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Human Generated Data

Title

Sect.1 Work at Charlesgate West Looking towards Commonwealth Ave.

Date

April 12, 1912

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

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, 5.2002.24

Human Generated Data

Title

Sect.1 Work at Charlesgate West Looking towards Commonwealth Ave.

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

April 12, 1912

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, 5.2002.24

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Architecture 96.8
Building 96.8
Water 87.3
Castle 83.3
Tower 82.2
Transportation 79.4
Vehicle 79.4
Fort 70.3
Urban 67.7
City 65.9
Town 65.9
Theme Park 62.3
Amusement Park 62.3
Spire 62.2
Steeple 62.2
Downtown 60.5
Tarmac 58.1
Asphalt 58.1

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

building 98.4
architecture 97.6
city 96.2
monochrome 94.6
black and white 94.2
no person 92.2
people 91.6
urban 91.1
street 89.6
light 88.8
expression 88.4
town 88.4
construction 88
art 86.3
vintage 84.7
grinder 83.2
tower 83.1
water 81.6
many 81.4
old 81.2

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

shopping cart 68.5
handcart 54.9
wheeled vehicle 41.4
city 33.3
pier 32.6
architecture 31.3
water 30.7
sky 30.7
structure 28
container 26.7
landmark 25.3
bridge 24.8
sea 24.3
tower 24.2
river 24
travel 22.6
building 20.5
ocean 20.2
support 19.5
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urban 18.4
skyline 18.1
cityscape 17.1
bay 16.1
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ship 15.9
boat 15.8
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light 15.4
harbor 14.5
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device 14.3
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billboard 12.7
conveyance 12.7
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old 12.6
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cloud 12.1
history 11.6
buildings 11.4
scene 11.3
town 11.1
construction 11.1
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transportation 10.8
negative 10.4
summer 10.3
signboard 10.3
lake 10.1
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boats 9.7
fog 9.7
england 9.5
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clouds 9.3
vessel 9.2
film 9.1
modern 9.1
business 9.1
tourist 9.1
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pacific 8.7
skyscraper 8.6
day 8.6
snow 8.6
cold 8.6
house 8.5
park 8.5
coastline 8.5
outdoor 8.4
power 8.4
historic 8.3
island 8.2
coast 8.1
slope 8
black 7.8
high 7.8
ski slope 7.6
evening 7.5
barrier 7.5
tree 7.2
shore 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

text 99.8
black and white 91.7
water 89.3
building 84.2
city 81.5
skyscraper 80.9
sky 80.2
black 72.3
white 64
night 60
ship 53
fountain 43.9
old 41.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Boat

Clarifai

Tree
Building

AWS Rekognition

Boat 79.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

nature landscape 96.4%
paintings art 3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-04

a vintage photo of a fountain 63.3%
a fountain of water 58.8%
a vintage photo of a boat 45.8%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a black and white photo of a city street

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-07

an old black and white photo of a city street at night

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white negative image of an urban area, possibly a construction site, with visible landmarks and structures. The scene includes several tall trees in the foreground, behind which construction equipment can be seen, including cranes or scaffold-like structures. There is signage such as "NO PASSING," and the ground appears to be paved or a cleared area. Prominently in the middle distance, there is a large, multi-story building with a striking architectural design, including turrets and decorative details.

The text at the bottom of the image reads:
"#111B. SEC. 1, WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE. APRIL 12, 1912."
This suggests the photograph was taken on April 12, 1912, documenting work or construction at Charlesgate West, near Commonwealth Avenue.

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

The image is a negative photograph depicting a construction site, labeled "Sec. 1, work at Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Ave" with the date "April 12, 1912." In the foreground, there are barriers with signs that read "No Parking" and "No Passing." Behind the barriers, there are construction equipment and workers busy at the site. Bare trees are visible, suggesting the photo was taken in late winter or early spring. In the background, there is a prominent multi-story building with a detailed architectural style that appears to be residential, typical of the period. The sky and other elements appear dark due to the negative effect, which inverses the light and dark areas of the image.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This is a black and white historical photograph dated April 12, 1912, showing construction work at Charlesgate West looking towards Commonwealth Avenue in Boston. The image shows several tall apartment buildings or row houses in the background with distinctive Victorian architecture. In the foreground, there are "No Parking" signs and what appears to be a construction or work site area. Bare trees with white branches are visible on the right side of the image, creating a stark contrast against the dark sky. The photo has a somewhat eerie quality due to its nighttime or evening setting and the way the buildings are silhouetted against the sky. The image appears to be documenting urban development or construction work in early 20th century Boston.

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows a nighttime scene of a city street. In the foreground, there is an empty street with no passing allowed, indicated by the "NO PASSING" signs. In the background, there are tall, ornate buildings lining the street, with trees covered in snow or frost. The scene has a wintry, atmospheric feel, with the buildings and trees standing out against the dark sky. The overall impression is of a bustling urban area in the evening or nighttime.

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 city street, with a large building in the background and a tree in the foreground. The street is empty, with no cars or people visible.

  • The building in the background is a large, multi-story structure with many windows and a flat roof. It appears to be a commercial or office building.
  • In front of the building, there is a large tree with bare branches, suggesting that the photo was taken during the winter months.
  • The street is empty, with no cars or people visible. There are no other buildings or landmarks in the immediate area.
  • The sky above is dark and cloudy, suggesting that the photo was taken on a gloomy day.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quietness and emptiness, with the large building looming in the background and the bare tree standing alone in the foreground.

The image appears to be a historical photograph, possibly taken in the early 20th century, given the style of the building and the clothing of the people in the background. The photo may have been taken for documentary purposes, such as to record the progress of construction on the building or to capture the daily life of the city.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a city street at night, with a large building in the background and trees in the foreground. The photograph appears to be taken from the middle of the street, looking towards Commonwealth Avenue.

There are several signs on the street, including one that reads "NO PASSING" and another that reads "NO PARKING." There is also a sign that reads "WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE." in the bottom-left corner of the image.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken during a time of construction or renovation, as there are several barricades and signs indicating that the area is closed to traffic. The image provides a glimpse into the past, showing how the city looked during a particular period in its history.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a city street scene taken at night. The photo features a wide, empty street with a few barren trees on the right side, devoid of leaves, indicating it is likely winter. In the background, there are several buildings, some of which appear to be under construction, with scaffolding and equipment visible. The sky is dark, suggesting it is night. There is a watermark in the bottom left corner that reads "#111B. SEC. 1, WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE." and a date "APR 12, 1912."

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

The black-and-white photo shows a construction site during the day, with a wide road in front. The road is fenced with a wooden fence and has a few "No Passing" signs. There are a few trees on the side of the road. Behind the fence, there is a large building with many windows. In the distance, there is a large structure that seems to be a Ferris wheel.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

Here is a description of the image:

This black and white photograph, dated April 12, 1912, captures a scene of construction work on Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Avenue. The image presents a high-contrast view with inverted tones.

In the foreground, a smooth, dark road stretches across the bottom of the frame. A barricade runs parallel to the road, marked with "NO PASSING" signs, indicating an area under construction. Behind the barricade, a large, white crane-like structure stands, suggesting heavy equipment being used at the site. Figures of people, likely workers, are seen near the construction equipment, though their details are indistinct.

Beyond the construction area, a monument or statue rises from a small plot of land to the left of the frame. A large building, possibly a hotel or residential complex, is visible in the background. Its architecture features multiple stories and decorative detailing.

Three tall, bare trees stand to the right of the construction site, their branches reaching upwards. The trees' stark white appearance contrasts with the dark sky above. The sky itself is a deep, unlit black, suggesting either night or a heavily overcast day.

At the bottom of the image, text reads: "IIIB. SEC. 1, WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE." and "APR. 12, 1912." This provides context for the scene, confirming the location and date of the photograph.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph, likely taken in the early 20th century, of Charlesgate West in Boston, Massachusetts. The photograph is marked as "Sec. 1, work at Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Ave." and dated April 12, 1912.

Here's a breakdown of the scene:

  • Foreground: A wide expanse of a road or paved area dominates the foreground.
  • Midground: There are "no passing" signs on a fence. A few people seem to be working at a construction site, next to the signs. Tall, bare trees are in this area.
  • Background: Several buildings are visible, with what appears to be the architecture of the early 20th century. In the distance, there's an obelisk-like structure.
  • Overall Impression: The photo gives an impression of a construction or development project taking place, possibly involving the alteration of the street or the construction of new buildings. The style of the buildings indicates a historical context.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a historical scene from April 1912, showing construction work at Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Avenue. The photograph is likely taken at night, as indicated by the dark sky and the artificial lighting illuminating the scene.

Key details in the image include:

  1. Construction Site: The foreground features a construction site with barriers and signs indicating "No Parking" and "No Passing." The area appears to be cordoned off for safety and to manage traffic flow.

  2. Buildings: In the background, there are several multi-story buildings with distinctive architectural features, including turrets and ornate facades. These buildings are characteristic of the architectural style prevalent in the early 20th century.

  3. Trees: Bare trees are visible on the right side of the image, suggesting that the photograph was taken in early spring before the trees had leafed out.

  4. Street: The street in the foreground is empty, likely due to the construction work and the time of day.

  5. Lighting: The scene is illuminated by artificial lights, which cast a bright glow on the construction site and the surrounding buildings, creating a stark contrast with the dark sky.

Overall, the image captures a moment in the urban development of the area, showcasing the infrastructure and architectural landscape of the time.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-08-04

This is a black-and-white photograph taken at night, depicting a construction or work site at Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Avenue on April 12, 1912. The foreground shows a fenced-off area with a "No Passing" sign, indicating restricted access to the area. There is a notable absence of vehicles or people, highlighting that this is a work site rather than a busy street. In the background, there are buildings with a mix of architectural styles, some with dark, imposing facades. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting, casting shadows and creating a contrast between the dark sky and the lit areas. Two leafless trees stand in the middle ground, adding to the winter or early spring ambiance of the image. The photograph captures a moment of urban development or maintenance, showcasing the early 20th-century cityscape and infrastructure.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-08-04

This is a black-and-white photograph taken on April 12, 1912, showing a construction scene at night, specifically at Charlesgate West, looking towards Commonwealth Avenue. The image captures a large, illuminated construction site with a prominent crane in the background. There are several barricades with signs that read "NO PASSING," indicating restricted access to the construction area. Bare trees are visible on the right side of the image, suggesting it was taken during a colder season. The photograph has a caption at the bottom that reads, "III B. SEC.1. WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE. APR.12.1912." The lighting in the image highlights the construction area and the buildings in the background, while the rest of the scene remains in shadow.

Text analysis

Amazon

AT
LOOKING
TOWARDS
CHARLESGATE
WORK
PASSING
COMMONWEALTH
AVE.
NO
WEST,
* IIIB, SEC.1 WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE.
NO PASSING
APR.12,1912.
SEC.1
PASSIN
* IIIB,

Google

PASSING IB. SEC.1, WORK AT CHARLESGATE WEST, LOOKING TOWARDS COMMONWEALTH AVE. APR 12,1912, 7111
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SEC.1
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WORK
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