Human Generated Data

Title

Roslindale

Date

June 12, 1903

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.622

Human Generated Data

Title

Roslindale

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

June 12, 1903

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.622

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-10

Railway 99.7
Train Track 99.7
Rail 99.7
Transportation 99.7
Tarmac 93.4
Asphalt 93.4
Road 93.3
Urban 77.1
Train 64.8
Vehicle 64.8
Freeway 61.5
Path 58.8
Highway 58.5
Neighborhood 58.4
Building 58.4

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

transportation system 99.3
train 99.3
railway 98.8
locomotive 96.2
street 96
light 94.9
vehicle 94.8
road 93.9
subway system 92.4
monochrome 92
industry 91.7
vintage 90.2
black and white 89.8
urban 89.4
dark 88.7
engine 88.7
city 87.8
sepia 87.7
smoke 86.4
no person 84.7

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

track 60.5
tunnel 46
train 41.3
railroad 39.3
railway 39.2
car 38.9
transportation 34.1
transport 33.8
passageway 32.5
rail 31.4
travel 30.3
passage 29.4
vehicle 29
way 26.6
wheeled vehicle 25.8
station 24.4
industry 23.1
industrial 21.8
sky 21
passenger car 20.1
urban 20.1
road 19.9
freight car 18.3
old 17.4
city 16.6
building 16.3
cable 15.3
locomotive 15.1
power 15.1
tracks 14.8
electric 14
rails 13.8
conveyance 13.6
night 13.3
architecture 13.3
bridge 13.3
metal 12.9
light 12.7
landscape 12.6
line 12.2
semaphore 11.8
freight 11.7
dark 11.7
traffic 11.4
structure 11.2
outdoors 11.2
platform 11.2
speed 11
cargo 10.7
engine 10.6
journey 10.4
town 10.2
cityscape 9.5
motion 9.4
environment 9
summer 9
wagon 8.9
transit 8.9
underground 8.9
steel 8.8
scenic 8.8
wire 8.7
public 8.7
cloud 8.6
empty 8.6
electricity 8.5
energy 8.4
street 8.3
danger 8.2
equipment 7.9
rural 7.9
subway 7.9
mass 7.9
route 7.8
steam 7.8
chemical 7.7
rust 7.7
move 7.7
rusty 7.6
skyline 7.6
perspective 7.5
environmental 7.5
tramway 7.4
technology 7.4
apparatus 7.3
water 7.3
global 7.3
business 7.3
dirty 7.2
lines 7.2
tower 7.2
modern 7

Google
created on 2022-06-10

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-10

track 97
black and white 91.8
outdoor 85.8
tree 77.9
nature 74.7
rain 73.6
sky 67.9
house 53.8
railroad 25.2
rainy 19.8
day 11.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Train
Train 64.8%

Categories

Imagga

cars vehicles 99%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-10

a train on a rainy day 70.3%
a train on a track in the rain 49.6%
a train that is on a rainy day 49.5%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a black and white photo of a street with houses and power lines -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

This is a negative image of a residential street scene, likely from an earlier time period given the architecture and infrastructure. It features houses with pitched roofs and porches on the left of a dirt road or railway track, flanked by utility poles and wires. Trees and bare branches suggest the image was taken in winter or early spring. A group of people is visible in the distance near the center of the road, adding a focal point to the image. The overall composition has a stark, high-contrast appearance due to its negative format, with dark areas appearing white and light areas looking black. The word "Roslindale" is inscribed in the lower left corner, indicating this setting might be in Roslindale, a neighborhood in Boston.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image appears to be an inverted or negative photograph of a residential street. In the image, the houses on the left side of the street stand out because they are light against a dark sky, which is characteristic of a negative film where light and dark tones are reversed. These houses have multiple stories and appear to have porches and windows, typical of early 20th-century architecture.

Along the center of the street, there are faint tracks, potentially for streetcars or trolley lines, indicating a time when such public transportation was common.

There are clear utility poles and overhead wires visible, which are rendered in white, contrasting with the dark sky. To the right of the street, there is another house and some trees, all appearing in the same negative color scheme.

Interestingly, towards the far end of the street, there seems to be a congregation of people, who also appear in lighter tones due to the negative effect, suggesting activity or gathering at the end of the street.

In the bottom left corner, the word "Roslindale" is handwritten, potentially indicating the location, which is a neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts a nighttime scene in what appears to be a small town or village. The scene shows a street lined with old, wooden houses and buildings, with power lines and telephone poles running along the street. The road is covered in snow or ice, and there are no people visible in the image. The overall atmosphere is dark and moody, with the buildings and street illuminated by the glow of streetlights. The image has a vintage, black and white aesthetic, suggesting it may be an older photograph.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be historical, showing a residential street in what looks like "Roslindale" (based on text visible at the bottom of the image). The scene is captured at night, with houses lined up along the left side of the street. The houses are typical New England style homes, with multiple stories and pitched roofs. The street appears to have trolley or rail tracks running down the middle, and utility poles with power lines are visible stretching across the dark sky. The bare branches of trees can be seen in the background, suggesting it was taken during winter or late fall. The overall composition creates a somewhat eerie nighttime atmosphere, with the houses illuminated against the dark sky and the stark contrast typical of early night photography.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street with houses on either side, featuring a dirt road with railroad tracks running down the center. The photograph appears to be from the early 20th century.

  • Street and Railroad Tracks:
    • The street is unpaved and has railroad tracks running down its center.
    • The railroad tracks are made of metal and have a rough texture.
    • The street is lined with dirt and has a few puddles of water.
  • Houses:
    • There are several houses on either side of the street.
    • The houses are two-story buildings with pitched roofs and chimneys.
    • They have wooden siding and white trim around the windows and doors.
    • Some of the houses have porches or balconies.
  • Trees:
    • There are several trees along the street, mostly bare and without leaves.
    • The trees are scattered along the sidewalk and in front of the houses.
  • Power Lines:
    • There are power lines running above the street, supported by wooden poles.
    • The power lines are thin and have a series of wires that connect them to the houses.
  • Other Features:
    • There is a pile of dirt or debris on the right side of the street.
    • The sky is dark and overcast, suggesting that the photograph was taken at night or during a storm.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the daily life of a small town or rural community in the early 20th century. The presence of railroad tracks and power lines suggests that the area was connected to the outside world, while the houses and trees indicate a sense of community and natural beauty.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

This black-and-white photograph captures a serene winter scene of a residential street in Roslindale, Massachusetts. The image is dated January 15, 1898, and features a dirt road with two sets of trolley tracks running down its center. The road is flanked by snow-covered banks and lined with trees, some of which are bare, while others retain their leaves.

On the left side of the image, a row of houses stands, each with its own unique architectural style. The houses are adorned with porches, chimneys, and multiple stories, showcasing the diversity of the neighborhood. In the foreground, a utility pole stands tall, while power lines stretch across the sky, adding to the sense of tranquility.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of Roslindale in the late 19th century. The photograph provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and charm of this historic neighborhood.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street at night. The street is empty, with a few houses on either side. The houses have a vintage look, with gabled roofs and windows. The street is lined with trees, and there are streetlights and electric poles along the sides. The photograph has a vintage filter applied, giving it a nostalgic and old-fashioned feel. The image is credited to "Roslindale," indicating that it may have been taken in the Roslindale neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The black-and-white photo shows a street at night with houses on the left side. There are several electric poles and wires on the right side of the street. The street is wide, with a few people walking on it. There is a tree in the middle of the street, and the houses have many windows. The photo has a watermark with the text "Roslindale" on the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-08

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a street scene, possibly from the early 20th century. It's labeled "Roslindale" at the bottom left corner, suggesting the location. The scene depicts a street with houses lining one side and a set of parallel tracks (likely for a streetcar or train) running along the street.

In the foreground, the tracks dominate the view, leading into the distance. On the right side of the frame, a utility pole stands prominently, with wires extending across the street above the tracks. These wires connect to other poles further down the road.

The houses on the left side of the street are multi-story dwellings with gabled roofs and windows. They appear to be typical of residential architecture from the late 19th or early 20th century. Beyond the houses, there are trees lining the street.

Further down the street, in the distance, a group of people seems to be gathered, though they are not clearly defined. Overall, the image conveys a sense of a quiet, residential street in Roslindale, likely a neighborhood in or near Boston, Massachusetts, in a historical context.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-08

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image is a black and white, negative photograph depicting a street scene. It has a vintage feel due to the inverted tones and style. The perspective suggests a view down a street or railroad tracks.

Key Elements:

  • Street/Tracks: The dominant feature is the street or possibly railway tracks that run through the center of the image, receding into the distance. They are defined by parallel lines and a darker color than the surrounding ground.
  • Houses: On the left, there are several houses along the street, suggesting a residential area. They are two-story buildings with visible windows, and sloped roofs.
  • Power Lines: Power lines are strung across the street, connecting to utility poles. This adds to the impression of a developed area.
  • Trees: Bare trees are seen in the distance, and also alongside the houses, hinting at a season without leaves.
  • People: A group of people are visible in the far background, standing on the street or the side of the tracks.

Atmosphere: The negative processing gives the image a stark, somewhat ghostly or ethereal quality. The darkness of the sky and the inverted tones contribute to this feel. The composition leads the eye down the street/tracks, creating a sense of depth.

Inscriptions: At the lower left, the word "Roslindale" is visible, likely indicating the location where the photograph was taken.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a quiet residential street at night. The street is lined with houses on both sides, which appear to be of older architectural styles, featuring multiple stories and gabled roofs. The road is unpaved and shows tire tracks, indicating it is likely a dirt or gravel road. Overhead, there are numerous power lines and utility poles, which are characteristic of early 20th-century infrastructure.

The scene is dimly lit, with the houses showing some light through their windows, suggesting it is either late evening or nighttime. There are no visible people or vehicles on the street, contributing to a serene and somewhat desolate atmosphere. The trees along the street are bare, indicating that the photograph might have been taken during late autumn or winter. The photograph has a somewhat grainy quality, which is typical of older photographs, adding to the historical feel of the image.

At the bottom left of the image, the word "Roslindale" is visible, which may indicate the location or the name of the street.

Text analysis

Amazon

Roslindale.
lan

Google

Roslindale