Human Generated Data

Title

Sherd

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. George C. Scanlon, 1970.157.284

Human Generated Data

Title

Sherd

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. George C. Scanlon, 1970.157.284

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-08

Food 97.4
Bread 97.4
Accessories 91.8
Jewelry 91.8
Accessory 91.8
Gemstone 91.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-08

food 97.4
no person 95
one 94.5
gem 93.8
jewelry 93.7
art 93.7
desktop 91.3
rock 89.2
grow 88.5
texture 88
quartz 87.8
stone 86.9
sweet 86
geology 85.8
fruit 85.5
round out 85.2
shape 83.5
color 83
disjunct 81.9
science 81.3

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

cap 29.7
food 28.8
top 23.4
delicious 19
covering 18.1
close 16
tasty 15.9
container 15.4
healthy 15.1
dessert 15.1
gourmet 14.4
fresh 14.4
vegetable 14.1
chocolate 14.1
gift 13.8
diet 13.7
decoration 13.1
jewelry 12.7
sweet 12.6
brown 12.5
bag 12.4
candy 11.8
rose 11.2
luxury 11.1
snack 11.1
dinner 10.9
gold 10.7
celebration 10.4
eating 10.1
eat 10.1
plant 9.9
tourmaline 9.9
gem 9.9
raw 9.8
jewel 9.7
shell 9.6
nutrition 9.2
valentine 9.1
ring 9
meal 8.9
fruit 8.8
love 8.7
flower 8.5
health 8.3
sugar 8.1
symbol 8.1
romance 8
topaz 7.9
aquamarine 7.9
gemstone 7.9
pastry 7.7
lunch 7.7
seafood 7.6
cake 7.5
anniversary 7.5
closeup 7.4
wedding 7.4
purse 7.2
box 7.2
artichoke 7.2
day 7.1

Google
created on 2019-07-08

Green 94.1
Turquoise 82.5
Rock 64.4
Brooch 62.3
Fashion accessory 57.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-08

cake 98.7
piece 82
chocolate 81.9
dessert 78.5
baked goods 76
slice 60.3
sliced 15.9

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 48-68
Gender Female, 73.2%
Surprised 1.5%
Confused 3%
Calm 45.7%
Sad 42.8%
Happy 2.9%
Disgusted 0.5%
Angry 3.7%

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 50.3%
Confused 49.5%
Sad 49.7%
Angry 49.6%
Disgusted 49.5%
Surprised 49.6%
Happy 49.5%
Calm 50%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bread
Bread 97.4%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 98.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-08

a piece of cake 64.5%
a piece of chocolate cake on a plate 29.9%
a piece of cake on a plate 29.8%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a piece of artisanned pottery with a green and white background -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image features a small fragment of an object, most likely ceramic in nature. The base is made of light-colored, rough, and uneven material, possibly clay or terracotta. Attached to it is a smooth, glossy green section with uneven textures and patterns that resemble organic shapes or abstract designs. The green piece appears to have faint shine due to glaze, and there are a few small, raised points or imperfections scattered across its surface. Some areas along the edges are chipped or uneven. The overall look suggests that this item is an archaeological find or a fragment of a decorative object, such as pottery or tilework.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a fragment of an artifact, which appears to be a piece of ceramic or pottery. The fragment has a rough, irregular shape and a brownish, earthen color around the edges, suggesting that it is broken from a larger object. The surface of the fragment is coated with a dark green glaze that covers most of the visible area. Within the green glaze, there are subtle patterns or textures that appear to be part of the original design, possibly floral or abstract in nature. There are also four small protrusions or nodules on the surface of the glazed area. The object is set against a white background, emphasizing its shape and color contrast.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows a natural stone or rock formation with a striking green color and an abstract, organic pattern on its surface. The green coloration appears to be a result of mineral deposits or oxidation, creating an intriguing and visually appealing texture. The rock is set against a plain white background, allowing the unique qualities of the stone to be the focal point of the image.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows a cross-section of a geode rock. The outer layer is rough and tan in color, likely made of sedimentary rock. The inner cavity is lined with vibrant teal or turquoise colored crystals that have formed in clusters. The crystals appear to be translucent and have an irregular, jagged texture. The contrast between the dull exterior and the shimmering, jewel-like interior is quite striking. Geodes like this form over long periods of time as mineral-rich water deposits crystals inside rock cavities.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This image shows what appears to be an ancient ceramic or pottery fragment. The piece has a distinctive green glaze or patina on its surface, which has a mottled or marbled appearance with varying shades of emerald and turquoise. The green surface is set against a terracotta or buff-colored clay base material that's visible around the edges. The fragment appears to be curved or bowl-shaped, suggesting it may have been part of a larger vessel or dish. There are also what look like small mounting points or marks visible on the green surface. The object is photographed against a plain white background, likely in a museum or archaeological documentation setting.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a small, irregularly shaped piece of pottery with a green glaze and a rough, uneven edge. The pottery is positioned in the center of the image, with its long axis running horizontally. It has a flat top and a slightly curved bottom, and its edges are rough and uneven.

The green glaze covers the entire surface of the pottery, except for a small area on the right side where it appears to have been damaged or chipped away. The glaze is thick and glossy, with a slight sheen to it. It has a dark green color with lighter green highlights, giving it a sense of depth and dimension.

The pottery is placed on a plain white background, which helps to highlight its unique shape and color. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the pottery serving as the main focus of attention.

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

The image depicts a small, irregularly shaped piece of pottery with a green glaze on top. The pottery is positioned in the center of the image, with its flat side facing upwards. The green glaze covers most of the top surface, featuring a darker green color around the edges that gradually lightens towards the center. A pattern of lighter green shapes resembling leaves or flowers is visible in the center of the glaze.

The pottery itself appears to be made from clay and has a rough, uneven texture. The edges are chipped and worn, suggesting that it may be an ancient artifact. The background of the image is white, which helps to highlight the details of the pottery. Overall, the image presents a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and aesthetics of ancient pottery-making techniques.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a fragment of an ancient artifact, likely a piece of pottery or a similar ceramic item. The fragment has a predominantly earthy brown color with a striking green glaze covering a significant portion of its surface. The green glaze appears to be unevenly applied, creating a textured and somewhat mottled appearance.

The green glaze features intricate patterns that resemble a floral or abstract design, with various shades of green and turquoise. There are noticeable imperfections and wear on the surface, including small holes and cracks, suggesting that the artifact is quite old and has undergone significant deterioration. The edges of the fragment are irregular and uneven, indicating that it has been broken from a larger piece.

The artifact is placed on a plain, white background, which helps to highlight the colors and details of the fragment. The overall impression is one of an ancient, weathered object that has survived through time, offering a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry of its creators.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

A broken piece of pottery is placed on a white surface. The pottery is in the shape of a circle with a broken edge. The pottery has a green color with a floral design on it. The pottery has a brown color on the edge. The pottery has some holes on it. The pottery is placed on a white surface.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-09

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a fragment of a ceramic object, likely a dish or plate. The fragment is composed of two distinct materials: a darker, glazed center, surrounded by a lighter, unglazed clay.

The central part is a dark, saturated green, appearing almost black in certain areas. It has a slightly glossy or reflective surface. The decoration consists of stylized foliage or floral patterns in a slightly lighter shade of green. These patterns are raised and appear to have some texture.

The outer part is an unglazed terracotta color. It is rougher in texture and has an irregular, broken edge. The fragment appears aged and worn.

The overall impression is that of an artifact or archaeological find. The fragment is lying on a plain, white background.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-09

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a fragment of what appears to be a glazed ceramic artifact, possibly a piece of pottery or tile. The object is irregular in shape, with a rough, unglazed, reddish-brown earthenware base. The top surface is covered with a deep, glossy green glaze, with some areas where the glaze is lighter and mottled. Within the green glaze, there appear to be raised, stylized floral or foliate decorations in a lighter shade of green. There are a few small holes or imperfections in the object. The item is isolated against a plain white background. The fragment's edges are chipped and broken, indicating its fragmentary state.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a fragment of what appears to be a piece of pottery or ceramic. The fragment is roughly circular with irregular edges, suggesting it is a broken piece of a larger object. The central area of the fragment is covered with a dark green glaze that has a slightly textured surface, possibly due to age or the glazing process. The glaze has a slightly iridescent quality, showing some areas where the green color appears more vibrant or reflective.

Surrounding the glazed area is a border of unglazed clay, which is lighter in color, likely a natural terracotta or beige hue. The unglazed portion shows signs of wear and some small chips or imperfections, indicating that the piece might be quite old or has been exposed to significant use or environmental factors.

Overall, the fragment suggests a historical or archaeological artifact, possibly from an ancient or medieval period, given the style of glazing and the wear on the edges.