Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (couple sitting at restaurant counter, waiter behind counter)

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, 4.2002.4572

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (couple sitting at restaurant counter, waiter behind counter)

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, 4.2002.4572

Copyright

© Estate of Joseph Janney Steinmetz

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-14

Person 98.6
Human 98.6
Person 98.3
Person 85.6
Shop 85.4
Cafe 76.5
Restaurant 76.5
Wristwatch 75.5
Bakery 69.3
Cafeteria 60
Lab 57.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

monochrome 99.5
people 99.5
adult 97.8
indoors 96.1
man 93.5
woman 92.6
horizontal 91.2
side view 89.7
two 89.4
sit 88.8
group 83.2
three 82.2
several 82.1
no person 81.1
one 79.1
four 77.8
nostalgia 73.4
vehicle 73
transportation system 72.2
room 72.2

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

blackboard 100
menu 34.9
fare 28.2
data 26.5
business 24.9
technology 23
board 22.3
digital 21.1
education 20.8
chart 19.1
computer 18.4
information 17.7
finance 16.1
design 15.8
man 15.5
graph 15.4
science 15.1
communication 15.1
market 15.1
hand 14.4
diagram 14.4
financial 14.3
3d 13.9
classroom 13.7
success 13.7
food 13.5
male 13.5
growth 13.2
stock 13.1
college 12.3
black 12
money 11.9
student 11.8
work 11.8
school 11.7
graphic 11.7
scoreboard 11.6
plan 11.3
person 10.9
global 10.9
teacher 10.8
chalk 10.7
businessman 10.6
exam 10.5
university 10.5
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network 10.3
glowing 10.2
people 10
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sign 9.8
human 9.7
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figures 9.7
signboard 9.7
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formula 8.9
analysis 8.8
teaching 8.8
screen 8.8
symbol 8.8
text 8.7
economic 8.7
class 8.7
cloud 8.6
profit 8.6
marketing 8.6
system 8.6
industry 8.5
modern 8.4
electronic 8.4
office 8.4
economy 8.3
style 8.2
job 8
conceptual 7.9
chalkboard 7.8
statistics 7.8
mathematics 7.8
render 7.8
drawing 7.7
numbers 7.7
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texture 7.6
exchange 7.6
web 7.6
research 7.6
tech 7.6
graphics 7.5
writing 7.5
commerce 7.5
bar 7.4
investment 7.3
currency 7.2

Google
created on 2021-12-14

Product 90.8
Black-and-white 85.7
Font 84.7
Hat 84
Style 83.9
Monochrome 75.8
Monochrome photography 74.6
Blackboard 73.9
Room 69.5
T-shirt 61.8
Advertising 60.4
Menu 57.1
Illustration 53.7
Handwriting 53.5
Machine 50.5

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-14

text 100
clothing 81.1
person 79.3
menu 70.3
shop 10.1

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Google

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Wristwatch
Person 98.6%
Person 98.3%
Person 85.6%
Wristwatch 75.5%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-14

calendar 82.9%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a black and white photo of a woman in a restaurant -100%

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of a diner counter, showcasing a nostalgic atmosphere. The diner's interior features a dark countertop with various items, including a clock, a coffee machine, and a menu board. The menu board displays prices for different items, such as sandwiches, milkshakes, and coffee. A man in a hat is visible behind the counter, while two individuals sit at the counter, one wearing a hat and the other with their back to the camera.

The overall ambiance of the image suggests a classic American diner from the past, with its retro decor and nostalgic feel. The photograph appears to be a historical snapshot, capturing a moment in time at this particular diner.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a diner, with a counter and stools in the foreground. The counter is made of marble or granite and has a few stools lined up along it. Behind the counter, there are several shelves stocked with various items such as bottles, jars, and boxes. A large clock hangs on the wall above the counter, and a sign that reads "TASTYKAKE" is visible to the left of the clock.

In the center of the image, a man wearing a hat and a white shirt is sitting at the counter, facing away from the camera. To his right, another man is standing behind the counter, wearing a dark shirt and a bow tie. He appears to be preparing food or drinks for the customers.

On the wall behind the counter, there are several signs and menus displayed. One sign reads "DELICIOUS SANDWICHES," while another lists the prices of various drinks and desserts. A third sign advertises "HEINZ SOUPS" and features a picture of a can of soup.

Overall, the image suggests that this is a busy diner where customers can come to enjoy a quick meal or snack. The presence of the clock and the signs on the wall adds to the sense of nostalgia and retro charm that pervades the image.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image shows a vintage black-and-white photograph of a small shop or diner. The shop has a counter with a menu board displaying various food and drink options, including sandwiches, coffee, and fish cakes. There are also signs advertising tasty homemade fish cakes and a clock on the wall. A man is standing behind the counter, possibly the owner or a worker, and a customer is sitting at the counter. The shop has a nostalgic and old-fashioned feel, with a simple and straightforward design.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The black-and-white image depicts a counter of a restaurant or a café. There are three people in the image. Two of them are sitting on chairs, and the other one is standing behind the counter. The counter has a menu board with different food items and their prices. There are also several items on the counter, including bottles, cups, and a clock. The image has a watermark with the number "119327" on the top and bottom.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph that seems to have been taken at a classic diner or lunch counter. It looks like an old photograph with a lot of information to describe.

Here's a breakdown of the key elements:

  • Setting: The main focus is the interior of a diner or lunch counter. There are menus, signs, and counters.
  • People: Two patrons are seated at the counter, facing the counter. A waiter/staff member is behind the counter.
  • Menu and Signs: Several signs are visible.
    • "Tastykake" clock.
    • "Delicious Sandwiches"
    • "Refreshing Drinks & Ice Cream"
    • "Bromo-Seltzer" and "Coffee with Pure Cream" (both 5 cents)
    • "Tasty Home-Made Fish Cakes" (5 cents).
  • Counter and Items: The counter is likely made of a reflective material, and there are various items like containers, books, and what looks like a cash register.
  • Overall Impression: The image evokes a sense of nostalgia. The price signs indicate the image was taken in a time period where items were available at low prices.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

Here is a description of the image:

The image appears to be an inverted black and white photograph taken inside a diner or lunch counter. Two patrons are sitting at the counter, facing an employee behind the counter. The patron on the left is wearing a hat, while the person on the right has short, curly hair. The employee, dressed in what looks like a uniform, is in the process of serving them.

Above the counter, there are various signs displaying the menu items and prices. A sign advertises "Bromo-Seltzer" for 10 cents and "Coffee with Pure Cream" for 5 cents. Another sign offers "Tasty 'Home-Made' Fish Cakes" for 5 cents. A clock on the wall shows the time. There are also shelves stocked with canned goods and other items. The image gives a vintage feel, likely dating back to the mid-20th century, based on the style of the diner and the prices advertised.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image depicts an old-fashioned diner or lunch counter, likely from the early to mid-20th century. The setting includes a counter with stools where customers are seated, facing a menu board that lists various food and drink items along with their prices. The menu board is divided into sections for different types of items:

  1. Delicious Sandwiches:

    • Hamburgers: 10 cents
    • Fish Sandwich: 10 cents
    • Frankfurter: 10 cents
    • Various other sandwiches priced at 10 or 15 cents
  2. Refreshing Drinks & Ice Cream:

    • Ice Cream: 10 cents for a single, 15 cents for a double
    • Cold Drinks: 5 cents
    • Milk Drinks: 10 cents
    • Sundaes: 15 cents
    • Malted Milk: 15 cents
  3. Other Items:

    • Bromo-Seltzer: 10 cents
    • Coffee with Pure Cream: 5 cents
    • Tasty "Home-Made" Fish Cakes: 5 cents
    • Heinz Soups: 10 cents

The diner also features a clock on the wall showing the time as approximately 10:10. There is a neon sign advertising "Tastykake," a well-known brand of snack cakes. The counter has a display case with various items, possibly desserts or pastries.

The customers are wearing hats, which was common attire for the time period. The overall atmosphere suggests a nostalgic, vintage dining experience.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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