Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (dry tortugas flying above beach)

Date

c. 1950

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, 4.2002.7960

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (dry tortugas flying above beach)

People

Artist: Joseph Janney Steinmetz, American 1905 - 1985

Date

c. 1950

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, American Professional Photographers Collection, 4.2002.7960

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Flock 99.9
Animal 99.9
Flying 92.8
Outdoors 82.1
Water 79
Nature 78.3
Plant 60.7
Transportation 60.6
Vehicle 60.6
Aircraft 60.6
Sea 60.1
Ocean 60.1
Waterfowl 56.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

monochrome 99
bird 98.4
water 97.8
goose 95.9
black and white 95.7
winter 95.4
no person 94.3
nature 93.8
river 93.8
wildlife 91.4
snow 90.6
group 90.6
migration 90.6
outdoors 90.5
lake 90.2
ocean 89.6
landscape 89.5
flight 89
sea 87.7
seagulls 87.5

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

background 95
screen 76.2
display 54.5
electronic device 38
blackboard 28.8
grunge 26.4
texture 25
pattern 23.3
design 21.4
frame 19.3
art 17.2
border 17.2
device 16.9
space 16.3
sky 15.4
decoration 15.1
vintage 14.1
old 13.9
graphic 13.9
weather 13.6
wallpaper 13
water 12.7
star 12.7
dark 12.5
cool 12.4
snow 12.3
text 12.2
liquid 12.2
antique 12.1
cold 12.1
natural 12.1
black 12
winter 11.9
rough 11.9
dirty 11.8
retro 11.5
digital 11.4
clear 11.3
jigsaw puzzle 10.9
wet 10.7
light 10.7
rain 10.4
window 10.1
material 9.8
night 9.8
new 9.7
stain 9.6
color 9.5
season 9.4
glass 9.3
element 9.1
backdrop 9.1
paint 9.1
ice 9
transparent 9
your 8.7
holiday 8.6
damaged 8.6
wall 8.6
puzzle 8.6
weathered 8.6
grungy 8.5
clean 8.4
backgrounds 8.1
surface 7.9
textured 7.9
droplets 7.8
messy 7.7
stained 7.7
floral 7.7
card 7.7
computer 7.6
silhouette 7.5
close 7.4
year 7.3
drop 7.3
aged 7.2
fresh 7.2
bright 7.2
sea 7.1
trees 7.1
spring 7.1

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Bird 97
Water 93.6
Vertebrate 92.3
Organism 85.9
Black-and-white 85.4
Beak 85.3
Style 83.8
Plant 79.3
Adaptation 79.3
Art 75.7
Monochrome photography 75.4
Lake 74.9
Monochrome 73.8
Font 73.3
Wing 72.8
Seabird 71.3
Wildlife 71.1
Rectangle 69.1
Flock 69.1
Animal migration 66.2

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 99.7
bird 96.2
white 76.6
old 71.3
black 67
nature 61.2
water 55
vintage 32.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Airplane

Clarifai

Bird
Plant

AWS Rekognition

Bird 98%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

text visuals 92%
nature landscape 2.4%
streetview architecture 2%
cars vehicles 1.7%
beaches seaside 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-09

a vintage photo of a person 54.7%
a vintage photo of a horse 54.6%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a flock of birds flying over the sea.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a flock of birds flying over a field

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image depicts a flock of birds, likely terns, both perched on the ground and in flight. The scene showcases a large number of birds on a flat, grassy terrain, suggesting a coastal or wetland area. Many birds are scattered across the ground while others are flying, creating a dynamic sense of movement. The image appears to be labeled with the name "Steinmetz, Sarasota, Florida," suggesting the location is Sarasota, Florida, and possibly taken by someone named Steinmetz.

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

The image is a black and white negative, showing a large flock of birds, likely seagulls or terns, both resting on the ground and flying in the air. The birds are captured in various positions, with their wings outstretched or flapping as they take flight. The background appears to be a flat, open ground, possibly a beach or coastal area, which is typical for such bird gatherings. The sky is dark due to the negative effect, creating a high contrast between the white bodies and wings of the birds and the dark negative space. The words "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA" are printed at the bottom, indicating the location and possibly the photographer's name.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image shows a flock of birds in flight against a dark, cloudy sky. The birds appear to be seagulls or similar coastal birds, with their wings outstretched as they soar through the air. The birds are captured in a dramatic, dynamic composition, creating a sense of movement and energy. The image has a striking black and white, high-contrast aesthetic, giving it a moody, atmospheric quality. The location is identified as Sarasota, Florida, suggesting this is a coastal scene.

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

This is a black and white photograph taken in Sarasota, Florida, showing a large flock of seabirds, likely terns or gulls. The image captures a dynamic scene with many birds both in flight and resting on what appears to be a beach or shoreline. The birds in flight are captured with their wings spread, creating beautiful white silhouettes against the darker sky. Those on the ground are densely packed together near what looks like the water's edge. The composition creates a striking contrast between the birds' white feathers and the darker background, with birds visible at various heights and distances, giving the photograph depth and movement. The image appears to be a vintage photograph, as indicated by its monochromatic style and the text notation at the bottom crediting "Steinmetz, Sarasota, Florida."

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a flock of birds in flight, with the majority of them flying above a body of water and a grassy area. The birds are all white with black heads, and they appear to be seagulls or similar species.

The photograph is taken from a low angle, looking up at the birds as they fly over the water. The sky is dark and cloudy, but the sun is shining through the clouds, creating a bright spot in the top-right corner of the image.

In the background, there is a grassy area that stretches out behind the body of water. The grass is tall and green, and it appears to be swaying gently in the wind.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of movement and energy, as the birds fly through the air with ease. The dark sky and cloudy conditions add a sense of drama and tension to the scene, while the bright spot of sunlight creates a sense of hope and optimism.

Summary: The image shows a flock of white birds flying over a body of water and a grassy area, with a dark and cloudy sky and a bright spot of sunlight in the top-right corner.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a large flock of birds in flight over a grassy field. The birds are mostly white with black heads and appear to be terns or gulls. They are flying in various directions, some soaring high above the field while others are closer to the ground.

In the foreground, there are many birds standing on the grass, some with their wings spread out. The field itself is covered in tall grasses and weeds, with a few patches of dirt visible. In the background, the sky is dark and cloudy, with the sun shining through the clouds on the right side of the image.

At the bottom of the image, there is a caption that reads "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA" in small letters. On the right side of the image, there is a vertical strip of text that reads "42800" and "SAFETY KODAK" in small letters. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of freedom and movement, with the birds in flight creating a sense of energy and dynamism.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

This black-and-white image captures a flock of birds, possibly seagulls, flying in the sky. Some of the birds are flying in the same direction, while others are flying in different directions. The birds are flying in a circular motion, and some of them are flying in a straight line. The image has a watermark with the text "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA" on the bottom left corner. The sky is dark, and the birds are illuminated by the sun.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

A black-and-white photo of a flock of birds flying in the sky. Some of them are perched on the ground, which is covered with grass. There are also some birds that are flying in the opposite direction. The photo has a watermark that reads "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA" on the bottom. The photo also has a serial number "47280" on the right side.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a large flock of birds. Some of the birds are on the ground, and many others are flying in the sky. The ground appears to be a flat, grassy area. The sky is a dark shade of grey, with a bright spot that might be the sun.

At the bottom of the photograph, the words "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA" are printed. Along the right edge, the number "42800" is visible. The overall impression is one of a busy, active scene in a natural environment.

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 photograph showing a large gathering of birds. The birds are a mix of those in flight and those resting on the ground.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Composition: The photograph captures a vast scene, likely a coastal area or marsh. The foreground is filled with many birds perched on the ground, and the background shows a large number of birds in mid-flight, soaring towards the sky.
  • Light and Tone: The photograph has a strong contrast, with dark shadows contrasting with the bright areas where the sun is most intense.
  • Subjects: The primary subjects of the image are the birds. They appear to be a species of tern, characterized by their sleek bodies, pointed wings, and forked tails.
  • Environment: The setting is most likely in Steinmetz, Sarasota, Florida, as the text in the bottom suggests. The ground looks like a low-lying, possibly marshy area, while the sky is overcast.
  • Overall Impression: The image likely captures a moment of activity, perhaps migration, or a gathering place for the birds. The photograph evokes a feeling of motion, as well as the serenity of nature.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a large flock of birds, likely terns, in flight and on the ground. The scene appears to be at a coastal location, given the mention of "Steinmetz, Sarasota, Florida" at the bottom of the image. The sky is filled with numerous birds in various stages of flight, creating a dynamic and lively atmosphere. Some birds are captured mid-flight with their wings spread wide, while others are closer to the ground or landing. The ground itself appears to be a mix of sandy and grassy terrain, with many birds resting or standing. The overall mood of the image is energetic and natural, capturing a moment of avian activity in a coastal environment. The sun is visible in the sky, adding a bright element to the scene.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a large number of birds in flight and on the ground. The birds appear to be flying in a somewhat scattered formation, with some birds in the foreground appearing to be on the ground while others are in mid-air. The background is relatively dark, suggesting it might be an evening or night scene, with a faint light source visible in the upper right corner, possibly indicating a moon or streetlight.

The bottom of the image includes a caption that reads "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA," indicating the location and possibly the photographer or the source of the photograph. The overall impression is a naturalistic scene of wildlife, likely taken in a coastal or open area. The style of the photograph and the caption suggest it could be from the mid-20th century.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

This black-and-white photograph captures a scene of numerous birds in flight and on the ground in what appears to be a natural habitat. The image is quite dynamic, with birds scattered across the sky and some resting or moving on the ground. The photograph is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the birds in the sky against the horizon. The bottom of the image has text that reads "STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA," indicating the photographer and the location. The overall composition suggests a lively and bustling avian environment.

Text analysis

Amazon

STEINMETZ,
FLORIDA
STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA
SARASOTA,
0082
RACO 0082
RACO

Google

STEINMETZ, SARASOTA, FLORIDA
STEINMETZ,
SARASOTA,
FLORIDA