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Human Generated Data

Title

Printed Image (Imbutsu) of Sanskrit Calligraphy

Date

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People

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Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Sylvan Barnet and William Burto, 2014.158

Human Generated Data

Title

Printed Image (Imbutsu) of Sanskrit Calligraphy

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Sylvan Barnet and William Burto, 2014.158

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Text 99.9
Handwriting 97.8
Calligraphy 96.8
Rug 88.9

Clarifai
created on 2018-06-29

retro 97.9
paper 97.4
illustration 97.1
design 96.9
vintage 96.9
pattern 96.7
symbol 96.5
collection 96.2
document 96.1
texture 95.9
art 95.5
antique 95.3
vector 94.3
print 92.9
old 92.9
decoration 92.9
Book 92.4
style 92.3
manuscript 92
abstract 91.8
desktop 91.4

Imagga
created on 2018-06-29

journal 44.2
old 37.7
texture 32.7
binder 32.6
vintage 31.5
pattern 29.4
paper 29.1
design 28.2
antique 27.4
retro 27.1
binding 25.8
protective covering 23.9
grunge 23.9
art 23.6
arabesque 22.7
frame 22.6
decoration 21.8
book 21.4
notebook 20.3
covering 19.1
border 19
floral 18.7
page 18.6
wallpaper 18.4
decor 17.7
textured 17.6
ancient 17.3
graphic 16.8
ornate 15.6
ornament 15.5
brown 15.5
aged 15.4
dirty 15.4
canvas 15.2
element 14.9
blank 14.6
style 14.1
detail 13.7
material 13.4
card 13.2
fabric 13
stained 12.5
color 12.3
cover 12
empty 12
letter 11.9
cotton 11.9
rough 11.9
scroll 11.5
text 11.4
sheet 11.3
backdrop 10.7
menu 10.5
textile 10.5
drawing 10.4
swirl 10.1
leaf 10.1
flower 10
backgrounds 9.7
close 9.7
print 9.4
yellow 9.3
decorative 9.2
paint 9.1
surface 8.8
sepia 8.7
parchment 8.6
elegant 8.6
document 8.4
artwork 8.3
gold 8.2
effect 8.2
history 8.1
burlap 8
creative 8
holiday 7.9
artistic 7.8
stamp 7.8
map 7.7
beige 7.7
modern 7.7
line 7.7
ink 7.7
shape 7.5
greeting 7.4
template 7.3

Google
created on 2018-06-29

text 95.2
calligraphy 80.2
font 77.7
handwriting 73.6
history 66.9
material 59
writing 51.4
pattern 51
paper 50.4

Microsoft
created on 2018-06-29

text 99.6
document 64.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 88.9%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

a scroll with chinese characters and writing -100%
a photograph of a chinese writing on a piece of paper with writing on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts an old manuscript or scroll filled with handwritten script. The script is written in neatly arranged columns and rows and appears to be a form of calligraphy. Each character seems to exhibit a distinct shape, typical of traditional Asian calligraphy, possibly Tibetan or another script used in Buddhist texts. The background appears to be aged parchment or paper, suggesting that this is a historical document. The borders of the scroll are adorned with a patterned or textured fabric, adding to the overall aesthetic and historical feel of the piece.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-18

The image you've provided is of a manuscript featuring rows of what appears to be East Asian calligraphy. The script is traditional and artistic, suggesting it might be a form of classical Chinese, Japanese, or Korean writing. There's a significant amount of text organized in vertical columns that run from top to bottom and read from right to left, which is characteristic of East Asian scripts.

The paper has an aged look with slight discoloration, indicating it might be an old document or designed to look like one. There is a border around the main body of text that is slightly darker, hinting at a possible protective or decorative frame or edge specific to the type of manuscript.

It is not possible to provide a direct translation without recognizing the specific script and understanding the content, which requires proficiency in the particular language and script used in the document.

Anthropic Claude

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

This appears to be a traditional East Asian calligraphic scroll featuring vertical columns of text written in what looks like Sanskrit or Tibetan script. The characters are written in neat, ordered rows from top to bottom and arranged in multiple columns across the width of the scroll. The text is written on light-colored paper or silk that has been mounted on a darker brown backing material. The script appears to be religious or sacred in nature, possibly a sutra or religious text, given its formal presentation and careful execution. The characters are written with consistent spacing and size, showing skilled calligraphy work. The scroll format and style of writing is characteristic of Buddhist religious texts from East Asia.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-18

The image appears to be a piece of calligraphic writing in an East Asian script, likely Chinese or Korean. The text is composed of numerous characters arranged in vertical rows, suggesting it may be a passage of text or a religious/philosophical text. The characters seem to be written in a cursive, elegant style characteristic of traditional calligraphy. Without being able to identify any specific individuals, the image appears to be a visually striking example of East Asian calligraphic art.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-26

This image appears to be a page from an ancient or historical text written in what looks like Tibetan script. The text is written vertically in neat columns from left to right, with each character carefully brushed in black ink on what appears to be aged, beige-colored paper or parchment. The document is mounted on what seems to be a brown textile or paper backing. The script characters are flowing and calligraphic in nature, typical of traditional Tibetan writing. The text appears to be well-preserved despite its apparent age, with the characters remaining clear and legible.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a vertical scroll featuring a series of Tibetan script characters, arranged in rows. The characters are written in black ink on a beige background, which is framed by a brown border. The script appears to be a form of Tibetan calligraphy, with each character carefully rendered in a flowing, cursive style.

The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the intricate characters and delicate lines creating a sense of refinement and culture. The use of black ink on a beige background adds a sense of contrast and visual interest, while the brown border provides a subtle frame for the script.

It is worth noting that the image may be a reproduction or digital rendering of an original artwork, rather than an actual physical scroll. However, regardless of its origin, the image remains a striking example of Tibetan calligraphy and a testament to the beauty and craftsmanship of this ancient art form.

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

The image presents a vertical, rectangular piece of paper or parchment featuring an intricate script written in black ink. The text is densely packed, with each line consisting of approximately 20-30 characters. The script appears to be a form of calligraphy, possibly in a language such as Tibetan or Chinese.

The paper itself has a light tan color with a subtle texture, suggesting it may be made from rice paper or a similar material. A thin, dark brown border surrounds the paper, adding a sense of depth and framing the text.

The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the intricate script and carefully crafted border creating a sense of refinement and cultural significance. The use of a traditional material like rice paper adds to the image's aesthetic appeal, evoking a sense of history and cultural heritage.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-24

The image shows a handwritten document with text written in a cursive style. The text is written in a foreign language, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The document appears to be an old handwritten letter or document, possibly from the 19th century. The text is written on a beige-colored paper with a brown border. The paper has some creases and wrinkles, indicating its age. The text is written in a cursive style, with some letters connected and others separated. The handwriting is neat and legible, with a consistent style throughout the document. The image provides a glimpse into the past and the culture of the time, as handwritten documents were commonly used for communication before the invention of typewriters and computers.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-24

The image is a photograph of a piece of paper or parchment with writing on it. The paper is rectangular and appears to be aged, with a slightly yellowish hue and some signs of wear and tear. The writing on the paper is in a foreign script, possibly Chinese or Japanese. The characters are written in a neat, calligraphic style, with each character occupying a separate square space. The text is arranged in vertical columns, with each column containing several characters. The characters are written in black ink on the yellowish paper, creating a striking contrast. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the piece may be a work of art or a valuable historical document.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image appears to be a scroll or panel displaying rows of handwritten characters. The characters are written in a script that is not readily identifiable, and it is likely an ancient or non-Western alphabet. The characters are dark, contrasting with the aged, off-white background material. The arrangement is structured, with the characters aligned neatly in horizontal lines. The edges of the scroll are framed with a simple border. The texture and color palette suggest a historical or antique artifact.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-27

The image shows a vertical scroll with rows of script. The script appears to be an East Asian language, possibly Tibetan or related, due to the rounded and somewhat stylized forms of the characters. The writing is densely packed, filling the entire surface. The scroll appears to be made of aged paper, with a light brown background, suggesting its age or material. It is framed by a wooden border and a blue-green edge.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-27

The image depicts a vertical scroll with handwritten text in what appears to be an ancient or classical script. The text is written in neat, evenly spaced rows, and the characters are consistent in size and style. The script seems to be a form of calligraphy, possibly from an East Asian culture, given the style of the characters.

The scroll itself is framed with a border, which is likely made of fabric or paper, and it has a traditional appearance. The background of the scroll is a light beige or cream color, which contrasts with the dark ink used for the writing. The overall condition of the scroll appears to be well-preserved, with no visible tears or significant damage.

This type of scroll is often used for important documents, religious texts, or literary works in various cultures. The precise nature of the text—whether it is a poem, a religious scripture, a historical document, or something else—cannot be determined without further context or translation.

Text analysis

Amazon

b2.
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Google

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武梦
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저귀
저쳐
乔奋
敌貸
夾梦
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