Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (fishing Santa Claus standing on boat with presents)

Date

c. 1955

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, 4.2002.11704

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (fishing Santa Claus standing on boat with presents)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

c. 1955

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.11704

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-15

Transportation 98.9
Vehicle 98.9
Human 98.4
Watercraft 92.7
Vessel 92.7
Rowboat 92.5
Water 89.6
Outdoors 66.7
Tree 61.1
Plant 61.1
Gondola 59.6
Canoe 59.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

people 99.3
water 98.9
boat 98.6
watercraft 98.6
monochrome 97.7
river 97.7
lake 97.3
vehicle 97.1
reflection 96.2
group 95.8
rowboat 95.5
child 95
recreation 93.5
two 92.2
transportation system 92
woman 90.6
boatman 89.5
adult 89
man 88.3
travel 85.2

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

boat 75.3
water 50
sea 38.3
ocean 36.2
vessel 34.5
gondola 27.8
beach 26.3
travel 26.1
tourism 24.8
boats 24.3
lake 24.1
fishing 23.1
landscape 23.1
vacation 22.9
summer 21.2
sky 21.2
shore 18.8
island 18.3
dock 17.5
holiday 17.2
ship 17.2
transportation 17
recreation 17
bay 16.2
river 16
calm 15.6
transport 15.5
resort 15.3
outdoor 15.3
coast 15.3
marina 15
sun 14.9
craft 14.7
nautical 14.6
tropical 14.5
harbor 14.4
relax 14.3
scenic 14
destination 14
tourist 13.8
peaceful 13.7
clouds 13.5
relaxation 13.4
reflection 13.3
leisure 13.3
fisherman 13.2
outdoors 12.9
pier 12.8
tranquil 12.7
sail 12.6
sunset 12.6
sand 12.2
coastline 12.2
port 11.6
clear 11.3
park 11.3
sunny 11.2
fish 11
scenery 10.8
boathouse 10.8
sailing 10.7
scene 10.4
paradise 10.4
tree 10
silhouette 9.9
sport 9.9
seascape 9.6
monitor 9.5
trip 9.4
village 9.1
paddle 9
rock 8.7
turquoise 8.6
cloud 8.6
shed 8.6
yacht 8.5
town 8.3
building 8.3
vehicle 8.3
peace 8.2
exotic 8.2
structure 8.2
horizon 8.1
equipment 8.1
activity 8.1
sailboat 7.8
wave 7.8
houses 7.7
journey 7.5
palm 7.5
traditional 7.5
electronic equipment 7.5
waterfront 7.3
mountain 7.1
trees 7.1
passenger 7
body of water 7

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-15

water 99.7
text 99.6
boat 99.6
watercraft 88.3
lake 82.8
ship 82.1
black 71.4
black and white 65.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Boat
Person

Clarifai

Boat
Tree
Clothing
Human face
Footwear
Palm tree

AWS Rekognition

Boat 98.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

interior objects 84%
paintings art 7.1%
streetview architecture 3.6%
nature landscape 2.5%
food drinks 1%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-15

a black and white photo of a couple in a boat.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a bear bear in a boat on a lake

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This is a black-and-white negative image showing a small boat in a calm, tropical setting. The boat is floating in a body of water, and it has "18C1246" printed on its side. Inside the boat, there are boxes and an American flag attached to the rear. Onboard is a costumed figure wearing a suit adorned with fur-like details, facing forward and standing. Around the water, palm trees and vegetation create a lush, tropical backdrop, along with other structures such as docks and possibly buildings. The calmness of the water reflects some elements of the scene, emphasizing its peaceful ambiance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

This image appears to be an inverted or negative photograph. It shows a waterfront scene with a small boat in the foreground. In the boat, there are two people dressed in traditional Eskimo attire, standing amid various items including a small American flag, some boxes, and equipment. The boat is labeled with the number "18C1246." In the background, there are palm trees and other vegetation along the shore, indicating a tropical or subtropical setting. The water is calm, reflecting some of the scene. There are docks and structures near the shore suggesting a residential or recreational area.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows a small boat floating on a calm body of water, surrounded by lush palm trees. The boat appears to be carrying various items, including what looks like luggage or supplies. A person is standing in the boat, dressed in a fur-trimmed coat and hat, suggesting a cold weather outfit that contrasts with the tropical setting. The overall scene has a vintage, black-and-white aesthetic, giving it an atmospheric and nostalgic feel.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a black and white photograph showing a small motorboat on calm waters, with palm trees visible in the background. The boat appears to be a vintage model with registration number 18c1248 visible on its hull. Standing in the boat is a figure wearing what appears to be a winter coat or costume with fur trim, creating an interesting contrast with the tropical setting. The scene has a peaceful, reflective quality with the water mirroring the surrounding vegetation and the boat. Palm trees line the waterfront, and there appears to be some kind of dock or marina structure visible in the background. The composition creates an interesting juxtaposition between the tropical setting and the winter-dressed figure.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of Santa Claus standing in a small boat on a tropical body of water, surrounded by palm trees and other foliage.

Santa is wearing a white robe with fur trim and a fur-trimmed hat. He is holding a rope attached to the boat and appears to be standing on the bow. The boat is small, with a dark hull and a light-colored stripe along the side. It is filled with various items, including what appears to be a flag, a box, and some rope.

In the background, there are several palm trees and other plants, as well as a dock or pier extending out into the water. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of relaxation and tranquility, with Santa enjoying a peaceful moment on the water.

The image is likely a vintage photograph, given its black-and-white color and the style of the clothing and accessories worn by Santa. It may have been taken in the mid-20th century, possibly during the holiday season.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a person dressed in a Santa Claus costume standing in a small boat on a body of water. The individual is wearing a traditional Santa suit, complete with a fur-trimmed coat and hat, and is holding a fishing rod. The boat is positioned in the center of the image, with the person standing at its bow.

The boat itself appears to be a small, wooden vessel, possibly a rowboat or a skiff. It has a dark hull with a white stripe running along its side, and the numbers "18 C 1246" are painted on the bow. The boat is filled with various items, including what appears to be a basket, a box, and some other objects that are not clearly visible.

In the background, there are several palm trees and other tropical vegetation, suggesting that the photo was taken in a warm and sunny location. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of relaxation and leisure, with the person in the Santa costume enjoying a peaceful day on the water.

It's worth noting that the image has a somewhat surreal quality to it, given the juxtaposition of the Santa costume with the tropical setting. This may be intentional, as the image could be meant to evoke a sense of irony or humor. Overall, the image is a unique and interesting capture that invites the viewer to ponder its meaning and context.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

A black-and-white photo of a person standing on a boat on a lake. The person is wearing a costume with a furry headpiece and a fur-trimmed dress. The boat is small and has a number "18 C 1246" on its side. The lake is surrounded by trees and bushes, and there is a bridge in the distance. The photo has a vintage filter, giving it an old-fashioned look.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a scene from the 1930s. In the foreground, there is a small, vintage boat with the number "18 C1246" on its side. The boat is floating on a calm body of water, and it appears to be moored or anchored. The boat has a flag on its front and is filled with various items, including a basket and some other objects.

In the middle of the boat, there is a person dressed in a fur coat and boots, standing and holding a rope. The person's attire and the boat's vintage design suggest a sense of nostalgia and a bygone era.

In the background, there are several palm trees and other vegetation, creating a tropical or subtropical atmosphere. The trees are tall and have a lush, green appearance, with their fronds reaching upwards towards the sky. The water in the background is also calm and reflective, mirroring the trees and the sky above.

The image has a vintage feel to it, with a slightly grainy texture and a faded appearance. The black-and-white color scheme adds to the nostalgic and timeless quality of the photograph. Overall, the image evokes a sense of simplicity, tranquility, and a connection to the past.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white negative depicting Santa Claus standing in a small boat on a body of water.

  • Setting: The scene appears to be in a tropical or subtropical location, as indicated by the presence of palm trees lining the shore and reflecting in the water. There are other small wooden structures along the shore as well.
  • Santa Claus: Santa is dressed in his traditional suit, complete with a long beard and fur trim. He is holding what appears to be a fishing rod.
  • Boat: The boat is small and dark-colored, with the number "18 C1246" on its front. It appears to be carrying some objects that could be wrapped gifts.
  • Overall Impression: The scene evokes a sense of a unique and unconventional Christmas, with Santa taking a break in a tropical setting. The black and white negative creates a surreal, almost dreamlike quality to the image.

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

This black-and-white negative features an image of a figure dressed as Santa Claus on a boat, set against a tropical backdrop. The figure is clad in a Santa suit with fur trim, standing on a small boat that has the registration number "18 C1246" visible on its bow.

The boat is situated in what appears to be a waterway or lake, with docks and buildings with thatched roofs, typical of tropical settings, visible in the background. Palm trees are prevalent, further emphasizing the tropical location. The water reflects the surrounding landscape, enhancing the visual depth of the image.

The negative is enclosed within a white border, which also contains some identifying text and numbers, a "KODAK" logo, and some other handwritten notations. The image has an overall vintage feel, indicative of older photographic methods.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black and white photograph featuring a small boat floating on calm water. The boat is labeled with the number "15C1246" on its side. Inside the boat, there is a person dressed in a costume resembling Santa Claus, complete with a beard, hat, and fur-trimmed clothing. The individual is seated and appears to be holding a fishing rod. The boat is filled with various items, including what looks like fishing nets and other gear.

The background of the image shows a tropical setting with numerous palm trees lining the shore, suggesting a warm climate. There are also some buildings visible behind the trees, indicating that this might be a coastal or riverside area with some development. The overall scene combines elements of holiday festivity with a tropical environment, creating a unique and whimsical image.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a person dressed in an elaborate costume, standing on a boat in a calm waterway surrounded by palm trees. The individual is wearing a fur or fur-like outfit, which includes a wide-brimmed hat and possibly a mask, giving the appearance of a character from a theatrical or festive performance. The boat is small and equipped with what appears to be a motor at the back, and there are items such as boxes and possibly a flag visible in the boat. The water reflects the boat and the trees, and the scene appears to be set at night, as the sky is dark. In the background, there are more palm trees and a structure that looks like a dock or a small shelter. The overall atmosphere suggests a festive or cultural event, possibly involving a parade or celebration.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This black-and-white photograph depicts a nighttime scene in a tropical setting. A person, dressed in what appears to be a fur-trimmed costume, is standing on a small motorboat. The boat is floating on calm water and has a small American flag attached to it. The background features several palm trees and a dock, indicating a serene, possibly private or secluded waterfront area. The image has a vintage feel, likely due to its monochrome tone and the style of the photograph. The photograph also includes a kodak stamp and a number "39412" on the right side.

Text analysis

Amazon

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39412
18 C1246
C1246
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Google

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