Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Power & Light Company, Tampa, Florida)

Date

1946

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, 4.2002.10573

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Power & Light Company, Tampa, Florida)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

1946

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.10573

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Nature 94.2
Building 91
Meal 80.4
Food 80.4
Factory 80.2
Smoke 79.2
Weather 72.7
Outdoors 69.6
Fog 59.2
Office Building 57
Architecture 55.9
Restaurant 55.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

monochrome 99
no person 98.6
people 97.7
furniture 96.3
street 95.5
architecture 94.5
group 92.3
indoors 91.8
window 90.4
room 90.2
interior design 89.4
many 88.8
city 87.4
adult 86.2
outdoors 85.3
home 85.2
two 84.7
contemporary 84.4
man 84.3
chair 83.1

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

building 48.4
architecture 32.5
shop 25.5
structure 25.3
industry 24.7
window 22.5
city 22.4
factory 22.2
mercantile establishment 21.2
industrial 20
restaurant 19.3
modern 18.9
urban 18.3
equipment 17.5
sky 17.2
case 16.5
energy 16
street 15.6
power 15.1
pollution 14.4
house 14.2
place of business 14
pipe 14
interior 13.3
manufacturing 12.7
plant 12.7
tower 12.5
gas 12.5
cityscape 12.3
light 12
barbershop 11.9
chimney 11.9
technology 11.9
refinery 11.8
production 11.7
environment 11.5
high 11.3
metal 11.3
wall 11.2
oil 11.1
device 11
station 10.7
windows 10.5
office 10.5
town 10.2
exterior 10.1
steel 10
new 9.7
district 9.7
fuel 9.6
business 9.1
science 8.9
complex 8.7
chemical 8.7
lamp 8.7
concrete 8.6
engineering 8.6
construction 8.5
electrical device 8.5
transformer 8.4
tourism 8.2
landmark 8.1
reflection 8.1
home 8
tobacco shop 7.9
bakery 7.9
design 7.9
pipes 7.9
work 7.8
aerial 7.8
travel 7.7
skyline 7.6
buildings 7.6
center 7.5
economy 7.4
inside 7.4

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Sky 89.7
Black 89.7
Lighting 87.3
Black-and-white 86.5
Style 83.9
Building 83.1
Monochrome 78.5
Monochrome photography 78.2
Tree 78
Gas 77.9
Street light 77.3
Tints and shades 77.2
Rectangle 75.6
City 73.9
Window 73.8
Urban design 71.8
Electricity 71.7
Room 69.5
Font 69
Design 68.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 96.6
skyscraper 85.7
black and white 82
building 77.6
sky 55.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Tree
Street light
Building
Window
Vehicle
Wheel

Clarifai

Tree 87.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

streetview architecture 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-09

engineering drawing 24.8%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

black and white photograph of a gas stove.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a large pipework

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

This image, presented in negative format, depicts an industrial facility, likely taken during the mid-20th century based on its style and components. Central to the composition is a tall smokestack or chimney, piercing through a cloudy sky. Palm trees, unusual for industrial settings, suggest the image was taken in a subtropical or tropical location—confirmed by the label indicating "Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla."

The foreground is dominated by machinery and equipment, such as large pumps, motors, and a structural steel framework, suggesting the area serves as an operational plant or a worksite. At ground level, cars are visible, hinting at human activity. The background includes an industrial building with windows, pipes, and additional equipment. The negative display renders bright areas dark and vice versa, giving the image a stark, almost surreal appearance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image is a black and white negative photograph that captures an industrial scene. Prominently in the midground, there are large pieces of industrial machinery and structures, including metal frameworks and equipment with cylindrical and rectangular shapes, suggesting a factory or power plant setting. The background features a tall smokestack rising into the sky, with a brick building to the right, complete with multiple pipes and other industrial attachments.

There are a few palm trees near the center of the image, adding a touch of nature to the otherwise industrial setting. Several vehicles, including what appears to be a vintage car, are parked to the left, pointing to the era when this photograph might have been taken. The sky is cloudy, adding a dramatic feel to the scene. On the right side of the image, there is text that reads "J.J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA," indicating the location and possibly the photographer or firm associated with the image. The number "22653" is also present, possibly a reference or catalog number.

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 an industrial or manufacturing setting. The central focus is a tall, cylindrical structure or chimney, surrounded by various pieces of equipment, machinery, and other industrial elements. The background features a cloudy sky with some palm trees visible, suggesting an outdoor or semi-outdoor environment. The overall scene conveys a sense of a bustling, active industrial workspace.

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

This is a black and white industrial photograph that appears to be from an earlier era, likely mid-20th century. The image shows what appears to be a gas station or industrial facility with several notable features:

  1. A tall smokestack or column in the background
  2. A metal framework or canopy structure
  3. Some decorative palm trees
  4. Industrial equipment and machinery in the foreground, which appears to be gas pumps or similar mechanical equipment
  5. Some vintage automobiles visible in the background
  6. A spherical light fixture or globe mounted on a pole
  7. Industrial buildings with windows visible in the background

The composition has a distinctive industrial aesthetic typical of the period, with strong geometric shapes and mechanical elements. The lighting and clouds in the sky create a dramatic atmosphere in this black and white photograph.

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 an industrial area, featuring a large pipe in the center, surrounded by various machinery and equipment. In the background, there are palm trees and a building with multiple windows. The sky above is cloudy.

Key Features:

  • Central Pipe: A prominent, tall pipe stands out in the center of the image.
  • Machinery and Equipment: Various pieces of machinery and equipment are scattered around the pipe, including what appears to be a generator or pump.
  • Palm Trees: Several palm trees are visible in the background, adding a touch of natural beauty to the industrial scene.
  • Building: A large building with multiple windows is situated behind the machinery and equipment.
  • Sky: The sky above is cloudy, casting a somber tone over the entire scene.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a stark contrast between the natural beauty of the palm trees and the industrial landscape. The cloudy sky adds a sense of gloominess to the scene, while the machinery and equipment suggest a sense of industry and productivity. Overall, the image conveys a sense of contrast between nature and human activity.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an industrial area, featuring a large metal structure with a tall pipe and a spherical object at its top. The structure is surrounded by various machinery and equipment, including pumps, valves, and other industrial components. In the background, there are palm trees and a building with windows, suggesting that the location is in a warm climate. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of industry and activity, with the machinery and equipment suggesting a busy and productive environment.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of an industrial setting. The foreground features a large, cylindrical structure, possibly a smokestack or chimney, with a spherical object on top, possibly a weather vane or antenna. There are also several other industrial structures, including a tall building with windows and a smaller structure with a roof. In the background, there is a cloudy sky and a body of water. The image has a watermark in the top right corner that reads "J. J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla."

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

The black-and-white photo shows a factory with a tall chimney in the middle. The factory is surrounded by a fence and has a building with many windows on the right side. There are also some trees and a lamp post in front of the building. On the left side, there are some vehicles, including a car and a truck. There are also some machines and equipment on the ground.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-08

Here is a description of the image:

This is a black and white negative image featuring an industrial or utility setting, potentially a power plant or some kind of industrial facility. The image is taken from within a structure, framing the scene with architectural elements.

In the foreground, there are industrial machines and equipment, including what appear to be large motors, cylinders, and various conduits and control panels. These items are staged within the framework of the structure from which the image is captured.

Moving towards the midground, palm trees stand next to a tall chimney stack, indicating that this facility might be located in a subtropical or tropical climate. In the background to the right, there is a large building with multiple windows, which might be part of the industrial complex. Additional structures, possibly containing piping and ventilation systems, are visible as well.

The sky in the background contains dark clouds, suggesting either an overcast day or a dramatic lighting condition. The overall composition gives a sense of scale and emphasizes the industrial nature of the location.

Along the right edge of the image, there is text reading "J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA.", which likely indicates the photographer's name and the location of the scene. Below this, there is a number, "22253.", which is probably an identification or catalog number.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-08

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph with a stark, almost ominous feel, possibly due to the negative processing. It seems to depict an industrial or power plant setting, captured in the daytime with a cloudy sky.

Key Elements:

  • Tall Chimney: A prominent, cylindrical chimney dominates the central portion of the image, rising high against the sky.
  • Industrial Equipment: In the foreground, there's an arrangement of industrial machinery, including large cylindrical components, pipes, and smaller equipment. These appear to be part of a complex system.
  • Structure: A metal frame or scaffolding structure is in the foreground, partially obscuring the view of the equipment.
  • Building: There's a large building with multiple windows on the right side, which appears to be part of the industrial facility.
  • Palm Trees: A few palm trees add a subtle hint of tropical environment.
  • Other Features: there's a small building on the far right, a car in the middle ground, and a spherical light.

Overall Context:

The image is of the power plant on Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida. The image seems to be from an historical time. The information on the side indicates a photographic series.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an industrial setting, likely a factory or manufacturing facility. The photo is credited to J.J. Steinmetz and is dated May 3, 1953. The location is noted as Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida.

Key features in the image include:

  1. Industrial Equipment: The foreground is filled with various pieces of machinery and equipment. There are large cylindrical tanks, pipes, and other mechanical components, indicating a manufacturing or processing environment.

  2. Structural Elements: A large metal frame structure is prominently visible, possibly part of a building or a support system for the machinery.

  3. Lighting: There is a large spherical light fixture attached to the structure, suggesting that the area is well-lit for operational purposes.

  4. Surroundings: In the background, there are palm trees, which are characteristic of the Florida landscape. This adds a contrasting natural element to the industrial scene.

  5. Buildings: There are industrial buildings visible in the background, further emphasizing the manufacturing or industrial nature of the location.

  6. Sky: The sky is partly cloudy, adding to the overall ambiance of the photograph.

The image captures a blend of industrial and natural elements, providing a snapshot of the industrial landscape in Sarasota, Florida, during the mid-20th century.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

This black-and-white image appears to depict an industrial or power plant setting. The foreground features various machinery, possibly generators or pumps, arranged on platforms. A prominent metal frame structure is visible in the foreground, partially obscuring the view of the machinery below.

In the middle ground, there are tall palm trees, which add a contrasting element to the industrial scene. Behind the trees, a cylindrical structure, possibly a chimney or smokestack, rises into the sky. Further in the background, there are more industrial buildings and additional structures, including what looks like a spherical dome or light. The sky is overcast, with dark clouds contributing to the dramatic ambiance of the photograph.

The image is marked with text on the right side that includes a location description: "J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA-FLA. 22253." This information suggests the photograph was taken by or is associated with the photographer J. J. Steinmetz, and identifies the location as Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

This black-and-white photograph captures an industrial scene, likely from the mid-20th century. The foreground features several large cylindrical machines, possibly generators or compressors, housed in a metal frame structure. These machines are positioned on a platform, with various pipes and cables connecting them.

In the background, there is a tall smokestack emitting dark smoke, suggesting active industrial operations. To the right of the smokestack, a multi-story building with large windows is visible. The building appears to be part of the industrial complex.

The area is landscaped with several palm trees, adding a touch of nature to the industrial setting. A classic car is parked in the background, further indicating the time period of the photograph. The image is labeled with "J.J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA-FLA." and the number "22253" on the right side, suggesting it is a professional photograph from a studio in Sarasota, Florida. The overall composition captures the juxtaposition of industrial machinery and natural elements.

Text analysis

Amazon

SIESTA
KEY,
J.
22253.
J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA.
SARASOTA,
STEINMETZ,
FLA.

Google

22253. J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA.
22253.
J.
STEINMETZ,
SIESTA
KEY,
SARASOTA,
FLA.