Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (actors performing on a stage at Hedgerow Theater, PA)

Date

c. 1938

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.11995

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (actors performing on a stage at Hedgerow Theater, PA)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

c. 1938

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.11995

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-15

Person 99.1
Human 99.1
Person 98.4
Person 97.6
Person 96.3
Person 93.1
Tripod 90.9
Person 89.2
Person 84.8
Tent 82.1
Crowd 81.7
Performer 69.3
Photography 63.9
Photo 63.9
Photographer 62.2
Stage 62
Person 61.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

people 99.8
man 97.6
group 97.6
adult 96.6
group together 95.8
music 95.5
musician 94.5
leader 94
many 92.8
singer 89.4
administration 89.4
several 89
art 86.4
actor 84.7
outfit 84.3
illustration 81.8
wear 81.3
audience 81
woman 79.9
chair 76.1

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

man 27.1
business 25.5
male 23.4
office 22.6
person 21.5
businessman 20.3
professional 19.5
adult 19.4
laptop 19
people 19
musical instrument 18.2
computer 18
executive 17.7
automaton 17.5
device 16
working 15
work 15
men 14.6
job 14.1
silhouette 14.1
worker 13.3
handsome 12.5
employee 12.4
wind instrument 12.1
corporate 12
happy 11.3
manager 11.2
sitting 11.2
chair 11
portrait 11
communication 10.9
businesswoman 10.9
suit 10.8
smile 10.7
modern 10.5
technology 10.4
equipment 10.2
accordion 9.5
career 9.5
smiling 9.4
lifestyle 9.4
phone 9.2
lady 8.9
notebook 8.9
stage 8.9
support 8.8
table 8.7
keyboard instrument 8.4
attractive 8.4
fashion 8.3
success 8
women 7.9
love 7.9
day 7.8
couple 7.8
black 7.8
pretty 7.7
expression 7.7
stress 7.7
studio 7.6
human 7.5
fun 7.5
style 7.4
confident 7.3
sexy 7.2
looking 7.2
hair 7.1
home appliance 7.1
information 7.1
sax 7

Google
created on 2022-01-15

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-15

sky 98.2
bicycle 94.1
black and white 92.3
text 85.2
person 68.7
white 68.5
old 62.8
bicycle wheel 51.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Google

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Tent
Person 99.1%
Person 98.4%
Person 97.6%
Person 96.3%
Person 93.1%
Person 89.2%
Person 84.8%
Person 61.8%
Tent 82.1%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of a group of people standing around a stage -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image appears to be a photographic negative depicting a theatrical or staged scene. The focus is on a group of people dressed in costumes, possibly portraying characters from a historical or dramatic setting. The negative effect reverses tones, making dark areas appear light and light areas appear dark.

  • On the left, a person wearing a wide-brimmed hat reclines in a chair, suggesting a relaxed pose or perhaps a commanding character.
  • In the center, two figures stand raised on a platform—one in a long flowing dress or robe, and the other gesturing upward, possibly in a dramatic or expressive pose.
  • On the right, a seated figure is slouched low in a chair, and beside them stands another person dressed in patterned clothing, seemingly engaged in a moment of interaction.
  • The backdrop includes shadows of additional figures, possibly suggesting an artistic or theatrical representation rather than realism.
  • The curtains on the right side frame the image, reinforcing the theatrical atmosphere.

The lighting and staging lend an ethereal quality, emphasizing the mood of performance or storytelling.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image appears to be a negative photograph depicting a scene possibly from a theater or a performance. There are four people dressed in costumes, suggesting historic or dramatic attire. On the left, a person is sitting in a folding chair, wearing a hat and presumably relaxing. The other three individuals are standing; one is gesturing with their hand raised, while the others are more still. The backdrop is simple, potentially constructed for a stage production. The figures are dressed in what seems like a period costume, including long robes or dresses, indicating a historical, possibly medieval or Renaissance theme. The setting's simplicity, along with the use of shadows and the arrangement of individuals, suggests it is a rehearsal scene or an artistic portrayal.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a theatrical or film set. It shows a group of people, likely actors or performers, standing on a stage or platform with various props and set pieces around them. The background features large curved walls or backdrops, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The overall scene suggests a dramatic or theatrical performance or production taking place.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The black and white image shows a theater stage with several actors in costumes. The stage set appears to have draped curtains or fabric creating an abstract, sculptural background. In the foreground, there are a few chairs or stools where some of the actors are sitting or standing. One actor is wearing a long, patterned dress, while the others seem to have more form-fitting costumes. The lighting creates dramatic shadows across the unusual stage set. Overall, the image captures an artistic, avant-garde theater performance from an earlier era, based on the vintage photographic style.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This appears to be a black and white photograph taken in what looks like a theater or performance space. There are dramatic shadows and light streaming in, creating striking contrasts on what appears to be a stage area. Several people can be seen in the space, some standing and some seated on what look like folding chairs or benches. The lighting creates long, dramatic shadows on the wall behind them. The image has a theatrical or artistic quality to it, with the interplay of light and shadow being particularly notable. The setting appears to be from an earlier era, possibly mid-20th century, based on the clothing styles and photographic quality.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a stage with five individuals, likely actors or performers, in various poses. The stage is set with a backdrop featuring a scalloped top and a curtain on the right side. The individuals are dressed in attire that appears to be from the early 20th century, with one person sitting in a chair on the left, another sitting in a chair in the center, and three standing on a raised platform in the background.

The overall atmosphere suggests a theatrical performance or rehearsal, with the actors posing for the camera. The image provides a glimpse into a bygone era, capturing the essence of a moment in time.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a theatrical performance, with actors on stage and a backdrop. The scene is set in an outdoor setting, possibly a courtyard or a garden, with a large tent-like structure in the background. The actors are dressed in period costumes, suggesting that the play is set in a historical or classical era.

In the foreground, there are several actors seated on chairs or standing, engaged in conversation or action. One actor is reclining on a chair, while another is standing and gesturing to the audience. The actors' facial expressions and body language convey a sense of drama and tension, suggesting that the play is a serious or tragic one.

The backdrop of the stage features a large, dark-colored curtain that rises to a peak at the top, creating a sense of depth and grandeur. The curtain is adorned with a decorative pattern, adding to the overall aesthetic of the scene.

Overall, the image captures a moment from a theatrical performance, showcasing the actors' talents and the elaborate set design. The black-and-white photography adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the image, making it a compelling and evocative representation of the performing arts.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a scene that appears to be a theater or stage performance. The photograph is slightly blurry, and the focus is on the performers. The performers are standing on a stage with a backdrop. The stage has a wooden floor and a white curtain on the left side. The performers are wearing costumes and hats, and some of them are sitting on chairs. One performer is standing and seems to be gesturing with his hand.

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

The black-and-white image features a group of people, some standing and some sitting on chairs, in what appears to be a stage. The stage has a carpeted floor and a backdrop. The backdrop has a triangular shape with a pattern on it. There are curtains on both sides of the stage. The people are wearing costumes and appear to be rehearsing a play. Some of them are wearing hats.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-18

The image is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a theatrical production on a stage. The stage has a simple backdrop with three tent-like peaks and is flanked by what seems to be a building wall on the left and a draped curtain on the right.

There are several figures visible on the stage. On the left, a man is seated in a folding chair, wearing a hat and attire that suggests a historical or period costume. Further back, two figures stand on a raised platform. The man seems to be gesturing upward. To the right, a woman in a patterned dress stands with her head covered, also in a style suggestive of a historical period. In front of them and slightly to the left, there's another figure seated on a chair.

The stage is minimally decorated, with the focus primarily on the actors and their positions. There are visible shadows, which indicate a deliberate lighting scheme. Overall, the image captures a moment from a play or theatrical performance, with a composition that is somewhat formal and deliberate.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-18

Here is a description of the image:

The image shows a black and white photograph that appears to be a still from a play or theatrical production. The scene is set on a stage, with several figures in costume arranged within the composition.

The background of the stage is a smooth, light-toned surface with abstract shapes suggesting a tent-like structure in the top. Drapes are visible on the right side of the stage.

The figures are dressed in various outfits. One figure sits in a chair on the left, wearing a hat and long coat. In the center-right, a figure stands on a platform. Another figure stands on the right wearing a floral gown and a hat. Behind them are faded shadows of other figures. The stage floor is smooth.

Overall, the photograph has a theatrical, somewhat surreal feel.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a stage scene from what appears to be a theatrical production. The setting is indoors, and the photograph is in black and white, giving it a vintage or historical feel.

  1. Characters and Costumes:

    • There are five characters on stage, each dressed in period costumes.
    • The character on the far left is seated in a rocking chair, wearing a hat and possibly a shawl or blanket.
    • The character in the center-left is standing and dressed in a long coat and hat, holding a cane or stick.
    • The character in the center is seated at a table, wearing a suit and hat, and appears to be reading or writing.
    • The character on the right is standing, wearing a long dress with a floral pattern and a headscarf or hat.
    • The character in the far right is standing, dressed in a long coat and hat, holding a cane or stick.
  2. Stage Design:

    • The stage has a simple backdrop with a scalloped edge at the top.
    • There is a door frame on the left side of the stage.
    • A table with a tablecloth is positioned in the center of the stage.
    • A rocking chair is placed on the left side of the stage.
    • A curtain or drape is visible on the right side of the stage.
  3. Lighting and Shadows:

    • The lighting casts distinct shadows of the characters on the backdrop, adding depth and drama to the scene.
    • The shadows suggest that the lighting is coming from the front and slightly above the stage.

Overall, the image captures a moment from a play, with actors in period costumes engaged in a scene, possibly set in a domestic or indoor environment. The black-and-white photography and the style of the costumes suggest that the image might be from an earlier era.