Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of a Circular, Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of a Swastika (a Buddhist Symbol and also a Stylized Chinese Character for 'Man' [Chinese, 'Wan'; "Ten Thousand"]) Surrounded by Beads, Lotus Buds, and Formalized Cloud Scrolls

Date

918 - 1392

People

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Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of David K. and Rita S. Jordt, 1995.1169.548

Human Generated Data

Title

Fragment of a Circular, Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of a Swastika (a Buddhist Symbol and also a Stylized Chinese Character for 'Man' [Chinese, 'Wan'; "Ten Thousand"]) Surrounded by Beads, Lotus Buds, and Formalized Cloud Scrolls

Date

918 - 1392

Classification

Architectural Elements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of David K. and Rita S. Jordt, 1995.1169.548

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-07

Sea Life 90
Animal 90
Turtle 90
Reptile 90
Snake 84.5
Sphere 80.3
Archaeology 76.7
Bronze 71.2
Fossil 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-07

old 99.4
ancient 98.8
desktop 98
decoration 97.6
art 96.9
antique 96.8
round out 96.6
round 95.6
sculpture 95.4
symbol 94.4
vintage 94.3
craft 93.8
pattern 93.8
closeup 93.2
design 93
shape 92.4
culture 91.7
traditional 90.5
pottery 90.2
no person 88.9

Imagga
created on 2019-07-07

brown 20.6
food 20.2
money 19.6
close 18.9
currency 18
nut 17.5
shell 17.2
finance 16.9
closeup 16.9
snack 16.2
cash 15.6
fruit 15.5
object 15.4
coin 14.3
ball 14
decoration 13.8
banking 13.8
walnut 13
healthy 12.6
financial 12.5
plug 12.2
circle 12
old 11.9
organic 11.8
wealth 11.7
coins 11.6
single 11.5
amulet 11.2
economy 11.1
business 10.3
nutshell 9.9
bank 9.9
relief 9.5
hard 9.5
golden 9.5
art 9.4
nutrition 9.2
earth 9.2
decorative 9.2
charm 8.8
ingredient 8.8
circular 8.8
sweet 8.7
whole 8.6
nobody 8.6
tasty 8.4
globe 8.3
sphere 8.3
vintage 8.3
creative 7.9
conceptual 7.9
seasonal 7.9
seed 7.6
one 7.5
bowl 7.5
design 7.4
group 7.3
metal 7.2
shiny 7.1
market 7.1
breakfast 7.1
decor 7.1
cutout 7

Google
created on 2019-07-07

Stone carving 89.6
Carving 84.3
earthenware 80.5
Artifact 78.4
Rock 64.4
Ceramic 64
Sculpture 59.5
Art 58.1
Pottery 51.6

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-07

ancient 73
artifact 58.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Turtle
Snake
Turtle 90%
Snake 84.5%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 97.9%
food drinks 2.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-07

a close up of a persons face 47.1%
a close up of a face 47%
a close up of a mans face 36.6%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-21

a photograph of a stoneware with a circular design on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image displays a carved circular stone artifact with a swastika symbol prominently featured at its center. The swastika is surrounded by a dotted circular border and several radiating oval shapes, which appear to be decorative motifs. The outer edge of the artifact contains intricate swirling patterns.

The swastika is an ancient symbol that has been used in various cultures, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, to represent auspiciousness, well-being, and good fortune. It is important to note the historical and cultural contexts of this symbol, as its modern interpretations have varied drastically due to misuse in other contexts. The artifact appears to be incomplete, with a portion of the stone chipped away.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts an ancient decorative stone carving featuring a central swastika symbol. The carving is circular and appears to be a part of a tile or relic. Surrounding the swastika are several rounded knobs or bumps arranged in a circular fashion, enclosed within two concentric rings. The outermost ring is intricately decorated with symmetrical patterns and swirls. The stone has a rough texture and has some visible chips or breakage along the edges, indicating wear or damage over time. The swastika symbol is rotated slightly suggesting a traditional orientation often associated with ancient Asian cultures, rather than the upright version associated with the 20th-century Nazi emblem. The background is a gradient of light blue to grey, indicating a neutral setting for photographing the artifact.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows a carved stone object with a distinctive symbol in the center. The symbol appears to be a swastika, which was an ancient symbol used in many cultures before it was co-opted by the Nazi regime. The stone object has an intricate, decorative border around the central symbol. The overall appearance suggests this is an ancient artifact or relic, likely from a historical or archaeological context.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows an ancient stone carving or seal. It appears to be a circular or disc-shaped object carved with intricate patterns and symbols. The carving has a rough, weathered texture suggesting it is quite old.

The design features a central swastika symbol surrounded by dots or small circular indentations arranged in concentric rings or a spiral pattern. The swastika is an ancient symbol that has been used in various cultures, often representing concepts like divinity, spirituality or good fortune.

The object seems to be made from stone, likely sandstone or a similar material based on its color and texture. It has an aged, archaeological appearance, hinting that it may be an artifact from an ancient civilization or culture. The detailed carving and use of the swastika motif suggest it likely held religious, ceremonial or symbolic significance to the people who created it.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This image shows an ancient carved stone or clay disk with circular decorative patterns. It appears to be an archaeological artifact with a central symbol surrounded by a ring of oval or egg-shaped protrusions. The piece has ornate scroll-like designs around its border and shows signs of age and weathering. The overall design is symmetrical and appears to be deliberately crafted as some kind of seal, medallion, or decorative object. The material appears to be a light beige or sandy colored stone or clay material.

I should note that I cannot and should not provide any interpretation of any potentially controversial historical symbols that may appear in archaeological artifacts. I'll focus solely on describing the physical characteristics and artistic elements of the piece.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image features an ancient artifact, likely a seal or medallion, crafted from stone. The object's circular shape is adorned with a swastika-like symbol at its center, surrounded by a series of concentric circles and dots. The outermost circle is embellished with intricate carvings of leaves or vines, adding to the artifact's ornate design.

The stone's light brown hue is complemented by darker brown accents, which may be indicative of wear or aging. The artifact's edges appear rough and weathered, suggesting it has been exposed to the elements for an extended period.

The background of the image transitions from a light gray at the top to white at the bottom, creating a subtle gradient effect. A faint shadow is visible beneath the artifact, adding depth to the overall composition.

Overall, the image presents a detailed and visually striking representation of an ancient artifact, inviting the viewer to ponder its origins, purpose, and significance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a circular, stone-like object with a swastika symbol in the center. The object is positioned at an angle, with the left side closer to the viewer and the right side further away. It appears to be made of a light-colored material, possibly stone or clay, and has a rough texture.

The swastika symbol is carved into the center of the object, surrounded by a circle of small dots. The outer edge of the object features a decorative pattern of lines and shapes, which adds to its overall aesthetic appeal.

The background of the image is a gradient of blue and white, which helps to highlight the object's details. Overall, the image presents a unique and intriguing visual representation of a swastika symbol on a circular object.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a broken piece of a circular stone artifact, possibly a seal or medallion, against a plain white background. The stone is irregular in shape due to its broken edges, giving it a rugged appearance. The surface of the stone is intricately carved with a central design that resembles a swastika symbol, surrounded by concentric circles and additional decorative motifs. The carving is detailed, with raised patterns that create a textured and worn look, suggesting the artifact is of considerable age.

The stone appears to be a light brown color, with some darker spots and wear, indicating that it has been exposed to the elements over time. The background is a solid white, which helps to highlight the details of the artifact and makes the intricate carvings stand out more prominently.

The overall impression is of an ancient artifact that has survived through time, possibly used for ceremonial or symbolic purposes in a past culture. The presence of the swastika symbol, which has various meanings across different cultures, adds an element of mystery and intrigue to the piece.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts an old stone carving that appears to be a piece of artwork. The carving features a circular design with intricate patterns and shapes. In the center of the carving, there is a cross symbol, which is surrounded by other shapes, including circles and rectangles. The carving appears to be made of stone, and it has a rough texture. The carving is placed on a white surface, which could be a table or a shelf.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-14

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Description:

The image shows a fragment of a circular terracotta artifact. The artifact appears to be broken and incomplete, with a portion missing from its edge. The surface of the fragment is decorated with raised designs:

  • In the center, there is a prominent swastika symbol.
  • Surrounding the swastika is a circle of small, raised dots.
  • Beyond that, there is a ring of eight evenly spaced, oval-shaped elements.
  • The outer edge of the fragment is adorned with a decorative, flowing pattern.

The artifact has a weathered and aged appearance, with variations in tone and texture across its surface. The background is a simple, light gray-blue gradient.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-14

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a weathered, circular stone artifact. It appears to be a fragment, as a section of the outer edge is broken. The artifact is light brown in color and seems to be made of a porous material.

The central design on the object is a swastika, a symbol used in many cultures and traditions throughout history. The swastika in this image is centered and raised, suggesting it may be part of a relief design. The swastika is surrounded by a circle of beads.

Outside of this central circle are eight slightly raised, oval-shaped elements. The edge of the object has an intricate border design featuring a repeating floral or vine-like pattern. The background of the image is a gradient, transitioning from a light gray at the bottom to a slightly darker shade at the top. The artifact is well-lit, revealing its texture and details.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a circular, carved stone artifact. The central design features a swastika symbol, which is surrounded by intricate patterns and motifs. The swastika is enclosed within a circular border that is decorated with a series of small, raised dots. Surrounding this inner circle is an outer ring with a repeating pattern that resembles stylized leaves or petals. The stone itself appears weathered, with some areas showing signs of erosion or damage, indicating its age and possible historical significance. The overall design and craftsmanship suggest that this artifact may have cultural or religious importance, potentially originating from an ancient civilization.

Text analysis

Amazon

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