounded shape, with a flat bottom and a slightly curved top. It is adorned with intricate engravings along its edges, adding to its aesthetic appeal.

The lid of the sugar bowl is also made of silver and features a small knob on top, allowing for easy opening and closing. The two handles are attached to either side of the bowl, providing a secure grip when lifting or carrying it.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the sugar bowl. Overall, the image presents a beautifully crafted piece of silverware that would be a valuable addition to any table setting.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image features a stunning antique silver sugar bowl with ornate handles and a lid, showcasing a rich history and craftsmanship.

  • Sugar Bowl:
    • Made of silver
    • Oval shape with a flat bottom
    • Decorated with an intricate floral pattern around the rim
    • Two handles on either side, each featuring a lion's head at the base
    • A small finial on top of the lid, shaped like a flower or leaf
  • Lid:
    • Fits snugly over the top of the sugar bowl
    • Features a decorative edge that matches the pattern on the sugar bowl
    • Has a small knob in the center for easy lifting
  • Handles:
    • Made of the same silver material as the sugar bowl
    • Feature a lion's head at the base, adding an element of strength and power
    • Are curved outward, providing a comfortable grip for handling the sugar bowl
  • Background:
    • A plain gray background that allows the sugar bowl to be the focal point
    • Provides a neutral setting that highlights the beauty and craftsmanship of the sugar bowl

In summary, the image showcases a beautifully crafted antique silver sugar bowl with intricate details and ornate handles, set against a simple gray background that accentuates its elegance and sophistication.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image features a silver object, possibly a teapot, resting on a gray surface. The teapot has a lid adorned with a flower design and is supported by two handles. The handles are intricately designed, featuring lion heads with detailed features, including eyes, manes, and claws. The body of the teapot is also decorated with ornate patterns, adding to its elegance. The teapot's overall design suggests it is a valuable and finely crafted piece of silverware.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image features a silver-plated teapot with a lid and a handle on each side. The teapot is intricately designed and has a shiny surface. It has a round shape and is supported by four legs, each adorned with a lion's head. The teapot's lid is adorned with a flower-like design. The teapot is placed on a gray surface, which is probably a table.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-23

Here is a description of the image:

A head-on shot features an ornate, lidded, silver pot standing on a plain gray surface. The pot is round and bulbous, perched on four legs. Each leg is adorned with a lion's head at the top, with the leg itself ending in what appears to be a paw.

Two straight, tall handles extend upwards from the sides of the pot. The handles are embellished with intricate designs.

The pot has a flat lid with a raised, floral detail on top. The edge of the pot just below the lid is decorated with a pattern of swirls and floral motifs.

The silver surface of the pot reflects light, giving it a shiny and metallic appearance. The background is kept simple and nondescript, emphasizing the pot as the main subject of the image.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-23

Here's a description of the image:

The image features a silver sugar bowl, presented against a simple gray background. The bowl is round with a slight curve, and rests on four ornate legs, each designed with a lion's head at the top and a detailed claw foot. The sides of the bowl are undecorated, allowing the gleaming silver to reflect the surrounding light.

The bowl has a lid, which is flat with a round center knob, and features decorative floral and leaf patterns. The bowl's rim is similarly adorned with a band of intricate carvings. The handles are square and arched and decorated.

The overall impression is of an antique, elegant, and meticulously crafted piece of silverware. The simple background serves to highlight the detail and sheen of the bowl.