Human Generated Data

Title

Bauhaus Building, Dessau, 1925-1926: View from north during construction

Date

c. 1926

People

Artist: Photothek, German active 1925 - 1926

Architect: Walter Gropius, German 1883 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Ise Gropius, BRGA.20.62

Human Generated Data

Title

Bauhaus Building, Dessau, 1925-1926: View from north during construction

People

Artist: Photothek, German active 1925 - 1926

Architect: Walter Gropius, German 1883 - 1969

Date

c. 1926

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Ise Gropius, BRGA.20.62

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-21

Office Building 100
Building 100
Animal 78.9
Architecture 77
Urban 64.3
Human 62.7
Housing 60.6
Grass 58.8
Plant 58.8
Shelter 58.4
Nature 58.4
Outdoors 58.4
Countryside 58.4
Rural 58.4
Convention Center 57.9
Condo 57.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

monochrome 99.3
building 98.5
no person 98.3
home 98.2
architecture 98.2
people 96.5
street 95.8
window 95.6
museum 95.5
black and white 95.2
light 93.8
headquarters 93.6
house 93.6
government 89.4
office 88.4
mono 87.6
expression 84
group 83.8
construction 83.6
glass items 83.1

Imagga
created on 2022-05-21

building 91.3
structure 73.2
greenhouse 42.4
architecture 41.2
school 37.8
city 26.6
sky 25.5
wall 23.9
glass 19.5
window 18.8
house 18.4
urban 18.4
university 17.1
construction 16.3
modern 16.1
buildings 16.1
office 15.8
business 15.8
old 14.6
trees 14.2
exterior 13.8
tree 13.1
center 12.7
clouds 12.7
tower 12.5
windows 12.5
bridge 11.2
industry 11.1
facade 11.1
garage 10.6
travel 10.6
landscape 10.4
steel 9.9
farm 9.8
reflection 9.8
new 9.7
rural 9.7
brick 9.7
downtown 9.6
grass 9.5
place 9.3
transportation 9
home 8.8
light 8.7
mirror 8.6
design 8.4
town 8.4
barrier 8.2
agriculture 7.9
day 7.9
cloud 7.8
sunny 7.8
factory 7.7
warehouse 7.6
tall 7.5
commercial 7.5
company 7.4
historic 7.3
industrial 7.3
barn 7.3
river 7.1
skyscraper 7

Google
created on 2022-05-21

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-21

outdoor 98.1
black and white 97
skyscraper 92.2
building 91.7
architecture 87.9
sky 86.9
monochrome 74
white 67.6
old 46.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Person

Clarifai

Building
Tree
Window

AWS Rekognition

Bird 78.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 61.9%

Clarifai

Building 85.3%

Clarifai

Building 54.4%

Clarifai

Building 39.2%

Clarifai

Tree 77.6%

Clarifai

Window 61.2%

Clarifai

Window 55.7%

Clarifai

Window 54%

Clarifai

Window 47.8%

Clarifai

Window 42.7%

Clarifai

Window 40.9%

Clarifai

Window 37.1%

Clarifai

Window 36.9%

Clarifai

Window 34.2%

Clarifai

Window 34.1%

Clarifai

Window 33.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-05-21

streetview architecture 99.8%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

an old black and white photo of a building under construction

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

a photograph of a building with a large glass window and a tree in the background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of an architectural building that reflects the modernist design principles of the early 20th century. The structure features a large facade made of rectangular glass panels supported by a grid-like steel or metal frame, creating a sleek, geometric appearance. The lower level has smaller window openings, and the upper sections of the building emphasize transparency and openness. The simple and clean lines are characteristic of functionalist architecture.

There appears to be ongoing construction or landscaping in the foreground, with piles of dirt, scattered construction materials, and bare, undeveloped ground surrounding the building. A few figures and sparse trees are visible near the edge of the frame. The absence of detailed decoration reinforces the utilitarian style of the design.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts a modern building under construction, characterized by a prominent glass facade. Its architectural style is consistent with early 20th-century modernist design, featuring clean lines, large windows, and an overall geometric structure. The ground in front of the building appears to be unfinished, displaying dirt and some construction debris, suggesting ongoing development or landscaping work. In the foreground, a few people are visible, potentially workers or inspectors on-site. The scene is set on an overcast day, lending a neutral tone to the photograph. A leafless tree is visible on the right side of the image, and additional structures can be seen in the distance, contributing to the impression of an urban environment.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a large, modern-looking building with a glass and steel facade. The building appears to be in the process of construction, with construction materials and equipment visible in the foreground. The building has a distinctive grid-like pattern of windows and glass panels, giving it a sleek and architectural design. The surrounding area is an open, grassy field, suggesting this is a newly developed or expanding part of the city. The image has a black and white, vintage aesthetic, indicating it is an older photograph.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The black and white image shows a large, multi-story modernist building under construction. The building has a rectangular shape with glass windows covering most of the facade. Scaffolding and construction materials can be seen in the foreground, indicating the building is still being worked on. The site appears to be in an urban area, with some other buildings visible in the background. There are no people or activity shown in this particular view of the construction site.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-10

This is a black and white photograph of the Bauhaus building in Dessau, Germany, which was designed by Walter Gropius and completed in 1926. It's a prime example of modernist architecture, featuring clean lines, large glass curtain walls, and a distinctive geometric design. The building shows the characteristic Bauhaus style with its functional aesthetic, combining industrial materials like steel and glass with concrete. The image appears to be taken during or shortly after construction, as the grounds around the building are still rough and unlandscaped. The structure has a striking horizontal emphasis with large window panels creating a grid-like pattern across its facade. A projecting horizontal canopy extends from the building, creating a dramatic architectural element. The photograph is taken from an angle that emphasizes the building's revolutionary modern design, which would go on to influence architecture throughout the 20th century.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image depicts a large, multi-story building under construction. The building is primarily composed of glass and white concrete, with a flat roof. The left side of the building has three visible floors, while the right side has four floors. The building's facade is covered in numerous windows, which reflect the surrounding environment.

In front of the building, a dirt area is visible, with some construction materials scattered about. A tree stands to the right of the building, its branches bare and devoid of leaves. The sky above appears overcast, casting a somber tone over the scene.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that the building is still in the process of being constructed, with workers likely present on site. The use of glass and concrete gives the building a modern and sleek appearance, while the dirt and construction materials in the foreground hint at the ongoing work.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large, modernist building under construction. The building features a rectangular shape with a flat roof and a prominent glass facade on the front side. The glass walls are composed of numerous small panes, arranged in a grid pattern.

In the foreground, a dirt field with scattered debris and construction materials is visible. A tree with bare branches stands to the right of the image. The sky above appears overcast. The overall atmosphere suggests that the photo was taken during the early stages of the building's construction, likely in the mid-20th century.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features a monochromatic photograph of a building under construction. The building is modern in design, with a sleek, rectangular shape and large, grid-patterned windows that cover most of the facade. The windows reflect the sky and surrounding environment, giving a sense of depth and transparency. The ground in front of the building is covered with dirt and debris, indicating ongoing construction work. There are several construction materials and equipment scattered around the site. A person is visible in the foreground, possibly a worker, standing near a pile of materials. The photograph captures a moment of transition, with the building's modern architecture standing out against the unfinished surroundings.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large building with many windows. The building is made of glass and has a modern design. It is surrounded by dirt and debris, indicating that it is under construction. There is a person standing in front of the building, possibly a worker or an observer. The building's location is not specified, but it could be in a city or a suburban area. The image captures a moment in time during the construction of the building, highlighting the progress made so far and the challenges that remain.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-03

Here's a description of the image:

The black and white image depicts a large, modern building, characterized by its extensive use of glass and geometric design, in an architectural style commonly associated with the Bauhaus movement.

The building is primarily composed of a large, rectangular glass facade divided into a grid-like pattern by a network of vertical and horizontal supports. This creates a visually striking effect, as the interior structure and activity within the building are somewhat visible through the glass. A white, rectangular base supports the glass structure, raised above the ground level and punctuated by regularly spaced windows. To the left of the main glass structure, there is an attached section with a more conventional facade featuring smaller windows and a simpler design.

The building sits on what appears to be a construction site or an undeveloped piece of land. The ground is uneven and bare, with some piles of materials and evidence of recent excavation. This suggests that the building is either newly constructed or is undergoing some form of renovation.

To the right of the building, a large, leafless tree is present, its branches stark against the sky. This adds a touch of natural element to the otherwise highly structured and man-made environment.

The overall impression is one of modernism and functionality. The building's design emphasizes light, transparency, and simplicity, reflecting the core principles of the Bauhaus school. The contrast between the building's clean lines and the rough, unfinished ground around it creates a sense of dynamic tension.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-03

The image shows the iconic Bauhaus Dessau school building, captured in a vintage black and white photograph, most likely during its construction. The architecture is a striking example of the modernist style, with its clean lines, geometric forms, and extensive use of glass.

Here's a more detailed description:

  • Exterior: The building's facade is dominated by large, grid-like expanses of glass windows, offering a glimpse into the interior spaces. The structure exhibits a horizontal emphasis, with flat roofs and a minimalist aesthetic. The base of the building features a series of smaller windows.
  • Construction Site: The foreground shows the unfinished nature of the surroundings. The ground is unpaved, with visible dirt, debris, and what appears to be construction materials, suggesting the building is newly constructed or still undergoing final touches.
  • Trees: A tree with bare branches frames the right side of the image, adding a contrast between the natural and the artificial environments.
  • Composition: The photograph uses a frontal perspective that highlights the building's geometric purity. The overcast sky contributes to the overall monochrome effect, creating a strong contrast between the light and the shadows on the building.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a modernist building under construction. The structure features a predominantly rectangular design with a flat roof and extensive use of glass, creating a grid-like pattern on the facade. The building has multiple floors, and the upper levels are characterized by large, vertical windows. The ground floor has a more solid appearance with smaller windows and a white exterior finish.

In the foreground, there is a construction site with uneven ground, indicating ongoing work. Various construction materials and debris are scattered around, and there appears to be a person standing near the building, possibly a worker. The area surrounding the building seems to be in the early stages of development, with bare soil and minimal landscaping.

To the left, another part of the building or an adjacent structure is visible, suggesting that this might be part of a larger complex. The overall architectural style suggests a mid-20th century modernist approach, emphasizing simplicity, functionality, and the use of industrial materials.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This is a black-and-white photograph of a modernist-style building with a prominent glass facade. The structure appears to be multi-storied, with large windows that cover most of its frontage, creating a grid-like pattern that dominates the architectural design. The building has a flat roof and a symmetrical appearance, with the facade featuring a horizontal band of windows and a lower level with a different texture and fewer windows. The ground in front of the building is barren and appears to be a construction or landscaping site, with dirt and some debris visible, suggesting that the building might still be under construction or recently completed. The absence of people and vehicles in the image gives it a stark, almost solitary feel. There is a notable absence of extensive landscaping, which could imply that the area around the building is not yet fully developed. The overall impression is of a structure that is both functional and contemporary in design.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

This black-and-white photograph features a striking example of modernist architecture. The building is characterized by a large, cubic structure with expansive glass facades, comprising numerous rectangular windows that create a grid-like pattern. The lower portion of the building has a more solid, less transparent design, with smaller windows and a more opaque appearance. The ground level is surrounded by a dirt area, suggesting the building is either under construction or recently completed, with construction materials and debris scattered around. Bare trees are visible in the foreground on the right, indicating the photo was likely taken during a colder season. The overall aesthetic of the building is minimalist and functional, with clean lines and a focus on geometric forms.