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Human Generated Data

Title

Chicago 29

Date

1952

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the artist, 2.2002.1097

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Human Generated Data

Title

Chicago 29

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Date

1952

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the artist, 2.2002.1097

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Human 89.9
Brick 78.6
Wall 66
Animal 64.2

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

texture 99.1
abstract 99
wall 98.6
old 98.4
rust 98.2
vintage 97.5
desktop 97.4
art 97.3
monochrome 96.7
sooty 96.3
pattern 96.1
iron 95.4
door 95
surface 94.8
urban 93.6
rusty 92.4
steel 92.4
street 92.4
decay 91.9
picture frame 91.1

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

crater 57.8
natural depression 45.6
texture 36.8
geological formation 34.2
old 31.3
mixer 31.3
pattern 30.7
electronic equipment 29.5
surface 29.1
wall 23.1
equipment 22.9
grunge 22.1
textured 21.9
metal 21.7
dirty 21.7
close 18.8
rough 17.3
backdrop 17.3
material 17
wood 16.7
frame 15.8
vintage 15.7
rusty 15.2
closeup 14.8
detail 14.5
wet 14.3
weathered 14.2
brown 14
antique 13.8
design 13.5
damaged 13.3
water 13.3
wooden 13.2
metallic 12.9
aged 12.7
grungy 12.3
color 12.2
steel 11.5
wallpaper 11.5
rain 11.3
iron 11.2
stone 11
industrial 10.9
drop 10.9
rust 10.6
drops 10.4
industry 10.2
doormat 10
retro 9.8
structure 9.8
black 9.6
obsolete 9.6
worn 9.5
device 9.5
cold 9.5
brick 9.4
light 9.3
blade 9.2
board 9
backgrounds 8.9
ancient 8.6
rustic 8.6
empty 8.6
plate 8.5
horizontal 8.4
clean 8.3
building 8
mat 7.9
scratched 7.8
architecture 7.8
art 7.8
crack 7.7
panel 7.7
hard 7.6
hole 7.5
style 7.4
natural 7.4
paint 7.2

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 97.9
drawing 94.4
black and white 87.2
sketch 77.3
monochrome 76.8
painting 75.3
abstract 75.1
water 72.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Bird

Clarifai

Animal
Human face
Nail

AWS Rekognition

Person 89.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

pets animals 77.9%
paintings art 10.2%
nature landscape 5.8%
beaches seaside 1.8%
streetview architecture 1.5%

Captions

Clarifai

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

the black and white photograph of the car.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a black and white photograph of a black and white photograph of a man in a

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-18

The image is an abstract, monochromatic piece primarily rendered in black and white tones. The focus appears to be on textural elements and contrasts. A large "E"-shaped form dominates the composition, rendered in an uneven, textured manner. Various circular or organic blotches and markings surround the central structure, giving the image a rugged and weathered feel. The background features horizontally streaked patterns, adding depth and movement to the piece. The overall aesthetic feels industrial and raw, with elements that evoke decay or erosion.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-18

The image is an abstract artwork that predominantly features a monochromatic palette of black and white. The composition consists of a large, central, stylized letter "T" that appears to be embossed or raised above the surface. The texture of the letter, as well as the surrounding area, suggests the use of a mixed media technique, potentially including methods like etching or printing. The background and surrounding regions are composed of horizontal bands or stripes that alternate between darker and lighter shades, creating a sense of depth and movement. There are several irregular, organic shapes and splotches scattered throughout the image, adding to its dynamic and fluid appearance. The textures and forms give the piece an industrial, weathered look, evoking a sense of decay or erosion.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

This image appears to be an abstract black and white photograph or print. It depicts a textured, organic-looking surface with various shapes and forms that resemble natural elements like rocks, clouds, or geological formations. The image has a moody, atmospheric quality, with a sense of depth and contrast created through the interplay of light and shadow. The overall composition has an abstract, almost surreal quality, inviting the viewer to interpret the shapes and textures in their own way.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This is a black and white abstract image that appears to show a textured, weathered surface. The image has a dark, moody quality with various black splotches and marks scattered across a lighter gray background. It resembles a damaged or deteriorated surface, perhaps metal or concrete, with what looks like water damage, rust, or chemical staining creating organic-looking patterns. The contrast between the dark and light areas creates an atmospheric, almost lunar-like landscape quality. The texture appears rough and uneven, with some areas showing scratches or linear marks across the surface.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black and white abstract piece, characterized by a mix of dark and light tones. The dominant feature is a textured surface with various shapes, including circles, lines, and irregular forms. The overall effect is one of contrast and depth, with the darker areas appearing more prominent against the lighter background. The abstract nature of the piece suggests a focus on form and texture over representational content.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a striking black-and-white abstract artwork, characterized by its textured and layered composition. The dominant feature is a large, rectangular shape with rounded corners, situated centrally within the frame. This shape is overlaid with various other forms, including circles, ovals, and irregular shapes, which appear to be randomly scattered across the surface.

The artwork's background is a mottled mix of dark and light grays, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. The overall effect is one of dynamic energy and movement, as if the shapes are in a state of flux or transformation.

The image's style is reminiscent of abstract expressionism, with its emphasis on gesture, texture, and emotional intensity. The use of bold, geometric forms and vibrant colors creates a sense of tension and drama, drawing the viewer's eye into the heart of the composition.

Overall, the image is a powerful example of abstract art, inviting the viewer to engage with its complex patterns and textures on a deeply emotional level.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a monochromatic photograph of a metal surface, possibly a part of an old machine or vehicle. The surface is heavily corroded and rusted, with numerous holes and pits. The texture is rough and uneven, with some areas appearing smoother than others. The image is framed in a square format, with a white border around the edges. The overall effect is one of decay and neglect, with the metal surface appearing worn and damaged.

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

The image is a monochromatic artwork that is mostly black and white. The artwork has various shapes and lines that are somewhat abstract. There are some circular shapes that are filled in black, while others are left blank. The lines are somewhat rough and uneven, giving the artwork a somewhat chaotic look. The artwork seems to be a piece of art that is meant to be interpreted in different ways by the viewer.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

The image is a black and white abstract composition. It features an uneven and distressed texture, with a strong contrast between dark and light areas. In the center, a vaguely discernible "T" shape emerges from the texture, but its edges are indistinct and blurred, suggesting a sense of incompleteness or decay.

Scattered throughout the image are various irregular shapes and blobs, some of which appear raised or three-dimensional due to the light and shadow play. These elements further contribute to the overall abstract nature of the composition, creating a sense of depth and visual interest. The texture gives the impression of a weathered surface, possibly metal or stone, that has been subjected to erosion or damage.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white abstract composition. It appears to be a textured surface, possibly created through an etching or printmaking process. The composition is characterized by a play of light and shadow, with varying degrees of depth and surface detail.

Key Features:

  • Dominant Shapes: There is a large, stylized "T" shape centrally located, with what appears to be a "3" shape below it.
  • Texture and Mark-Making: The image is filled with a variety of textures, including rough, crater-like formations, linear stripes, and areas that look etched or scraped. The textures create a sense of depth and visual interest.
  • Tonal Range: The image utilizes a full range of tones, from deep blacks to lighter grays and whites. This contrast enhances the three-dimensional quality of the textures.
  • Abstract Quality: The image is non-representational. It doesn't depict any specific objects or scenes. It focuses on the visual properties of texture, form, and light.
  • Horizontal Stripes: There are horizontal stripes visible throughout the image which may be a result of a specific printing technique.
  • Additional Details: Some shapes that resemble a variety of organic shapes.

Overall, the image presents a captivating abstract composition that focuses on the interplay of textures and light and shadow.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a close-up, black-and-white photograph of a highly textured surface. The texture is irregular and rough, featuring a variety of shapes and patterns. There are several dark, circular or oval spots scattered across the image, which might be holes, depressions, or areas of different material. The surface also shows lines and cracks, giving it a weathered and aged appearance. The overall effect is abstract and could be interpreted in various ways, such as an artistic representation or a detailed view of a natural or man-made object. The monochromatic tones enhance the contrast and depth of the textures.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

The image appears to be a close-up photograph of a textured, metallic surface, possibly rusted metal. The surface is dark with various shades of gray and black, indicating possible wear, corrosion, or oxidation. There are irregular, irregularly shaped depressions and protrusions scattered across the surface, some of which appear to have etched marks or lines. The overall texture suggests age and exposure to the elements, giving the image a rugged and industrial aesthetic.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting a highly textured and weathered surface. The surface appears to be metallic, possibly a piece of industrial equipment or machinery. The texture is characterized by various irregularities, including raised areas, scratches, and what appear to be rust or corrosion patterns. The lighting creates strong contrasts, emphasizing the rough and uneven nature of the surface. The overall appearance suggests age and exposure to the elements. There are also some circular shapes and lines that could indicate bolts, rivets, or other mechanical features. The image has a gritty, industrial aesthetic.