Human Generated Data

Title

Washington St. S. accross B. and A. Bridge

Date

November 11, 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, 5.2002.178

Human Generated Data

Title

Washington St. S. accross B. and A. Bridge

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

November 11, 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, 5.2002.178

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Handrail 100
Banister 100
Train Station 88.7
Terminal 88.7
Train 88.7
Transportation 88.7
Vehicle 88.7
Road 74.8
Freeway 70.5
Staircase 65.2
Corridor 60.7
Railing 58.7
Railway 56.2
Train Track 56.2
Rail 56.2
Subway 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

monochrome 99.8
no person 99.4
train 99.3
street 99.3
railway 99.2
architecture 99.2
locomotive 98.4
transportation system 98.3
bridge 97.8
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step 97.5
black and white 97.4
people 95.6
city 95.4
urban 95.2
light 95.1
perspective 94.7
travel 93.3
tunnel 92.9
sepia 92.6

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

structure 51.9
architecture 50.4
bridge 42.4
step 42.4
support 38.3
beam 38.1
building 36.1
barrier 35.4
urban 35
city 32.5
construction 29.1
device 27.5
obstruction 25.9
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sky 19.1
window 18
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business 17
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river 16
glass 15.6
office 15.3
tower 15.2
transport 14.6
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travel 13.4
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train 9.5
high 9.5
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water 9.4
frame 9.2
road 9
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factory 8.8
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highway 8.7
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buildings 8.5
house 8.4
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indoors 7.9
corporate 7.7
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move 7.7
england 7.6
pier 7.6
cityscape 7.6
technology 7.4
lights 7.4
people 7.3
work 7.2
machine 7.1
passage 7

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

black and white 96
building 92.8
stairs 90.7
outdoor 89.4
window 75.1
text 66.7
house 65.3
monochrome 60.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Building
Window
Stairs

Clarifai

Building 90.1%

Clarifai

Building 55.8%

Clarifai

Building 51.4%

Clarifai

Building 45.1%

Clarifai

Window 80.7%

Clarifai

Window 76.3%

Clarifai

Window 64.5%

Clarifai

Window 53.7%

Clarifai

Window 53%

Clarifai

Window 50.4%

Clarifai

Window 37.8%

Clarifai

Window 36.8%

Clarifai

Window 36.1%

Clarifai

Window 34.6%

Clarifai

Window 34.4%

Clarifai

Window 33.4%

Clarifai

Stairs 45.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

paintings art 50.8%
interior objects 25.4%
streetview architecture 15.3%
cars vehicles 4.6%
text visuals 2.3%
food drinks 1%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a bench with a bench and a bench in the background

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

an old black and white photo of a train track

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This is a black-and-white image, specifically a photographic negative, showing a view of a bridge or elevated structure. The photo is dated "Nov. 11, 1907" with visible labels indicating "Washington St. Bridge from East Side" and other markings. The structure appears to be composed of steel and riveted beams, displaying a notable industrial aesthetic typical of early 20th-century engineering. Train tracks or rail lines are visible on the bridge's pathway, and there are signs in the background with text such as "Gold Medal Flour" and mentions of performances or shows like "Rose Rancho." In the distance, there is a building with a distinct, pointed roof resembling a tower or lookout. The negative format inverts light and shadow, making the areas that would typically be dark appear bright, while originally lighter areas are rendered dark.

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

The image is a photographic negative of a bridge structure. It appears to be an elevated railway or streetcar bridge with visible tracks running along its length. The structure is composed of steel girders and supporting beams, typical of early 20th-century industrial architecture. In the background, there is a building with a distinctive roof, possibly a lookout or control tower. There is signage visible on the bridge, including posters and a sign that appears to read "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR." The image is dated November 11, 1907, and has handwritten text at the bottom that reads "Washington St. and ...bridge." The negative effect creates a stark contrast, rendering lighter areas dark and vice versa, giving the image an abstract, inverted look.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of the interior of a large industrial or transportation structure, possibly a train station or warehouse. The image shows a series of arched metal beams and trusses supporting the ceiling, with a long, empty platform or walkway in the foreground. There are some signs or advertisements visible on the walls, but no people are present in the scene.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-12

This is a black and white historical photograph taken in 1907 showing the underside of a bridge structure, specifically labeled as "Washington St." The image captures the architectural details of what appears to be a steel or iron bridge with distinctive geometric patterns and support beams. The structure features elegant arched supports and cross-bracing typical of early 20th-century engineering. There's a tunnel-like passageway visible, and you can see some advertising signage on the walls, including what appears to be an advertisement for "Gold Medal Flour." The photograph provides an interesting perspective on early urban infrastructure and bridge construction techniques of the era.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a bridge, likely taken in the early 20th century. The bridge is constructed from metal and features a series of arches that support its structure. In the foreground, a set of train tracks runs along the bottom of the image, while a sign on the left side reads "MAESTRO" and "ROSE RANCHIO." A handwritten note at the bottom of the image reads "Washington St. Lafayette St. S. B. and Bridge Nov. 11.07."

The background of the image shows a dark sky, with a building visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of industrial activity and urban development, with the bridge and train tracks serving as a hub for transportation and commerce. The handwritten note adds a personal touch to the image, providing context and information about the location and date of the photograph.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of the Washington Street Elevated Railway Station in Boston, Massachusetts. The photograph was taken on May 11, 1907.

Key Features:

  • Elevated Railway Structure: The image showcases the elevated railway structure, which is supported by large metal beams and pillars.
  • Railway Tracks: The railway tracks are visible in the foreground, with a train visible in the distance.
  • Station Platform: The station platform is also visible, with a sign that reads "Washington St." and another sign that appears to be an advertisement.
  • Building in the Background: In the background, a building with a distinctive roofline is visible, which may be a landmark or a notable feature of the area.

Overall Impression:

The image provides a glimpse into the history of Boston's transportation system and the architecture of the time. It is a valuable resource for historians and researchers interested in the development of urban infrastructure.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an old train station. The station has a large arched structure, possibly a bridge, with a metal frame and a sign that reads "GOLF MED. BLOU." The station is empty, and the tracks are visible. The image also shows a building with a staircase and a sign that reads "MALESTA ROSE." The image has a watermark in the bottom right corner that reads "52 LO."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a bridge under construction. The bridge is made of metal and has a series of arches supporting it. The bridge is located in an urban area, with buildings and other structures visible in the background. The bridge is elevated above the ground, and there are tracks running underneath it. The photograph was taken on November 11, 1907.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-30

Here is a description of the image:

This is a grayscale negative image showing an old bridge structure. The bridge is constructed from steel and has a complex network of beams and supports. The image shows a section of the bridge from a low angle, looking underneath the main structure.

In the foreground, there are tracks running along the bridge. The bridge appears to have a walkway with a railing on either side. Further down the bridge, there are arched openings, possibly leading to shops or other structures.

Behind the bridge structure, there is a building with a distinctive tower or cupola. The background is dark, making it difficult to discern details of the surrounding area.

Along the left side of the image, there is a poster or sign for "Majestic" and "Rose Rancho." There is also a Gold Medal Flour advertisement shown. In the bottom corner, there is some handwriting, identifying the location as "Washington St, Cath St, S. and A Bridge" and noting the date "Nov. 11. 07."

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-30

Here's a description of the image:

The image appears to be a negative of an old photograph, likely taken around the early 1900s based on the date in the bottom corner (Nov. 11, 1907).

Main Elements:

  • Infrastructure: The primary focus is on a bridge or elevated structure. The structure is primarily composed of steel girders and support beams, with visible rivet connections.
  • Tracks: Running along the bottom are what look like railway tracks.
  • Signage: There is a sign on the left that mentions the "MAJESTIC" theatre and advertsises "ROSE RANCHO." On the column, a sign reads "GOLD MEDA FLOUR."
  • Architecture: There's a building with a distinctive tower.
  • View: The photographer seems to have been standing at track level and looking forward and slightly upward.

Atmosphere:

The image has a sense of being from a bygone era. The "negative" format gives a slightly eerie appearance. The composition suggests a busy urban area with significant infrastructure.

Inscriptions (OCR):

  • The image is labeled "Washington St. - Cath St. - S. - B. and A. Bridge - Nov. 11. 07."
  • "52 10" may be a catalog number.

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Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an elevated railway structure, likely taken in 1907 as indicated by the date "Nov. 11, 07" at the bottom of the image. The photograph captures the underside of the railway, showing the structural supports and beams that hold up the tracks. The railway appears to be part of an urban setting, as indicated by the buildings visible in the background.

The photograph is taken from a low angle, looking up at the railway structure, which gives a sense of the height and scale of the elevated tracks. There are several signs visible on the walls, although they are not entirely legible. One of the signs appears to advertise "Gold Medal Flour." Another sign on the left side seems to be an advertisement for "Rose Rancio."

The railway tracks run horizontally across the bottom of the image, and there is a narrow walkway or platform alongside the tracks. The overall scene suggests a historical urban environment with industrial elements, likely from the early 20th century. The photograph also includes the caption "Washington St. Station, Seattle, Wash. 8 and 9 Bridge, Nov. 11, 07," indicating the location and specific details of the structure.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the style of the photograph and the architecture. The photo depicts a large metal truss bridge, likely part of a railway or tram system, with a detailed view of the underside of the bridge. The bridge has a complex structure with a series of beams, girders, and supports, which are typical of industrial or infrastructure engineering from that era.

In the background, there is a building with an ornate roof and decorative architectural elements, suggesting it might be a station or a significant public building. The area below the bridge shows a street or platform, with what appear to be tram tracks running through it. There are also signs and advertisements on the walls and a large sign that reads "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR."

The bottom of the image includes a handwritten caption that reads "Washington St. Depot, Corner St. Swan & B. & O. R. A. Bridge, May 11, '07," indicating the location and date of the photograph. The date refers to May 11, 1907, which places the image in the late 19th or early 20th century.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting a section of a steel bridge structure. The image appears to be historical, possibly from the early 20th century, given the style of the bridge and the handwritten annotation at the bottom. The bridge features intricate steel beams and trusses, with circular cutouts in the beams for weight reduction and aesthetic purposes. The structure is partially completed, as evidenced by the exposed framework and the lack of a finished roadway.

In the background, there are buildings and a tower with a pointed roof, suggesting an urban setting. The bottom of the image includes handwritten text that reads "Washinton St. from South St. showing B. & A. Bridge May 11, '07," indicating the location and date of the photograph. The overall atmosphere of the image is somewhat dark and industrial, with the focus on the architectural details of the bridge.

Text analysis

Amazon

ROSE
52
RANCHO
52 LO
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Wastriaton St B.com/A.Bridge
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Google

MAJESTIC Washington St GOLD BLOUT Band A. Bridge Hoy, 11.07 112 52 LO
MAJESTIC
Washington
St
GOLD
BLOUT
Band
A.
Bridge
Hoy
,
11.07
112
52
LO