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Human Generated Data

Title

Roadside advertising along Route 40, central Ohio

Date

1938

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 2.2002.3126

Human Generated Data

Title

Roadside advertising along Route 40, central Ohio

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

1938

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 2.2002.3126

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Plant 93.8
Advertisement 93.6
Leaf 89.7
Text 89.3
Ivy 68.1
Flyer 62
Brochure 62
Paper 62
Wall 57.8

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

monochrome 99.3
vintage 99.2
people 98.9
retro 98.8
old 97.9
street 97.7
art 96.5
wear 96.2
antique 95.1
text 94.5
bill 91.3
portrait 91.1
one 90.3
sepia 88.5
no person 87.1
post 86
man 85.7
newspaper 85.6
print 85.3
adult 81.2

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

sketch 46.8
drawing 34.9
representation 29
structure 24.6
old 22.3
billboard 22.1
newspaper 21.9
architecture 21.2
building 20.7
city 19.1
comic book 18.5
signboard 17.1
product 16.2
ancient 15.6
sky 15.3
art 14.4
creation 13.6
sculpture 13.5
travel 13.4
vintage 12.4
paper 11.8
stone 11.3
currency 10.8
tower 10.7
monument 10.3
landmark 9.9
tourism 9.9
retro 9.8
antique 9.5
town 9.3
tree 9.2
house 9.2
urban 8.7
daily 8.7
wall 8.6
grunge 8.5
money 8.5
finance 8.4
black 8.4
dollar 8.3
street 8.3
statue 8.3
religion 8.1
history 8
design 7.9
high 7.8
construction 7.7
electricity 7.6
famous 7.4
print media 7.4
symbol 7.4
exterior 7.4
window 7.3
cash 7.3
business 7.3
aged 7.2
bank 7.2

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Twig 83
Font 76.2
Monochrome photography 70.4
Monochrome 69.5
Poster 67.4
Rectangle 64.5
Art 62.7
Stock photography 62.5
Visual arts 61.6
Signage 56.9
Trunk 55.6
History 53.6
Room 52.8
Pattern 51.6
Paper product 50.3

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-15

text 100
sign 83.3
black and white 60.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Poster

Clarifai

Tree
Flower

AWS Rekognition

Poster 92.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

paintings art 98%
streetview architecture 2%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

a street sign for a city.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a bunch of signs on a pole pole

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image depicts a rustic scene featuring a wooden fence post in a rural area. Attached to the post are signs and advertisements, with one primarily announcing a "Public Sale" on October 21, 1937. The sale includes livestock ("11 Head of Cattle"), corn, hay, farm implements, furniture, and a location of "60 Acres." The name "A.W. Schatz, Owner" appears prominently on the sign. Vines with large leaves climb around the post, partially obscuring some details of the signs. In contrast, a lower sign reads "Ward’s Soft Bun Bread." Barbed wire fencing encircles the post, and farmland stretches out in the background. The black-and-white tonal quality gives the image a vintage, historical feel.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black and white photograph of a wooden post wrapped with barbed wire and covered in vine leaves. Attached to the post is an old public sale announcement dated October 21, 1937. The announcement lists items for sale, including 11 head of cattle, corn and hay, farm implements, and furniture. It mentions the owner as A.W. Schatz and notes the sale will take place on a Saturday. Another sign partially visible on the post says “Ward’s Soft Bun B.” The background depicts a rural landscape with open fields. The overall scene suggests a rural or agricultural setting, with the post being used to advertise an auction or sale typical of farming communities. The photograph captures an element of nostalgia, emphasizing the passage of time and the historical nature of the event.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a wooden post or tree trunk with various signs and advertisements attached to it. The largest sign announces a "Public Sale" on October 21, 1937, listing items for sale such as cattle, corn, hay, farm implements, and furniture. The owner of the sale is identified as A.W. Schatz. Another sign advertises the sale of "60 ACRES" of land, with the owner's name listed as "Shriver". Additionally, a sign for "WARD SOFT BUN B" is visible on the post.

The post is surrounded by lush, leafy vegetation, suggesting a rural or outdoor setting. The overall image has a vintage, black-and-white aesthetic, indicating it is likely an older photograph.

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

This is a black and white photograph from 1937 showing various notices and advertisements posted on what appears to be a wooden utility pole or post. The pole is surrounded by grape or vine leaves. The most prominent notice advertises a public sale scheduled for Thursday, October 21, 1937, listing items such as "11 Head of Cattle," "CORN AND HAY," "FARM IMPLEMENTS," and "FURNITURE." The owner is listed as "A. W. SCHATZ." There's also a sign advertising "60 ACRES" and another name "Shriver" visible on the notices. At the bottom of the image, there's a partial view of what appears to be a Ward's sign advertising "SOFT BUN B." The image has a rural, agricultural feel typical of Depression-era America.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a wooden fence post covered in advertisements and vines, with a sign reading "WARD SOFT BUN BREAD" in the foreground.

The fence post is the central focus of the image, with several advertisements plastered on it. The top advertisement reads "Public Sale" and lists the date as "Thurs. Oct. 21, 1937." Below this, there are additional advertisements for furniture and farm implements. The post is also covered in vines, which have grown up the side and are visible in the foreground.

In the background, a field stretches out, with a few trees visible in the distance. The sky above is overcast, adding to the rustic and rural atmosphere of the image.

Overall, the image captures a moment in time, showcasing the everyday life of a rural community in the 1930s. The advertisements and vines on the fence post provide a glimpse into the local economy and culture, while the field and trees in the background evoke a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden post with several signs attached to it, surrounded by barbed wire and leaves. The post appears to be weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging.

Signs on the Post:

  • A sign at the top of the post reads "Public Sale" in large letters, with additional text below that is too small to read.
  • Below the "Public Sale" sign, there are several other signs with various messages, including:
    • "60 ACRES"
    • "FURNITURE"
    • "A. W. SCHATZ, Owner"
    • "WARD SOFT BUN B"

Barbed Wire and Leaves:

  • The post is surrounded by barbed wire, which adds to the rustic and rural feel of the image.
  • Leaves from nearby plants or trees are visible in the foreground, partially obscuring the view of the post and signs.

Background:

  • The background of the image is out of focus, but it appears to be a field or open area with some trees or buildings in the distance.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a rural or countryside setting, possibly from the early 20th century given the style of the signs and the weathered condition of the post.

Conclusion:

The image presents a nostalgic and rustic scene, capturing a moment in time when rural life was simpler and more straightforward. The signs on the post provide clues about the context and purpose of the image, while the barbed wire and leaves add texture and depth to the composition. Overall, the image is a charming and evocative representation of a bygone era.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

A black-and-white image of a pole with multiple posters attached to it. The pole is surrounded by plants and vines. On the right side of the pole, there is a sign that reads "WARD SOFT BUN B." The pole is located near a fence with barbed wire. The fence is in the middle of a field. The field is surrounded by trees and a mountain in the distance.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden pole with several signs attached to it. The pole is situated in a rural setting, with a barbed-wire fence visible in the background. The signs are mostly rectangular and have different sizes and texts. One of the signs is a public sale notice, while another one advertises the sale of 60 acres of land. There are also signs with names and dates, possibly indicating the owners or dates of the sale. The image has a vintage look, possibly taken in the early 20th century.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

Here is a description of the image:

General Description

This is a black and white photograph featuring a wooden post adorned with multiple signs and partially covered in vines. The post is part of a barbed wire fence, with a field visible in the background.

Specific Details

  • Wooden Post and Signs: A worn wooden post is the central element. Affixed to the post are a couple of advertising posters, with the dates "OCT. 21. 1937" and text such as "Public Sale" and "60 Acres" being visible. There is also a small sign that says "WARD SOFT BUN B."

  • Vines: A vine with broad leaves wraps around the post, partially obscuring the signs.

  • Fence: The wooden post forms part of a barbed wire fence.

  • Background: Behind the fence, there is an open field or pasture.

  • Overall Tone: The black and white format and the elements within the scene (weathered wood, old signs, overgrown vines) create a sense of age and rural decay.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a weathered wooden post in a rural setting. The post is covered with a torn and aged "Public Sale" poster, advertising a sale dated October 21, 1937, including cattle, corn, hay, farm implements, and furniture. The poster lists A.W. Schatz as the owner. There is a second ad beneath the sale details offering 60 acres.

Grape vines with large, textured leaves are growing around the post, adding a layer of natural texture and life to the scene. The vines partially obscure the poster and the post itself.

Barbed wire runs horizontally across the post, part of a fence. On the right side of the post, a small sign reads "WARD SOFT BUN B" is attached to the fence.

The background is a blurred field, giving the scene a sense of depth and vastness. The overall feel is nostalgic and captures a snapshot of rural America in the mid-20th century. The grain of the photo and the contrast between the dark post and the light field create a timeless aesthetic.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The black-and-white photograph depicts a wooden utility pole covered in vines with large leaves, suggesting a rural setting. Attached to the pole are several signs, some of which are partially obscured by the foliage. The signs advertise various items and events:

  1. A prominent sign at the top reads "Public Sale!" and specifies "THURS. OCT. 21 1937." It mentions the sale of "11 Head of Cattle 11," "Corn and Hay," "Farm Implements," and "Furniture." The owner listed is "A. W. Schatz."

  2. Another sign below it advertises "60 Acres" of land for sale, with the owner named as "Shriver."

  3. A third sign, partially visible, advertises "Ward's Soft Bun B..." which likely refers to a bakery product.

The background shows an open field, further emphasizing the rural context. The photograph captures a moment in time, reflecting the agricultural and community life of the era.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a wooden post with several signs attached. The signs appear to be from a public sale, and one of them mentions "60 ACRES," indicating a land sale. The text on the signs is partially obscured by foliage growing on the post. Another sign below the main sale advertisement is for "Ward Soft Bun B," which seems to be an advertisement for a type of bread. The background shows a rural landscape with open fields. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a historical or mid-20th-century setting, given the style of the text and the rural environment.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image is a black and white photograph of a wooden post with several signs attached to it. The post is partially covered by leaves from a vine, which are prominent in the foreground. The top sign reads "Public Sale" and provides details about a sale happening on Thursday, October 21, 1937. It mentions the sale of 11 head of cattle, corn and hay, farm implements, and furniture, with A.W. Schatz as the owner. Below this sign, there is another sign advertising the sale of 60 acres. At the bottom right, there is a sign that reads "Ward Soft Bun B." The background is a blurred rural landscape, suggesting an open field. The overall scene has a historical and rustic feel, likely from the mid-20th century.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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