Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (International Minerals & Chemical Co. mining in Florida)

Date

c. 1945

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, 4.2002.8676

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (International Minerals & Chemical Co. mining in Florida)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

c. 1945

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.8676

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Mining 92.7
Vehicle 58.2
Transportation 58.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

monochrome 99.7
industry 99.2
vehicle 99.1
water 98.3
no person 98.2
machine 96.8
mine 96.8
transportation system 96.5
ship 95.9
heavy 95.5
watercraft 95.1
sea 94.5
winter 94
snow 93.7
coal 93.3
machinery 91.8
black and white 90.7
outdoors 90.6
crane 89.3
bridge 87.2

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

crane 100
lifting device 60.2
device 47.9
industry 41
construction 36.8
sky 34.5
industrial 32.7
ship 31.8
building 29.4
cargo ship 28
oil tanker 25.9
shipping 24.5
machine 23.9
structure 23.1
wreckage 22.7
sea 22.7
architecture 22.7
vessel 22.4
steel 22.1
port 21.2
part 19.7
night 19.5
engineering 19
work 18.8
transport 18.3
equipment 18.2
water 18
transportation 17.9
tower 17.9
urban 17.5
city 17.5
cargo 17.5
bridge 17.1
site 16.9
ocean 16.6
harbor 16.4
silhouette 15.7
lift 15.6
high 15.6
sunset 15.3
dock 14.6
dusk 14.3
river 14.2
business 14
tall 13.2
cranes 12.8
machinery 12.7
truck 12
energy 11.8
working 11.5
heavy 11.5
landscape 11.2
power 10.9
load 10.8
lifting 10.8
development 10.5
sunrise 10.3
iron 10.3
craft 9.7
metal 9.7
power shovel 9.6
concrete 9.6
tow truck 9.6
cloud 9.5
build 9.5
famous 9.3
frame 9.2
container ship 9.1
landmark 9
loading 8.9
boats 8.7
light 8.7
built 8.7
scene 8.7
yellow 8.6
evening 8.4
exterior 8.3
tourism 8.3
environment 8.2
motor vehicle 8.1
scenery 8.1
coast 8.1
activity 8.1
suspension 7.9
factory 7.8
cable 7.8
travel 7.7
modern 7.7
project 7.7
trade 7.7
traffic 7.6
cityscape 7.6
black 7.2

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 99.8
outdoor 91.8
ship 85.3
black and white 81.1
transport 79.9
bridge 70.4
black 67
water 66.8
white 66.3
old 55.2
vintage 38.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Construction Crane

Clarifai

Vehicle

AWS Rekognition

Construction Crane 86.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

nature landscape 97.5%
beaches seaside 2.2%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

a city in the 1930s.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a crane is shown in this black and white photo

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white, negative image showing industrial equipment at a mining or excavation site. The main feature of the image is a large dragline excavator with a long boom (crane) extended over an area of mounded earth. In the background, trees line the horizon under a cloudy sky. The mounds of soil or rock suggest active excavation work. At the bottom of the image, handwritten text reads "23048-B J.J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla."

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

The image is a black and white photograph showing a large piece of industrial machinery that appears to be a dragline excavator working at a mining site or similar location. The dragline has a long boom with a large bucket suspended from cables, which is used to scoop material, likely from the piles of earth seen in the foreground. These piles form mounds or excavated material that stretch across the image. In the background, there is a dense line of trees or forested area. The image has a somewhat surreal appearance with high contrast, as the bright parts of the photo are accentuated, such as the sky, while the excavator and earth are quite dark. The bottom of the photograph includes text which reads, "23048-B. J.J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla." which likely refers to the photographer or photo agency along with the location where this photo was taken.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a large industrial crane or excavator operating in a rugged, mountainous landscape. The crane has an extended boom and appears to be working in a mining or construction site, with piles of dirt and rock visible in the foreground. The scene is captured in black and white, giving it a stark, dramatic quality. The image conveys a sense of the scale and power of the machinery being used in this remote, harsh environment.

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

This appears to be a vintage black and white photograph showing what looks like a large industrial mining operation. In the image, there's a massive dragline or mining crane visible at the top of the frame, with its characteristic long boom and cables extending out over what appears to be an open pit mine or quarry. The landscape below shows extensive excavation with various levels and terraces cut into the earth, creating a dramatic mountainous appearance. The terrain appears dark and rugged, typical of mining operations. The photo has a credit or identification number at the bottom indicating it was taken by J.J. Steinmetz from Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida. The contrast between the mechanical structure at the top and the carved-out landscape below creates a striking industrial scene.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large crane or dragline excavator situated in a quarry or mine. The crane is positioned on the left side of the image, with its long boom extending to the right and slightly downward. It appears to be in operation, as indicated by the presence of a bucket or scoop attached to the end of the boom.

In the foreground, there are several large piles of dirt or rock, which suggest that the crane is being used for excavation or mining purposes. The background of the image shows a line of trees or vegetation, which may indicate the edge of the quarry or mine.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption that reads "J.J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla." This suggests that the photograph was taken by J.J. Steinmetz, a photographer who was active in the early 20th century. The location of the photograph is identified as Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida, which is a region known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the industrial activities that were taking place in the region during the early 20th century. It also highlights the importance of photography as a means of documenting historical events and preserving cultural heritage.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image depicts a large, industrial machine operating in a coal mine. The machine is positioned on the left side of the image, with its long arm extended over a pile of coal. The machine's body is dark-colored, and it has a large bucket attached to the end of the arm. The bucket is filled with coal, which is being lifted out of the mine.

In the background, there are several piles of coal, as well as a large pile of dirt or rock. The sky above is dark and cloudy, suggesting that the image was taken during the day. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of industry and productivity, with the machine working diligently to extract coal from the mine.

The image appears to be a photograph, possibly taken for documentation or promotional purposes. The presence of the machine and the coal piles suggests that the image was taken in a coal mine, possibly in the United States during the mid-20th century. The image provides a glimpse into the industrial processes involved in coal mining and the machinery used to extract this valuable resource.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The black-and-white photograph depicts a massive excavator, possibly a dragline, situated in an open-pit mining area. The excavator is prominently featured in the foreground, with its extended boom and bucket suspended in the air, suggesting it is in the process of lifting material. The image is dated and labeled at the bottom, indicating it was taken in 1948 by J. J. Steinmetz in Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida. The surrounding landscape is characterized by piles of earth and rock, indicative of an active mining operation. The sky in the background appears to be overcast, adding a somber tone to the scene.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image is a black and white photograph of a large crane with a long arm and a bucket at the end. The crane is positioned on the left side of the image, and it is lifting a large pile of dirt. The pile of dirt is in the center of the image, and it appears to be a mountain of dirt. The image has a watermark on the bottom left corner that reads "J. J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Fla."

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a large, industrial mining machine, likely an excavator or dredge, operating in a landscape of mounds of earth. The machine is the focal point, with a large, complex structure including a central cabin-like section, a long boom, and a digging mechanism. It is situated on a relatively flat area, with the boom reaching out and down, presumably collecting material. The sky is visible in the background, and the landscape is full of hills and mounds. The photo is a negative, which gives it a unique aesthetic. The image is labeled at the bottom with text that reads, "J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA." and the number "23048 B." is also visible.

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

The image shows a large crane with a bucket scoop working in a quarry or mining operation. The crane is positioned to the left of the frame, and its long arm extends across the landscape, with the bucket hanging over a pile of material. There are multiple piles of earth, rock, or other materials in the foreground and mid-ground. The background has what appears to be a row of trees, but the image is somewhat inverted or negative-toned, making it difficult to discern details. The overall impression is of a large industrial operation involving excavation and material handling. Text at the bottom of the image says "23048B. J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA." indicating the photographer and location.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a large excavator or dragline machine operating in what appears to be a mining or construction site. The machine is positioned on a flat surface and is actively engaged in digging or moving earth, as evidenced by the bucket attached to its long boom, which is extended and appears to be in the process of scooping up material.

The background shows a landscape with uneven terrain, likely created by the excavation process. There are piles of earth and possibly vegetation in the distance. The sky is overcast, suggesting either early morning, late evening, or a cloudy day.

The photograph is in black and white, indicating it may be of historical significance. The text at the bottom of the image reads "J.J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA," which likely refers to the photographer or the location where the photograph was taken.

Overall, the image captures a scene of heavy machinery at work in an industrial setting, highlighting the scale and power of the equipment used in such operations.

Qwen

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph capturing a large industrial scene. It features a massive crane operating in a landscape dominated by large mounds of dirt or spoil, likely the result of digging or excavation work. The crane is positioned on a mound of dirt, with its long arm extended towards another mound, suggesting it is involved in lifting or moving materials. The background includes a dense forest, and the sky is cloudy, indicating overcast weather. The text at the bottom of the image identifies the location as "J. J. Steinmetz, Siesta Key, Sarasota, FLA," providing a specific reference to the site and photographer. The overall impression is of an active construction or mining operation.

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

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting a large dragline excavator in operation at a mining or quarrying site. The dragline has a long boom with a suspended bucket at the end, which is being used to excavate material from the ground. The terrain in the foreground shows various piles of excavated material and deep trenches, indicating active digging. In the background, there is a treeline, suggesting the proximity of a natural area. The image is labeled with the text "J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA." at the bottom, indicating the location and possibly the photographer or the company responsible for the scene. The photograph also has a negative number "23048 B" printed on it. The overall scene captures the industrial activity and the impact of mining on the landscape.

Text analysis

Amazon

SIESTA
KEY,
SARASOTA,
230483
J.
STEINMETZ,
J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA.
FLA.
CODAK-EVEELA

Google

23048 B. J. J. STEINMETZ, SIESTA KEY, SARASOTA, FLA.
23048
B.
J.
STEINMETZ,
SIESTA
KEY,
SARASOTA,
FLA.