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Human Generated Data

Title

Mary Todd Lincoln (1818-1882) (untitled spirit photograph with Abraham Lincoln's shadow)

Date

1870s

People

Artist: William H. Mumler, American 1832 - 1884

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from Special Collections, Fine Arts Library, Harvard College Library, Bequest of Evert Jansen Wendell, 2010.88

Human Generated Data

Title

Mary Todd Lincoln (1818-1882) (untitled spirit photograph with Abraham Lincoln's shadow)

People

Artist: William H. Mumler, American 1832 - 1884

Date

1870s

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from Special Collections, Fine Arts Library, Harvard College Library, Bequest of Evert Jansen Wendell, 2010.88

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-01

Bonnet 100
Hat 100
Clothing 100
Apparel 100
Human 97.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-04-18

people 99.9
one 99.5
portrait 99.4
adult 98.7
wear 97.8
man 97.3
veil 94.4
art 93.6
lid 93
leader 92.2
print 91
administration 90.5
outerwear 89.1
military 87.6
retro 85.9
soldier 85.9
painting 85.4
facial hair 83.5
war 78.1
outfit 77.8

Imagga
created on 2018-04-18

mask 59
covering 54
disguise 38.1
face 31.3
portrait 29.8
person 28.8
child 26.5
clothing 26.1
attire 24.4
eyes 23.2
people 22.9
boy 17.4
doll 17.3
plaything 17
expression 16.2
adult 16.2
hat 16
hair 15.9
cute 15.8
old 15.3
cloak 14.8
model 14.8
ski mask 14.3
childhood 14.3
blond 13.5
kid 13.3
fashion 12.8
children 12.8
human 12.7
attractive 12.6
male 12.3
black 12.1
sexy 12
youth 11.9
pretty 11.9
head 11.8
face mask 11.5
sculpture 11.4
man 11.4
smile 11.4
happy 11.3
culture 11.1
studio 10.6
consumer goods 10.6
costume 10.6
girls 10
religion 9.9
cheerful 9.8
lady 9.7
look 9.6
art 9.4
fun 9
one 9
little 8.8
looking 8.8
smiling 8.7
lifestyle 8.7
happiness 8.6
close 8.6
dark 8.4
closeup 8.1
antique 7.8
cold 7.8
world 7.7
ethnicity 7.7
winter 7.7
serious 7.6
casual 7.6
hairstyle 7.6
statue 7.6
traditional 7.5
lips 7.4
book 7.3
decoration 7.2
coat 7.2
eye 7.1
handsome 7.1

Google
created on 2018-04-18

photograph 95.4
portrait 87.2
vintage clothing 76.7
art 66.3
headgear 63.8
visual arts 53.7
painting 53.1
girl 51.9

Microsoft
created on 2018-04-18

person 99
old 76.8
white 70.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

Microsoft

Google

Imagga

AWS Rekognition

Age 35-52
Gender Female, 80.4%
Confused 4%
Calm 70.7%
Disgusted 2.1%
Surprised 1.9%
Sad 8.7%
Angry 5.1%
Happy 7.4%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Human face
Clothing
Human eye
Picture frame
Human nose
Human mouth

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.6%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-11

a photograph of a woman in a hat and a scarf

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-28

an old photo of a woman wearing a hat and coat

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a vintage portrait featuring a person dressed in 19th-century clothing. The individual is wearing a dark, elaborate outfit that includes a textured shawl, possibly fur-lined, and a large bow tied at the neck. Their head is adorned with a decorative bonnet or headpiece that appears ruched and styled with ribbons. The sepia tones of the photograph and the ornate dress suggest it dates back to the Victorian era. The person is holding an object—possibly a book or accessory—in their hands. The border of the image indicates it was likely a cabinet card or similar photographic medium from the era.

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

The image depicts an individual dressed in what appears to be Victorian-era clothing. The person is wearing a dark, textured garment with large bows and a decorative design, possibly a coat or cape. Additionally, the person has a hat or head covering with intricate pleating. They are seated and holding an object, perhaps a book or notebook, across their lap. The photograph is sepia-toned, giving it an antique appearance, and it includes a border characteristic of cabinet cards popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-24

This is a vintage sepia-toned photograph, likely a carte de visite from the Victorian era (mid-to-late 1800s). The subject is wearing typical Victorian mourning attire, including a dark bonnet with what appears to be crape or lace trim, and a dark dress or cloak with a bow at the neck. The clothing style and somber expression were common in formal portraits of that period, particularly for those in mourning. The photograph has the characteristic rounded corners and mounting typical of carte de visite photographs from that era, and shows some aging and slight discoloration around the edges.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-30

The image shows a portrait of an older woman wearing a knitted hat and winter clothing. She appears to be sitting and has a serious expression on her face. The photograph is in black and white and has an antique, vintage appearance, suggesting it was taken some time ago.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2024-12-30

The sepia-toned photograph depicts an elderly woman wearing a dark, layered outfit including what appears to be a shawl or scarf covering her head and shoulders. She has a serious, somber expression on her weathered face as she looks directly at the camera. The plain background and formal pose suggest this may be a studio portrait from the late 19th or early 20th century. The aged, slightly faded appearance of the photograph itself also points to it being a relatively old historical image.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-30

This appears to be a Victorian-era portrait photograph, likely taken in the mid to late 1800s. The subject is wearing typical mourning attire of the period, including a dark bonnet with ribbons and a heavy dark cloak or shawl with what appears to be a bow at the neck. The photograph is in the carte de visite format, which was very popular during this time period, mounted on light-colored cardstock with rounded corners. The sepia tones and formal studio pose are characteristic of photography from this era. The image quality and style of dress provides interesting historical documentation of mourning customs and fashion from the Victorian period.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image is a sepia-toned photograph of an elderly woman, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. The woman is wearing a dark-colored dress and a hat, and her face is blurred. She appears to be sitting in a chair, with her hands resting on her lap.

The background of the image is a plain, off-white color, which suggests that the photograph was taken in a studio setting. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the woman's formal attire and the plain background creating a sense of refinement and sophistication.

The image appears to be a formal portrait, possibly taken for a family album or as a keepsake. The woman's serious expression and the formal nature of the photograph suggest that it was intended to capture her dignity and respectability.

Overall, the image is a beautiful example of a traditional portrait from the past, showcasing the woman's elegance and poise in a simple yet effective way.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image is a sepia-toned photograph of a woman, likely from the 19th century. The woman is dressed in dark clothing, with a hat and a shawl or cloak draped over her shoulders. She appears to be holding an object in her hands, although it is not clearly visible.

The background of the photograph is plain, suggesting that it was taken in a studio setting. The overall atmosphere of the image is formal and somber, which was typical of photographs from this time period.

The photograph itself appears to be an old carte de visite, a type of photograph that was popular during the mid-to-late 19th century. These photographs were small, inexpensive, and widely available, making them a popular way for people to share images of themselves with others.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image shows an old photograph of a woman dressed in a traditional Victorian era outfit. She has short hair and is wearing a bonnet and a shawl. She is looking directly at the camera with a serious expression on her face. The image is in black and white and has a vintage look to it, with a slightly blurry background. The photograph is framed in a rectangular shape with a white border.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image is an old black-and-white portrait of a woman. She is wearing a bonnet with a veil, a shawl, and a dress. She has a serious expression on her face and is looking straight ahead. Her hands are folded in front of her, and she is wearing gloves. The background of the image is plain and simple, with no other objects or people visible. The image has a vintage feel to it, and it appears to be a photograph taken in the past.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here is a description of the image:

This is a vintage sepia-toned photograph of an older woman, possibly a portrait. The woman is positioned from the chest up, facing forward with a neutral expression.

She is wearing a dark, elaborately textured hat that covers most of her hair. The hat has a brim or trim around the face and is gathered on top. A dark, lacy shawl or wrap is draped over her shoulders, tied in a bow at her neck. She also appears to be wearing a darker-colored dress or coat underneath. The background is a plain, light color.

The photograph has a rectangular shape with rounded corners and is mounted on a card, a common practice for portrait photographs in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The overall image has a vintage or antique feel due to the sepia tone and the style of clothing and photograph presentation.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

This is a sepia-toned, portrait photograph of an older woman. The image is an antique, likely from the 19th century, evidenced by the card-like format and the photographic style.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Subject: The woman is the central focus. She appears to be middle-aged or elderly, with a somewhat stern but kind expression. Her face is full, with a subtle hint of a smile.
  • Attire: She is wearing a dark-colored bonnet or cap, which covers most of her hair. Her clothing includes a dark shawl or cloak, draped over her shoulders, with what appears to be a bow near her neck. The shawl is decorated with lace or a similar textural element. Her hands are crossed on her lap.
  • Composition: The woman is positioned in the center of the frame, posed in a three-quarter view. The background is a plain, pale color, allowing the subject to stand out.
  • Card Format: The photograph is mounted on a thin card, a typical feature of photographs from the era. The edges of the card are rounded.
  • Overall Impression: The photograph evokes a sense of nostalgia and formality, characteristic of the time period. The woman's expression and attire suggest a time of traditional values and a certain formality in portraiture.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is an old photograph, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century, depicting an elderly woman. The photograph appears to be a carte de visite, a type of small photograph which was popular during that era. The woman is seated and is dressed in dark, heavy clothing, including a long dress with a high collar and a bonnet-style hat. Her expression is serious and composed, which was common for formal portraits of that time. The photograph has a sepia tone, typical of early photographic processes, and the edges of the card are slightly worn, indicating its age. The background is plain and neutral, keeping the focus on the subject.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-10

This image is a black-and-white portrait of an individual, likely taken in the late 19th or early 20th century, given the photographic style and the attire. The person is wearing a dark outfit with a high-collared garment and a decorative shawl or wrap over it. A distinctive element is the headgear, which appears to be a bonnet or hat, adorned with what looks like a floral or lace detail. The individual's hands are clasped together in front of them, and the pose is formal, typical of portrait photography from that era. The overall tone and style of the photograph suggest it was meant to be a serious and dignified representation of the subject.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-10

This is an old, sepia-toned portrait photograph of a woman. She appears to be middle-aged or older and is wearing traditional clothing. Her attire includes a bonnet with a lace or crocheted detail and a scarf or shawl draped over her shoulders. The photograph has a vintage quality, suggesting it was taken in the late 19th or early 20th century. The woman's expression is neutral, and she is looking directly at the camera. The image is framed with a light-colored border, and there is a small amount of wear and tear visible on the edges of the photograph.