Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Maruhashi Store, Japan)

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4452.4

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Maruhashi Store, Japan)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4452.4

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Architecture 99.9
Building 99.9
Utility Pole 85.8
Road 80.4
Outdoors 78.9
Nature 63.7
Intersection 56
Neighborhood 55.6
Wire 55.5

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

people 98.9
no person 97.3
train 97.1
railway 97
transportation system 95.7
vehicle 94.6
monochrome 94.6
bench 92.7
architecture 91.9
light 91.7
city 91.5
travel 90.9
building 90.1
street 89.8
seat 89
urban 88
airport 87.2
black and white 86.4
chair 84.4
locomotive 83.5

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

billboard 63.9
signboard 50.9
structure 47.4
electronic equipment 21.1
freight car 20.6
business 20
equipment 19.8
car 19.3
old 16.7
city 16.6
building 16.1
architecture 13.8
grunge 13.6
wheeled vehicle 13.3
texture 13.2
urban 13.1
office 13
design 12.9
modern 12.6
technology 12.6
dark 12.5
retro 12.3
radio 12
art 11.8
light 11.4
finance 11
bank 10.7
frame 10
vehicle 10
dirty 9.9
financial 9.8
station 9.8
interior 9.7
black 9.6
line 9.4
card 9.3
travel 9.1
vintage 9.1
cassette recorder 9
music 9
transportation 9
digital 8.9
register 8.9
folder 8.7
wall 8.5
showing 8.4
wallpaper 8.4
tape player 8.4
house 8.4
sky 8.3
transport 8.2
success 8
paper 7.8
amplifier 7.8
cinema 7.8
blank 7.7
word 7.5
recorder 7.5
train 7.4
network 7.4
entertainment 7.4
banking 7.3
window 7.3
tower 7.2
growth 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

outdoor 92.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Building 99.9%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a building with graffiti on the side of it -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a negative image depicting a Japanese storefront or commercial building. The signage includes Japanese characters prominently displayed, indicating a possible business name. The text on the right reads "マルハシ" (Maruhashi), and the vertical sign on the left contains additional Japanese characters. The architecture shows a tiled roof, with windows and shutters. Electric or telephone wires span across the top of the image, and there's a streetlight visible toward the foreground. The overall atmosphere is dark due to the negative exposure.

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

The image appears to be a negative photograph showing a building with signage in Japanese. The building has a tiled roof, typical of traditional Japanese architecture, and there are visible power lines and poles in the foreground, suggesting it is located in an urban or suburban setting. The large sign on the left side has vertical Japanese text, which includes the characters "寿" and "山" that could refer to a name or brand. The horizontal signage in the middle reads "シハンルマ" (Maruhan) which might indicate a business name. The sky in the background is captured as a very dark or black area due to the negative effect, while the building details are light. There is a street lamp in front of the building, contributing to the urban landscape feel.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image shows a nighttime scene of a building with Japanese text on the facade. The building appears to be a commercial or public structure, with a large sign or marquee visible. The scene is captured in black and white, creating a moody and atmospheric feel. There are power lines and other infrastructure visible in the background, adding to the urban setting. Overall, the image conveys a sense of a bustling, industrial environment at night.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-12

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a Japanese storefront or building with Japanese text signage. The image has a stark, architectural quality to it, with power lines and utility poles crossing the frame horizontally. The building has a traditional Japanese tiled roof (kawara) and appears to have some kind of awning or covered area in front. The composition emphasizes geometric lines and shapes, with the power lines creating strong horizontal elements across the dark sky. The image appears to be from a historical collection, as indicated by the Harvard University Art Museums credit line at the bottom.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a building with a sign and power lines.

  • The building is in the center of the image, with a sign on the left side that appears to be a Chinese character or characters.
    • The sign is attached to a pole and has a curved shape.
    • It is not clear what the sign says, but it may be a business name or advertisement.
  • There are several power lines running across the top of the image, which suggests that the building is located in a urban area.
    • The power lines are thin and appear to be supported by poles.
    • They are not obstructing the view of the building or sign.
  • In the foreground, there is a streetlight and a roof with a slanted design.
    • The streetlight is tall and has a rounded top.
    • The roof has a series of slats that are angled downward.
    • The roof appears to be made of wood or metal.
  • The background of the image is dark, suggesting that it was taken at night.
    • There are no other buildings or objects visible in the background.
    • The sky is not visible, but it appears to be a clear night.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a small town or city in China during the 1970s. The building and sign suggest that it may be a commercial or industrial area, while the power lines and streetlight indicate that it is an urban area. The dark background and lack of other objects suggest that the image was taken at night.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a building with a sign and power lines in the foreground. The building features a tiled roof and a large sign with Japanese characters, while the power lines are suspended above the street. In the background, a dark sky is visible.

Key Features:

  • Building: The building has a tiled roof and a large sign with Japanese characters.
  • Sign: The sign is prominently displayed on the front of the building and features Japanese characters.
  • Power Lines: The power lines are suspended above the street and run horizontally across the image.
  • Background: The background of the image is a dark sky, which suggests that the photo was taken at night or in low-light conditions.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a photograph of a building in Japan, possibly taken in the 1970s or 1980s based on the style of the building and the clothing worn by people in the image. The presence of power lines and a dark sky suggests that the photo was taken at night or in low-light conditions.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The black-and-white photo depicts a street scene at night, with a building on the left side of the image. The building has a signboard with some text written in a foreign language, possibly Japanese. The roof of the building has a slanted design, and there is a lamp post in front of it. The street is empty, and the sky is dark, with no visible stars or moon.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The black-and-white photo features a building with a tiled roof, a signboard, and a lamp on the left side. The building has a sign with Chinese characters on the wall, and the roof has a slanted design. There are also wires hanging from the top of the building. On the right side, there is a pole with wires and a sign with Japanese characters. The image has a watermark on the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph with a strong, almost harsh, contrast. It appears to depict a street scene, possibly in Japan, with buildings, overhead power lines, and signs.

Composition:

  • The photograph is taken from a slightly low angle, looking up at the buildings.
  • The sky dominates the upper portion of the image, providing a dark backdrop for the power lines.
  • Horizontal lines of buildings and a foreground awning, with the vertical element of a utility pole.
  • The composition is somewhat centered, with the buildings being the main focal point.

Details:

  • Buildings: The primary focus is a series of low buildings. They appear to have traditional architectural elements, with tiled roofs and possibly some wooden structures. One building has the Japanese characters "マルハシ" on a sign.
  • Signs: A vertical sign in Japanese is visible, and another sign in the lower foreground.
  • Power Lines: A network of power lines stretches across the upper portion of the image. They crisscross and add a dynamic element.
  • Utility Pole: A utility pole is in the right side of the image.
  • Lighting: The lighting suggests that the photograph was taken on a cloudy day or that the photographer used a technique (possibly reversing film) that makes the light appear harsh.
  • Other Elements: A street lamp is visible, and some details of the awning structure can be seen in the foreground.

Overall, the photograph captures a scene with an older, almost nostalgic, feel, with elements of traditional architecture, utilities, and signage.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image is a black and white photograph of a Japanese street scene, possibly taken at night or under low-light conditions. The contrast is high, with dark shadows and bright highlights, giving it a stark and dramatic feel.

In the foreground, there is what appears to be the roof of a building or a structure with a horizontal awning or canopy. Above this, there are several buildings. One has a sign with Japanese characters on it, hanging vertically on the left side. Another building has a banner or sign on its facade with Japanese characters.

An electric or telephone pole is visible on the right side, with wires stretching across the sky. More wires crisscross the sky above the buildings.

The overall impression is one of urban density and a traditional Japanese architectural style, juxtaposed with the modern infrastructure of power lines and signage. The dark and contrasting tones evoke a sense of mystery.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a nighttime street scene in what appears to be an urban area. The setting is likely in an East Asian country, given the presence of Japanese characters on the signs.

Key features of the image include:

  1. Building and Signage: The central focus is on a building with a prominent sign in Japanese characters. The sign on the left side of the building is vertically oriented, while another sign is painted directly on the building's facade. The characters on the facade read "マルバシ," which translates to "Marubashi."

  2. Street and Infrastructure: The street in front of the building is relatively empty, with a few street lamps and utility poles visible. Overhead, numerous power lines crisscross the sky, adding to the urban feel of the scene.

  3. Lighting: The photograph is taken at night, with artificial lighting illuminating parts of the building and street. The overall atmosphere is somewhat dim and moody.

  4. Architecture: The building has a traditional tiled roof, suggesting a blend of older architectural styles with more modern elements like the neon signage.

  5. Cultural Context: The presence of Japanese characters and the style of the building suggest that this scene is in Japan. The image captures a moment in time, likely from the mid-20th century, given the style of the photograph and the infrastructure visible.

The photograph is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums), indicating it is part of an archival or artistic collection.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

耒 © President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) P1970.4452.0004
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