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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (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, P1970.4451.6

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (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, P1970.4451.6

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Architecture 99.7
Art 99.3
Collage 99.3
Monastery 99.3
Neighborhood 97.9
Clock Tower 93.1
Tower 93.1
Outdoors 86.2
Urban 84.1
Spire 76.5
Nature 69.1
City 63.7
Lamp 60.2
Housing 57.7
Metropolis 57.6
Garden 57.3
Brick 57
Factory 56.6
House 56.5
Porch 56.5
Altar 56.4
Church 56.4
Prayer 56.4
Arch 55.5
Cross 55.2
Symbol 55.2
Sign 55
Lantern 55

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

people 99.5
monochrome 98.9
street 97.6
group 95.1
group together 94.2
adult 92.4
old 90.7
no person 89.3
man 88.3
vintage 87.7
black and white 86.7
many 85.6
retro 83.7
wear 82.5
architecture 82.4
city 82.3
two 81.7
war 81.3
town 81
art 80.6

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

shopping cart 31.2
structure 25.2
handcart 25.1
building 22.6
wheeled vehicle 21.5
city 19.9
old 19.5
architecture 18
container 17.9
black 16.2
grunge 15.3
sky 15.3
urban 14.8
industry 14.5
billboard 14.1
vintage 14.1
dirty 13.5
winter 12.8
fence 12.6
texture 12.5
history 11.6
signboard 11.5
outdoors 11.2
power 10.9
industrial 10.9
steel 10.6
metal 10.5
art 10.4
pattern 10.3
wall 10.1
frame 10
tower 9.8
pollution 9.6
design 9.6
antique 9.5
ancient 9.5
skyline 9.5
grungy 9.5
parking meter 9.4
iron 9.3
energy 9.2
barrier 9.2
rough 9.1
cemetery 9.1
environment 9
plant 9
graphic 8.7
factory 8.7
rust 8.7
high 8.7
scene 8.7
cable 8.6
equipment 8.4
dark 8.3
town 8.3
wood 8.3
paint 8.1
border 8.1
tool 8.1
new 8.1
device 8.1
wire 8
light 8
water 8
snow 8
night 8
color 7.8
cold 7.7
conveyance 7.6
electricity 7.6
timer 7.5
stone 7.5
landscape 7.4
ice 7.4
exterior 7.4
retro 7.4
danger 7.3
landmark 7.2
glass 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-09

outdoor 87.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Person

Clarifai

Tree
Footwear
Clothing
Furniture
Window

AWS Rekognition

Building 99.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

streetview architecture 88.5%
paintings art 10.4%

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 lot of signs on it

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

a black and white photo of a building with people walking by

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This image is presented in negative format, where the color tones are inverted. It depicts an urban scene with traditional Japanese architecture and signage. Visible in the foreground are trees and shrubbery, as well as a figure of a person standing near what appears to be a storefront or display area. Prominent signage and lanterns with Japanese characters can be seen throughout the composition, indicating it is from a country or region influenced by Japanese culture. Behind the person stands a building with vertical columns and illuminated circular patterns, possibly indicating a festive or decorative environment. The overall composition suggests a city street or possibly a shopping area.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image appears to be a black and white negative of a street scene in an urban area, possibly in Japan given the style of architecture and the Japanese characters seen on signs. The scene features a variety of elements:

  1. Foreground and Midground Elements:

    • There are bare trees with many branches covering parts of the scene, emphasizing a wintry or early spring setting.
    • A person is walking on the sidewalk or street, partially obscured by a tree, wearing a coat which suggests cool weather.
    • There is a decorative lantern-style street light with Japanese writing on it.
  2. Background Elements:

    • Several buildings are visible with traditional and modern architectural designs. One has a tiled roof, while another has vertical features and ornamental elements that could be decorative facades or lighting.
    • Hanging lanterns or signs, adorned with Japanese script, are visible on one of the buildings, indicating business establishments or possibly a theater.
  3. Overall Composition:

    • The trees and various signs create a layered effect, while the presence of buildings and the person adds depth and life to the scene.
    • The negative quality of the image inverts normal light and shadow, providing a unique perspective that impacts how details, like text and foliage, are visually perceived.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image appears to depict a traditional Japanese street scene, with various buildings, signs, and decorative elements visible. The scene is captured in a black and white, high-contrast style, giving it a moody and atmospheric quality. The buildings have distinctive Japanese architectural features, such as tiled roofs and ornamental details. There are also various lanterns, banners, and other decorative elements that contribute to the overall traditional Japanese aesthetic. The scene appears to be set in a lush, natural environment, with trees and foliage visible in the background.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be taken in Japan, showing a traditional Japanese storefront or shop with Japanese text on signage. The image has a somewhat aged or vintage quality to it. There are trees or foliage visible in the foreground, and the architectural elements include what appears to be a traditional Japanese-style roof. Some figures can be seen in the scene, though they appear as silhouettes or dark shapes against the lighter background. The image credit indicates it's from the Harvard University Art Museums collection. The composition creates an interesting interplay of light and shadow, with the trees creating organic patterns against the more geometric architectural elements.

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 sign that appears to be written in Chinese characters, taken from the Harvard University Art Museums.

The building has a tiled roof and a large sign with white Chinese characters on a dark background. In front of the building, there are several trees and bushes, as well as a few people standing around. A man in a dark jacket and white pants is standing on the left side of the image, facing away from the camera. To the right of the man, there is a streetlamp with a dark shade and a light pole.

In the background, there are more buildings and trees, as well as a few people walking around. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet, peaceful scene in a residential or commercial area.

The image was taken by the President and Fellows of Harvard College, and it is part of the Harvard University Art Museums' collection. The image is labeled as P1970.4451.0006.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a building with a sign in Japanese characters, surrounded by trees and a streetlight. The building features a tiled roof and a sign with white Japanese characters on a black background. A man stands in front of the building, wearing a dark jacket and light-colored pants. The streetlight is positioned to the right of the building, and several trees are visible in the foreground. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet, serene setting, possibly in a rural or suburban area.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The black-and-white image shows a street scene with a person standing in front of a shop. The shop has a signboard with Chinese characters on it, and there is a lantern hanging from the ceiling. The shop is surrounded by trees and plants, and there is a building with a column in front of it. The image has a watermark in the bottom left corner that reads "President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)" and "P1970.4451.0006."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The black-and-white photo features a person standing in front of a building. The building has a roof with a lamp hanging from it. There are two boards with Japanese text hanging on the wall. In front of the building is a lamp post with Japanese text on it. There are also some trees in front of the building. The photo has a watermark on the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image is a black and white, negative image of what appears to be a street scene in Japan. The atmosphere is somewhat mysterious due to the reverse color scheme.

Key Elements:

  • Buildings: There are several buildings in the image. One appears to be a traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and signage written in Japanese. Behind this is a tall building with several columns and windows.
  • Signage: There are multiple signs with Japanese characters visible. Some seem to advertise businesses or events like "sakura matsuri" (cherry blossom festival). A prominent sign says "数寄屋照明電気材料大卸" (Sukiya Lighting and Electrical Materials Wholesale)
  • People: There is a figure of a person standing in front of the building with the large sign.
  • Lanterns/Lighting: A large, multi-sided lantern is a focal point in the center of the image.
  • Vegetation: Trees and bushes are seen in the foreground and throughout the scene, adding depth.
  • Composition: The composition is complex, with buildings, trees, and lanterns arranged in a way that creates a sense of depth. The negative image creates a unique visual effect.

Overall, the photograph offers a glimpse of Japanese architecture, signage, and street life, captured with a distinctive stylistic approach.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

The image, provided by the President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums), is a black-and-white photograph that appears to depict a scene from Japan.

In the foreground, there's a low wall, possibly made of stone, with plants and bushes growing behind it. To the left, a person stands on a slightly elevated platform or step, possibly in front of a building. The person seems to be wearing light-colored pants and a dark jacket.

Behind the person and the foreground vegetation, there's a building with a prominent sign featuring Japanese text. To the right of the building and slightly further back, there's a tall lamppost with a traditional Japanese lantern hanging from it. The lantern also features Japanese writing.

In the background, there is a large building with distinctive architectural features, including tall columns and decorative elements. This building appears to be adorned with rows of hanging lanterns or decorations. To the right of this main building, there's a smaller, traditional Japanese-style building with a gabled roof.

The image is characterized by a high degree of detail and texture, giving it a slightly grainy feel. The composition and the presence of traditional Japanese elements suggest that the photograph captures a scene of cultural significance or a notable location in Japan.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese scene, likely a tea house or a similar establishment. The setting appears to be serene and inviting, with a focus on natural elements and traditional architecture.

Key elements in the image include:

  1. Building: The main structure in the background has a traditional Japanese architectural style, with a tiled roof and wooden construction. There is a sign above the entrance with Japanese characters, indicating the name of the establishment.

  2. Signage: There are several signs with Japanese characters. The prominent sign above the entrance reads "京都鴨川風呂 大浴場," which translates to "Kyoto Kamo River Bath Large Bathhouse." Another sign on a lantern reads "鴨川風呂," meaning "Kamo River Bath."

  3. Lantern: A traditional Japanese lantern is prominently featured in the foreground, hanging from a post. It has characters written on it, adding to the cultural ambiance.

  4. Garden: The area around the building is lush with greenery, including trees and bushes. There are also some decorative elements like a small pond or water feature.

  5. Seating Area: In front of the building, there is a seating area with benches and a table, suggesting a place for visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

  6. Decorative Elements: The scene includes various decorative elements such as hanging lanterns, potted plants, and possibly a small shrine or decorative structure to the right.

Overall, the image captures a tranquil and culturally rich setting, characteristic of traditional Japanese aesthetics and hospitality.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

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