Human Generated Data

Title

Progress on Steel Erection over B. and A.R.R. Bridge

Date

November 8, 1907

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, 5.2002.175

Human Generated Data

Title

Progress on Steel Erection over B. and A.R.R. Bridge

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

November 8, 1907

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, 5.2002.175

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

architecture 98.6
building 98.5
monochrome 98.4
no person 98
city 97.9
urban 96.1
industry 96.1
expression 95.2
street 94.4
sight 93.5
vehicle 93.3
travel 93.1
business 92.4
outdoors 91.3
transportation system 91.2
light 87.5
sky 87.5
water 86.9
high 85.5
river 85.1

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

liner 100
passenger ship 100
ship 100
vessel 83.8
architecture 46.5
city 40
craft 38.6
river 33.9
building 31
travel 30.3
tourism 29.7
water 27.4
landmark 25.3
tower 24.2
boat 21.4
town 21.4
sky 19.8
port 19.3
bridge 19
cityscape 19
sea 18
urban 16.6
landscape 16.4
buildings 16.1
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dome 15.5
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harbor 14.5
capital 14.3
night 13.3
historic 12.8
dock 12.7
lake 11.9
cruise 11.7
history 11.6
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church 11.1
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transportation 10.8
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historical 7.5
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coast 7.2
structure 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

ship 97.5
black and white 84.4
text 82.2
black 70.1
white 61.4
vehicle 51.6
stack 13.4

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 16-22
Gender Female, 88.8%
Sad 91.9%
Disgusted 17.6%
Calm 14.1%
Angry 9.6%
Surprised 8%
Fear 6.8%
Happy 5.7%
Confused 3.9%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-04

a large ship in the background 50%
a large ship in the water 30.8%
a large building 30.7%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a black and white photo of a cityscapeople of a city -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This is a historical, inverted (negative) image depicting a construction scene. The photo shows steelwork being erected over a railway bridge, labeled as "Process of steel erection, over Broad Ave. R.R. Bridge" at the bottom. A crane is visible on the right, involved in lifting or positioning components. In the lower part of the image, a steam locomotive is present alongside tracks running through the area. Above the construction zone are rows of buildings, including signs advertising businesses like "Builders Hardware Company," "Paints and Oils," and "Cutlery and Tools." The architecture and advertisement signs suggest an urban setting from the late 19th or early 20th century. The image date, "Nov. 28, 07," indicates it was taken in 1907.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image appears to be a negative photograph depicting a construction site. In the center of the image, there's large steel beams being erected. This suggests ongoing construction, possibly of a bridge or building framework. There is a crane visible in the background, indicating heavy lifting is being performed. Below the steel beams, there is a train engine, possibly stationary on railway tracks. In the background, several multi-story buildings are visible, with advertisements and signs for businesses such as "PAINTS and OILS" and "Builder's Hardware Company" that offer various products including tools and cutlery. The image includes handwritten notes at the bottom, reading "Process of steel erection, over Bond Av., M.R.B. bridge" alongside a date of "Nov. 18, 09," which likely refers to November 18, 1909.

Anthropic Claude

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

This is a historical black and white photograph showing the progress of steel construction over what appears to be a commercial district, likely from the early 1900s based on the architectural style and signage. The image shows various storefronts with visible signs advertising "PAINTS AND OILS," "BUILDERS HARDWARE," and "TOOLS AND CUTLERY." There are multiple buildings visible with typical early 20th-century commercial architecture, including detailed cornices and large storefront windows. Steel construction elements and what appear to be crane or lift structures can be seen extending above the buildings. The image has a caption at the bottom indicating it's documenting the progress of steel erection over a bridge, dated Nov. 8, 1907. The photograph provides an interesting glimpse into urban development and construction methods of the early 20th century.

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting a construction site at night. The scene shows a large crane, scaffolding, and various signs advertising "Builders Hardware", "Paints and Oils", and "Cutlery and Tools". The image captures the progress of the construction work, with the text indicating this is the "Progress of Steel erection, new B. and A. R. Bridge" on November 29, 1917.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a construction site, with a crane and buildings in the background. The foreground features a concrete foundation with a metal beam running across it, accompanied by a large metal pipe protruding from the ground. A handwritten note at the bottom of the image reads "Progress of Steel erection. over B. and A. R. bridge" and "Nov 8 07."

Key Features:

  • Construction Site: The image shows a construction site with a crane and buildings in the background.
  • Concrete Foundation: A concrete foundation is visible in the foreground, featuring a metal beam running across it.
  • Metal Pipe: A large metal pipe protrudes from the ground near the concrete foundation.
  • Handwritten Notes: Two handwritten notes are present at the bottom of the image, providing context about the construction site.
    • First Note: "Progress of Steel erection. over B. and A. R. bridge"
    • Second Note: "Nov 8 07"

Summary:

The image captures a moment in time during the construction of a steel bridge, with a crane and buildings visible in the background. The concrete foundation and metal pipe in the foreground suggest that the construction process is well underway. The handwritten notes provide additional context about the project, including the date and location. Overall, the image offers a glimpse into the construction process of a steel bridge in the early 20th century.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a construction site, with a large building in the background and a bridge or overpass in the foreground. The building appears to be a hardware store, as indicated by the sign on the front that reads "Builders' Hardware" and lists various products such as paints, oils, cutlery, and tools.

In the foreground, there is a bridge or overpass with a train passing underneath it. The train is emitting smoke, suggesting that it is a steam engine. There are also several people standing on the bridge, possibly workers or spectators.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken during the early 20th century, likely in the 1920s or 1930s. The style of the building and the clothing worn by the people in the image are consistent with this time period. Additionally, the presence of a steam engine train further supports this dating.

The image appears to be a historical photograph, possibly taken for documentation or archival purposes. It provides a glimpse into the past, showing how construction sites and transportation systems looked during this time period.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The black-and-white photo depicts a bustling urban scene at night, with a focus on construction and industrial activity. In the foreground, a train engine is visible, emitting steam as it moves along the tracks. The engine is positioned on a bridge, which is under construction, with workers and machinery scattered around. On the left side of the image, a crane stands tall, indicating ongoing construction work.

In the background, buildings line the street, some of which bear signs advertising various products and services. Notably, there are signs for "Builders' Hardware," "Paints and Oils," and "Cutlery and Tools," suggesting a commercial area with businesses catering to construction and hardware needs. The street is busy with pedestrians and vehicles, highlighting the vibrant activity of the city at night.

The photo captures a moment of progress and development, with the construction of the bridge and the presence of industrial elements like the train and crane. The urban landscape is alive with activity, reflecting the dynamic nature of the city.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The black-and-white photo depicts a construction site, with a train traveling on a track. The train is emitting smoke from its chimney. There are buildings on both sides of the track, with a crane on the right side. Some of the buildings have signs on them, such as "Builders Hardware" and "Paints and Oils." The photo has a watermark that reads "Progress of Steel Erection, out B. and A.R. Bridge, Nov. 20, 1904."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

This is a historical photograph, likely a negative, showcasing the progress of steel erection over a bridge, possibly the B&A Railroad bridge. The image is dominated by a cityscape featuring several multi-story buildings. These buildings are adorned with various advertisements and signs, including "BUILDERS' HARDWARE," "PAINTS AND OILS," and "CUTLERY AND TOOLS."

A large crane is prominently positioned in the scene, suggesting the ongoing construction process. Below the elevated structure, a train with a locomotive is visible, emitting a plume of smoke. The date "Nov 8, 07" is imprinted on the bottom, along with the number "5204," which might be a reference number. The title "Progress of steel erection, over B. and A. R. bridge" is written at the bottom. This photograph offers a glimpse into the construction practices and urban landscape of the early 20th century.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph, taken in negative format, showing the "Progress of steel erection over B. and A.R. bridge." The scene captures a moment of industrial construction, possibly from the early 20th century, in an urban area.

In the foreground, a steam train is visible, emitting a plume of smoke. The train is positioned on tracks that run underneath a steel bridge or elevated structure, which is under construction. The supporting structures of the bridge are visible, suggesting ongoing erection work.

Behind the bridge, a row of buildings lines the street. These buildings are adorned with various signs and advertisements for businesses such as "A.H.GRENNY PAINTS AND HARDWARE COMPANY," and offering products like "BUILDERS HARDWARE", "PAINTS AND OILS," "TOOLS AND CUTLERY." Various other signs are visible on the rooftops of adjacent buildings, advertising products such as "LIPTON'S TEAS" and "BROCKTON FAIR."

A crane stands tall amid the construction site, indicating the scale of the project. The entire scene captures the bustle of an industrial area with a focus on infrastructure development, suggesting a period of urban and industrial growth.
The date, "Nov 8,07," and a number, "5204" are handwritten in the bottom right corner of the image.

Mistral Pixtral

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

This black-and-white photograph captures a construction site in progress over a bridge, dated November 8, 1907. The image shows the steel framework of a structure being erected, with visible scaffolding and construction materials. The bridge is labeled as "Brand Ave. Bridge," as noted in the handwritten caption at the bottom left of the image.

In the background, there are several buildings with clear signage. Notable signs include "Builders' Hardware Company," "Paints and Oils," "Cutlery and Tools," and "Tools and Cutlery." These signs indicate that the area is likely a commercial district with various hardware and supply stores.

The construction site is active, with a crane visible on the right side of the image, indicating heavy lifting operations. The bridge spans over what appears to be a waterway or a canal, with some smaller structures and possibly boats visible below. The overall scene reflects an industrial and urban environment in the early 20th century.

Text analysis

Amazon

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