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Human Generated Data

Title

The Bear, Colorado Plateau

Date

1872

People

Artist: William Bell, American 1830 - 1910

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Transferred from the Geology Department Library, 2.2002.3668

Human Generated Data

Title

The Bear, Colorado Plateau

People

Artist: William Bell, American 1830 - 1910

Date

1872

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Transferred from the Geology Department Library, 2.2002.3668

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-22

Nature 99
Outdoors 98.3
Soil 84.6
Sea 84.6
Ocean 84.6
Water 84.6
Land 83.8
Advertisement 82.7
Animal 79.3
Mammal 79.3
Wildlife 79.3
Poster 77.2
Ice 75
Snow 70.5
Collage 69.5
Sand 67.4
Text 62.5
Rock 61.6
Mountain 61.2
Weather 59.5
Landscape 57.4
Scenery 57.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

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Imagga
created on 2022-01-22

flour 37
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Google
created on 2022-01-22

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Microsoft
created on 2022-01-22

text 99.8
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bear

Clarifai

Animal

AWS Rekognition

Bear 79.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-22

nature landscape 63.8%
paintings art 14.8%
streetview architecture 10.7%
pets animals 5.1%
food drinks 2%
beaches seaside 1.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-22

a close up of a sign 77.7%
close up of a sign 73.4%
a close up of a box 50.7%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

photograph of a rock formation.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-23

a photograph of two pictures of a sheep and a sheep

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This is a stereoscopic image titled "The Bear, Colorado Plateau," part of the "Colorado River Series," taken during an 1872 geological expedition led by Lieutenant George M. Wheeler. The photograph, attributed to W. Bell, depicts a large, weathered rock formation resembling the shape of a bear on the Colorado Plateau. The stereoscopic format provides two slightly shifted images, designed to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed with a stereoscope. The foreground shows a rugged terrain filled with loose stones and rocky ground, with the towering rock formation dominating the background. The image is framed with a yellow border indicating its inclusion in a series.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image is a stereograph consisting of two nearly identical photographs placed side by side. It depicts a large rock formation on the Colorado Plateau, titled "The Bear." The rock is shaped such that it resembles the silhouette of a bear, with a prominent section suggesting the head and snout, adding to its bear-like appearance. The foreground is a barren, rocky terrain. This stereograph is part of the "Colorado River Series," photographed by W. Bell, and is associated with the explorations west of the 100th meridian under the expedition of 1872 led by Lieutenant George M. Wheeler. The card's color has a yellowish tint common in stereographs from that era.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image appears to be a stereoscopic photograph depicting a large rock formation resembling a bear on the Colorado Plateau. The rock formation has a distinctive shape that resembles the head and body of a bear. The image is presented in a stereoscopic format, with two slightly offset views that would have allowed viewers to perceive depth and three-dimensionality when viewed through a stereoscopic viewer.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a historical stereoscopic photograph (meant to be viewed in 3D with a special viewer) showing a geological formation known as "The Bear" on the Colorado Plateau. The image appears to be from the late 19th century, as indicated by its sepia tone and mounting style. The formation is a large, rocky outcropping that does indeed resemble the head of a bear when viewed from this angle. The rock formation stands prominently against the sky, with a rough, rocky terrain visible in the foreground. The photograph was taken by W. Bell, as credited on the card, and is labeled as No. 85 in what appears to be a series. The yellow card mount is typical of stereoscopic photographs from this era.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a stereograph, a type of photograph that uses two images to create a 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope.

  • The image shows a large rock formation in the shape of a bear's head.
    • The rock is light-colored and has a rough texture.
    • It is sitting on top of a hill or mountain.
    • The background is a clear sky.
  • The image is labeled "The Bear, Colorado Plateau" and has a caption that reads "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian, Expedition of 1874, Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Com'dg."
    • The label and caption suggest that the image was taken during an expedition led by Lieutenant George M. Wheeler in 1874.
    • The expedition was likely part of the United States Geological Survey, which was established in 1879 to map the western United States.
  • The image is part of a series of stereographs called the "Colorado River Series."
    • The series was likely published by a company such as William Henry Jackson or Timothy O'Sullivan, who were both prominent photographers of the American West during the late 19th century.
    • The series may have been intended to showcase the natural beauty of the Colorado River and its surrounding landscape.

Overall, the image provides a unique perspective on the natural beauty of the American West during the late 19th century. The use of stereography allows the viewer to experience the scene in a more immersive way, making it feel like they are standing right next to the rock formation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

This image is a sepia-toned stereograph of a rock formation resembling a bear, taken by W. Bell in 1872. The stereograph features two identical images side by side, with the left image slightly offset to create a 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope.

The rock formation, known as "The Bear," is situated on a rocky outcropping, with a large boulder in the background. The image is captioned "No. 85 - The Bear, Colorado Plateau" and includes the photographer's name, "W. Bell, Phot." at the bottom left corner.

The stereograph also features a yellow border with text on the left and right sides. The left side reads "COLORADO RIVER SERIES," while the right side provides information about the expedition, including the date, location, and participants. The text on the right side reads: "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian. Expedition of 1872, Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Com'dg."

Overall, this image is a historic and visually striking representation of a unique rock formation in the American West, captured during a significant expedition in the late 19th century.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image is a stereoscopic photograph, which means it consists of two slightly different images of the same scene, one for each eye, to create a 3D effect when viewed with a stereoscope. The photograph shows a large, irregularly shaped rock formation covered in snow, situated on a rocky surface. The rock formation appears to be a natural geological feature, possibly a boulder or a glacial erratic. The photograph has a vintage appearance, with a sepia tone and a yellow border. The text "COLORADO RIVER SERIES" is printed on the left side of the image, indicating that it is part of a series of photographs taken along the Colorado River. The text "No. 53-The Bear, Colorado Plateau" is printed on the right side of the image, providing the name and location of the rock formation. The image also includes the photographer's name, "W. Bell, Phot," and the year "1872," indicating that it was taken in the late 19th century.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image is a vintage black-and-white photograph with a yellow border, featuring a large rock formation that resembles a bear. The photograph appears to be an old stereoscopic image, with two slightly different views of the rock formation side by side. The image has a yellow border with text that reads "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian, 1872-1873, Lt. Col. M. Wheeler, U.S. Army." The image also includes the text "No. 53 - The Bear, Colorado Plateau" and the photographer's name, W. Bell, Phot.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a stereograph, a type of vintage photograph meant to be viewed with a stereoscope to create a 3D effect. It presents a side-by-side view of a rock formation that resembles a bear.

Composition and Subject:

  • Subject: The primary subject is a large, eroded rock formation. Its shape strongly evokes the image of a bear, especially in profile. The "bear" is positioned on what appears to be a rocky or barren landscape.
  • Composition: The image is split into two nearly identical views, which are the hallmark of a stereograph. The views are slightly offset to create the 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope. The bear is positioned at the center of the image, and the base or the ground of the bear is where the image starts, and is composed of rocky soil.
  • Background: The background of the image is mostly light or hazy, likely indicating a bright sky.

Technical and Historical Details:

  • Format: The image is a vintage stereograph. These were popular in the 19th century for their ability to create a three-dimensional viewing experience.
  • Labels:
    • "COLORADO RIVER SERIES." at the left.
    • "W. Bell, Phot." (referring to the photographer) at the bottom left.
    • "No. 85-The Bear, Colorado Plateau." at the bottom center.
    • "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian. Expedition of 1872, Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Com'dg." is written at the right, indicating the context of the image which is geological exploration.
  • Colors and Tones: The image is a sepia-toned photograph, characteristic of the photographic processes of the time. This gives it a warm, vintage aesthetic.

Overall Impression:

The image is a fascinating document of natural formations, likely taken during an exploration of the American West. It captures a striking resemblance between a geological feature and a familiar animal form. The stereograph format adds a dimension of depth, inviting the viewer to perceive the "bear" formation in a more realistic and immersive way.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-16

The image is a vintage stereoscopic card featuring a rock formation known as "The Bear" on the Colorado Plateau. The card has a light yellow border with rounded corners, and the two black-and-white images are arranged side-by-side, which would create a 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope.

Each image shows a large rock formation that resembles a bear sitting down. The rock is textured and has an off-white to light-brown color. The base of the rock sits on a landscape covered with small rocks and pebbles, giving the impression of a barren or rocky terrain.

The image is labelled "Colorado River Series" and identifies W. Bell as the photographer. Underneath the images, it is noted that the photograph is titled "No. 85—The Bear, Colorado Plateau." On the right side of the card, text indicates that the image is from "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian," taken during the "Expedition of 1872, Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Com'dg."

The overall impression is of a historical photograph documenting a natural landmark and a geographical exploration. The lighting is soft, and the details in the rocks and terrain are somewhat visible, suggesting it was taken during daylight hours.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-23

The image is a stereoscopic photograph, which is a type of photograph designed to be viewed with a stereoscope to create a 3D effect. The photograph is part of the "Colorado River Series" and is labeled "No. 85—The Bear, Colorado Plateau." The photograph is credited to W. Bell.

The image shows a large rock formation that resembles a bear. The rock is situated on a rocky, uneven terrain, and the formation's shape gives the impression of a bear's head and body. The background is somewhat hazy, which may be due to atmospheric conditions or the age of the photograph. The photograph is framed with a yellow border, and text on the left side reads "Colorado River Series," while the right side includes details about the expedition and the photographer.

This type of photograph was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a way to provide a more immersive viewing experience of landscapes and notable sites.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

The image is a stereoscopic photograph, commonly used to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed through a stereoscope. This particular photograph shows a rock formation that resembles a bear, which is labeled as "The Bear, Colorado Plateau" in the caption. The text on the left side of the image reads "COLORADO RIVER SERIES," indicating that this photograph is part of a series documenting the Colorado River region. The bottom left corner includes the photographer's credit, "W. Bell, Phot." The right side of the image contains additional text that refers to "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian Expedition of 1872, Lead: Geo. M. Wheeler, Com. ag." This suggests that the photograph is part of an expedition led by George M. Wheeler to explore the region west of the 100th meridian. The composition highlights the unique geological feature, which intricately mimics the shape of a bear, set against a backdrop of arid terrain with scattered rocks and a plain horizon.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-14

This is a stereoscopic photograph, a popular 19th-century format for creating a three-dimensional effect when viewed through a stereoscope. The image shows a large rock formation on the Colorado Plateau that resembles the shape of a bear, hence its name, "The Bear." The picture is from the "Colorado River Series," a collection of photographs taken during the U.S. Geological Survey of the Colorado River area in the late 19th century.

The left side of the image contains text that reads, "COLORADO RIVER SERIES," and the right side includes details about the image's origin, stating, "Explorations West of the 100th Meridian. Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Comdg. Expedition of 1871." At the bottom, it is labeled "No. 85 - The Bear, Colorado Plateau," and credits the photographer, W. Bell. The sepia tone and the style of the image suggest it is from the late 1800s.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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