Human Generated Data

Title

Story of [the] Soga Brothers (Soga Monogatari), 8th of 12 Volumes

Date

17th-18th century

People

-

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.561.8

Human Generated Data

Title

Story of [the] Soga Brothers (Soga Monogatari), 8th of 12 Volumes

Date

17th-18th century

Classification

Calligraphy

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of the Hofer Collection of the Arts of Asia, 1985.561.8

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-05-31

Text 99.9
Handwriting 98.2
Calligraphy 86.8
Bird 61.6
Animal 61.6
Letter 59

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-31

paper 96.8
no person 96.3
retro 95.8
antique 91.6
vintage 91.4
chalk out 90.4
handwriting 89.8
desktop 88.5
illustration 88.2
old 86.4
design 86.2
scribble 86.1
pattern 85
texture 84.3
calligraphy 84.3
vector 84
art 83.6
writing 83.5
dirty 83.2
wallpaper 83

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

menu 56.6
fare 46.2
journal 38.9
paper 34.7
old 33.5
antique 32.8
envelope 31.7
vintage 30
grunge 25.6
food 23.7
drawing 20.4
texture 20.2
map 19.6
text 19.2
retro 18.9
page 17.7
wallpaper 17.7
sepia 17.5
pattern 16.4
dirty 16.3
container 16
book 16
ancient 15.6
aged 14.5
art 13.7
close 13.7
geography 13.5
travel 13.4
world 13.3
sketch 13.2
sheet 13.2
design 13
atlas 13
backdrop 12.4
ocean 11.6
parchment 11.5
symbol 11.5
textured 11.4
globe 11.1
paint 10.9
handwriting 10.8
manuscript 10.8
tourism 10.8
capital 10.5
representation 10.5
plan 10.4
education 10.4
drops 10.4
wave 10.4
journey 10.4
document 10.2
water 10
city 10
border 10
expedition 9.9
history 9.9
written 9.8
location 9.8
find 9.8
guide 9.8
route 9.8
discovery 9.8
card 9.8
continent 9.7
ink 9.7
navigation 9.6
direction 9.5
planet 9.4
write 9.4
splash 9.4
sea 9.4
study 9.3
letter 9.2
gold 9.1
road 9.1
school 9
wet 9
geographic 8.9
boundary 8.9
detail 8.9
navigate 8.8
surface 8.8
position 8.8
tour 8.7
states 8.7
liquid 8.7
nation 8.5
path 8.5
drink 8.4
historic 8.3
pen 8.2
country 8
science 8
cool 8
holiday 7.9
formula 7.9
frame 7.9
mathematics 7.9
explore 7.9
notebook 7.9
artistic 7.8
torn 7.8
stained 7.7
state 7.7
damaged 7.6
word 7.6
writing 7.5
sign 7.5
style 7.4
summer 7.1

Google
created on 2019-05-31

Text 93.6
Font 82
Calligraphy 78.8
Art 74

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-31

handwriting 99.9
letter 93
calligraphy 73.9
text 65.5
drawing 53.1
ink 53
document 31.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Bird 61.6%

Categories

Imagga

text visuals 98.9%
paintings art 1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-05-31

a group of trees 40.6%
a group of people posing for the camera 32.9%
a group of people posing for a picture 32.8%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

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

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

This image features a piece of traditional Japanese calligraphy written vertically on a plain, beige background. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style characteristic of classical Japanese cursive script (called kuzushiji). The writing is composed of black ink on paper, displaying elegant brushstrokes with varied thickness that convey expressive movement. While the content of the text itself is not immediately decipherable for interpretation without expertise in classical Japanese, the overall impression is one of historical or artistic significance, evocative of traditional Japanese culture.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image is a photograph of a page featuring traditional Japanese calligraphy. The text is written in a vertical format, which is typical in Japanese writing. The characters appear to be in a flowing, cursive style, indicative of a form of calligraphy known as "cursive script" or "sōsho" in Japanese. The ink appears slightly faded, suggesting the text may be from an old manuscript or document. The background is a light, beige-colored paper, giving the image a classic and historical appearance. The content of the writing is not immediately clear without translation, but it is likely to be literary or poetic in nature, given the style.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a handwritten text in Japanese characters. The text appears to be written in a cursive, calligraphic style. The characters are arranged in vertical lines, which is a common style for traditional Japanese writing. Without being able to identify any individuals, the image seems to depict a thoughtful, artistic expression in the form of Japanese calligraphy.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be a piece of traditional Japanese calligraphy written in cursive script (草書, sōsho). The text is written vertically from right to left, as is traditional in Japanese writing. The characters are executed in a flowing, artistic style with black ink on what appears to be aged or traditional paper with a light beige color. The calligraphy demonstrates the characteristic connected strokes and abbreviated forms typical of cursive script, making it quite challenging for non-experts to read. The overall composition shows a balanced arrangement of characters on the page, with careful attention to spacing and rhythm in the brushwork.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image presents a piece of Japanese calligraphy, featuring a collection of Japanese characters written in black ink on a beige background. The characters are arranged in vertical columns, with some lines extending beyond the others, creating a sense of depth and visual interest.

The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, with the flowing script and subtle color palette evoking a sense of refinement and cultural heritage. The image appears to be a traditional form of Japanese art, possibly used for decorative purposes or as a form of communication.

The use of black ink on a beige background creates a striking contrast that draws the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the calligraphy. The characters themselves are carefully crafted, with each stroke and curve adding to the overall beauty of the piece.

Overall, the image is a testament to the skill and artistry of Japanese calligraphy, showcasing the unique blend of tradition and aesthetics that defines this ancient art form.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a piece of paper with Japanese calligraphy written on it. The calligraphy is written in black ink and appears to be a poem or passage from a book. The text is written in a flowing, cursive style, with each character carefully crafted to convey the meaning and emotion of the words.

The background of the paper is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the dark ink used for the calligraphy. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the image may be from an old book or manuscript.

The image does not appear to have any other notable features or objects in the background, focusing solely on the calligraphy and the paper it is written on. Overall, the image presents a beautiful example of Japanese calligraphy and the art of writing in this style.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a traditional handwritten text on a piece of aged, cream-colored paper. The text is written in a flowing, cursive script, characteristic of East Asian calligraphy, possibly Japanese or Chinese. The characters are arranged in a vertical layout, with each line of text flowing downwards. The handwriting is elegant, with each stroke meticulously crafted, showcasing the artist's skill and attention to detail. The paper shows signs of aging, with slight discoloration and wear, adding to the historical feel of the document. The overall composition is minimalist, with the focus solely on the text, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

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

The image depicts a piece of paper with a grid of text written in a foreign language. The paper appears to be old, as it has a yellowish tint and some creases. The text is written in a cursive style, with each character flowing into the next. The characters are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with each row containing a different set of characters. The image has a minimalist aesthetic, with the focus being on the text itself.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a close-up of a piece of calligraphy written in a traditional East Asian style, likely Japanese. The script is fluid, with flowing strokes, and appears to be written with a brush and ink on textured paper. The overall aesthetic is one of elegance and tradition.

Specifics:

  • Text: The text is written in a vertical format, with each line of characters stacked on top of the other. The style of writing, the use of curved strokes, and the characters themselves, suggest Japanese or a similar East Asian language. The upper right of the image indicates "着我物治卷第八闯绿."
  • Style: The calligraphy appears to be in a cursive style (also known as "so-sho" in Japanese), where the strokes are often joined and the characters can be stylized and simplified.
  • Materials: The paper has a warm, off-white hue. The ink appears to be a rich, dark black. The contrast between the ink and the paper is strong, making the text clear.
  • Composition: The composition is simple, focusing solely on the written text. The layout is clean and uncluttered, with the text taking up most of the visual space.
  • Condition: The paper shows signs of age and wear, which suggests that this is an old document.

Possible Interpretation:

Based on the style and appearance, this image is most likely a historical document or work of art. It could be an excerpt from a larger text, a poem, or even a personal note. Without being able to understand the language, it is hard to know for sure.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a page of Japanese calligraphy on a light beige background, probably paper or parchment. The text, written in black ink, consists of vertical columns of flowing characters with varying stroke thickness and spacing, characteristic of Japanese calligraphy. The text appears to be handwritten and has a graceful, artistic quality. The top right corner of the image has some larger characters that seem to be part of the title or a section header. The rest of the page consists of multiple lines of calligraphy with each line potentially representing a different subject or idea. The overall impression is that of an old and valued document.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a piece of traditional Japanese calligraphy written in vertical columns. The text is handwritten in a cursive style, likely using a brush and ink on a light-colored, possibly beige or off-white, paper. The characters are arranged in a traditional format, read from right to left and top to bottom.

The calligraphy appears to be a poem or a piece of literature, given the artistic style and the vertical arrangement typical of classical Japanese writing. The characters are written in a flowing, elegant script, which suggests a high level of skill and artistry.

At the end of the text, there is a signature or a seal, which is common in traditional Japanese calligraphy to denote the author or the artist. The overall aesthetic is one of elegance and refinement, characteristic of traditional Japanese art.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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