Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (office buildings next to beach)

Date

c. 1975

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, 4.2002.8208

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (office buildings next to beach)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

c. 1975

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.8208

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-08

Office Building 95.1
Building 95.1
Vehicle 82.5
Transportation 82.5
Urban 77.2
Road 75.2
City 67.6
Town 67.6
Smoke 66
Nature 64.3
Ship 64
Tarmac 62.1
Asphalt 62.1
Fog 60.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

monochrome 99.8
city 99.7
beach 99.2
architecture 98.7
black and white 98.6
street 98.2
sea 98
building 97.8
landscape 97.7
urban 97.7
water 96.7
skyline 96.7
sky 96.4
ocean 95.9
light 95.8
cityscape 94.3
mono 94
seashore 93.5
harbor 93.1
river 92.9

Imagga
created on 2022-01-08

waterfront 45.3
sky 43.1
pier 42.1
city 40
water 39.5
sea 33.7
ocean 31.5
architecture 31.5
travel 29.6
support 29.3
bay 29.1
cityscape 27.5
building 26.2
sunset 26.1
shoreline 25.1
river 25
skyline 24.7
structure 24.6
landmark 24.4
urban 23.6
breakwater 22.9
night 22.2
device 21.9
bridge 21.8
tourism 21.5
landscape 20.9
buildings 20.8
harbor 20.3
skyscraper 20.1
tower 19.9
coast 19.8
clouds 18.6
barrier 17.9
ship 17.6
scene 17.3
downtown 17.3
shore 16.3
boat 16.1
coastline 16
beach 15.9
tourist 15.4
seaside 15.2
light 14.7
summer 14.2
port 13.5
obstruction 13.4
famous 13.1
reflection 13
pacific 12.6
cloud 12.1
construction 12
dusk 11.5
modern 11.2
town 11.2
horizon 10.8
vacation 10.7
sun 10.6
panorama 10.5
outdoors 10.5
cloudy 10.3
evening 10.3
day 10.2
business 9.7
scenic 9.7
vessel 9.6
lake 9.2
expressway 8.9
boats 8.8
sunrise 8.5
lights 8.4
exterior 8.3
island 8.3
dark 7.5
office 7.4
historic 7.4
transport 7.3
scenery 7.2
transportation 7.2
marina 7

Google
created on 2022-01-08

Building 93.5
Water 90.7
Black 89.5
Rectangle 88.5
Black-and-white 83.2
Line 81.6
Tower block 80.5
Font 78.1
Tints and shades 77.3
Skyscraper 76.6
Horizon 74.7
City 73.5
Monochrome 72.6
Sky 72.3
Monochrome photography 71.5
Cityscape 66.2
Landscape 62.4
Condominium 62.3
Art 61.2
History 61.2

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-08

text 99.5
outdoor 98.5
sky 98.3
skyscraper 96.3
black and white 90.7
white 90.1
building 85.4
water 83.9
beach 82.1
cloud 80.3
black 70.1
landscape 64.9
ocean 63.3
old 41.7

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

beaches seaside 96.1%
nature landscape 1.9%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a black and white photo of a beach with buildings in the background -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-15

This image appears to be a black-and-white or grayscale negative photograph of an urban coastline. The view shows modern mid-rise buildings likely hosting hotels, apartments, or office spaces. Palm trees are visible along the streets or sidewalks, indicating a tropical or coastal location. The foreground consists of a vast sandy area with tire tracks and a small bush-like plant. The background includes additional buildings with a mix of modern architecture spread across the landscape. The negative effect causes lighter areas, such as the buildings and plants, to stand out sharply against the darker sky and sandy foreground.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-15

The image is an inverted copy with its colors presented as negatives. It shows a coastal area with several mid-rise buildings along the shoreline. In the foreground, there is a sandy beach with some patches of vegetation. The buildings are rectangular, likely hotels or apartment complexes, and appear to have multiple stories. The sky is depicted in a darker hue due to the negative effect. The scene is fairly expansive, with a sense of depth leading from the closer buildings on the left to more distant structures on the right. There are some palm trees visible, further highlighting the coastal setting.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a coastal cityscape in black and white. In the foreground, there is a beach with waves crashing on the shore. In the background, there are several tall, modern-looking buildings and skyscrapers lining the coastline. The buildings appear to be hotels or residential towers. The sky is overcast, giving the scene a somber, atmospheric feel.

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 a waterfront view of what looks like apartment or hotel buildings along a shoreline. The main building in focus is a tall, modernist-style structure with multiple floors and balconies. The architecture appears to be from around the mid-20th century. The building is positioned near what appears to be a body of water (possibly an ocean, lake, or bay) which takes up the foreground of the image. The water appears calm and dark in the monochromatic photo. There are other buildings visible in the background, creating a modest skyline. The overall composition suggests this might be a beachfront or coastal development area.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of a large body of water, likely a lake or river, with a cityscape in the background. The water's surface is characterized by gentle ripples, suggesting a calm atmosphere.

In the foreground, a small patch of land protrudes into the water, featuring a few trees and bushes. This area appears to be a park or a natural reserve, adding a touch of greenery to the otherwise urban landscape.

The cityscape in the background is dominated by several tall buildings, including what appears to be a hotel or apartment complex on the left side of the image. These structures are likely residential or commercial, contributing to the urban character of the scene.

The sky above is clear and cloudless, providing a striking contrast to the darker tones of the water and buildings. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, despite the presence of urban development in the background.

The photograph's composition and lighting suggest that it was taken during the day, possibly during a sunny period, which further enhances the sense of calmness and peacefulness conveyed by the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a beach with buildings in the background. The foreground features a sandy beach with a few small plants and what appears to be tire tracks or footprints. In the middle ground, there are several large buildings, including apartment complexes and hotels, which line the beachfront. The buildings have multiple stories and balconies, and some have palm trees in front of them. The background of the image shows a clear sky with no clouds, suggesting a sunny day. Overall, the image captures a serene and peaceful scene of a beach town, with the buildings and palm trees adding a touch of tropical flair.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image depicts a monochromatic aerial view of a coastal city with a focus on its urban architecture and infrastructure. In the foreground, there is a vast expanse of land, possibly a beach or a large open space, characterized by its flat terrain and minimal vegetation. The land is devoid of any people or animals, giving it a deserted and somewhat desolate appearance.

In the background, a series of tall buildings and structures rise against the sky. These buildings appear to be a mix of residential and commercial properties, with some featuring modern architectural designs. The structures are lined up along the coastline, suggesting a well-planned urban development. The buildings are tall and have a significant number of windows, indicating a high-density residential area.

The sky in the image is overcast, with clouds obscuring the sun and casting a diffuse light over the scene. This contributes to the overall somber and somewhat melancholic mood of the image. The lack of vibrant colors and the monochromatic filter further enhance this effect, making the scene appear timeless and almost dreamlike.

The image also includes a few streetlights and possibly some trees or vegetation in the foreground, but these elements are not prominently visible due to the image's focus on the urban landscape. The overall composition of the image suggests a sense of isolation and emptiness, despite the presence of numerous buildings and structures.

In summary, the image is a monochromatic aerial view of a coastal city with a focus on its urban architecture and infrastructure. The scene is characterized by a vast expanse of flat land, tall buildings, and an overcast sky, creating a somber and somewhat desolate atmosphere. The lack of vibrant colors and the focus on the urban landscape contribute to the image's overall mood of isolation and emptiness.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is in black and white. It features a wide, open area with a flat surface that seems to be a beach. The surface is covered with sand, and there are some small waves. In the distance, there are several buildings, including a tall building with many windows. There are also some trees and streetlights in the area. The sky is clear, and there are no clouds.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph, likely taken during the daytime, featuring a coastal landscape with several tall buildings in the background. The scene has a somewhat surreal or dreamlike quality due to the monotone color scheme and the stark contrast.

Foreground:

  • The foreground is dominated by a large expanse of what appears to be sand or a beach.
  • The sand is textured with subtle lines or patterns, possibly from wind or tides.

Midground:

  • A road or path can be seen running along the edge of the beach.
  • There are some sparse bushes.

Background:

  • The background is dominated by a cluster of several tall buildings. These buildings have a modernist architectural style. They appear to be high-rise structures, likely hotels or apartment buildings.
  • The sky is a uniform grey.

Additional observations:

  • The composition is somewhat balanced, with the buildings on the horizon providing a focal point.
  • The image's tone makes the scene look somewhat desolate or isolated.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-16

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a grayscale, high-angle shot of a beach and a few tall buildings in the background. The sky is a uniform, dark tone, and there is no evident sun or other strong light source. The sandy beach in the foreground takes up about half the frame, with tire tracks visible across its surface. Behind the beach, there is a road lined with trees. On the other side of the road, there are a series of buildings, including a few tall high-rises and what appear to be apartment buildings. The buildings are spaced out with open areas between them. The image has a slightly desaturated look.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a coastal urban area. The foreground features a sandy beach with a small water fountain or sprinkler in the center. Beyond the beach, there is a wide road or promenade lined with streetlights.

In the background, there are several high-rise buildings, likely residential or commercial structures. The architectural style suggests a mid-20th-century design, characterized by modernist elements such as flat roofs and large windows. The buildings vary in height, with some being taller and more prominent, while others are shorter and more spread out.

The sky is clear, indicating a sunny day, and the overall scene suggests a well-developed urban area near the coast, possibly a city or a resort town. The photograph has a vintage feel, likely taken several decades ago.

Text analysis

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