Human Generated Data

Title

Mirror with Tinned Surface

Date

1st-2nd century CE

People

-

Classification

Mirrors

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, David M. Robinson Fund, 2002.233

Human Generated Data

Title

Mirror with Tinned Surface

Date

1st-2nd century CE

Classification

Mirrors

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, David M. Robinson Fund, 2002.233

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-08

Landscape 71.3
Nature 71.3
Outdoors 71.3
Space 63.6
Astronomy 63.6
Night 63.6
Universe 63.6
Outer Space 63.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-08

retro 98.8
art 97.6
old 97.5
far-out 96.2
character 94.1
illustration 93.9
crazy 93.9
texture 93.8
funny 92.4
traditional 91.3
sketch 89.4
cockamamie 84.8
cute 81.5
scribble 81.2
rough 78.7
visuals 75.2
rusty 74.3
desktop 72.1
symbol 70
antique 69.6

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

percussion instrument 28.7
glass 26
chime 23.6
device 23.4
musical instrument 21.5
object 21.2
drink 20
ball 17.8
close 17.7
alcohol 17.7
beverage 15.4
tee 14.9
liquid 14.8
celebration 14.3
golf 14.3
closeup 14.1
sport 14
wine 13.1
bar 12.9
game 12.5
round 12.1
party 12
sphere 11.9
shape 11.9
single 11.5
black 11.4
gong 11.4
equipment 10.7
wineglass 10.6
detail 10.5
celebrate 9.9
mechanical device 9.7
metal 9.6
healthy 9.4
signaling device 9.4
reflection 9.2
leisure 9.1
color 8.9
golfing 8.8
cocktail 8.6
play 8.6
cold 8.6
mechanism 8.5
plastic 8.3
earth 8.2
crystal 8.2
decoration 8
holiday 7.9
circle 7.8
liquor 7.8
hook 7.8
sound 7.8
restaurant 7.8
acoustic device 7.6
ice 7.5
globe 7.4
symbol 7.4
water 7.3
transparent 7.2
cool 7.1
world 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-08

Iron 86.6
Metal 77.8

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-08

metal 84.5
building material 30.6
stone 28.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Lamp
Moon

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Lamp 64.6%

AWS Rekognition

Moon 63.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-08

a close up of a black background 54.9%
a close up of a stone wall 40.8%
close up of a stone wall 36%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a metal plate with a metal handle.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a metal fan with a handle and a handle

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-28

a large metal mirror with a handle on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a historically significant artifact, most likely an ancient hand mirror. The object has a circular reflective surface made of bronze or similar material, with visible signs of age, corrosion, and wear. The surface has become tarnished over time, displaying darkened patches and discoloration. At the center of the circular part, there is a slight raised point, possibly a decorative or functional feature. The mirror is attached to a narrow, elongated handle with a carved or turned design. The handle itself is darkened and shows signs of patina, consistent with age. The design and material suggest it may date back to an ancient civilization, possibly Egyptian, Etruscan, or Roman.

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

The image shows an ancient, round bronze mirror with a handle. The mirror appears to be quite aged, with visible signs of oxidation and patina, giving it a darkened and mottled appearance. The circular reflective surface is mostly plain, and the back side is not visible in this image. The handle is attached to the bottom of the disk and is a simple, tapered design. This artifact likely dates back to classical antiquity and reflects the craftsmanship of that era. Its style suggests it could have been used in daily grooming rituals.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows an old, weathered metal disk or circular object. The surface of the disk appears to be heavily worn and discolored, with visible scratches, dents, and spots of rust or corrosion. The disk has a central hole or opening, and it is attached to a metal handle or stem. The overall appearance suggests this is some kind of antique or vintage device, possibly a tool or instrument of some kind, though its exact purpose is not immediately clear from the image alone.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows an ancient bronze mirror. The mirror has a circular reflective surface that appears weathered and tarnished with age. The back of the mirror is ornately decorated with intricate patterns and designs, possibly depicting figures or symbols. A thin handle protrudes from the bottom of the mirror disc. The entire artifact has a dark, aged patina indicating it is quite old, likely an archaeological find or antique piece.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-12

This appears to be an ancient hand mirror, likely made of bronze or another metal. It has a circular reflective surface that shows signs of age and patina, with a dark gray coloration and some spots of corrosion or oxidation visible. The mirror has a long handle with what appears to be decorative segments or rings along its length. The overall design is simple but elegant, typical of ancient mirrors found in archaeological contexts. The surface shows considerable wear and aging, with some discoloration and deterioration, particularly around the edges and in scattered patches across the face of the mirror. There's a small circular detail in the center of the mirror's face. This style of mirror was common in various ancient civilizations, including Greek, Roman, and Chinese cultures.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a metal object, possibly a shield or mirror, with a long handle and a circular base. The object is made of metal, likely iron or steel, and has a weathered appearance with visible signs of rust and wear. The circular base is flat and has a small indentation in the center, which may be a handle or a decorative element. The long handle is thin and tapered, with a rounded end that is attached to the base.

The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a historical illustration. The overall design and construction of the object suggest that it may be an ancient or medieval artifact, possibly used for defensive or ceremonial purposes.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a round, metal object with a long handle attached to its bottom. The object is positioned vertically in the center of the image, with the handle pointing downwards. The object's surface is dark gray and appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper. It has a circular shape with a small indentation in the center, resembling a mirror or a reflective surface. The handle is long and thin, with a rounded tip at the end. It is attached to the bottom of the object and extends downwards, creating a sense of balance and symmetry.

The background of the image is white, which helps to highlight the details of the object. Overall, the image presents a clear and concise view of the object, allowing the viewer to examine its features and design.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image depicts a circular bronze object with a handle. The object appears to be an ancient mirror or a ceremonial artifact. The circular surface is slightly concave and has a smooth, polished finish with some signs of wear and corrosion. The handle is made of bronze and extends from the bottom of the circle, curving upwards. The object is placed on a white background, which highlights its intricate design and the details of its craftsmanship.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image features an antique object that appears to be a hand mirror. The mirror is circular in shape and has a handle attached to the bottom. The handle is made of metal and is curved, allowing it to be held comfortably in the hand. The mirror itself is made of metal and has a shiny surface. The metal appears to be tarnished, giving the mirror an antique look.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows an antique bronze or copper mirror on a white background. The mirror is round and has a decorative circular pattern in the center and around the edge of the mirror. The handle is long, narrow, and looks slightly corroded with two carved details on the handle. The bronze or copper mirror is heavily tarnished and corroded from age.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a circular, antique hand mirror. It's set against a plain white background, which highlights the mirror's shape and details.

Key Features:

  • Shape: The mirror has a large, round disc or plate as its reflective surface.
  • Material & Appearance: The mirror appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy. It has a dark, tarnished patina, suggesting age and possible exposure to the elements. There are areas of discoloration and what look like oxidation.
  • Handle: The handle is connected to the circular portion. The handle is long, and of the same color as the disk.
  • Details: The handle and the connection point to the disk are an interesting shape. The handle looks to have small features engraved on it.

Overall Impression: The image evokes a sense of history, possibly suggesting an artifact from a bygone era.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image depicts an ancient bronze mirror. The mirror has a circular reflective surface with a small, central hole, which might have been used for hanging or attachment purposes. The handle is long and slender, extending downward from the mirror's surface. The handle appears to be intricately designed with a decorative element near the top, possibly resembling a stylized animal or abstract shape. The entire piece shows signs of aging, with a patina that indicates it is quite old. The bronze surface has areas of discoloration and corrosion, which are typical of ancient artifacts. This type of mirror was commonly used in various ancient civilizations for personal grooming and could also have had ritualistic or symbolic significance.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-01

The image showcases an ancient handheld mirror, likely from an East Asian culture, given the style of the handle and the overall construction. The mirror has a round, slightly convex surface, which is typical of historical mirrors designed for optimal reflection. The surface is tarnished in places, indicating age and exposure to the elements, with some areas showing signs of discoloration and possibly rust, suggesting it has been preserved over a considerable period.

The handle of the mirror is made of a single piece of metal that extends downward into a long, thin rod, narrowing towards the bottom, where it ends in a small, pointed tip. This design is functional, allowing the user to hold the mirror steadily while examining their reflection. The mirror's size and the handle's length suggest it was used both for personal grooming and as a tool for observing the surrounding environment, possibly for safety or security reasons. The metal appears to be a dark gray or black, consistent with the patina of aged metal, and shows signs of wear, including some pitting and a rough texture in places.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-01

This image shows an ancient bronze hand mirror. The mirror has a circular reflective surface with a small central knob or boss, which was likely used as a suspension point or for decorative purposes. The reflective surface appears to be tarnished and weathered, with patches of corrosion and discoloration, indicating its age and historical significance.

The handle of the mirror is attached to the circular disc by a decorative, angular piece that resembles a stylized animal or bird, possibly a dragon or phoenix, which are common motifs in ancient Asian art. The handle itself is slender and elongated, with a slight curve at the end, and it shows signs of patination and wear, consistent with the rest of the mirror.

The overall design and craftsmanship suggest that this mirror is a piece of ancient art, likely from East Asia, possibly China, given the style of the handle and the materials used. The mirror's condition and the presence of corrosion indicate that it has been preserved for a considerable amount of time, possibly dating back to the Han or Tang dynasty.