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Human Generated Data

Title

Defectives, Insane: United States. Massachusetts. Medfield. Insane Hospital: Medfield Insane Asylum

Date

c. 1903

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.558

Human Generated Data

Title

Defectives, Insane: United States. Massachusetts. Medfield. Insane Hospital: Medfield Insane Asylum

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

c. 1903

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.558

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-05

Flooring 96.1
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Wood 86
Indoors 80.8
Door 79.2
Building 74.7
Housing 70.7
Chair 70
Room 68.2
Advertisement 58.6
Collage 58.6

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-05

indoors 98
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Imagga
created on 2019-06-05

case 89.6
furniture 59.5
cabinet 53
china cabinet 34.9
interior 34.5
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window 30.5
shelf 28.8
home 27.9
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Google
created on 2019-06-05

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-05

indoor 94.5
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house 67.5
furniture 63.7
building 59.8
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Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Poster

Clarifai

Table
Picture frame
Furniture
Window
Person

AWS Rekognition

Poster 51.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-06-05

interior objects 59.9%
paintings art 39.3%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a series of photographs of a living room

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-05

a black and white photograph of a large room with many different pictures

OpenAI GPT

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

This image is a sepia-toned photographic collage showcasing interior views of various parts of the Medfield Insane Asylum, an institution likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. The photograph is labeled with the asylum's name prominently at the top.

The collage contains six photographs arranged in two rows:

  1. Top Row:

    • Day room in D1: Shows a large, spacious room with simple wooden furniture, chairs along the walls, rugs on the polished wooden floor. Sunlight streams through many windows, providing a bright and open environment.
    • Day room in B1: Similar to the previous room, with tables, chairs, and minimal decorations. It's slightly smaller in appearance but similarly arranged.
  2. Middle Row:

    • Corridor first floor Nurses' Home: A long hallway with polished wood floors, columns, and doors leading to additional rooms. Decor includes rocking chairs and simple furniture, creating an orderly yet home-like atmosphere.
    • Nurses' Sitting Room: Cozy sitting area adorned with armchairs, a fireplace, framed pictures, a rug, and large windows. It feels more decorated and comfortable than the day rooms or dormitories.
  3. Bottom Row:

    • Dormitories in B1: A clean, clinical room with rows of identical metal-framed beds spaced evenly. It is simple, functional, and tidy.
    • Women's Hospital: Similar to the dormitories but slightly larger, featuring a central fireplace and high, open ceilings with visible beams. Beds are arranged neatly alongside large windows that let in light.

The overall aesthetic of the collage emphasizes cleanliness and order, reflecting the institutional style of care facilities from the era. Each section showcases distinct areas of the asylum designed for specific purposes: recreational spaces, living quarters for caretakers, and patient accommodations.

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

The image is an old photograph or collection of photographs showcasing different interior views of the Medfield Insane Asylum. The photos are arranged in a grid layout on a single page, with the title "Medfield Insane Asylum" prominently displayed at the top.

  1. Top Left: The photo depicts a "Day room in D1. Four buildings of this type." The room is spacious with several chairs and tables arranged around the area. It has large windows and various interior lights suggest a calm atmosphere.

  2. Top Right: This is another "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type," with a similar layout to the previous image but slightly different in decoration. There are chairs and tables dispersed throughout the space, along with framed pictures on the wall.

  3. Middle Left: The image showcases a "Corridor first floor Nurser's Home," featuring a long hallway lined with columns. Armchairs are arranged along the sides of the corridor, suggesting a comfortable setting.

  4. Middle Right: This shows the "Nurse's sitting room, Nurse's Home." The room is furnished with several wicker chairs and tables, and it seems to have a fireplace, giving it a cozy feel. It's decorated with rugs and framed artworks on the walls.

  5. Bottom Left: This photograph depicts "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type." The room contains several neatly arranged beds, indicating a typical dormitory setup.

  6. Bottom Right: The image showcases the "Women's Hospital," which also features a row of beds similar to the dormitory setup. It appears to have a central fireplace or heating structure and large windows allow natural light to fill the room.

Overall, the collection of images captures the interior architecture and atmosphere of an asylum from a historical period, with an emphasis on the arrangement and furnishing of spaces intended for patient use and staff accommodations.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a collection of photographs depicting various rooms and spaces within the Medfield Insane Asylum. The photographs show different areas of the asylum, including a day room, a corridor, dormitories, a nurses' sitting room, and a women's hospital ward. The images provide a glimpse into the institutional setting and architecture of this type of facility from that time period.

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

This is a historical photo collection showing six different interior views of the Medfield Insane Asylum. The images appear to be from the late 19th or early 20th century and show various rooms within the facility:

  1. Top left: A day room in building D1, showing a long room with wooden floors, chairs, and tables
  2. Top right: Another day room in building B1, similarly furnished
  3. Middle left: A corridor on the first floor of the Nurses' Home, featuring elegant columns and rocking chairs
  4. Middle right: The nurses' sitting room, which appears more comfortable with cushioned chairs and a fireplace
  5. Bottom left: Dormitories in B1, showing a row of beds in a ward-style arrangement
  6. Bottom right: The Women's Hospital ward, showing two rows of beds with exposed ceiling beams and a central brick chimney

All rooms appear to be well-lit, clean, and orderly, with hardwood floors throughout. The photographs seem to be part of an institutional documentation or record-keeping effort, showing the various facilities and accommodations available at the asylum.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a page from an old book or document, featuring six black-and-white photographs of the Medfield Insane Asylum. The title "MEDFIELD INSANE ASYLUM" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.

The photographs are arranged in two columns of three, each with a caption describing the room or area depicted. The captions read:

  • "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type."
  • "Corridor, first floor. Nurses' Home."
  • "Nurses' sitting room. Nurses' Home."
  • "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type."
  • "Women's Hospital."

The photographs show various rooms and areas within the asylum, including day rooms, corridors, sitting rooms, dormitories, and a women's hospital. The rooms are furnished with beds, chairs, tables, and other furniture, and some have fireplaces or other architectural features.

The background of the page is a light beige color, with a slight yellowing or aging effect visible around the edges. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of nostalgia and historical significance, providing a glimpse into the past of the Medfield Insane Asylum.

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

This image presents a page from an album or scrapbook, featuring six black-and-white photographs of various rooms within the Medfield Insane Asylum. The title "MEDFIELD INSANE ASYLUM" is prominently displayed at the top of the page in bold black text.

The photographs are arranged in two columns of three images each, showcasing different areas of the asylum. The top-left image depicts a day room, while the top-right image shows another day room. The middle-left image features a corridor on the first floor of the Nurses' Home, and the middle-right image displays a nurses' sitting room. The bottom-left image shows dormitories in Building 1, and the bottom-right image presents the Women's Hospital.

Each photograph is accompanied by a caption written in black ink, providing context and information about the depicted scene. The page itself appears to be aged, with a yellowed tone and worn edges, suggesting that it may be a vintage or historical document. Overall, this image offers a glimpse into the layout and facilities of the Medfield Insane Asylum, providing insight into the lives of its residents and staff.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a collage of six black-and-white photographs of the interior of the Medfield Insane Asylum, a historical institution for the mentally ill. The photographs show different rooms and areas of the asylum, including day rooms, nurses' sitting rooms, corridors, and dormitories. The photographs are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with each photograph labeled with its corresponding room type and building number. The overall tone of the image is somber and institutional, reflecting the historical context of the asylum.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a montage of six photographs of the interior of the Medfield Insane Asylum. The photos are arranged in two rows of three, with captions underneath each one. The top row shows a day room in Building A, a day room in Building B, and a corridor on the first floor of Nurses' Home. The bottom row shows dormitories in Building B, the Women's Hospital, and another day room in Building A. The photos show various rooms and spaces within the asylum, including day rooms, dormitories, and a corridor. The rooms are furnished with chairs, tables, beds, and other furniture, and some have fireplaces and decorative elements. The captions provide information about the type and location of each room within the asylum.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

The image is a page with several black and white photographs depicting different areas within the Medfield Insane Asylum. The page is aged and appears to be from an old album or publication.

Here's a breakdown of the photos:

  • Top Left: A large day room with a fireplace and several chairs, labeled "Day room in D1. Four buildings of this type."
  • Top Right: Another day room, similar in style to the first, with a table and chairs. Labeled "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type."
  • Middle Left: A long corridor with large pillars, chairs, and what appears to be a wooden floor. Labeled "Corridor first floor Nurses' Home."
  • Middle Right: A nurses' sitting room, furnished with chairs, a table, and a fireplace. Labeled "Nurses' sitting room, Nurses' Home"
  • Bottom Left: A dormitory with several beds, a fireplace, and a wooden floor. Labeled "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type."
  • Bottom Right: The Women's Hospital, a large room with many beds lined up in rows. Labeled "Women's Hospital."

The overall impression is of a institutional setting from an earlier era. The photographs highlight the design and architecture of the asylum.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

This is a sheet of black and white photographs depicting various rooms at the Medfield Insane Asylum. Each photograph is accompanied by a brief description of the room and its location within the asylum.

The photographs showcase:

  • Top Left: "Day room in D1. Four buildings of this type." The room is spacious with wooden floors, chairs, and a table.

  • Top Right: "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type." This day room features similar furnishings and layout.

  • Middle Left: "Corridor first floor Nurses' Home." A long corridor lined with pillars and various chairs.

  • Middle Right: "Nurses' sitting room, Nurses' Home." A comfortable sitting room with a fireplace and seating arrangements.

  • Bottom Left: "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type." A dormitory with rows of beds and a fireplace.

  • Bottom Right: "Women's Hospital." A hospital ward with beds occupied by patients.

The overall impression is one of institutional design, with an emphasis on spaciousness and natural light.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a collage of six black-and-white photographs depicting various rooms and areas within the Medfield Insane Asylum. Each photograph is labeled with a description of the room or area shown. Here is a detailed summary of each photograph:

  1. Top Left:

    • Description: "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type."
    • Content: This room appears to be a communal day room with several chairs and tables. The room has large windows, allowing natural light to enter, and the walls are adorned with framed pictures.
  2. Top Right:

    • Description: "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type."
    • Content: Another day room, similar to the first, but with a slightly different layout. It also features chairs and tables, with a few decorative elements such as a potted plant and framed pictures on the walls.
  3. Middle Left:

    • Description: "Corridor first floor Nurses' Home."
    • Content: This photograph shows a long corridor with a polished wooden floor and large columns. There are chairs and benches along the walls, and the corridor appears to be well-lit with natural light from the windows.
  4. Middle Right:

    • Description: "Nurses' sitting room, Nurses' Home."
    • Content: This room is a sitting area for nurses, featuring comfortable chairs, a fireplace, and decorative elements such as framed pictures and a rug. The room has a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
  5. Bottom Left:

    • Description: "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type."
    • Content: This photograph depicts a dormitory with several beds lined up against the walls. The room has a simple and functional design, with wooden floors and large windows.
  6. Bottom Right:

    • Description: "Women's Hospital."
    • Content: This room appears to be a hospital ward specifically for women. It features rows of beds lined up against the walls, with a central aisle. The room has a high ceiling with exposed beams and large windows, allowing natural light to enter.

Overall, the images provide a glimpse into the living and communal spaces within the Medfield Insane Asylum, showcasing both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the institution's design.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to be a page from a report or a document about the Medfield Insane Asylum. It is divided into six sections, each depicting a different part of the asylum. The top row shows two images labeled "Day room in D.I. Four buildings of this type" and "Day room in B.I. Four buildings of this type." These rooms appear to be common spaces, likely for patients to engage in activities during the day.

The second row displays two images: "Corridor first floor Nurses' Home" and "Nurses' sitting room, Nurses' Home." These images show the interior of what seems to be a nurses' home, possibly a wing dedicated to the staff.

The bottom row contains two images labeled "Dormitories in B.I. Four buildings of this type" and "Women's Hospital." These images depict rows of beds, suggesting the living quarters for patients and the hospital area, respectively.

The overall appearance of the images suggests a historical context, as the style of the furniture and the architectural design of the rooms are indicative of a past era. The document likely serves to provide a visual account of the facilities and layout of the asylum at that time.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-28

This is a historical document with six black-and-white photographs of the Medfield Insane Asylum. The page is titled "MEDFIELD INSANE ASYLUM" with alphanumeric codes in the top right corner. The photos are accompanied by captions that describe the rooms shown:

  1. Top Left: "Day room in D1. Four buildings of this type." This image shows a large, empty room with wooden floors, a few chairs, and pictures on the walls.

  2. Top Right: "Day room in B1. Four buildings of this type." This image depicts another day room with wooden floors, a small table, chairs, and a fireplace.

  3. Middle Left: "Corridor first floor Nurses' Home." This image shows a corridor with wooden floors, several chairs, and columns.

  4. Middle Right: "Nurses' sitting room, Nurses' Home." This image shows a sitting room with wooden floors, a fireplace, chairs, and a table.

  5. Bottom Left: "Dormitories in B1. Four buildings of this type." This image shows a dormitory with several beds, a small table, and chairs.

  6. Bottom Right: "Women's Hospital." This image shows a large room with numerous beds arranged in rows.

The overall layout and design of the rooms suggest a focus on functionality and order, typical of institutional settings of the time. The images are sepia-toned, indicating their age and historical nature.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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