Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (arrangement of objects including two toliet seats)

Date

1917

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, 4.2002.11750

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (arrangement of objects including two toliet seats)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

1917

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.11750

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-15

Text 97.7
Label 97.6
Computer Keyboard 78.7
Electronics 78.7
Computer 78.7
Hardware 78.7
Keyboard 78.7
Computer Hardware 78.7
Wheel 77.4
Machine 77.4
Poster 74.3
Advertisement 74.3
Sticker 70.3
Paper 66.6
Pottery 61.9
Flyer 61.4
Brochure 61.4
Id Cards 59.7
Document 59.7
Table 57.2
Furniture 57.2
Flower 56.7
Plant 56.7
Blossom 56.7
Alphabet 56.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

monochrome 99.5
music 97.5
no person 97
technology 93.2
analogue 92.7
street 92
people 91.8
mono 89.8
indoors 89.6
mirror 89.4
analog 89
retro 88.1
phonograph record 87.3
television 86.9
art 85.6
vinyl 83.7
wireless communication 83.2
room 83.1
instrument 81.8
light 81.4

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

phonograph record 100
gramophone 26.5
technology 19.3
black 17.4
computer 16.8
record player 15.7
music 15.3
machine 14.1
business 13.4
digital 13
device 12.2
pan 12.1
object 11.7
entertainment 11
disc 10.7
record 10.6
office 10.4
sound 10.3
close 10.3
wok 10.2
man 10.1
metal 8.8
electronics 8.5
modern 8.4
communication 8.4
data 8.2
retro 8.2
vinyl 7.9
design 7.9
people 7.8
three dimensional 7.5
care 7.4
plastic 7.3
cooking utensil 7.3
laptop 7.3
equipment 7.3
male 7.1
medical 7.1
disk 7

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-15

text 99.8
black and white 93.2
book 88
indoor 87.4
poster 60.3
desk 6.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Computer Keyboard
Wheel
Wheel 77.4%

Captions

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

a photograph of a record player's record player's record album -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image shows a shop display or showroom setup featuring toilet-related products. Central to the composition is a toilet seat prominently displayed, possibly as a part of a marketing showcase. There is signage and promotional material in the background, including a poster advertising "Church Seats," which are toilet seats known for their design and quality. The poster mentions the phrase "The Best Seat in the House," accompanied by illustrations and text. Nearby are stacked books or manuals and additional signs showcasing awards or details related to the products. The overall appearance suggests that this image was taken to promote or document sanitary or plumbing fixtures in a commercial context.

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

The image appears to be a historical black and white photograph of a display window featuring a toilet seat and promotional materials for toilet seats manufactured by Church Seats. The toilet seat is open, showing both the lid and the seat itself. There are several tags attached to the seat with some text, although it is not entirely legible due to the image exposure or quality. Behind the toilet seat, there is a promotional sign or poster which mentions "The Best Seats in the House." The product seems to emphasize quality or luxury. On the left side of the image, there are stacked objects that resemble books or ledgers, and a poster or informational placard can be seen. The overall setup suggests a retailer or trade show display, likely showcasing the toilet seats as well-crafted products worthy of merit. The image is marked with thick black borders and contains some annotations or scribbles, possibly related to the archival process or the negative itself.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a toilet seat on display in a store window.

The toilet seat is open, with the lid propped up against the back of the seat. It is made of dark-colored plastic and has a metal hinge connecting the lid to the seat. The seat is sitting on a wooden table or shelf, surrounded by other items that are not clearly visible due to the reflection of the glass window.

In the background, there are shelves and displays of various products, including what appears to be books or magazines. The overall atmosphere suggests a retail setting, possibly a hardware store or home goods store.

The image appears to be a vintage photograph, likely taken in the mid-20th century. The style of the toilet seat and the display case suggest a bygone era, and the black-and-white tone adds to the nostalgic feel of the image.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a toilet seat, with a book titled "The Best Seat in the House" placed on top of it. The toilet seat is positioned in the center of the image, with the book resting on its lid. The book features an illustration of a person sitting on a toilet, accompanied by the title and subtitle "Church Seats."

In the background, there are various objects visible, including a table, a chair, and a bookshelf. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may be a vintage or antique photograph, possibly from the early 20th century. The image appears to be a humorous take on the concept of finding comfort and relaxation in unexpected places, such as a toilet seat.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a wooden chair with a seat cushion in the center. The chair is placed on a wooden table with a display of various items. The seat cushion has a label that reads "Church Seats" and includes a drawing of two people in hats. The table also has a sign that reads "Award for Merit," with a drawing of a person in a hat and a label that reads "Bathing Cap." There are also other items on the table, including a book and a piece of paper with a drawing of a person in a hat.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a toilet seat with a label on it. The toilet seat is placed on a wooden table with a metal frame. The label on the toilet seat reads "Church Seats" and has a picture of a man wearing a hat and a woman sitting on a chair. There is also a stack of books on the left side of the image, and a white cloth is hanging on the right side.

Google Gemini

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

This black and white photograph appears to be an indoor shot of a display or exhibition. The main focus is a toilet seat that's been cleverly integrated into the visual composition. The scene is filled with various props and elements that create an intriguing, perhaps slightly surreal, arrangement.

Here's a breakdown of the key elements:

  • The Toilet Seat: A prominent feature is the toilet seat itself, with its lid open. It appears to be the focal point.
  • Advertisements/Signage: Several printed pieces are placed around the toilet seat. One appears to be an advertisement for "CHURCH Seats".
  • Display Case or Table: The items are displayed on what looks like a glass-topped display case or table.
  • Objects in the Background: The background features what seems to be a series of shelves stacked with piles of papers.

The photo has a strong sense of contrast and is well-composed. The lighting is diffused, which prevents harsh shadows and allows for a good view of the textures. The use of the toilet seat as a central element, combined with the other objects, suggests an interest in everyday objects and how they can be repurposed or recontextualized.

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

The image is a black and white photograph with several objects arranged in what appears to be a display or an exhibit. In the foreground, there's a toilet seat with the lid propped open. Inside the toilet seat, there's a hat with a tag attached to it. Leaning against the toilet seat is a promotional poster with a cartoon image of two well-dressed men sitting in a theater box, and the text reads "The Best Seat in the House" and "Church Seats" with options for "White, Black, Colors".

To the left, there is an "Award for Native Merit" plaque visible and a partial text that includes the word "Bathing." A stack of items that appear to be brochures or pamphlets are in the background. The backdrop appears to be a wooden structure, possibly a wall or a shelf. A chair and what appears to be another display item or storage are partially visible on the right side of the frame. There are hand-written annotations on the bottom of the frame in reverse.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a vintage phonograph, also known as a gramophone, placed on a wooden table. The phonograph has a large horn-shaped speaker and a turntable with a record on it. Surrounding the phonograph are several items, including a booklet or pamphlet titled "The Best Seats in the House" with a subtitle that appears to mention church seats. Another visible item is a certificate or award that reads "Award for Merit." The setting appears to be inside a church, as suggested by the pews visible in the background. The overall scene suggests a display or exhibit, possibly showcasing historical or significant items related to the church or community. The image is in black and white, giving it a historical or nostalgic feel.

Text analysis

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