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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (train station, 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, P1970.4454.2

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (train station, 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, P1970.4454.2

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-05

Garden 100
Nature 100
Outdoors 100
Gardening 98.5
Terminal 94.7
Agavaceae 92.5
Plant 92.5
Railway 71.5
Transportation 71.5
Arbour 57.8
Train 57.7
Vehicle 57.7
Train Station 57.4
Palm Tree 56.9
Tree 56.9
Flower 55.9
Vegetation 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-09

no person 97.9
people 97.7
water 91.9
tropical 91.8
nature 91.4
monochrome 91.1
summer 90.8
beach 89.7
tree 88.5
building 88.2
group 87.4
travel 87.4
leaf 87.1
vacation 86.9
recreation 86.5
architecture 85.3
flora 84.2
light 83.2
resort 82.8
art 82.2

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

fountain 96.3
structure 82.9
building 23.7
tree 22.6
snow 21.9
sky 21.7
landscape 21.6
travel 18.3
scene 17.3
dark 16.7
night 16
architecture 15.9
city 15.8
tourism 15.7
winter 15.3
sun 15.3
trees 15.1
weather 14.9
beach 14.8
island 14.6
old 14.6
tropical 14.5
light 14
water 14
park 13.8
outdoor 13.8
holiday 13.6
palm 13.1
summer 12.9
sand 12.4
ocean 11.7
sea 11.7
season 11.7
black 11.4
cloud 11.2
wood 10.8
scenery 10.8
forest 10.4
paradise 10.4
cold 10.3
resort 10.3
day 10.2
film 10.1
landmark 9.9
negative 9.8
vacation 9.8
greenhouse 9.7
destination 9.4
house 9.3
vintage 9.1
morning 9
sunset 9
color 8.9
fireworks 8.8
urban 8.7
seascape 8.6
grunge 8.5
sunrise 8.4
evening 8.4
outdoors 8.2
tourist 8.2
history 8.1
frozen 7.6
texture 7.6
idyllic 7.5
fence 7.4
natural 7.4
park bench 7.3
tranquil 7.2
river 7.1
rural 7
picket fence 7

Google
created on 2018-05-09

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Tree
Flower

AWS Rekognition

Person 94.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

paintings art 96.1%
nature landscape 2.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-09

a vintage photo of a tree 84.3%
a vintage photo of a building 84.2%
a vintage photo of a train 55.2%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a garden

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

a black and white photo of a garden at night

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image is a black-and-white negative photograph showing an urban scene. In the foreground, meticulously maintained vegetation—including bushes, shrubs, and spiky plants—is visible, laid out in a garden-like setting. Beyond the garden, there are railroad tracks that lead to a train station platform where a group of people is gathered. These figures appear to be waiting or interacting, dressed in traditional or formal attire. In the background, various buildings and signage are visible, including text in what appears to be Japanese characters. The overall composition suggests a tranquil setting, though the presence of the railroad and station adds a dynamic, modern element to the image.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image appears to be a photographic negative. It depicts an outdoor scene with a focus on a railway platform. In the foreground, there are various plants and trees, including what seems to be palm-like plants and bushes, creating a garden-like setting near the train tracks. Behind the plants are the tracks, and beyond them, a train platform with people standing or walking. The people appear to be dressed in period clothing, which might suggest the photo is from an earlier era. Above, there are electric wires and signs with Japanese characters, indicating an urban setting in Japan. The negative effect reverses the usual light and dark areas, creating an unusual visual effect.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows a lush, tropical-looking indoor garden or greenhouse. The space is filled with a variety of plants, including large palm trees, flowering plants, and other greenery. The plants appear to be growing in a natural, almost wild manner, creating a dense, overgrown atmosphere. The background suggests this is part of a larger indoor space, with signs and structures visible in the distance. The overall impression is one of a verdant, almost jungle-like environment contained within an indoor setting.

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

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a garden or landscaped area with palm-like plants and other vegetation. The image has some Japanese characters visible in the background, suggesting this might be from a Japanese garden or establishment. The composition includes several fan palm or similar tropical plants with their distinctive fronds spreading out, and there appears to be a path or walkway running through the scene. The image has a vintage quality to it, and according to the credit line, it's from the Harvard University Art Museums' collection. The lighting creates interesting contrasts between the plants and their surroundings, with some areas appearing quite bright while others fall into shadow.

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 garden with various plants and trees, including palm trees and bushes. In the background, there are people walking around, and a building with a sign that appears to be Japanese characters.

  • The garden features a variety of plants and trees, including palm trees and bushes.
    • The palm trees are tall and slender, with long leaves that are curved upwards.
    • The bushes are smaller and more compact, with dense foliage.
  • In the background, there are people walking around, and a building with a sign that appears to be Japanese characters.
    • The people are dressed in casual clothing and appear to be enjoying the outdoors.
    • The building has a flat roof and a large sign with Japanese characters written on it.

Overall, the image suggests that the garden is a popular spot for people to relax and enjoy the outdoors, and the building in the background may be a restaurant or cafe.

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

This image is a black and white photograph of a greenhouse or botanical garden. The greenhouse has a large, open space with a high ceiling, and it is filled with various plants and trees. In the foreground, there are several small trees and bushes, including what appears to be a palm tree and a few succulents.

In the background, there are several people standing on a raised platform or walkway, looking out over the greenhouse. They appear to be dressed in formal attire, suggesting that they may be attending an event or tour of the greenhouse.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the formal attire and the lush greenery of the greenhouse creating a sense of refinement and culture.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The black-and-white image depicts a train station with a platform filled with people, likely waiting for a train. The platform is adorned with various plants and trees, including tall palm trees and smaller shrubs. The train station's roof is covered with signage, some of which is in Chinese characters. The platform is elevated, with tracks running beneath it. The image has a watermark in the bottom left corner, indicating the copyright of the President and Fellows of Harvard College.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a train station. It is a monochromatic image. The train station is surrounded by lush greenery, including palm trees and other plants. The station has a long platform with a train on the tracks. There are people standing on the platform, some of whom are wearing hats. The station has a large signboard with foreign text. The image has a watermark on the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image is a black and white photograph that has been inverted, giving it a negative appearance. It appears to be a scene from a train station or similar transportation hub.

In the foreground, there's a well-manicured garden area with plants of various sizes and shapes, including what seem to be yucca plants with their sharp, pointed leaves. There are also rounded bushes that add to the landscape.

Behind the garden, there's a raised platform where people are standing. They seem to be passengers waiting for transportation. The backdrop features structures with what appears to be signage in a non-English script, possibly Chinese or Japanese.

The overall impression is a formal, somewhat staged or idealized depiction of a transportation station environment.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression

The image appears to be a black-and-white negative photograph. It captures a scene that seems to be an outdoor area, potentially a train station or similar public space, with a blend of natural and constructed elements.

Key Elements

  • People: There are several people visible on a platform or raised area in the background. They appear to be dressed in light-colored clothing.

  • Vegetation: The foreground features lush, stylized vegetation. There are large, round bushes.

  • Structure: In the background, there's a structure that resembles a building or station with what looks like some signage or writing.

  • Rail Tracks: Running parallel to the platform are rail tracks.

  • Atmosphere: The photograph evokes a sense of a still, slightly melancholic atmosphere.

Let me know if you would like a more detailed description of any particular aspect!

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts an indoor garden or botanical display, likely part of an exhibition or fair. The scene is set in a large hall with a high ceiling, and the photograph appears to be in black and white, giving it a historical feel.

In the foreground, there is a garden area with various plants, including tall palm trees and smaller shrubs. The plants are arranged in a somewhat naturalistic manner, with a pathway or walkway winding through them. The ground is covered with grass or a similar ground cover.

In the background, there are several people walking around and observing the displays. The people are dressed in what appears to be traditional or formal attire, suggesting that the event might be from an earlier time period.

There are also various structures and exhibits visible in the background, including what looks like a building or pavilion with signs and decorations. The signs have text, but it is not clear enough to read in the image.

Overall, the image captures a moment from what seems to be a public event focused on gardening, botany, or a similar theme, with visitors exploring the displays.

Qwen

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

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting an indoor scene, possibly from a historical event or exhibition. The foreground is dominated by large tropical plants, including palm trees, which are growing in a greenhouse-like environment. The floor appears to be made of dirt or mulch, with some scattered plants and debris.

In the background, there is a platform or raised area where several individuals are standing. They are dressed in uniforms that resemble early 20th-century attire, possibly indicating this is from a specific era. The background also shows a wall with various signs and decorations, including Japanese characters, which suggests the location might be in Japan or related to Japanese culture. The overall atmosphere of the image is somewhat formal, and the scene appears to be part of an organized event or demonstration.

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

This is a black-and-white photograph showing an indoor garden or greenhouse setting. The foreground features a variety of plants, including what appear to be small trees and shrubs. The plants are arranged in a landscaped area with a pathway leading through it. In the background, there is a group of people, possibly gardeners or workers, dressed in white outfits, tending to the plants. The setting appears to be well-lit, with artificial lighting illuminating the scene. The image has a vintage feel, suggesting it was taken in the past. The photograph is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) and has a reference number P1970.4454.0002.

Text analysis

Amazon

College
and
Art
Fellows
(Harvard
of
Museums)
University
Harvard
© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)
President
P1970.4454.0002
©
is
3

Google

© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) P1970.4454.0002
©
President
and
Fellows
of
Harvard
College
(
University
Art
Museums
)
P1970.4454.0002