Human Generated Data

Title

Sherd

Date

-

People

-

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. George C. Scanlon, 1970.157.111

Human Generated Data

Title

Sherd

Classification

Fragments

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of Dr. George C. Scanlon, 1970.157.111

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-07-08

Clarifai
created on 2019-07-08

gem 99.9
quartz 99.5
precious 99.4
desktop 99
crystal 98.8
disjunct 98.6
stone 97.4
treasure 97.3
jewelry 97.2
isolate 95.7
geology 93.6
closeup 93.6
nature 93.4
color 90.7
amethyst 90.5
stranded 90.4
texture 89.5
decoration 88.7
single 88.2
food 88.2

Imagga
created on 2019-07-08

gem 42.7
jewel 18.4
wealth 17.1
object 15.4
glass 15
food 15
close 14.8
gemstone 14.7
crystal 14.4
shiny 14.2
ring 14.2
gold 14
gift 13.8
luxury 13.7
decoration 13.2
solid 12.8
gems 12.8
jewelry 12.6
tea 12
stone 11.9
precious 11.7
shell 11.6
ornament 11.2
healthy 10.7
natural 10.7
brilliant 10.6
money 10.2
closeup 10.1
symbol 10.1
holiday 10
bright 10
tourmaline 9.9
single 9.9
vegetable 9.7
diamond 9.7
sphere 9.2
jewels 8.9
treasure 8.7
golden 8.6
turtle 8.5
bangle 8.5
color 8.3
shape 8.2
relief 8.1
transparent 8.1
reptile 8
slow 7.8
amulet 7.8
mineral 7.8
coin 7.6
nutrition 7.6
fashion 7.5
traditional 7.5
one 7.5
savings 7.5
earth 7.3
rough 7.3
yellow 7.3
slice 7.3
celebrate 7.2
fresh 7.2
currency 7.2
celebration 7.2
antique 7.1
nobody 7

Google
created on 2019-07-08

Mineral 86.1
Geology 74.5
Rock 73.4
Metal 51.1

Microsoft
created on 2019-07-08

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bread
Bread 65%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-07-08

a close up of food 67.8%
a close up of some food 64.5%
close up of food 56.8%

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

a photograph of a small piece of art work on a white background -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image shows a small, irregularly shaped object that appears to be a piece of ceramic or pottery. The base material is a reddish-brown color, likely terracotta. The surface is glazed, displaying a mix of metallic and iridescent colors such as green, blue, and hints of gold. The glaze has a textured, uneven appearance with concentric circular patterns, giving it a somewhat abstract and organic look. The central area seems to have darker spots or voids, adding visual interest to the object. It looks like a fragment, potentially from an artisan-crafted item.

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

The image shows a piece of rock with a rough, irregular shape. The exterior of the rock is a reddish-brown color, suggesting it is a type of natural stone or mineral. The interior of the rock, possibly revealed through a break or cut, displays a smooth surface with iridescent coloration. This inner surface displays a mixture of colors, including shades of green, blue, and hints of purple and gold, characteristic of iridescence. The texture of this area appears glossy and somewhat wavy, giving it a dynamic and visually interesting appearance. The contrast between the rough exterior and the polished, colorful interior creates an intriguing visual effect.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a geological specimen, likely a mineral or rock formation. It appears to be a cross-section or slice of a geode, with a central cavity filled with what looks like crystallized quartz or other mineral deposits. The outer layer has a reddish-brown color, while the interior displays a striking green and blue hue, creating a visually interesting and intricate pattern. The overall shape is roughly hexagonal, giving it an organic, natural appearance.

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

This image shows what appears to be an ancient piece of Roman glass, likely a fragment of a vessel or container. The glass has a distinctive iridescent patina that has developed over time, showing beautiful shades of green, blue, and silvery tones. The edges appear reddish-brown, possibly from oxidation or the original clay material it was attached to. The fragment has a circular or spiral pattern visible in its structure. This type of iridescence is common in ancient Roman glass that has been buried for centuries, where chemical reactions between the glass and surrounding soil create this stunning weathered effect. The piece looks relatively small and appears to be photographed against a white background.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a ceramic piece, likely a decorative item, featuring a green and white color scheme with brown edges. The piece has an irregular shape and a rough texture, with visible cracks and imperfections. It is set against a plain white background, suggesting it may be a product photo for an online store or catalog.

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

The image depicts a piece of pottery, likely a fragment of a larger vessel, with a rough, irregular shape and a predominantly green color. The pottery has a thick, uneven rim and a central depression, suggesting it may have been used for holding or serving food or drink. The surface of the pottery is rough and textured, with visible imperfections and marks from the firing process. The background of the image is a plain white, which helps to highlight the details of the pottery.

Overall, the image presents a unique and intriguing piece of pottery that showcases the craftsmanship and creativity of its maker.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a close-up view of an irregularly shaped, natural object with a textured surface. The object appears to be a piece of rock or mineral, showcasing a combination of earthy brown and greenish hues. The surface texture is rough, with visible cracks and crevices, indicating the natural formation of the object. The edges of the object are uneven and appear to have been broken or chipped, contributing to its rugged appearance. The overall color palette is earthy and muted, with shades of brown, green, and hints of gray. The lighting in the image is bright and even, highlighting the intricate details and textures of the object.

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

The image features a unique object that appears to be a piece of pottery or a similar ceramic item. The object has a circular shape with a flat bottom and a slightly curved top. The surface of the object is decorated with a combination of green, white, and red colors, creating an abstract and artistic design. The object is placed on a white background, which makes it stand out and emphasizes its unique shape and design.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image showcases a fragment of a glazed ceramic object, likely a piece of a bowl or plate. The fragment has a roughly irregular shape with a reddish-brown unglazed edge. The interior is covered in a vibrant glaze that features a mix of colors, primarily green and grey, with some iridescent and metallic effects visible. The glaze is patterned, with concentric circles and a central dark shape that might have been the centerpiece of a design. The surface shows signs of wear, with areas of loss or damage, indicating age or wear. The background is plain white, making the fragment the focal point.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a shard of pottery against a white background. The shard appears to be part of a plate or bowl, as it has a curved shape and remnants of a design. The visible surface of the shard is primarily green, with shades ranging from light pastel green to dark emerald. There are hints of blue and what looks like a darker, possibly black, area in the center, as well as concentric rings or bands that suggest a circular design. The edges of the shard are rough and have a reddish-brown color, which seems to be the color of the unglazed pottery underneath the glaze. The surface has a slightly glossy and textured appearance, typical of glazed pottery.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows a fragment of what appears to be a ceramic or pottery object. The fragment has an irregular shape with rough, uneven edges. The surface of the fragment is decorated with a glaze that has a greenish hue with hints of blue and gray. The glaze appears to be somewhat weathered or worn, with visible imperfections and discolorations.

In the center of the fragment, there is a circular pattern that seems to be more deeply indented or raised compared to the surrounding area. This circular design might have been part of a larger decorative motif on the original object. The overall appearance suggests that this fragment could be an artifact or a piece of an older ceramic item, possibly with historical or archaeological significance.