wikimedia-commons-sparql

Query Wikimedia Commons file metadata via SPARQL endpoints.

15|6|Updated Feb 17, 2026

Search Tags:#structured data #wikimedia #sparql #commons #media metadata

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npx skills add https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills --skill wikimedia-commons-sparql

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Skill: wikimedia-commons-sparql
Source: https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/wikimedia-commons-sparql
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills --skill wikimedia-commons-sparql

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires wikimedia-api-access, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive and efficient way to query structured data from Wikimedia Commons, allowing for in-depth analysis and retrieval of file metadata.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured Data Querying: Access and query structured data on Commons files, including depicts, copyright, licensing, and metadata.
Endpoint Options: Utilizes both the official WCQS endpoint (OAuth-authenticated) and the QLever third-party endpoint (no auth required).
Use Case: Quickly find files depicting a specific item on Wikidata, retrieve file dimensions, or get the copyright status of a media file.

Quick Start

Run the query to find files depicting the item with Wikidata ID 'Q42' and display them as an image grid.

Frequently Asked Questions about wikimedia-commons-sparql

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I query structured data from Wikimedia Commons using SPARQL?▼

You can query structured data from Wikimedia Commons using SPARQL by utilizing the WCQS or QLever endpoints to retrieve and filter information about files, including depicts, copyright status, and media metadata.

What's the best way to find files depicting a specific Wikidata item on Commons?▼

Finding files depicting a specific Wikidata item on Commons is best done by running a SPARQL query against the WCQS endpoint to filter structured data by the target Wikidata ID, such as Q42.

Do I need OAuth to access Wikimedia Commons structured data?▼

You need OAuth to access the official WCQS endpoint, but you can use the third-party QLever endpoint without authentication to retrieve Wikimedia Commons structured data.

Can I retrieve copyright status and licensing information from Commons files programmatically?▼

You can retrieve copyright status and licensing information from Commons files programmatically by executing SPARQL queries that filter structured metadata via the WCQS or QLever endpoints.

What media metadata fields can I filter using SPARQL on Wikimedia Commons?▼

Using SPARQL on Wikimedia Commons, you can filter media metadata fields including depicts statements, copyright status, licensing information, and file dimensions.