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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (car crossing railroad tracks in front of train)

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, 4.2002.8156

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (car crossing railroad tracks in front of train)

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, 4.2002.8156

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-08

Automobile 99.7
Vehicle 99.7
Transportation 99.7
Locomotive 96.3
Machine 93.8
Engine 82.1
Motor 82.1
Steam Engine 78.7
Human 77

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

vehicle 98.5
people 97.7
transportation system 96.9
car 93.1
monochrome 92.1
no person 91.4
street 91.1
road 89.4
city 87.4
light 84.4
train 84.3
grinder 84.2
machine 84.1
one 83.8
adult 83.3
building 82.6
truck 81.6
art 81.1
industry 77.8
railway 77.7

Imagga
created on 2022-01-08

vehicle 59.1
wheeled vehicle 48.4
locomotive 47.8
car 42
steam locomotive 37.1
transportation 31.4
freight car 30.6
engine 28.9
transport 26.5
steam 25.2
tank 25.1
military vehicle 23.5
tracked vehicle 22.4
train 22.1
power 21
old 20.9
part 19.9
track 18.7
railroad 18.7
conveyance 17.9
railway 17.7
wreckage 15.6
travel 15.5
black 15
vintage 14.9
metal 14.5
wheel 14.2
steel 14.1
smoke 14
machine 13.2
armored vehicle 12.5
half track 12.4
tracks 11.8
industrial 11.8
cannon 11.7
military 11.6
automobile 11.5
retro 11.5
coal 11.1
industry 11.1
truck 11
speed 11
rail 10.8
motor vehicle 10.6
war 10.6
auto 10.5
road 9.9
technology 9.6
gun 9.3
artillery 9.1
tourism 9.1
sky 8.9
army 8.8
cockpit 8.7
classic 8.4
danger 8.2
tourist 8.2
history 8.1
water 8
device 7.9
driver 7.8
weapon 7.8
heavy 7.6
traffic 7.6
drive 7.6
ship 7.6
amphibian 7.4
wreck 7.2
motor 7.1
sea 7

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-08

text 98.7
vehicle 93.7
black and white 88.5
ship 87
land vehicle 77.6
monochrome 52.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Car
Train
Wheel
Person

Clarifai

Car
Wheel
Land vehicle

AWS Rekognition

Car 99.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-08

paintings art 68.9%
text visuals 14.1%
food drinks 8.9%
cars vehicles 4.1%
nature landscape 1.4%
interior objects 1.2%

Captions

Clarifai

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

a tank on the move.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a man in a hat is standing next to a train

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-18

This is a black-and-white negative image depicting a railroad crossing with a locomotive and two vintage cars. On the left side of the image, there is a large steam locomotive positioned on the railway tracks, with visible machinery and cylindrical components typical of older train designs. On the right side of the image, two classic cars are on the road near the crossing, with one directly crossing in front of the train tracks while the other is stationary or moving away. The background features an open rural landscape with fields and faint fencing. A railroad crossing sign is positioned near the tracks, marking the intersection of the road and railway. The high-contrast negative tonal values create an eerie and dramatic atmosphere.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-18

This image is a photographic negative depicting a railroad crossing scene with a steam locomotive and two vintage cars. On the left side of the image is the massive body of a steam locomotive, showing intricate details of its machinery due to the negative’s inversion of light and dark areas. The locomotive is on a track that intersects with a road.

On the right side of the image, there are two vintage cars crossing the railway tracks. One car is in motion, slightly blurred, as it appears to be moving across the crossing, while the other car is stationary or possibly moving slowly behind the first. Above the cars, there may be a railroad crossing sign, but the negative image makes the details harder to discern. The background shows an open rural landscape with fields and possibly low hills or trees in the distance. The sky appears very dark due to the negative effect, giving the image a stark, dramatic appearance.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting an old locomotive or train engine in the foreground, with some older model cars or vehicles visible in the background. The locomotive seems to be parked or stopped on a railroad track at night, with the dark sky and landscape visible behind it. The overall scene has a vintage or historical feel to it, suggesting this may be an image from an earlier time period.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This appears to be a black and white photograph showing what looks like a car accident or crash scene at night. There are several vintage automobiles visible in the image, and there appears to be some kind of structural damage or debris in the foreground. The lighting and composition suggests this may be from the 1940s or 1950s. The image has a dramatic, film noir quality to it with strong contrasts between light and dark areas.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a train and two cars. The train is on the left side of the image, with its front facing to the right. It has a large engine and several cars behind it. The two cars are parked on the right side of the image, facing away from the train. They appear to be old-fashioned cars, possibly from the 1930s or 1940s. The background of the image is dark, suggesting that it was taken at night. There are some trees and buildings visible in the distance, but they are not clearly defined. Overall, the image appears to be a nostalgic or vintage photograph, capturing a moment in time when trains and cars were more prominent modes of transportation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a train with a car being towed behind it.

The train is on the left side of the image, and it appears to be a steam engine. It has a large front wheel and a long body with several cars attached to it. The train is traveling on a track that runs through a rural area. In the background, there are fields and hills visible.

The car being towed behind the train is an old-fashioned sedan with a rounded front end and a trunk in the back. It is attached to the train by a rope or chain.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in the early 20th century, possibly during the 1920s or 1930s. The style of the train and the car, as well as the clothing worn by the people in the background, support this dating.

The image may have been taken for a commercial or advertising purpose, as it appears to be a promotional photo for a train company or a car manufacturer. Alternatively, it could be a personal photograph taken by someone who was interested in trains or cars.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past and offers a unique perspective on how people used to travel and transport goods.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a scene from the past, likely taken in the 1930s or 1940s. The main focus of the image is a steam locomotive train engine, positioned on the left side of the frame. The engine is large and imposing, with intricate details visible on its metal body and various mechanical components.

In the foreground, the engine's front end is prominently displayed, showing the smokestack, headlights, and other parts. The engine's wheels and tracks are also visible, indicating that it is either stopped or about to depart from the station.

To the right of the engine, there is a road leading away from the train tracks. On this road, two vintage cars are parked side by side. These cars appear to be from the same era as the train engine, with their classic designs and rounded shapes. One of the cars has a person standing next to it, possibly waiting for the train to pass or preparing to board it.

In the background, there is a rural landscape with fields, trees, and a distant horizon. The sky appears to be dark, suggesting that the photograph was taken either early in the morning or late in the evening.

Overall, the image captures a nostalgic and historical moment, showcasing the coexistence of steam trains and vintage automobiles in a bygone era. The contrast between the large, mechanical train engine and the smaller, human-sized cars adds to the sense of scale and perspective in the photograph.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The black-and-white image shows a train engine on the left side and two cars on the right side. The train engine is on the track, and the cars are on the road. The train engine is huge and has a complex structure, while the cars are small and simple. The road is surrounded by grass, and a pole with a traffic sign is in the middle of the road.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white negative of a scene featuring a large steam locomotive on the left side. The locomotive is prominent, taking up a significant portion of the frame with its side visible, including details of its wheels, pipes, and machinery.

To the right of the train, there is a road or dirt track. Two vintage cars are positioned on this road; one is closer to the viewer, and the other is further back. They are both parked, facing away from the train. A railroad crossing signal is visible further down the road, and in the background, there are hints of fields, a horizon line, and trees. The overall impression is that of a rural setting.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

The black-and-white image features a steam train looming on the left side. The train's complex system of wheels, pipes, and machinery are visible, suggesting a large and powerful locomotive.

In the background, two vintage cars are parked on a road or path. A train crossing sign stands between the cars, marking the presence of the railway. Beyond the road, a field or open area extends into the distance, with a hint of a treeline or vegetation on the horizon.

The lighting is inverted, creating a stark contrast between light and dark areas. The details in the foreground are sharp and well-defined, while the background appears somewhat blurred or less distinct.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a scene at a railroad crossing during nighttime. The focal point is a large steam locomotive on the left side of the image, moving along the tracks. The locomotive is detailed, showcasing its mechanical components, including the large driving wheels and the connecting rods.

On the right side of the image, there are two vintage cars waiting at the crossing. The cars appear to be from the early to mid-20th century, with classic designs typical of that era. The scene is illuminated by the headlights of the cars and possibly a light from the train or a nearby source, casting a glow on the vehicles and the immediate surroundings.

The background is dark, indicating it is nighttime, with no other significant details visible beyond the immediate vicinity of the train and cars. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a moment captured in time, highlighting the intersection of rail and road transportation in a bygone era.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-24

This black-and-white photograph depicts a dramatic nighttime scene featuring a vintage steam locomotive on the left and two classic cars parked on the right. The locomotive is detailed, showcasing its large smokestack and intricate mechanical components. The cars appear to be from the early to mid-20th century, with a distinct vintage design and rounded features. The setting is a rural area, with a dark, open sky in the background and a lightly lit area near the cars, possibly from a nearby streetlight. The ground is grassy, and the overall mood of the image is moody and atmospheric, enhanced by the stark contrast of light and shadow.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-24

This is a black and white photograph taken at night showing a steam locomotive and two vintage cars. The locomotive is on the left side of the image, with its large wheels and intricate mechanical components clearly visible. The two cars are parked on a road to the right of the train tracks, facing the camera. The cars appear to be from the mid-20th century, with rounded shapes and large fenders. The background is dark, indicating it is nighttime, and there is some foliage visible on the right side of the image. The overall composition gives a sense of stillness and contrasts the industrial technology of the train with the more modern cars.

Text analysis

Amazon

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