Human Generated Data

Title

Malden, Main St. near Pleasant St.

Date

August 23, 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, 5.2002.237

Human Generated Data

Title

Malden, Main St. near Pleasant St.

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

August 23, 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, 5.2002.237

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-04

Spire 97.2
Steeple 97.2
Architecture 97.2
Building 97.2
Tower 97.2
Handrail 85.2
Banister 85.2
Person 85
Human 85
Roof 84.8
Person 83.8
Brick 65.9
Theme Park 63.7
Amusement Park 63.7
Dome 58.9
Person 55.7

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-10

building 99.2
monochrome 99.1
architecture 99
city 98.5
travel 98.4
people 98.1
street 97.1
no person 96.8
transportation system 96.1
light 95.2
urban 95
water 92.4
tower 91.5
sight 91.4
house 91.2
town 91.2
black and white 91.2
step 91
church 90.7
bridge 90.3

Imagga
created on 2022-06-04

palace 100
architecture 77.7
building 57.4
tower 48.4
castle 48.2
old 42.6
city 37.5
history 36.7
travel 36.7
town 33.4
tourism 33
structure 28.2
sky 28.1
historic 27.5
stone 26.2
landmark 25.3
church 25
famous 23.3
wall 23.2
historical 22.6
buildings 21.8
house 21.5
fortification 21.3
medieval 21.1
ancient 19.9
urban 17.5
tourist 17.2
culture 16.3
cathedral 16.2
religion 16.2
cityscape 16.1
roof 15.9
vacation 15.6
river 15.1
center 15
brick 13.2
destination 13.1
defensive structure 13
street 12.9
museum 12.6
capital 12.4
window 11.9
clouds 11.9
university 11.8
fortress 11.5
traditional 10.8
fort 10.8
bridge 10.7
monument 10.3
construction 10.3
place 10.3
day 10.2
landscape 9.7
attraction 9.6
england 9.5
sunny 9.5
residence 9.4
water 9.4
exterior 9.2
square 9.1
walls 8.8
summer 8.4
temple 8.3
monastery 8.2
republic 7.9
cities 7.8
century 7.8
heritage 7.7
dome 7.6
outdoors 7.5
detail 7.3
facade 7.2

Google
created on 2022-06-04

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-04

black and white 95
building 93.2
house 91.7
text 91.4
white 77.7
city 75.8
skyscraper 70.3
monochrome 70.1
tower 57.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Person 85%
Person 83.8%
Person 55.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-04

a store inside of a building 84.5%
a large building 80.4%
a large building in the background 80.3%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of a black and white photo of a building with a clock tower -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image appears to be a negative photograph of an urban or suburban scene. It features a number of buildings, including a prominent firehouse in the center marked "Host Engine" and "1878" on its facade. The architecture includes peaked roofs and small towers. One tower has an open structure, suggesting it could be a bell or lookout tower.

Electric poles and numerous wires stretch across the image, indicating the presence of infrastructure for power or communication. In the background, tall industrial chimneys and church spires are visible, highlighting a blend of residential, religious, and industrial architecture. Writing at the bottom reads "Malden, Mass. Pleasant St," identifying the location as Malden, Massachusetts, on Pleasant Street. The negative coloration reverses light and dark tones, giving the image an inverted and surreal appearance.

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

This image appears to be a photographic negative. It shows a cityscape with a focus on a prominent building that has architectural features consistent with public or municipal structures, such as a bell tower and elaborate roof design. The building has the words "HOSE" and "ENGINE" above what seem to be large doorways, suggesting it might be a firehouse. The handwritten text at the bottom left corner reads "Malden, Mass. Pleasant St.", indicating the location likely to be an area in Malden, Massachusetts.

In the foreground, there is an array of power lines and a large utility pole with multiple cross arms, indicative of the infrastructure needed for electrical or telecommunication distribution. Surrounding the central building, there are other structures, including residential or commercial buildings with dormer windows. In the background, more buildings and a tall steeple can be seen, adding to the urban feel of the scene. The overall tone of the image is very high contrast, typical of a photo negative.

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 depicting a nighttime cityscape. The scene shows a densely populated urban area with a mix of architectural styles, including buildings with spires, domes, and other ornate features. There are power lines and utility poles visible in the foreground, suggesting this is an older photograph. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of history and the bustling nature of the city at night.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The black and white photograph depicts a nighttime view of an urban area, likely from the early-to-mid 20th century based on the architectural style of the buildings. Power lines and telephone poles criss-cross the scene, adding to the industrial feel.

The image focuses on the rooftops and upper stories of several multi-story brick and stone buildings. Ornate towers and cupolas adorn some of the roofs. The buildings appear to be a mix of commercial and possibly residential structures tightly packed together.

In the background, the steeple of a church or similar building rises above the roofline, suggesting this may be the downtown area of a city or town. The overall composition, with its interplay of geometric shapes, power lines, and the contrast of light and shadow, gives the photograph an artistic quality that captures a bygone era of American urban life.

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

This is a black and white historical photograph showing an urban streetscape, likely from the late 1800s or early 1900s. The image features several prominent architectural elements, including church or civic building spires and towers. There's a notable utility pole with multiple cross-arms carrying electrical or telephone wires in the foreground, which creates a geometric pattern across the top of the image. The buildings appear to be in a Victorian or similar architectural style, with detailed cornices, arched windows, and decorative elements typical of that period. The caption at the bottom of the image appears to reference "Malden," suggesting this might be from Malden, Massachusetts. The overall composition shows a dense urban environment with multiple buildings of varying heights and architectural styles clustered together.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a town at night, with a mix of buildings and power lines visible.

  • The buildings are primarily one- to three-story structures, with some featuring steeply pitched roofs and others having flat or slightly sloping roofs.
    • The buildings appear to be made of brick, wood, or a combination of both.
    • Some buildings have chimneys, while others do not.
    • A few buildings have signs or advertisements on their facades, but they are not legible in the image.
  • Power lines crisscross the sky, with multiple lines converging at a central point.
    • The power lines are supported by tall poles, some of which are visible in the foreground.
    • The lines are thin and appear to be made of metal or another conductive material.
  • In the background, there is a large church or other religious building with a tall steeple.
    • The church is located on a hill, which gives it a prominent position in the image.
    • The steeple is topped with a cross, which is visible in the image.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quietness and stillness, with the only sound being the hum of the power lines.
    • The image suggests that the town is small and peaceful, with a strong sense of community.
    • The presence of the church in the background adds to the sense of tranquility and spirituality.

The image provides a glimpse into the daily life of a small town at night, highlighting the importance of power lines and the role of religion in the community.

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

This image is a black and white photograph of a nighttime cityscape, featuring a mix of buildings and power lines. The scene is dominated by a large building with a clock tower in the center, surrounded by smaller structures and power lines crisscrossing the sky.

In the foreground, a row of buildings with pitched roofs and chimneys stretches across the bottom of the image. A large power pole stands on the left side, with multiple wires extending from it to the right. The background is dark, with only a few lights visible in the distance.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quietness and stillness, with the only sound being the hum of the power lines and the occasional distant noise. The image captures a moment in time, frozen forever in black and white.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The black-and-white photograph depicts an aerial view of a cityscape, likely from the early 20th century. The image features several buildings, including a prominent church with a tall steeple and a bell tower. The church is situated in the center of the frame, with other structures surrounding it. The buildings are of various sizes and architectural styles, indicating a diverse urban landscape. The photograph also captures numerous electrical wires and poles, suggesting the presence of an electrical grid in the area. The image is marked with the words "Malden, Mass. Near Pleasant St." at the bottom, providing a location reference.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The black-and-white image features an aerial view of a city with several buildings. The building in the foreground has a tower with a bell, and the text "HOSPITAL" is written on the wall. The building on the right has several windows and a roof. The power lines are connected to the poles, and the wires are stretched across the city. The city is surrounded by trees, and the sky is dark.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white, likely vintage photograph, showing an old building, seemingly a fire station, in an urban setting.

Here are some key observations:

  • Building: The central focus is a brick building with architectural features like a tall bell tower (possibly a lookout tower for fire spotting), a pitched roof, and decorative elements. There's a prominent inscription on the front which appears to read "1879" and below "Hose, Engine", suggesting it was built in 1879. The lower section of the building features large archways, likely for the fire engines.
  • Setting: The fire station is surrounded by other buildings, suggesting a town or city environment. Electrical wires crisscross the sky, indicating an older era.
  • Composition: The photo is taken from a slightly elevated angle, and includes power lines running across the scene.
  • Negative Image: It is important to note that the image is the negative of the photo. This is why the colors are inverted.

Overall, the photograph provides a glimpse into the architecture and urban landscape of a bygone era. It conveys a sense of history and nostalgia. The location is noted as "Malden, Mass. near Pleasant St."

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

Here is a description of the image:

This appears to be an inverted black and white photograph, showing a vintage cityscape. In the foreground, there's a fire station labeled "Hose Engine" with the date "1879" above its arched entrance. A tall, ornate bell tower rises from the fire station. To the right, there's a building with a dormered roof, typical of older architectural styles.

The view extends beyond these buildings, showcasing a cluster of buildings with varying rooflines and architectural details. A tall chimney rises amongst them. In the distance, there is what seems to be a church steeple or spire, adding to the character of the old town or city.

Overhead, a network of wires is strung across the sky, typical of the era when overhead power and communication lines were common. A tall wooden utility pole stands to the left, contributing to the dense web of wires.

In the lower-left corner, there is what appears to be a handwritten caption, "Malden, Mass, near Pleasant St." indicating the location of the scene. The image, with its inverted tones and aged details, evokes a strong sense of historical documentation.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a nighttime urban scene, likely from the early to mid-20th century, given the architectural style and the presence of multiple power lines. The photograph is taken from an elevated vantage point, possibly from another building.

Key features include:

  1. Buildings:

    • The central building has a prominent tower with a spire and arched windows, suggesting a historical or significant structure, possibly a town hall or courthouse.
    • Surrounding buildings have varied architectural styles, with pitched roofs, dormer windows, and chimneys, indicating a mix of commercial and possibly residential use.
    • One building has a sign reading "HOTEL" and another sign for "RESTAURANT" indicating a hospitality establishment.
  2. Street and Infrastructure:

    • The street is lined with utility poles and numerous overhead wires, which are common in urban areas of that era.
    • The street sign in the foreground reads "Main St." and "Pleasant St." with an intersection at "Malden."
  3. Lighting:

    • The buildings are illuminated, with lights visible through the windows, adding to the nighttime ambiance.
    • The streetlights and building lights cast a glow, highlighting the architectural details.
  4. Atmosphere:

    • The overall atmosphere is calm and serene, typical of a small town or city center at night.
    • The image captures a sense of historical charm and simplicity, reflecting the lifestyle and urban landscape of the period.

This photograph provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the architecture, urban planning, and nighttime ambiance of a bygone era.

Text analysis

Amazon

ENGINE.PI
HOSP
18931

Google

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