Human Generated Data

Title

Negative-Negative

Date

1989-1998

People

Artist: Michael Silver, American 1947 - 2003

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the artist, P2000.85

Human Generated Data

Title

Negative-Negative

People

Artist: Michael Silver, American 1947 - 2003

Date

1989-1998

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the artist, P2000.85

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-04-03

Person 94
Human 94
Plant 93.8
Animal 81.6
Produce 80.7
Food 80.7
Fish 65.5
Grain 61.3
Vegetable 61.3
Mammal 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2021-04-03

no person 98.2
art 97.5
painting 97
dirty 95.6
artistic 88.2
nature 87.6
abstract 85.9
indoors 85.2
fish 85.2
creativity 85
paper 84.8
old 83.2
architecture 82.2
retro 81.5
desktop 80.8
wall 80.6
rock 80.5
geology 80.1
messy 79.7
handmade 79.6

Imagga
created on 2021-04-03

food 41.8
meal 25.3
cuisine 23.9
fish 23.8
plate 23.7
dish 22.7
fresh 22.2
gourmet 22.1
seafood 20.9
restaurant 20.8
dinner 20.5
baked 19.7
invertebrate 18.6
delicious 18.2
lunch 17.8
cooking 16.6
healthy 16.4
grilled 16.2
glass 16.2
nutrition 15.9
eat 15.9
slice 15.5
meat 15.3
diet 13.7
roasted 13.4
pepper 13.3
lemon 13.2
animal 12.5
whole 12.4
cheese 12.2
drink 11.7
vegetable 11.4
water 11.3
table 11.2
mollusk 11.2
crustacean 11.1
cook 11
nutriment 10.9
kitchen 10.7
burrito 10.7
grill 10.6
roast 10.6
sea cucumber 10.5
arthropod 10.4
golden 10.3
snack 10.2
wine 10.2
eating 10.1
tasty 10
traditional 10
beverage 9.9
raw 9.8
fried 9.6
cooked 9.4
corn 9.4
sea 9.4
natural 9.4
nobody 9.3
lobster 9.1
gold 9
bivalve 8.7
fruit 8.6
bread 8.6
spiny lobster 8.5
echinoderm 8.4
oil 8.4
alcohol 8.3
ice 8.3
salad 8.2
dessert 8.1
breakfast 8.1
close 8
sweet 7.9
herb 7.7
sauce 7.7
health 7.6
culinary 7.6
dining 7.6
piece 7.6
hot 7.5
bakery 7.5
grain 7.3
yellow 7.3
holiday 7.2
spice 7.2
garlic 7.1

Google
created on 2021-04-03

Picture frame 87.5
Rectangle 87.5
Yellow 85.9
Art 83.8
Gas 77.2
Paint 77
Artifact 75.8
Painting 73.9
Visual arts 69.2
Glass 69.1
Metal 68.5
Font 66.4
Relief 66.2
Wood 64.2
Illustration 63
Watercolor paint 62.4
Still life 61.9
Room 59.9
Still life photography 59.2
Artwork 58.9

Microsoft
created on 2021-04-03

painting 86.7
text 80.8
eaten 22.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Person 94%

Categories

Imagga

food drinks 73.3%
paintings art 25.3%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a man in a black shirt and a fish on a piece of glass -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-07

This image appears to be an abstract and experimental piece of art or photography. It combines organic textures and decay alongside a faint figure, evoking a sense of deterioration or transformation.

On the left is a rough, textured object resembling a fragment of rock or rusted material. It has earthy tones of brown, orange, and yellow. Surrounding it is a hazy, liquid-like background of muted colors such as amber, gray, and taupe.

On the right side, partially visible through the background haze, is the silhouette of a person. The features are relatively obscured, but the figure appears to be wearing a light-colored shirt. Details of the face are clouded, giving the figure an enigmatic quality.

At the bottom corner, faint writing can be seen that appears to say "anatomy of solids?".

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a distorted and surreal photograph with a murky, yellow-brown tint. The picture appears as if water-damaged or decayed. It shows the faint, ghostly silhouette of a seated human figure on the right side, wearing a button-down shirt. The face of the person is obscured, adding to the eerie, mysterious vibe of the artwork.

In the center-left of the image is an indistinct, rough-textured form that could resemble a decayed or fossilized object, resembling a horn or elongated rock formation. The surrounding area has a fluid, organic appearance with swirling, abstract patterns suggestive of corrosion or flowing pigments.

Near the bottom of the image is a barely legible handwritten text that seems to say "Industry of sadness?" The overall tone and elements of the image evoke themes of degradation, memory, and the passage of time.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image appears to be an encased specimen or preserved object. It contains a dark, shadowy figure or shape that resembles a human form, as well as a large, irregularly shaped object that appears to be some kind of rock or mineral specimen. The entire scene is encased in a transparent container, giving it a preserved or scientific display-like quality. The image has a somewhat murky, aged appearance, with discoloration and imperfections visible in the container.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This appears to be a damaged or deteriorated photograph with significant yellowing and discoloration. The image shows a silhouetted figure on the right side, appearing in shadowy form. The most prominent feature is what looks like a curved or bent object with a rough, textured surface on the left side of the image. The overall composition has an aged, vintage quality with areas of chemical degradation creating an almost artistic effect through the amber and sepia tones. There appears to be some text or writing at the bottom of the image, though it's difficult to make out clearly due to the deterioration.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image is a photograph of a man and a piece of wood, with the man's face obscured. The photograph is in a frame and appears to be old and worn.

  • The photograph is in a frame.
    • The frame is white and has a yellowish tint.
    • The frame is rectangular and has a flat top and bottom.
    • The frame is slightly larger than the photograph.
  • The photograph is of a man and a piece of wood.
    • The man is sitting on the right side of the photograph.
    • The man is wearing a light-colored shirt.
    • The man's face is obscured by shadows or a filter.
    • The piece of wood is on the left side of the photograph.
    • The piece of wood is dark brown and has a rough texture.
    • The piece of wood is leaning against the wall behind it.
  • The background of the photograph is a wall.
    • The wall is light-colored and has a few dark spots.
    • The wall is slightly out of focus.
  • There are some marks on the photograph.
    • There are some yellowish stains on the photograph.
    • There are some scratches on the photograph.
    • There are some handwritten notes on the bottom left corner of the photograph.
      • The notes are in black ink and appear to be illegible.
  • The overall atmosphere of the photograph is somber and introspective.
    • The man's obscured face adds to the sense of mystery and intrigue.
    • The piece of wood adds a sense of simplicity and rustic charm.
    • The wall in the background adds a sense of depth and context to the photograph.

In summary, the image is a photograph of a man and a piece of wood, with the man's face obscured. The photograph is in a frame and appears to be old and worn. The background is a wall, and there are some marks on the photograph. The overall atmosphere of the photograph is somber and introspective.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

This image appears to be a photograph of a person, likely a man, with their face obscured by a yellowish-brown substance that resembles mold or rust. The individual is dressed in a long-sleeved shirt and has their hands clasped together in front of them.

The photograph itself is damaged, featuring tears, creases, and discoloration throughout. A handwritten note at the bottom left corner reads "1am:57" followed by an illegible word, while another illegible word is written above it. The overall condition of the photograph suggests that it may have been exposed to water or other environmental factors that have caused significant deterioration.

Amazon Nova

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

The image features a framed artwork with a distinct, somewhat abstract style. The central object in the artwork is a large, irregularly shaped piece of metal or stone, with a rough, weathered surface. The material appears to be either a fossil or a piece of rock, with a combination of yellow and brown hues. The background of the artwork is a mix of light and dark shades of gray, with some areas appearing almost transparent. The person in the artwork is depicted in a seated position, with their head turned towards the left side.

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

The image appears to be a photograph of a painting that is inside a glass frame. The painting is of a person wearing a long-sleeve shirt, and it seems that the person is sitting. The painting is covered with a yellow-brownish substance that looks like rust. The painting is also covered with a transparent substance that looks like a protective cover. The frame is made of wood and has a yellow border.

Google Gemini

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

The image appears to be an old, damaged photograph or a photographic negative. It is framed and shows signs of deterioration, with stains and discoloration visible across the surface. The background has a mottled appearance, with a range of brown and gray tones.

On the right side of the image, there is a faded, ghostly image of a person sitting. The person is wearing a collared shirt with buttons, and their hands are resting in their lap. The details of their face are obscured, making it difficult to identify their expression or features.

To the left of the person, there is an abstract or obscured shape that appears to be a piece of wood or rock. It has a rough texture and is colored in shades of brown, yellow, and gray.

The overall image has a vintage, antique feel, possibly due to the aged and damaged condition of the photograph. There is some text written in black ink along the bottom edge of the image.

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

The image presents a distressed and aged appearance, suggesting it might be a photograph that has undergone some form of deterioration. The overall aesthetic is that of a vintage or perhaps an intentionally created artistic effect.

Here are the visual details:

  • Subject Matter: A prominent object that looks like a weathered and decaying piece of wood or possibly a segment of a tree trunk is positioned at the left side. On the right side, there is a figure of a person, presumably a man.
  • Color and Tone: The color scheme is dominated by shades of yellow, brown, and gray, with evidence of staining and discoloration that gives it an aged look. The person is presented as a dark negative silhouette.
  • Technique/Process: This looks like a negative photo. The photograph likely has been degraded or subjected to certain processes over time which has created a unique aesthetic effect.
  • Damage: The image shows visible signs of damage, like yellowing/staining, areas where the emulsion is missing and there appear to be tears in the film. This damage emphasizes its historical or artistic context.
  • Text: On the bottom, the text "london op side?" is written.

The image can be characterized as a poignant image that blends elements of decay with the form of human portraiture, with the wooden object and the negative silhouette of the person. The damage and aging of the photograph further enrich its visual story.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image appears to be an artistic piece, possibly a mixed media artwork or a photographic collage. Here are the key elements:

  1. Background: The background is a glass or transparent material, giving the piece a layered and textured appearance.
  2. Main Subjects:
    • Person: On the right side, there is a silhouette of a person. The figure is somewhat blurred and indistinct, suggesting a ghostly or ethereal presence.
    • Object: On the left side, there is an object that looks like a piece of bread or a similar food item. It has a rough, textured surface with what appears to be mold or some kind of decay.
  3. Additional Elements:
    • There are yellowish specks or spots scattered across the image, possibly indicating decay, mold, or an intentional artistic effect.
    • The bottom left corner contains some handwritten text, which is partially obscured and difficult to read.
  4. Frame: The artwork is framed with a light-colored border, possibly wood or a similar material.

Overall, the image has a somewhat eerie and abstract quality, combining elements of decay and human presence in a visually intriguing way.

Text analysis

Amazon

lindzim
"P.3301:2