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Title

Blossoming Plum Tree

Date

mid-19th century

People

Artist: Cho Hŭi-ryong, Korean 1789 - 1866

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 2003.86.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Blossoming Plum Tree

People

Artist: Cho Hŭi-ryong, Korean 1789 - 1866

Date

mid-19th century

Classification

Paintings

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane Fund for Asian Art, 2003.86.2

Machine Generated Data

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Amazon
created on 2023-10-23

Art 100
Painting 100
Drawing 86.6
Text 77

Clarifai
created on 2018-08-20

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Imagga
created on 2018-08-20

sketch 100
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map 80
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Google
created on 2018-08-20

tree 73.2
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painting 62.2
art 60.9
black and white 60.3
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Microsoft
created on 2018-08-20

text 100
map 99.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

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Tree

Clarifai

Tree 52.6%

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Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-08-20

a close up of a map 72.9%
close up of a map 69.1%
a map with text 55.4%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-27

a painting of a tree with flowers and birds

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-28

a photograph of a painting of a bird on a tree branch

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-29

The image depicts a traditional Chinese ink and watercolor painting of a plum blossom tree. The painting features the intricate, winding branches of the tree rendered in bold, expressive brush strokes of black ink. Delicate pink blossoms with subtle red accents are sparsely scattered across the branches, providing a beautiful contrast to the starkness of the tree. The composition captures the elegance and resilience of the plum blossom, a common symbol of perseverance and hope in Chinese culture. There is also some Chinese calligraphy and red stamps along the left side of the artwork, adding to its traditional aesthetic. The background is left mostly plain, keeping the focus on the natural form and beauty of the tree.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-25

This image features a traditional East Asian painting, specifically in a style reminiscent of classical Chinese ink paintings. It is a vertical composition that depicts a blossoming plum tree, a common subject symbolizing resilience and renewal in East Asian art. The branches of the tree are angular and extend from the bottom left towards the upper right corner of the painting. The branches appear old and gnarled, suggesting the tree's age and strength.

The plum blossoms are rendered in shades of pink and red, dotting the branches sparingly. These blossoms stand out against the monochrome grays and blacks used to depict the branches and the pale background. The painting exudes a sense of delicate beauty and quiet perseverance.

In the top right, there's a block of East Asian script, likely Chinese, which may indicate the artist's signature, a seal, or poem related to the image. There's also a red seal stamp near the script, which is a traditional mark of authentication by the artist. The art style displays the characteristic brushwork and ink wash techniques that are integral to this genre of painting, focusing on the beauty of natural forms and simplicity.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

This image appears to be a traditional East Asian landscape painting, likely created using Chinese or Japanese ink and brush techniques. The painting depicts a serene natural scene with delicate cherry blossom branches in bloom, contrasted against a rugged, mountainous backdrop rendered in soft, muted tones. The composition suggests a sense of harmony and balance between the natural elements, creating an evocative and atmospheric visual impression.

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

This is a traditional East Asian ink painting, likely Chinese or Japanese, depicting plum blossoms (梅花, meihua in Chinese) on twisted, gnarled branches. The artwork is executed in the traditional sumi-e or ink wash painting style, with delicate pink plum blossoms contrasting against dark, dynamic brushstrokes that form the tree's branches and trunk. The composition spans multiple panels, creating a flowing, continuous scene. The painting demonstrates the characteristic minimalist aesthetic of East Asian brush painting, with areas of empty space (called "negative space" or "ma" in Japanese aesthetics) that are just as important as the painted elements. The plum blossoms, which traditionally symbolize perseverance and the arrival of spring, are rendered with subtle touches of pink against the monochromatic ink work of the branches. There appears to be some calligraphy in the traditional style as well, likely providing details about the artist or containing a poetic inscription.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-23

The image depicts a traditional Chinese painting of a flowering tree, rendered in black ink and subtle pink hues on a beige background. The tree's branches are adorned with delicate pink blossoms, while the trunk and leaves are depicted in bold black brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of elegance and simplicity, evoking the beauty of nature.

In the top-left corner, a vertical column of Chinese characters adds an air of authenticity to the piece. The characters appear to be a poem or inscription, but their meaning is unclear without further context.

The painting's style is reminiscent of traditional Chinese art, with its emphasis on bold brushstrokes and subtle coloration. The use of black ink and pink hues creates a striking contrast that draws the viewer's eye to the blossoms.

Overall, the image is a beautiful representation of traditional Chinese art, capturing the essence of nature and the beauty of the flowering tree.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-22

The image depicts a traditional Chinese painting of a blooming cherry blossom tree. The painting is rendered in black ink and subtle pink hues, with the tree's branches and trunk rendered in bold, expressive strokes. The blossoms are depicted as delicate, intricate flowers with five petals each, scattered throughout the branches.

The painting also features a few birds perched on the branches, adding a sense of movement and life to the scene. The background of the painting is a soft, creamy white, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the tree and its blossoms.

Overall, the image presents a serene and peaceful depiction of nature, capturing the beauty and simplicity of a blooming cherry blossom tree.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a traditional East Asian painting, characterized by its minimalist style and monochromatic palette. The painting features a tree, likely a plum tree, rendered in shades of black, gray, and white, with delicate pink blossoms scattered along the branches. The tree's branches are intricately detailed, with a natural, flowing form that suggests movement and life. The background is a soft, muted white, providing a gentle contrast to the tree's dark branches and pink flowers. The painting's composition is balanced, with the tree occupying the center of the frame, surrounded by a subtle sense of space and depth. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom left corner, indicating the work's origin and creator.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-04

The image depicts a traditional painting of a tree, possibly a cherry blossom tree, with branches adorned with pink flowers. The painting is done in a monochromatic style, with shades of black, gray, and white, and a few touches of pink for the flowers. The branches are intricately detailed, with a rough texture and natural curvature. The painting has a serene and peaceful atmosphere, evoking a sense of tranquility and beauty.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-26

This is an ink wash painting of a blossoming plum tree. The tree trunk is rendered in varying shades of gray, suggesting its age and texture. Small pink blossoms are scattered throughout the branches, adding a touch of color and suggesting the arrival of spring. The composition is vertical, with the tree extending from the bottom to the top of the frame. On the left side, there is some Chinese calligraphy and a red seal. The background is a light, neutral tone, allowing the tree to stand out. The overall style is traditional and serene, evoking a sense of natural beauty and contemplation.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-26

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a traditional ink wash painting, likely of East Asian origin, depicting a gnarled tree in bloom. The painting is vertical, emphasizing the height and stature of the tree.

Key elements and characteristics:

  • Subject: The primary focus is a mature tree, its thick, dark branches reaching upwards and outwards. The texture of the bark is emphasized with rough, expressive brushstrokes.
  • Blossoms: Delicate pink blossoms are scattered along the branches, suggesting a spring scene. Their subtle color contrasts with the darker tones of the tree.
  • Technique: The painting style utilizes ink wash techniques, which is a wet painting style, creating various shades of gray and black. The brushwork is loose and expressive, with variations in line weight and density, creating depth and visual interest.
  • Composition: The composition is asymmetric, the tree trunk dominating the left side of the picture. The branches and blossoms help balance the painting.
  • Calligraphy/Text: There is also calligraphy in the upper-left corner.
  • Color Palette: The color palette is limited to black ink, diluted to create gray tones, and soft pink for the blossoms. The simplicity of the colors emphasizes the forms and textures.
  • Atmosphere: The painting evokes a sense of peace, tranquility, and reverence for nature. The use of space and soft colors contribute to a feeling of openness and serenity.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-04-25

The image is a traditional East Asian ink painting, likely of Chinese origin, depicting a scene of a gnarled tree with branches adorned with delicate pink blossoms. The painting is executed in a monochromatic style with subtle use of color for the blossoms, emphasizing the natural beauty and intricate details of the tree.

Key elements of the painting include:

  1. Tree and Branches: The tree has twisted and rugged branches, painted with varying shades of black and gray ink to create depth and texture. The branches extend in different directions, giving a sense of movement and dynamism.

  2. Blossoms: Small pink blossoms are scattered throughout the branches, adding a touch of color and life to the otherwise monochromatic scene. The blossoms are painted delicately, suggesting the fragility and beauty of nature.

  3. Background: The background is left mostly blank, which is a common technique in East Asian ink paintings to highlight the subject matter and create a sense of space and tranquility.

  4. Calligraphy: There is calligraphy on the left side of the painting, which likely includes the artist's signature and possibly a poem or description related to the scene. The calligraphy is written in traditional Chinese characters.

  5. Composition: The composition is vertical, which is typical for hanging scrolls. The tree occupies most of the space, drawing the viewer's eye upwards along the branches and blossoms.

Overall, the painting captures the essence of natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the artistic and philosophical traditions of East Asian art.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

This image is a traditional East Asian ink-and-wash painting, likely of Chinese or Japanese origin, depicting a blossoming tree, probably a plum tree. The tree trunk is thick and gnarled, with rough, textured bark painted using varying shades of black ink. Branches extend from the trunk, reaching upwards and outwards, with delicate pink blossoms adorning the tips of the branches. The blossoms are painted in soft, pale pink, creating a contrast with the dark ink used for the tree.

The painting is minimalist, with a plain background that emphasizes the tree and its blossoms. In the upper left corner, there is a vertical column of Chinese characters, which appears to be a poem or inscription related to the painting. The brushwork is expressive and free, capturing the essence of the tree and its blossoms in a stylized manner. The overall mood of the painting is serene and contemplative, evoking the beauty of nature and the fleeting nature of life, as symbolized by the plum blossoms.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-26

The image is a traditional Chinese painting featuring a branch of blossoming cherry blossoms (also known as plum blossoms). The branch is depicted with bold, expressive brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and vitality. The blossoms are painted with delicate pink hues, adding a soft contrast to the dark, textured branches. The background is minimal, allowing the focus to remain on the branch and its blossoms. The painting is likely done in the style of Chinese ink painting, which emphasizes the use of black ink and subtle variations in line and wash to convey form and texture. The overall composition is simple yet evocative, capturing the essence of the cherry blossoms in bloom.

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