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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Indian temple, Singapore)

Date

February 17, 1960-February 20, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4478.5

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Indian temple, Singapore)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

February 17, 1960-February 20, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4478.5

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Architecture 99.9
Outdoors 95.7
Nature 90.7
Temple 78.6
Housing 57.8
Shelter 57.7
Monastery 57.2
Countryside 56.9
Hut 56.9
Rural 56.9
Prayer 56.6
Shrine 56.6
Tree 56.2
Spire 55.9
Tower 55.9
House 55.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

people 99
no person 98.2
monochrome 96.8
architecture 95.5
street 94.6
home 92.9
group 92.8
building 92.4
travel 92.3
old 84.9
art 84.7
outdoors 83.1
adult 82.8
two 82.2
city 81.7
wear 81.5
black and white 80.9
religion 78.7
vintage 78.6
group together 78.1

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

architecture 57.4
dome 57.4
building 50.4
roof 45.1
temple 41.5
old 27.9
protective covering 27.7
religion 26.9
travel 26.1
church 25.9
sky 24.3
history 24.2
tourism 23.9
structure 23.1
city 22.5
landmark 19.9
cathedral 19.4
ancient 19
tower 18.8
historic 18.3
culture 18
religious 17.8
monument 17.8
covering 16.9
night 16
trees 13.3
house 13
tourist 12.7
god 12.4
historical 12.2
stone 12.2
traditional 11.6
famous 11.2
palace 10.9
museum 10.7
office 10.7
faith 10.5
wall 10.5
facade 10.4
winter 10.2
tree 9.8
snow 9.8
center 9.8
worship 9.7
capital 9.5
cross 9.4
brick 9.4
town 9.3
outdoor 9.2
gold 9
university 8.9
orthodox 8.8
urban 8.7
holy 8.7
construction 8.6
liner 8.5
art 8.5
window 8.2
vacation 8.2
golden 7.7
saint 7.7
wood 7.5
vintage 7.4
symbol 7.4
light 7.4
monastery 7.2
wooden 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

outdoor 96.4
old 53.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Person
Plant

Clarifai

Tree
Flower
House

AWS Rekognition

Building 99.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

streetview architecture 98.1%
paintings art 1.6%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-31

a photograph of a black and white photo of a building with a clock tower

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

a black and white photo of a temple at night

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white negative image of an outdoor setting featuring traditional architecture, likely of South Asian or Indian origin. On the right side, there is a temple-like structure with ornate details on its dome, carvings, and pillars. The doorway is draped with a patterned cloth, flanked by small potted plants. To the left, another structure is visible, resembling a shrine or small pavilion with a tiered roof and decorative elements. Surrounding the buildings are trees, including a palm tree, contributing to an organic feel. The foliage appears stark in the negative format, and the sky is rendered dark, creating a dramatic visual effect.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image is a black and white negative photograph depicting an architectural structure, likely a small temple or shrine in an Indian architectural style. The negative effect causes the bright areas to appear dark and the dark areas to appear light. The central structure features ornate carvings and a decorated dome at the top, typical of traditional Indian temples.

To the left, there is an open, pillared gateway that resembles the entrance to a courtyard or another section of the temple complex. Flanking the gateway are trees, and there is a prominent palm tree in the left side of the image. The branches of the trees are visible, and they frame the building on the right side.

The architecture of the structure includes intricate details on the facade, with sculptures or decorations visible on the dome and along the edges of the building. The contrast in the negative image highlights these details. The area also seems to be surrounded by other buildings or walls, suggesting a compound-like setting typically found in temple areas.

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 depicting an ornate, domed structure surrounded by lush vegetation and trees. The structure has intricate architectural details, including arches, columns, and decorative elements. The scene has a serene, almost mystical quality, with the dark background and the interplay of light and shadow creating a dramatic atmosphere. The image seems to capture a tranquil, secluded location, perhaps a temple or a religious site nestled within a tropical or subtropical environment.

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

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a Buddhist or Hindu temple architecture. The image shows an ornate multi-tiered structure with traditional Asian architectural elements, including decorative spires and stepped levels. There are palm fronds visible in the frame, suggesting this may be in a tropical or subtropical location. The temple has intricate details and carvings, with distinct architectural features characteristic of South or Southeast Asian religious buildings. The photograph appears to be a historical image, and according to the credit line, it belongs to the Harvard University Art Museums collection.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a building with a dome and a tree in front of it. The building has a large dome on top, and there are several trees and plants around it. The building appears to be made of stone or brick, and it has a decorative roof. There is a sign in front of the building that is not legible.

  • The building is likely a temple or a religious structure, given its architectural style and the presence of a dome.
  • The tree in front of the building adds a sense of serenity and tranquility to the scene.
  • The sign in front of the building may indicate the name or purpose of the structure, but it is not clear what it says.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and calmness, suggesting that the building is a place of worship or contemplation.

The image is a serene and peaceful depiction of a building with a dome, surrounded by trees and plants. The building's architectural style and the presence of a sign suggest that it may be a temple or religious structure.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a temple, with a large tree in the foreground and a smaller building to the left. The temple has a dome-shaped roof and intricate carvings on its walls. The tree is tall and has branches that stretch out towards the temple. The smaller building to the left appears to be a shrine or a pavilion, with a flat roof and a small entrance. The background of the image is dark, suggesting that it was taken at night or in a shaded area.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is a copyright notice that reads "© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)". In the bottom-right corner, there is a number that reads "P1970.4478.0005". This suggests that the image is part of a collection of photographs held by the Harvard University Art Museums.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The black-and-white image depicts a temple with a dome-shaped roof. The temple is surrounded by trees, and the roof of the temple has intricate carvings. The temple is made of wood and stone, and the roof is supported by pillars. A large window is on the right side of the temple, and a picture frame is hanging on the wall. A few potted plants are placed on the ground.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a temple. The temple is situated in a lush, green area, surrounded by trees and plants. The temple has a dome-shaped roof with intricate carvings on it. The entrance to the temple is flanked by two pillars, and there is a small window on the side. The temple's walls are adorned with decorative elements, including a clock and a statue. The image also includes a watermark in the bottom right corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-05

The image is a black and white photographic negative that depicts a landscape featuring a traditional Hindu temple complex. The temple, located on the right side of the frame, is intricately designed with multiple layers and a domed top, adorned with ornate details. The dark tonal inversion highlights the temple's form and accentuates its architectural features.

To the left of the temple, the scene is partially obscured by dense foliage, including a palm tree with prominent fronds and various deciduous trees with abundant leaves. These trees add depth and texture to the composition, creating a sense of enclosure and natural growth around the temple. A smaller, tiered structure with arched openings is visible amidst the vegetation, suggesting a pavilion or shrine within the temple grounds.

The overall composition creates a scene of cultural and architectural significance, highlighting the unique aspects of the temple while embedding it within a surrounding natural environment. The negative tonal quality gives the image a stark contrast, emphasizing the textures and shapes of the temple and foliage.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-05

Here is a description of the image:

The image presents a complex architectural scene in a monochrome negative style, suggesting a photograph taken in a tropical environment. The composition features several distinct elements:

  • Central Temple Structure: A substantial, ornately decorated structure dominates the right side of the image. It appears to be a temple or a similar religious building, characterized by a domed roof, intricate carvings, and a large entrance.

  • Secondary Structures: To the left of the central building, there's another, smaller structure with a tiered roof and a more simple design.

  • Vegetation: Lush foliage, including palm trees, various broad-leafed trees, and smaller plants, is scattered throughout the scene. They partly obscure the buildings, adding depth and suggesting a natural setting.

  • Overall Tone: The dark tone of the image, which is likely an effect of negative processing, accentuates the details of the architecture while creating a mysterious atmosphere.

  • Lighting: The negative effect produces highlights, which is why the darker shaded areas are the more "positive" shapes.

  • Additional elements: The photo has a title with a text in the top left and bottom right corners.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a traditional temple structure, likely from South or Southeast Asia. The temple features a prominent, ornate tower with intricate carvings and architectural details. The tower is multi-tiered and has a dome-like top, characteristic of Hindu temple architecture.

In front of the temple, there is a set of stone steps leading up to the entrance, flanked by trees and vegetation. To the left of the temple, there is another structure with a thatched roof, possibly a smaller shrine or an ancillary building. The scene is framed by various types of foliage, including palm trees and other tropical plants, suggesting a lush, verdant environment.

The photograph captures the serene and sacred atmosphere of the temple complex, highlighting the harmony between the architectural elements and the natural surroundings. The image is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College, indicating it might be part of an academic or cultural archive.

Qwen

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a traditional temple at night. The temple features a multi-tiered, ornate roof with intricate carvings and a spire on top. The structure is illuminated, making the details of the architecture stand out against the dark background. There are trees with hanging branches in the foreground, which partially obscure the temple. A smaller, simpler structure is visible in the left foreground. The temple has a dark doorway, and on the right side, there is a decorated cloth or tapestry with a face-like design. The photo captures the serene and sacred ambiance of the temple at night.

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

This black and white nighttime photograph showcases a traditional structure, likely an Indian temple or cultural building, adorned with intricate architectural details. The main focus is on a multi-tiered, ornate roof with a dome-like feature at the top, which is characteristic of Dravidian-style architecture. The building is flanked by trees, including a prominent palm tree on the left, and is illuminated by artificial lighting that highlights its detailed stonework. In the foreground, there is a decorative element resembling a small altar or shrine, and a piece of artwork or tapestry hanging on the wall. The overall atmosphere is serene and culturally rich, capturing the essence of traditional Indian art and architecture.

Text analysis

Amazon

College
and
Art
Fellows
(Harvard
of
Museums)
Harvard
President
University
© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)
P1970.4478.0005
©

Google

© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) P1970.4478.0005
©
President
and
Fellows
of
Harvard
College
(
University
Art
Museums
)
P1970.4478.0005