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Human Generated Data

Title

Winter Sta. Washington St. Tunnel Looking South

Date

November 1908

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, 5.2002.454

Human Generated Data

Title

Winter Sta. Washington St. Tunnel Looking South

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

November 1908

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, 5.2002.454

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Corridor 99.7
Handrail 92.3
Banister 92.3
Musical Instrument 88.4
Leisure Activities 88.4
Building 84.9
Flooring 80.7
Architecture 75.7
Animal 73.3
Tunnel 71.4
Lighting 66.6
Floor 64.5
Pillar 63.4
Column 63.4
Pedestrian 56.1
Train 55.4
Transportation 55.4
Vehicle 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

subway system 99.7
monochrome 99.3
tunnel 99.2
train 99.1
indoors 98.6
people 97.6
street 97.1
black and white 96.8
no person 96.8
transportation system 96.6
passage 95.9
railway 95.3
light 95.2
architecture 94.5
locomotive 94.2
airport 93
hallway 92.9
step 90.9
city 90.6
perspective 90.2

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

architecture 48.9
step 44.8
support 37.3
city 36.6
building 34.6
device 30.4
urban 27.1
structure 26.8
modern 26.7
interior 25.7
barrier 24.9
obstruction 17.6
inside 17.5
construction 17.1
transportation 17
station 16.9
subway 16.8
business 16.4
train 15.9
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center 15
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window 14.5
travel 14.1
light 14
glass 14
stairs 13.9
office 13
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wall 11.9
corridor 11.8
hall 11.7
indoors 11.4
reflection 11.4
new 11.3
perspective 11.3
floor 11.2
industry 11.1
transport 11
house 10.9
metro 10.8
factory 10.6
design 10.1
passage 10
industrial 10
column 9.8
stair 9.8
staircase 9.8
windows 9.6
bridge 9.6
lights 9.3
people 8.9
stairway 8.9
metal 8.9
steps 8.8
built 8.7
room 8.2
tunnel 8.1
public 7.8
tube 7.7
motion 7.7
buildings 7.6
futuristic 7.2
work 7.1
equipment 7.1
life 7
sky 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Black 89.5
Style 83.8
Black-and-white 82.8
Line 82.3
Building 81.9
Thoroughfare 79.5
Road 78.7
Bridge 77.9
Monochrome photography 76.7
Parallel 75.8
Monochrome 75.7
Symmetry 75.4
City 73.2
Concrete 72.8
Window 72.3
Ceiling 71.9
Art 70
Fixed link 68.5
Highway 68.4
Nonbuilding structure 66.4

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

black and white 98.6
text 89.4
monochrome 83.7
station 61.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Piano
Bird
Staircase

Clarifai

Building
Stairs
Window

AWS Rekognition

Piano 88.4%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

interior objects 79.2%
paintings art 10.2%
streetview architecture 3.6%
food drinks 2.2%
text visuals 1.6%
events parties 1.5%
cars vehicles 1.2%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of a train station with a train coming down the tracks

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

an old black and white photo of a train station

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image shows the interior of an early underground transit station, identified as "Winter Station" from the signs visible in the scene. The photograph appears to be taken in November 1908, as noted at the bottom right corner.

The station has a symmetrical and industrial design with rows of square columns lining the platform. The columns are sturdy, supporting overhead beams, which create stark shadows across the ceiling. The lights positioned along the wall seem to be an early form of electric lighting. There’s a patterned band of tile running horizontally along the wall on the right, adding an element of decoration. The train tracks are seen on the left side, where bright light spills through windows or open structures.

Signage in the station indicates directions or destinations: one reads "WINTER" in bold letters, while another central sign refers to "Train For." The perspective looks down the length of the platform toward a central point, creating an elongated and somewhat dramatic effect. The space is clean, organized, and hints at the era's architectural emphasis on functionality with modest ornamentation.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an underground train station tunnel. The view is looking down a long platform, with structural pillars supporting the ceiling. Each pillar is uniformly spaced along the platform. To the left side of the image, there is a train track with the platform jutting out a little bit towards the track. On the right side of the image, the wall displays signs with the text "WINTER," which is likely the name of the station. Above the platform, there are signs with "TRAIN FOR" indicating directional information for passengers. The setting appears to be dated, with the photo labeled "WINTER STA. WASH. ST. TUNNEL. LOOKING SOUTH." and the date "NOV. 1908," written at the bottom of the image, suggesting it was taken in the early 20th century. There is a vintage feel to the photograph, indicated by the style of architecture and signage.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an interior space, possibly a subway station or tunnel. The scene shows a long, narrow corridor with arched ceilings and concrete walls. The space is dimly lit, creating a sense of depth and perspective. There are various signs and structures visible, including a "WINTER" sign, suggesting this may be a seasonal or temporary installation. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of isolation and a utilitarian, industrial aesthetic.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This is a black and white historical photograph of what appears to be a subway or underground tunnel station. The image shows a long corridor with a series of white columns along one side and "WINTER" signs visible on the walls. The tunnel has an arched ceiling with exposed beams, creating a repetitive architectural pattern that draws the eye toward the far end of the tunnel. The space appears to be well-lit and has a clean, geometric design typical of early 20th century infrastructure. Based on the caption visible in the image, this is the Winter Street Tunnel looking south, photographed in what appears to be 1908. The tunnel has a stark, modernist appearance with its strong lines and contrasting light and dark elements.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of the interior of a tunnel, likely taken in the early 20th century. The tunnel is constructed from concrete and features a series of arches that support the ceiling. A train is visible at the end of the tunnel, with the word "TRAIN FOR" written above it.

The tunnel's walls are adorned with signs, including one that reads "WINTER" in large letters. The floor is made of concrete and has a smooth finish. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken during a time when the tunnel was under construction or renovation.

The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the architectural and engineering feats of the time. It also highlights the importance of infrastructure development in supporting urban growth and transportation needs.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an underground tunnel, likely a subway or train station. The tunnel is long and narrow, with a high ceiling and a series of arches that support the roof. The walls are made of concrete or stone, and there are several columns and pillars that line the tunnel.

In the foreground, there is a sign that reads "WINTER" in large letters, which may indicate the name of the station or a directional sign. There are also several other signs and advertisements on the walls, but they are not legible due to the low quality of the image.

The tunnel appears to be empty, with no people or trains visible. The lighting is dim, with only a few overhead lights illuminating the area. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of abandonment and neglect, suggesting that the tunnel may have been closed or unused for some time.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is a handwritten note that reads "WINTER STATION WASH. ST. TUNNEL LOOKING SOUTH." This suggests that the image was taken in Washington, D.C., and that the tunnel is part of the city's subway system. The note also indicates that the image is looking south, which may help to orient the viewer.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of Washington, D.C.'s subway system and the architecture of the tunnels that were built during that time. It also raises questions about the current state of the tunnel and whether it is still in use today.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The black-and-white image shows the interior of the Washington, D.C. subway tunnel. The tunnel has a long, narrow, and curved shape with a series of pillars supporting the ceiling. The tunnel walls have signs that read "Winter" and "Train for," indicating the direction of the train. The tunnel is empty, and the only light comes from the entrance at the far end. The image has a watermark that reads "W239, Winter, STA, WASH. ST. TUNNEL, LOOKING SOUTH, NOV 1908."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an empty passageway. The passageway has a long corridor with a ceiling supported by pillars. On the right side, there is a wall with a large arrow sign that reads "WINTER". The wall also has a clock and a sign that reads "TRAIN FOR". The passageway is empty, with no people or objects in sight. The image has a watermark that reads "NOV. 1908 WINTER STA. WASH. ST. TUNNEL LOOKING SOUTH".

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-30

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white, negative-style photograph depicting a subway station or tunnel. The perspective draws the viewer's eye down a long, dark corridor. The architecture has a somewhat Art Deco feel with geometric shapes and clean lines.

Key Elements:

  • Tunnel/Platform: The central focus is the long, dark tunnel with a platform on the right.
  • Pillars: Prominent white columns line the platform, providing a sense of depth and structure.
  • Roof/Ceiling: The ceiling has architectural beams that extend across the tunnel.
  • Signage:
    • The word "WINTER" is displayed on a sign on the platform. A similar sign is placed higher up.
    • There's also a sign that says "TRAIN FOR", in the background
  • Other Details:
    • There is a train car in the background.
    • There are what appear to be doors and a trash can on the right side of the tunnel.
    • The date "NOV.1908" is noted.

Style & Context:

  • The negative aesthetic gives the image a somewhat unusual and stylized appearance.
  • The photograph appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the date.

In conclusion: The image portrays a subway station of the era, capturing architectural details and the atmosphere of the underground transit system. The negative treatment creates a dramatic effect, enhancing the contrast and drawing attention to the architectural elements.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-30

Here is a description of the image:

The image appears to be an inverted black-and-white photograph of the Winter Street Station and Washington Street Tunnel, looking south. The photograph's bottom left corner reads "W.R.R.S. WINTER STA. WASH. ST. TUNNEL, LOOKING SOUTH," and the bottom right corner is marked "NOV. 1908."

The underground station platform is lined with a series of white pillars and support structures. On the left side of the image, there are diagonal support beams connecting to the ceiling. Signs with "WINTER" can be seen along the left side of the platform.

On the right side, the tunnel wall features decorative patterns and a large sign that also reads "WINTER." Towards the end of the platform, there is a sign that reads "TRAIN FOR". A clock is seen just underneath this sign.

The perspective suggests a wide-angle view, with the platform stretching into the distance. The lighting in the photo is such that the overall effect is somewhat stark and dramatic.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a subway station platform. The station is named "Winter," as indicated by the signage on the wall and the pillars. The photograph appears to be taken from the platform, looking southward into the tunnel. The station has a classic design with large pillars supporting the ceiling and overhead beams. The platform is equipped with benches for passengers to sit while waiting for their train.

In the distance, a train is visible, approaching or stationed at the platform. The station's name, "Winter," is prominently displayed on a sign hanging from the ceiling and on the pillars. The photograph is dated "NOV 1908," suggesting it was taken in November of that year. The overall atmosphere of the image reflects the early 20th-century subway infrastructure.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image is a black-and-white photograph showcasing the interior of a subway tunnel, specifically labeled as the "Winter Station Wash. St. Tunnel, Looking South." The photograph is dated November 1908. The interior is well-lit, with a high ceiling supported by large concrete pillars. On the left side, there are white partitions with the word "WINTER" written on them. These partitions seem to serve as barriers or dividers along the platform. In the center, the platform appears clean and unoccupied. The right side of the image shows a curved section with what looks like a seating or waiting area, and a sign above it also has the word "WINTER" displayed. The overall design and construction suggest it is an early 20th-century subway station, likely part of the Washington Street Elevated Railway in Boston, Massachusetts, which was one of the earliest elevated subway systems in the United States. The photograph captures a relatively empty and serene moment in the station's history.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This black-and-white image appears to show the interior of a subway or underground tunnel station. The station is labeled "Winter," as indicated by the sign on the right-hand side. The photograph is dated November 1908, suggesting it is an early view of this location. The station has a long, straight corridor with evenly spaced columns on the left side, creating a sense of depth. The right side features a platform with a curved wall and some additional structures, possibly for ticket counters or other station facilities. The ceiling is arched, and the overall design is quite utilitarian and functional, typical of early 20th-century urban infrastructure. The image is captioned "WINTER STA WASH. ST TUNNEL. LOOKING SOUTH," indicating the direction of the view.

Text analysis

Amazon

WINTER
STA
NOV.1908
TUNNEL
WINTER STA WASH. ST. TUNNEL LOOKINGSOUTH
WASH.
ST.
LOOKINGSOUTH
W229

Google

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