Human Generated Data

Title

D.R.T. - Sec. Nly. view from Peabody Sq.

Date

July 11, 1923

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, 5.2002.300

Human Generated Data

Title

D.R.T. - Sec. Nly. view from Peabody Sq.

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

July 11, 1923

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, 5.2002.300

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Railway 99.9
Train Track 99.9
Rail 99.9
Transportation 99.9
Nature 83.2
Outdoors 76.7
Road 56.4

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

winter 99.7
snow 99.3
no person 99
railway 99
train 98.4
transportation system 97.6
monochrome 97.5
street 96.9
sepia 95.3
cold 95.2
ice 94.9
city 94.4
frost 93.8
architecture 93.1
vehicle 92.8
road 92.6
urban 92.3
outdoors 92.2
weather 91.8
infrared 91.3

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

track 78.4
snow 35.2
city 28.3
landscape 25.3
architecture 25.2
sky 24.4
travel 24
building 23.5
old 23
structure 18.6
weather 17.9
history 17.9
tourism 14.9
winter 14.5
vintage 14.1
clouds 13.5
tower 13.4
town 13
antique 13
ancient 13
church 12
construction 12
river 11.6
tree 11.5
water 11.3
grunge 11.1
landmark 10.8
religion 10.8
stone 10.7
historical 10.4
house 10.4
cold 10.3
hill 10.3
frame 10
barn 9.8
tunnel 9.8
trees 9.8
summer 9.6
black 9.6
car 9.5
paper 9.4
mountains 9.3
historic 9.2
bridge 9.1
road 9
retro 9
transportation 9
panorama 8.6
season 8.6
old fashioned 8.6
way 8.5
famous 8.4
street 8.3
scenery 8.1
mountain 8
farm building 7.9
wall 7.9
passageway 7.9
urban 7.9
culture 7.7
industry 7.7
brick 7.7
texture 7.6
perspective 7.5
grain 7.4
rough 7.3
industrial 7.3
metal 7.2
color 7.2
day 7.1
rural 7.1
scenic 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

black and white 93.5
outdoor 92.2
house 84
nature 76
tree 73.7
sky 70.4
black 65.7
text 58.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Tree
House
Window

Clarifai

Tree 93.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

paintings art 55.1%
streetview architecture 38.9%
nature landscape 3.8%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a train track with a train on the tracks

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

an old black and white photo of a train track

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This is a historical photograph taken on July 11, 1923, showing a railway track running through an urban area near Peabody Square, as noted in the text on the image. The view is labeled as "N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ," suggesting it faces north from Peabody Square. The surrounding area features buildings on both sides of the tracks, including a structure labeled "ASHMONT FILLING STATION" prominently in the foreground. The tracks are flanked by stone retaining walls and overgrown vegetation. Utility poles and wires are visible running parallel to the railway. The image itself is presented in a negative format, giving it an inverted and surreal appearance where dark areas appear light, and vice versa.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image appears to be a negative photograph depicting a railroad track with surrounding buildings and vegetation. The tracks run straight down the center of the image, bordered by retaining walls on either side. On the left side of the image, there is a building labeled "Ashmont Filling Station" with a larger house behind it. Utility poles and power lines are visible, suggesting an urban or suburban setting. On the right side, there are more residential buildings and a fence. Trees and vegetation are prominent along both sides of the tracks. The photograph is labeled with text at the bottom: "D.R.T.- SEC. NO. 228. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ." and is dated "July 11, 1923."

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a snowy, nighttime scene of a railroad track running through a small town. On the left side, there is a building labeled "Ashmont Filling Station". The track is surrounded by snow-covered trees and buildings. The image has a black and white, vintage aesthetic, suggesting it is an older photograph.

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

This is a black and white historical photograph from July 1923 showing a northerly view from Peabody Square of what appears to be a railroad or trolley line. The image shows the "Ashmont Filling Station" on the left side, and railroad tracks running through the center of the image between stone retaining walls. The tracks appear to be in a cut below street level. There are buildings visible on both sides of the tracks, and utility poles can be seen along the route. The photograph is labeled "D.R.T.-SEC. No. 228" which likely refers to some sort of transit documentation system. The scene has a distinctly urban/suburban feel typical of early 20th century American infrastructure.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a street scene, likely taken in the early 20th century. The street is lined with buildings on both sides, and a train track runs down the center.

  • Street
    • The street is paved with cobblestones or brick.
    • It is lined with buildings on both sides.
    • There are trees and bushes along the street.
    • A stone wall runs along the left side of the street.
    • A brick wall runs along the right side of the street.
  • Buildings
    • The buildings are two- to three-story structures.
    • They have pitched roofs and chimneys.
    • Some of the buildings have signs or advertisements on them.
    • The buildings appear to be residential or commercial in nature.
  • Train Track
    • The train track runs down the center of the street.
    • It is made of metal rails and ties.
    • There are no trains visible on the track.
    • The track appears to be in disrepair, with some of the rails and ties damaged or missing.
  • Trees and Bushes
    • There are several trees and bushes along the street.
    • They are mostly deciduous, with some evergreen species present.
    • The trees and bushes appear to be well-maintained, with some of them having been pruned or trimmed.
  • Stone Wall
    • The stone wall runs along the left side of the street.
    • It is made of rough-hewn stones and appears to be quite old.
    • The wall is about three feet high and runs for several blocks.
  • Brick Wall
    • The brick wall runs along the right side of the street.
    • It is made of red bricks and appears to be more recent than the stone wall.
    • The wall is about two feet high and runs for several blocks.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past of a small town or city, with its mix of old and new buildings, well-maintained trees and bushes, and a train track that seems to be in disrepair.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a railroad track, with a caption at the bottom that reads "N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ." The track runs down the center of the image, flanked by a low stone wall on either side. In the background, there are several buildings and trees visible.

On the left side of the image, there is a small building with a sign that reads "ASHMONT FILLING STATION." To the right of this building, there is a larger structure with a chimney and what appears to be a porch or balcony. Further down the track, there are several other buildings and trees visible, including a large tree with branches that overhang the track.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet, rural setting, possibly in the early 20th century. The presence of the railroad track and the buildings in the background suggests that this may have been a small town or village at one time.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

This image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an old railway station. The railway station is called Ashmont Filling Station, as indicated by the sign on the left side of the image. The station is situated along the railway tracks, which run parallel to the road. The station building is a two-story structure with a slanted roof and several windows. The image also shows a few houses on the right side of the railway tracks, with trees and vegetation in the foreground. The image has a watermark that reads "D.R.T.-SEC. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ. NO. 228. JULY 11, 1923." The image appears to be an old photograph, possibly from the early 20th century.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a railway track taken at night. The railway track is bordered by stone walls on both sides, and there are trees and houses on either side. The railway track is empty, and there are no trains or other vehicles visible. The image has a watermark with the text "D.R.T.-SEC. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ. JULY 1923." The photograph is taken from a low angle, looking down the railway track. The image has a vintage feel, and the black-and-white color scheme adds to the historical atmosphere.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white, likely historical photograph, showcasing a view along a train track cutting through an urban or suburban area. The perspective is from the track level, looking north. The image appears to be a negative.

Key Elements:

  • Train Tracks: Dominating the center of the image are the railroad tracks, extending towards the horizon. The trackbed appears to have ballast and ties.
  • Ashmont Filling Station: On the left side, there's a building labeled "ASHMONT FILLING STATION". It's a prominent structure, possibly a station or a related service.
  • Buildings and Structures: Surrounding the tracks on both sides are a mix of buildings, including residential houses. They seem to be elevated above the tracks, likely separated by walls. Power poles are visible.
  • Vegetation: Trees and bushes line the sides of the tracks, adding a natural element to the scene.
  • Walls: The tracks are bordered by retaining walls.
  • Signage: There are markings/text at the bottom, indicating it is a historical photograph "D.R.T. - SEC. No. 228.", "N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ." and the date "JULY 11, 1923".

Atmosphere:

The scene is quiet, conveying a sense of a bygone era. The negative effect creates a unique visual quality and texture.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-01

Here is a description of the image:

This is a black and white photograph taken on July 11, 1923, showing a "N'ly View from Peabody Sq." as described in the caption at the bottom of the image.

The photo is centered on a railway track that runs into the distance between two stone walls. Overgrown vegetation is visible along the tops of the walls.

On the left side of the tracks, slightly set back, is a building with a sign that reads "ASHMONT FILLING STATION". This building is adjacent to a larger multi-story structure. On the right side of the tracks, there are residential buildings and trees lining the scene.

Telephone poles are visible on the left side of the frame, adding to the historical context of the photograph. A sign marked "R" is placed on the bottom right.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a nighttime view of a railway track taken from Peabody Square. The photograph is labeled "D.R.T.-SEC. NO. 228. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ. JULY 11/1923," indicating it was taken on July 11, 1923.

Key details in the image include:

  1. Railway Track: The railway track runs centrally through the image, with two sets of rails visible. The tracks appear to be well-maintained and extend into the distance.

  2. Surrounding Buildings: On the left side of the image, there is a building labeled "Ashmont Filling Station." This structure has a gabled roof and a signboard. Adjacent to it are other buildings, including one with a chimney. On the right side, there are additional buildings, including a house with a sloped roof and windows.

  3. Vegetation: Trees and bushes are visible along both sides of the railway track, adding to the overall scene.

  4. Lighting: The image appears to be taken with infrared or a similar type of photography, given the unusual brightness of the foliage and the overall contrast.

  5. Additional Structures: There is a fence or barrier on the right side of the tracks, and utility poles with wires can be seen on the left side.

The photograph captures a historical snapshot of the railway infrastructure and surrounding area at Peabody Square in 1923.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This is a black-and-white photograph taken at night, showing a view of a train track running through a residential area. The image is labeled "D.R.T. SEC. NO. 228. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ. JULY 11, 1923."

The tracks are centrally positioned and lead into the distance, bordered by stone retaining walls on both sides. To the left, there is a small structure identified as "ASHMONT FILLING STATION," which appears to be a gas station. There are trees and houses flanking the tracks on both sides, with a mix of residential buildings in the background. The night sky is dark, and the scene is illuminated by artificial lighting. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet urban or suburban setting from the early 20th century.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This black-and-white photograph appears to be taken at night, as indicated by the dark sky and artificial lighting. The image shows a railway track running through a residential area. On the left side of the tracks, there is a building labeled "Ashmont Filling Station," suggesting it is a gas station. There are other buildings and houses on both sides of the tracks, with some trees and vegetation visible. The photograph is labeled "D.R.T. SEC. NO. 228" and "N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY S.Q. JULY 11, '23," indicating it is a northward view from Peabody Square taken on July 11, 1923. The overall scene has a historical and somewhat eerie atmosphere due to the nighttime setting and the monochrome color scheme.

Text analysis

Amazon

N'LY
228.
R
SQ
ASHMONT
FILLING
ASHMONT FILLING STATION
FROM
STATION
N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY SQ
VIEW
JULY
NO. 228.
PEABODY
NO.
JULY 11/923.
D.R.T.-SEC.
11/923.

Google

ASHMONT FILLING STATION D.R.T.- SEC. No. 228. N'LY VIEW FROM PEABODY FRANC JULY 111923.
ASHMONT
FILLING
STATION
D.R.T.-
SEC
.
No.
228
N'LY
VIEW
FROM
PEABODY
FRANC
JULY
111923