Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (boy and girl holding an inner tube in front of rental shop at 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, 4.2002.7516

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (boy and girl holding an inner tube in front of rental shop at 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, 4.2002.7516

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-08

Person 94.1
Human 94.1
Machine 90.3
Building 76.5
Person 75.5
Housing 68.5
Engine 63.3
Motor 63.3
People 61.5
Person 59.1
Transportation 55.8
Train 55.7
Vehicle 55.7
Person 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

people 99.4
vehicle 98.9
transportation system 97.4
monochrome 94.2
adult 92.8
group 92.2
man 92.1
war 91.3
car 90.2
train 87.8
truck 87.3
group together 85.8
chair 85.8
no person 84.6
engine 84.4
nostalgia 81.2
machine 80.7
offense 80.6
weapon 79.7
vintage 79.3

Imagga
created on 2022-01-08

cockpit 51.8
device 27.9
vehicle 24.8
technology 23.7
equipment 23.6
metal 19.3
car 17.8
engine 17.3
freight car 17
projector 16.3
transportation 15.2
machine 14.5
digital 13.8
transport 13.7
industry 12.8
wheeled vehicle 12.7
industrial 11.8
interior 11.5
steel 11.5
computer 11.3
old 11.1
control panel 10.4
black 10.2
power 10.1
train 9.8
railway 9.8
fire 9.4
electronic 9.3
safety 9.2
diesel 9.1
music 9
optical device 9
science 8.9
track 8.9
mechanical 8.7
work 8.6
valve 8.6
3d 8.5
grunge 8.5
business 8.5
room 8.3
inside 8.3
electronic equipment 8.2
retro 8.2
control 8.2
man 8.1
light 8
railroad 7.9
locomotive 7.8
modern 7.7
tech 7.6
part 7.5
sound 7.5
iron 7.5
service 7.4
screen 7.1
medical 7.1
travel 7

Google
created on 2022-01-08

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-08

text 98.3
outdoor 90.2
black and white 78.7
cartoon 60.4
old 56.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Train
Person 94.1%
Person 75.5%
Person 59.1%
Person 55.4%
Train 55.7%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-19

a photograph of a bunch of metal pipes and pipes in a store -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This is a negative image of a retro beachside rental shop scene. The shop features a small stand or kiosk with a scalloped roof offering rentals for tubes, chairs, and umbrellas. Several people, including adults and children, appear to be interacting in the area. They are wearing swimsuits, holding inner tubes, and engaging in beach-related activities. The foreground includes stacks of inflatable inner tubes and beach buckets. A "Rent Tubes - Chairs - Umbrellas" sign is visible, as well as other background details like cars and trees characteristic of a mid-century setting.

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

The image appears to be a negative of a photograph depicting a beach rental kiosk. The kiosk has a small building with a scalloped awning and windows displaying various beach-related items. A sign in front of the kiosk reads "Rent Tubes, Chairs, Umbrellas," indicating the items available for rent. Various inflatable tubes and life preservers are displayed outside the kiosk, along with metal buckets filled with sand or water-related toys. Several children and adults are interacting around the kiosk. The adults, possibly attendants, are wearing swimsuits, and there is a gas pump-like device labeled "Pepsi" next to them. In the background, parked cars and trees can be seen, suggesting a beach or park setting. The scene captures a moment of leisure and preparation for a day at the beach or poolside.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows a carnival or fair booth selling various items such as tubes, chairs, and umbrellas. The booth has a canopy-like structure with decorative trim, and there are several people visible inside and around the booth. The booth appears to be set up in an outdoor location, with other structures and vehicles visible in the background. The overall scene has a vintage or historical feel, captured in a black and white photograph.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-12

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be from a beach or pool area, likely from the 1940s or 1950s. The image shows a rental stand or kiosk where beach/pool equipment is available. There's a sign that reads "RENT TUBES-CHAIRS UMBRELLAS" and you can see various inner tubes and beach equipment scattered in the foreground. Several people in bathing suits are visible in the scene, and there's what appears to be a vending machine or drink stand with an awning. The style of bathing suits and the photography quality suggests this is a vintage photograph capturing a typical summer leisure scene from mid-20th century America.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a group of people at a beachside concession stand. The stand, shaped like a small house, features a sign that reads "TUBES CHAIRS UMBRELLAS" and displays various items for rent, including tubes, chairs, and umbrellas. A woman in a swimsuit stands behind the counter, while another woman and three children are positioned in front of the stand.

In the foreground, a pile of tubes and chairs is visible, with a sign indicating that they are available for rent. The background of the image shows a parking lot with cars, as well as trees and other buildings in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a fun and relaxing day at the beach, with people enjoying the sun, sand, and water.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a group of women in swimsuits standing outside a small building with a sign that reads "RENT TUBES CHAIRS UMBRELLAS". The women are gathered around the building, which appears to be a rental shop for beach equipment. The sign in front of the building indicates that they offer rentals for tubes, chairs, and umbrellas.

In the background, there is a body of water, possibly a lake or ocean, and trees can be seen in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sunny day at the beach, with people enjoying the outdoors and engaging in recreational activities.

The image captures a moment in time, likely from the mid-20th century, when people would often rent equipment to enjoy the beach and other outdoor activities. The use of black-and-white photography adds a nostalgic touch to the image, evoking a sense of simplicity and charm from a bygone era.

Overall, the image presents a serene and idyllic scene, inviting the viewer to imagine themselves in the same setting, surrounded by the sights and sounds of a beautiful day at the beach.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The black-and-white photo shows a scene of a beachside rental shop. The shop has a canopy roof and a sign that reads "Rent Tubes, Chairs, Umbrellas." The shop is surrounded by various items, including buckets, tires, and beach chairs. There are also mannequins dressed in swimsuits, and one of them is holding a tire. The shop is located near a beach, and there are trees and buildings in the distance.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The black-and-white image shows a store with a tent-like roof and a few lifesavers hanging on the wall. Some buckets are placed on the shelf beside the lifesavers. Some people are standing in front of the store, and a few are holding a lifesaver. A board with the text "RENT TUBES. CHAIRS. UMBRELLAS" is placed in front of the store. Some chairs are placed on the right side.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

The photograph captures a vintage scene at a beach or seaside rental stand. It's presented as a black and white negative, which inverts the typical color values. The central subject is a small, quaint kiosk or shack with a wavy, scalloped roof.

Here's a breakdown of the elements:

  • Rental Stand: The stand has an open window offering drinks and possibly other beach supplies. "KIS" can be read on the stand.
  • People: A group of people, presumably vacationers or beachgoers, are visible. They appear to be dressed in swimsuits. Some are interacting with the stand, while others seem to be enjoying the beach atmosphere.
  • Rental Items: A significant number of inner tubes are piled up in the foreground, with some people holding or interacting with them. A sign reads "RENT TUBES CHAIRS UMBRELLAS".
  • Accessories: Buckets, umbrellas, and life preservers are also present, indicating the services offered.
  • Overall Scene: The image evokes a sense of nostalgia, capturing a snapshot of a sunny day at a beach during a past era. There's a feeling of casual leisure and enjoyment of the seaside.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white negative shot, potentially taken at a beach concession stand. In the foreground, there's a pile of inner tubes, with a sign that reads "Rent Tubes, Chairs, Umbrellas". Children are seen holding or surrounded by these tubes.

Behind the tubes, there's a small concession stand where people are present, perhaps making or selling items. To the right of the stand, a vintage air pump for inflating tires can be seen, likely for inflating the inner tubes. A woman stands near the air pump, possibly getting assistance or waiting her turn.

The backdrop includes what appears to be a beach setting with a car parked further back. The overall scene captures a casual, summertime atmosphere. The negative effect changes the tones, making lighter areas appear darker and vice versa, contributing to the distinctive look of the photograph.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a beachside rental stall. The stall appears to be a small, covered structure with a canopy and an awning. Various beach items are displayed for rent, including inner tubes, beach chairs, and umbrellas. A sign in the foreground advertises the rental of "Tubes, Chairs, Umbrellas" for 25 cents.

Several people are visible in the photograph. One person, possibly the stall operator, is standing behind the counter inside the stall. Another person is standing near the stall, possibly a customer, and is dressed in swimwear. There are also a few children in the scene, one of whom is holding an inner tube. The background shows a few parked cars and some trees, indicating that the stall is located near a beach or a recreational area. The overall atmosphere suggests a casual, leisurely setting typical of a beachside rental service.

Text analysis

Amazon

UMBRELLAS
RENT
KIS
BOTTL
Plea
RETURN E
TUBES-CHAIRS
42E

Google

KIS -RENT TUBES CHAIRS UMBRELLAS
KIS
-RENT
TUBES
CHAIRS
UMBRELLAS