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Human Generated Data

Title

Hotel Bristol 535 Boylston St.

Date

January 17, 1913

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, 5.2002.327

Human Generated Data

Title

Hotel Bristol 535 Boylston St.

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

January 17, 1913

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, 5.2002.327

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

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Path 100
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Pavement 97.9
Downtown 92.5
City 92.5
Urban 92.5
Building 92.5
Town 92.5
Metropolis 88.1
Cobblestone 84.1
Neighborhood 82.9
Architecture 79.8
Transportation 76.6
Vehicle 76.6
Flagstone 67.2
Spire 66.2
Tower 66.2
Steeple 66.2
Road 58.7

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

street 99.7
no person 99
architecture 98.9
people 98.1
city 97.7
monochrome 96.8
travel 96.7
town 94.6
building 93
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square 92.8
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window 85.7
art 85
light 82.3
house 79.1
sight 78.4
group 77.7
road 76.9

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

architecture 61.9
building 54.1
city 37.5
old 34.9
stone 33.8
street 31.4
facade 30.7
tourism 25.6
window 25.5
town 25.1
house 24.9
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arch 22.1
exterior 20.3
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history 18.8
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column 13.5
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windows 7.7
cell 7.5
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public house 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

building 99.4
text 97.8
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window 83.8
house 75.4
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bus

Clarifai

Building
Window
Door
Tree

AWS Rekognition

Bus 76.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

streetview architecture 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-04

a store front at night 88.8%
a store inside of a building 88.7%
a store in a brick building 84.7%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a clock tower in a city

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

an old black and white photo of a building with a clock

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white negative image of a street corner showing buildings and storefronts. The image includes the following notable details:

  1. Buildings and businesses: The main focus is on a corner building labeled "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." The storefronts on the ground level include signs identifying businesses, such as "Apothecaries," "Chemists," "Prescriptions," and "T. Metcalf Co." The upper levels of the building feature ornate arched windows with visible details like curtains.

  2. Clock: On the right side of the image, there is a street clock standing on a decorative column. The clock has bold numbers and appears to be a prominent feature on the street.

  3. Architecture: The building has intricate architectural details, such as decorative brickwork, arched windows, and a balcony with ornate ironwork.

  4. Paved street: The ground is paved with brick or cobblestone patterns.

  5. Date and details: At the bottom of the image, handwritten text includes "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St.," along with the specific date "Jan. 17, 1913."

The inverted colors give the image its negative effect, which makes bright areas appear dark and vice versa.

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

This image is a negative photograph of a street scene from January 17, 1913, showing the corner of a building where T. Metcalf Co., which operates as chemists and apothecaries, is located at 535 Boylston Street, presumably part of or near the Hotel Bristol. The storefront has signs that read "Apothecaries," "T. Metcalf Co.," "Chemists," and "Prescriptions." There are awnings and ornamental details on the building, and lace curtains can be seen in some of the windows. In the foreground, the brick street is visible, along with a large street clock on a decorative post. The image is quite detailed, highlighting the architecture and street elements such as the cobblestone texture on the ground.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a historic building facade. The building has an ornate, decorative exterior with arched windows and intricate architectural details. The ground floor features a storefront labeled "Apothecaries" and "T. Metcalf Co Chemists". There is also a large clock visible on the building's facade. The image seems to depict a nighttime or evening scene, with shadows and lighting creating a dramatic effect. The street in front of the building is paved with cobblestones. The image is labeled as "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." and dated January 17, 1913.

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

This is a black and white historical photograph from 1913 showing the storefront of T. Metcalf Co., an apothecary/chemist shop located at the Hotel Bristol on Boylston Street. The image shows the architectural details of what appears to be a late Victorian or Edwardian era building, with ornate moldings and large display windows at street level. The sidewalk appears to be made of brick or cobblestone, and there are decorative columns visible along the storefront. The building has multiple floors with regularly spaced windows above the shop level. The storefront signage clearly indicates "Apothecaries" and "Chemists" along with the T. Metcalf Co. name. The display windows appear to be well-lit and dressed for display, though the specific contents are not clearly visible in this historical image.

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 corner in Bristol, taken on January 17, 1913. The scene is set at the intersection of two brick-paved streets, with a prominent building on the left side featuring a sign that reads "Apothecaries" above a storefront window. Adjacent to this building is another structure with a sign bearing the name "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists." A clock tower stands on the right side of the image, adding to the historic ambiance of the scene.

The photograph appears to be a vintage image, likely taken by a photographer who captured the essence of Bristol's streetscape during that era. The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the architectural styles and commercial establishments of the time. The presence of the clock tower and the old-fashioned signage adds to the nostalgic feel of the image, evoking a sense of history and tradition.

Overall, the image presents a charming and informative snapshot of Bristol's past, offering a glimpse into the city's development and evolution over time.

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

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a street corner in Boston, Massachusetts, taken on January 17, 1913. The photograph features a multi-story building with a clock on the corner, as well as a sign that reads "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St."

The building has a storefront on the ground floor, with a sign that reads "Apothecaries" and another that reads "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists." The building's facade is decorated with ornate details, including arches and columns. The street is paved with cobblestones, and there are no people or vehicles visible in the image.

Overall, the photograph provides a glimpse into the architecture and urban landscape of Boston in the early 20th century.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a building with the text "Apothecaries" and "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists Prescriptions" on the front. The building has a balcony with a railing and a clock on the side. The building is located on a cobblestone street with a clock tower on the right side. The image has a watermark with the text "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." and the date "Jan. 17, 1913."

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street scene. It features a building with the name "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists" prominently displayed on the facade. The building has a decorative architectural style with columns and ornate details. There are windows with curtains, and some have awnings. The ground floor has a glass display window with items inside, possibly medicinal products or apothecary goods. A clock tower stands to the right of the building, indicating the time. The street is cobblestone, and there is a sidewalk in front of the building. The photograph has a watermark in the bottom right corner with the date "JAN.17,1913" and "HOTEL BRISTOL, 535 BOYLSTON ST." in the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image based on the information provided:

The image is an inverted black and white photograph, likely taken from a glass negative. It depicts the corner of a building, identifiable as the location of "T. Metcalf Co." which is labeled as Chemists, Apothecaries, and Prescriptions. The signage is visible above the store fronts, and the building appears to be constructed of brick or stone with decorative architectural details. A clock mounted on a tall pedestal stands near the corner of the building, with another building visible in the background.

The bottom of the photograph includes text identifying the location as "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." and indicating the date "Jan. 17, 1913." The street in front of the building is paved with what appears to be brick in a herringbone pattern. There is a balcony on an upper floor of the building. The image has an overall aged and vintage feel.

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

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white, negative photograph of a street corner with a prominent building. The image is dated "Jan. 17, 1913."

Key Elements:

  • Building: The main focus is a multi-story building with a distinctive architectural style. It appears to be a commercial building, with shop fronts at street level. There is a corner entrance to the building and windows are visible on the upper floors.
  • Signage: The building has signs advertising "Apothecaries" and "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists, Prescriptions".
  • Street Clock: A large street clock is situated on the corner.
  • Street: The street is paved with bricks in a pattern.
  • Lighting: The image appears to be taken at night, with lighting coming from the storefronts.

Composition:

The image is taken from a slightly elevated perspective, with the viewer looking up at the building. The composition is well-balanced, with the building dominating the frame and the street clock providing a point of interest in the background.

Historical Context:

The image provides a glimpse into early 20th-century urban life. The style of the building and the presence of a drugstore with prescriptions evoke a sense of a time when life was simpler.

Let me know if you would like a more detailed analysis of any specific aspect!

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a historic photograph of the Hotel Bristol, located at 535 Boylston Street, taken on January 17, 1913. The photograph captures the exterior of the hotel and adjacent businesses at night.

Key details of the image:

  1. Building Architecture: The building showcases classic architectural elements typical of the early 20th century, including ornate detailing on the facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

  2. Businesses:

    • On the left side, there is a storefront labeled "Apothecaries" and "Nichols." The window displays various items, likely medicinal products or toiletries.
    • The central entrance belongs to "T. Metcalf Co." with signage indicating "Chemists" and "Prescriptions." This suggests it is a pharmacy or drugstore.
    • The right side of the building features another storefront, though its specific business is not clearly visible in the image.
  3. Clock Tower: To the right of the building, there is a clock tower, adding a distinctive and possibly iconic feature to the location.

  4. Street and Lighting: The street in front of the building is paved with cobblestones, and the area is well-lit, likely with early electric lighting or gas lamps.

  5. Date and Location: The date "Jan. 17, 1913" and the address "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." are noted at the bottom of the photograph, providing historical context.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the urban landscape and commercial activity of Boston in the early 20th century.

Qwen

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph taken on January 17, 1913, and labeled as "Hotel Bristol, 535 Boylston St." The scene depicts the exterior of a multi-story building with a prominent clock tower structure in the background. The building's facade features ornate detailing and signage indicating businesses such as "Apothecaries" and "T. Metcalf Co. Chemists." The ground is paved with cobblestones, and the area appears to be well-lit, possibly by artificial light or moonlight. The overall architectural style of the building suggests it is from the early 20th century.

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

The image is a black and white photograph depicting the exterior of a building at night, dated January 17, 1913. The building is labeled "HOTEL BRISTOL, 535 BOYLSTON ST." The ground floor of the building houses a business named "T. METCALF CO. Chemists," with the words "Apothecaries" and "Chemists" visible above the windows. The windows display various items, likely related to the apothecary business. The building has a decorative facade with ornate architectural details, including columns and balconies. A clock is visible on the right side of the building, and the street in front is paved with cobblestones. The image appears to be well-lit, suggesting the use of artificial lighting to capture the scene at night.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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