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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (mine, Colorado)

Date

1880s

People

Artist: George E. Mellen, American 19th century

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 2.2002.1870

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (mine, Colorado)

People

Artist: George E. Mellen, American 19th century

Date

1880s

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 2.2002.1870

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-22

Mining 99.6
Human 99.6
Soil 90.8
Outdoors 87.8
Nature 86.9
Ground 83.7
Road 58.8
Mesa 58.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

landscape 98.9
art 98.5
desert 98.2
people 96
painting 94.9
mountain 94.5
no person 93.9
water 93.8
sand 93.2
wear 92.7
travel 92.2
nature 91.7
sepia 91.7
sky 91.3
hill 90.8
rock 90.6
volcano 90.3
lake 90.1
sunset 89.4
beach 88.4

Imagga
created on 2022-01-22

thatch 89.3
roof 69
protective covering 53.1
grave 46.3
covering 36.9
travel 34.5
desert 33.9
mountain 33.8
sand 32.2
landscape 32
tourism 25.6
sky 23.6
rock 23.5
ancient 22.5
stone 22
history 21.5
pyramid 18.9
clouds 18.6
mountains 18.5
vacation 18
architecture 18
pharaoh 17.8
monument 17.8
scenic 17.6
tourist 16.3
rocks 16
volcano 16
great 14.4
old 14
volcanic 13.8
archeology 13.7
sun 13.7
landmark 13.6
adventure 13.3
park 13.2
holiday 12.9
tomb 12.8
outdoors 12.7
national 12.7
knoll 12.4
summer 12.2
hill 12.2
pyramids 11.9
dune 11.9
earth 11.6
soil 11
island 11
civilization 10.8
ruins 10.7
outdoor 10.7
peak 10.6
hiking 10.6
destination 10.3
famous 10.2
dry 10.2
camel 10
stones 9.5
historical 9.4
land 9.2
peaceful 9.2
scenery 9
building 8.9
wonder 8.8
hike 8.8
canyon 8.7
valley 8.6
sea 8.6
construction 8.6
culture 8.6
orange 8.4
east 8.4
ocean 8.3
wall 8.2
sphinx 7.9
trekking 7.9
wild 7.8
tree 7.7
mystery 7.7
temple 7.6
wilderness 7.6
trip 7.6
natural 7.4
water 7.3
art 7.2

Google
created on 2022-01-22

Mountain 88.5
Slope 87.8
Sky 79.6
Adaptation 79.2
Landscape 77.3
Tints and shades 75.7
Art 72.8
Hill 70.1
History 65.6
Mountain range 62.5
Paper product 62.4
Rectangle 61.3
Soil 59.2
Visual arts 56.4
Tree 55.8
Rock 54.8
Painting 54.2
Dirt road 53.4
Photographic paper 53.3
Illustration 50.8

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-22

text 99.8
mountain 95.2
electronics 85.8
display 75
sky 73.8
old 73.6
computer 45.2
picture frame 10.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Picture frame
Tree

AWS Rekognition

Person 79.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-22

nature landscape 98.9%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-22

an old photo of a computer 48.3%
an old photo of a desert 48.2%
old photo of a computer 41.5%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-14

a city in the past, history.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a mountain scene

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This historical sepia-toned photograph depicts a mining operation in a rugged mountainous landscape, identified as being in Colorado. The central focus is on the Murphy Mining structures, including wooden buildings and machinery, situated near the base of a hill with visible mine tailings scattered across its slopes. The terrain consists of rocky ground with a dirt path leading toward the mining site, while sparse trees frame the image on the left and right edges. The remote and industrial ambiance highlights the arduous nature of mining work during the time period this photograph was taken.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image is a historical photograph depicting a mining site in a mountainous area. The photograph features the Murphy Mine, which is located in Alma, Colorado. In the foreground, there are a few wooden buildings and mining structures, typical of the late 19th to early 20th century mining facilities. The mountain behind the mine has been partially disturbed, suggesting mining activity, with visible paths and trails leading up the slope. The landscape is rugged and barren, with a few trees partially visible on either side of the image. The photograph is sepia-toned, which adds to the historical feel of the image. The words "Murphy Mine Above Alma Colorado" are handwritten at the bottom of the photograph, identifying the location and name of the mining site.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a mountainous landscape in Colorado. The photograph shows a rugged, hilly terrain with several structures, likely buildings or mining facilities, situated on the slopes. The mountains in the background are prominent and dominate the scene. The overall impression is one of a remote, harsh, and industrial environment characteristic of mining operations in the American West during the late 19th or early 20th century.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This is a historical black and white photograph showing what appears to be a mining operation on a mountainside in Colorado. The image shows several small structures or buildings scattered along the rocky, barren slope of the mountain. There's what looks like a mine entrance or processing facility with some wooden structures. The terrain is quite rugged and steep, typical of Colorado mining regions. Winding paths or roads can be seen traversing the mountainside. The photo has a sepia-like quality common to early photography, and appears to document one of the many mining operations that were prevalent in Colorado's history. The mountain peaks rise prominently in the background, and there appears to be some vegetation, possibly pine trees, visible at the edges of the frame.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a sepia-toned photograph of a mountainous landscape with a small building and a mine shaft in the foreground. The photograph is taken from a distance, showing the mountain's slope and the surrounding terrain.

  • The mountain is covered in dirt and rocks, with some trees visible on the right side of the image.
  • In the foreground, there is a small building with a chimney, likely a mine office or residence.
  • To the left of the building, there is a mine shaft, which appears to be an entrance to an underground mine.
  • The sky above the mountain is clear, suggesting a sunny day.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of ruggedness and industry, with the mine and its infrastructure dominating the landscape.

The image provides a glimpse into the mining industry in Colorado during the late 19th or early 20th century, highlighting the harsh conditions and challenging work environment faced by miners.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

This image is a vintage black and white photograph of a mountainous landscape, with a prominent mine structure in the foreground. The mine features a large, cylindrical building with a tall chimney or smokestack, accompanied by several smaller structures and what appears to be a railroad track leading up to the mine. In the background, a rugged mountain range stretches across the horizon, with a clear sky above.

The photograph has been annotated with handwritten text at the bottom, which reads "Colorado" in blue ink. Additionally, there is some illegible white text above the word "Colorado," although it is difficult to decipher due to its faintness. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of industry and activity, with the mine being a central focus of the scene.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a vintage photograph with a sepia filter, depicting a mining site in Colorado. The photograph shows a mountainous terrain with a mining operation in the foreground. There is a mining shaft or structure in the center, surrounded by rocky ground and sparse vegetation. A small building or structure is visible near the mining shaft, possibly used for processing or storage. The mountains in the background are rugged and appear to be covered in vegetation. The photograph has a sepia tone and a vintage feel, suggesting it was taken in the early 20th century.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image shows a vintage photograph of a mountain with a mining site. The mountain has a sloped surface with a few trees on the left side. There is a mining site with several structures, including a tall pole and a small building. The mining site is surrounded by a dirt road that leads to the mountain. The image has a watermark with the text "Colorado" at the bottom.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a vintage sepia-toned photograph depicting a landscape with a mountainous terrain and signs of industrial activity, likely a mining operation. The photograph seems to be taken in the 19th century.

Specific Elements:

  • Landscape: A prominent feature is a large, rocky mountain that dominates the center and background. The mountain has exposed rock and appears rugged. The terrain in the foreground is somewhat barren and suggests a dry environment.
  • Industrial Activity: Various structures, likely associated with mining, are visible on the mountainside and at the base. This includes what looks like a mining complex with buildings, shafts, and perhaps equipment.
  • Vegetation: Sparse vegetation is present, mainly in the form of small plants on the ground, and some trees on the sides of the mountains.
  • Light and Tone: The sepia tone suggests the age of the photograph, and the lighting is natural, with a soft overall effect.
  • Text: At the bottom, there is text: "NO. 45. MRPA. M.N. ABOU. INSEL. IN. ARS.. RR. Colorado"

Overall Mood:

The photograph gives a sense of the industriousness of the era, set against the backdrop of a rugged, natural environment.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The sepia-toned photograph captures a mining operation in Colorado, set against a backdrop of a rugged, mountainous landscape. The sky is bright, almost washed out, lending an old-fashioned feel to the image.

In the foreground, a winding dirt path leads up to the base of the mountain, inviting the viewer into the scene. The lower slopes are covered with rough, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Further up the mountain, a series of wooden structures and machinery associated with the mining operation are visible. A tall wooden tower, likely part of the mining equipment, stands prominently. Buildings and platforms are connected by wooden walkways, indicating a complex system for extracting and processing minerals.

The mountain itself is steep and appears barren, with evidence of excavation and alteration due to mining activity. The exposed rock and dirt create a sense of harshness and industrial exploitation of the landscape.

On the periphery of the frame, on the left and right, are blurry forms of trees, suggesting a limited but present natural environment.

At the bottom of the image, faint handwritten notes read "No. 45, MPPA MN", "ABOV" above "IMSEL' IN", "INARS" above "TSIMO.D.S.R.R.", and "Colorado", providing context and information about the location and possibly the subject of the photograph. The lettering is slightly obscured, adding to the aged aesthetic of the image.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a vintage black-and-white photograph depicting a mining operation in a rugged, mountainous landscape. The scene appears to be set in Colorado, as indicated by the text at the bottom of the image. The photograph shows a mining structure, likely a smelter or a processing plant, situated on a hillside. The structure is built with wooden beams and has a tall smokestack emitting smoke, suggesting active operations.

Surrounding the mining structure are barren hills with sparse vegetation, typical of a high-altitude or arid environment. The terrain is rocky and uneven, with a winding dirt path leading up to the mining facility. The overall setting suggests a remote and challenging location, characteristic of mining areas in the late 19th or early 20th century. The image captures the industrial and rugged nature of mining activities during that era.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

This is a historical photograph of a landscape in Colorado. The image appears to be sepia-toned, indicating it may be from the late 19th or early 20th century. The scene shows a rugged, rocky terrain with a small structure or mining setup in the foreground, possibly a mine or a mining camp. There is a dirt road or path leading up to the structure, and the surrounding area is barren, with sparse vegetation. In the background, there are two prominent hills or mountains, one of which has a noticeable slope or cut. The bottom of the image has handwritten text that reads "Colorado," and there is additional cursive text that seems to be a description or label of the image, but it is not entirely legible in this context. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a remote, possibly mining-related location.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

This sepia-toned photograph appears to be an old image of a mining operation in Colorado. The terrain is rugged and barren, with a prominent hill or mountain in the background. The hill shows signs of excavation, likely from mining activities. There are several structures on the hillside and at the base, possibly part of the mining infrastructure, such as conveyors, support towers, and storage facilities. The image has a vintage quality, with handwritten text at the bottom that reads "Colorado," indicating the location. The overall scene conveys a historical mining landscape.

Text analysis

Amazon

Colorado
R.K
M
RPA
SS... R.K
Not M RPA IN
IN
SS...
Not

Google

IMSE N Colorado
IMSE
N
Colorado