Human Generated Data

Title

Shovel for Incense

Date

1st century CE

People

-

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2012.1.109

Human Generated Data

Title

Shovel for Incense

Date

1st century CE

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University, 2012.1.109

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-20

Tool 73.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-20

no person 97.8
vintage 95.2
still life 94.1
old 94
container 93.5
rust 93.2
wear 89.7
box 89
one 88.7
building 88.2
iron 84.5
wood 84.4
rusty 84.1
metalwork 84
antique 83.5
desktop 81.6
cutout 81.5
art 80.7
decoration 80.7
retro 80.7

Imagga
created on 2019-07-20

bat 65.5
placental 51.9
wallet 40.6
holster 39.5
mammal 35.5
sheath 32.2
container 31.8
paper 30.5
purse 28.8
old 28.5
case 25.8
vertebrate 25.7
protective covering 24.6
vintage 22.3
bag 21.2
brown 20.6
money 20.4
empty 18.9
grunge 18.7
leather 18
object 17.6
antique 17.3
aged 16.3
covering 16.3
currency 16.1
book 15.8
retro 15.6
close 15.4
texture 15.3
finance 15.2
page 13.9
metal 13.7
dirty 13.5
chordate 13
blank 12.9
business 12.7
ancient 12.1
note 11.9
cash 11.9
wealth 11.7
black 11.4
dollar 11.1
open 10.8
objects 10.4
savings 10.2
closeup 10.1
wood 10
financial 9.8
manuscript 9.8
textured 9.6
card 9.3
shopping 9.2
art 9.1
gold 9
single 9
paying 8.7
hundred 8.7
rusty 8.6
dark 8.3
document 8.3
frame 8.3
sign 8.3
letter 8.2
one 8.2
pattern 8.2
backgrounds 8.1
tool 8.1
decoration 8.1
success 8
light 8
design 7.9
pocket 7.8
nobody 7.8
closed 7.7
used 7.7
worn 7.6
damaged 7.6
grungy 7.6
style 7.4
yellow 7.3
cut 7.2
material 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-20

Metal 60.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-20

weapon 90.3
indoor 89.8
piece 73.8
metal 73.6
old 62.5
bronze 50.6
accessory 39.9
case 32.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Axe

Clarifai

Auto part

AWS Rekognition

Axe 73.4%

Clarifai

Auto part 65%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-20

nature landscape 55%
pets animals 26.1%
paintings art 14.7%
food drinks 1.9%
cars vehicles 1.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-20

a piece of luggage 53.8%
a piece of luggage sitting on top of a table 27.4%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a small metal object with a handle and a handle

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

an old metal object with a handle and a handle

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This image shows a metal artifact that appears to be a dustpan or scoop, possibly made of bronze or a similar material. The item shows signs of aging, with a rough, corroded surface and patches of discoloration. The dustpan has a rectangular flat surface with raised edges, some of which are damaged or chipped. There are small holes visible in its surface. The handle is cylindrical and features decorative rings or ridges along its length, as well as an ornate transition between the handle and the dustpan. The item suggests historical or archaeological significance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image shows a bronze implement that appears to be a Roman cheese grater dated to between the 1st and 3rd century CE. The artifact has a square receptacle with worn and tarnished bronze surfaces, indicative of age and use. It has elevated edges and a handle protruding from one side. The handle itself has a cylindrical form with a slightly flared end and a ridged section near where it attaches to the main square piece. The surface of the square receptacle shows signs of discoloration, possibly from oxidation or previous usage. There also appears to be some damage at the edge, suggesting that it has been well-used or exposed to the elements over time. The design and material suggest it was a functional object used in daily life in the Roman period.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an old, weathered metal object that appears to be some kind of tool or device. It has a rectangular shape with a handle protruding from one side. The surface of the object is covered in dirt and grime, suggesting it is an antique or historical artifact. The overall appearance of the object conveys a sense of age and wear, hinting at its potential historical significance or use.

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

This appears to be an ancient writing tablet, likely a Roman wax tablet. It has a flat, rectangular surface with raised edges that would have held wax for writing, and features a distinctive handle with decorative turning or carving. The tablet appears to be made of wood or clay and shows significant age with its weathered, brownish-gray coloring and worn surface. These tablets were commonly used in ancient times as reusable writing surfaces - the wax could be heated and smoothed to create a fresh writing surface. The handle would have made it easy to hold while writing or carrying the tablet. This is an important historical artifact that provides insight into ancient writing and communication methods.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a bronze object, possibly an ancient artifact, with a long handle and a rectangular base. The object is positioned at an angle, with the handle extending to the left and the base facing the right.

The bronze object has a dark patina, indicating its age and exposure to the elements. The handle is long and slender, with a rounded end that appears to be designed for grasping or holding. The base of the object is rectangular, with a flat surface and a series of small protrusions along the edges. There are also some small holes or indentations on the surface of the base, which may have served as a means of attachment or decoration.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the bronze object. The lighting in the image is soft and even, with no harsh shadows or reflections that might distract from the object's features.

Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the bronze object, allowing the viewer to appreciate its craftsmanship and historical significance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image features an ancient metal object, likely a tool or utensil, with a rectangular shape and a handle attached to one end. The object is made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a dark brown patina, indicating age and wear. The handle is long and thin, with a rounded end that fits comfortably in the hand. The rectangular part of the object has a flat top and bottom, with a slight curve on the sides. It appears to have been used for a specific purpose, such as cutting or scraping, but its exact function is unclear.

The background of the image is a plain gray surface, which helps to highlight the details of the object. A shadow is cast by the object, suggesting that it was photographed under artificial lighting conditions. Overall, the image provides a clear view of the object's design and construction, allowing viewers to appreciate its craftsmanship and historical significance.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image shows an antique bronze object that appears to be a piece of ancient Chinese art. The object has a rectangular shape with a handle on the left side. The handle is made of bronze and has a curved design. The object's surface is covered in dirt and has some scratches and dents. There are two holes on the object's surface, and the edges are slightly curved. The object's shadow falls on the surface.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image shows an antique object with a square-shaped base and a long handle. The object appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a worn and aged appearance. The base has a rectangular shape with a flat surface, and the handle is attached to one of the corners. The object is placed on a gray surface, possibly a table or a shelf.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-05

The image shows an aged, possibly ancient, metal object with a handle and a flat, rectangular container. The object is lying on a grey background.

The handle is cylindrical and appears to be segmented. The container is framed by raised edges and has decorative corner pieces. There is a dark area in the center of the container, suggesting residue or tarnish. The metal has a dull, aged appearance with hints of green oxidation, particularly around the edges and corners. There are also some visible imperfections, such as chips or breaks in the metal.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-05

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image shows a close-up of an antique or possibly ancient bronze object. It appears to be a handled tray or shovel-like implement. The object shows signs of age and wear.

Specific Features:

  • Shape: The object consists of two primary parts: a handle and a rectangular tray. The tray has a raised edge, and the top corner has a decorative embellishment.
  • Handle: The handle is cylindrical. It appears to have a section that resembles a bamboo joint and a flared end that seems to connect the handle to the tray.
  • Tray: The tray is rectangular and appears somewhat shallow. The surface has a rough, dusty texture. The corners of the tray feature a decorative embellishment.
  • Material and Condition: The object appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal. The surface has a dark, aged patina with signs of wear and possible oxidation or corrosion. Some sections of the edge have small breaks.

Possible Context:

Based on the appearance, it might be a small tray used for some ritual or practical purpose. It has a sense of antiquity and historical significance.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts an antique, metal object that appears to be a small, rectangular pan or tray with a handle. The object shows significant signs of wear and age, indicating it may be quite old. The pan itself has a flat bottom and slightly raised edges. The handle is cylindrical and extends from one end of the pan, with a slight thickening near the top. There is some visible corrosion and discoloration on the surface, which is typical of aged metal items. The overall appearance suggests it might have been used for holding or transferring small quantities of material, possibly for cooking or another utilitarian purpose. The design and construction suggest it could be a historical artifact.

Qwen

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