Human Generated Data

Title

Passing of the pig

Date

1996

People

Artist: Arturo Herrera, Venezuelan born 1959

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the Moskowitz Family, Encino, California, P2000.142.4

Copyright

© Arturo Herrera

Human Generated Data

Title

Passing of the pig

People

Artist: Arturo Herrera, Venezuelan born 1959

Date

1996

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the Moskowitz Family, Encino, California, P2000.142.4

Copyright

© Arturo Herrera

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-05-27

Tarmac 84.3
Asphalt 84.3
Nature 80.5
Outdoors 77.1
Wall 73.7
Silhouette 64
Flare 63.8
Light 63.8
Plant 63.1
Photography 60.3
Photo 60.3
Road 60.1
Tree 58
Building 56.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

street 98.2
light 98
people 97.8
monochrome 97.7
city 97.1
abstract 96.7
museum 96.4
portrait 95.7
art 95.6
landscape 95.4
urban 93.8
girl 92.9
architecture 92.4
exhibition 91.3
wall 91.3
shadow 91.2
concrete 91.1
bridge 91
stadium 89.3
window 88.6

Imagga
created on 2022-05-27

grunge 31.5
wall 31.1
old 29.2
texture 27.8
vintage 25.6
window screen 25.5
screen 24.7
retro 20.5
structure 20
ancient 19.9
pattern 19.8
antique 19
aged 19
material 18.7
protective covering 18.7
damaged 18.1
dirty 18.1
dark 16.7
backdrop 15.6
space 15.5
rough 15.5
empty 15.4
black 15.3
frame 15
landscape 14.9
blank 14.6
road 14.4
paper 14.2
device 14.1
television 14
step 13.9
support 13.6
design 13.5
concrete 13.4
rusty 13.3
grungy 13.3
textured 13.1
covering 12.6
wallpaper 12.2
building 11.9
border 11.8
surface 11.5
weathered 11.4
light 11.4
sky 11.2
architecture 10.8
gray 10.8
decay 10.6
spot 10.5
backgrounds 10.5
old fashioned 10.5
art 10.4
street 10.1
cement 10.1
interior 9.7
urban 9.6
text 9.6
tree 9.3
grain 9.2
sunset 9
transportation 9
detail 8.8
scratched 8.8
grime 8.8
country 8.8
stains 8.7
crack 8.7
messy 8.7
stained 8.6
stain 8.6
parchment 8.6
canvas 8.5
stone 8.5
brick 8.3
graphic 8
ragged 7.8
mottled 7.8
scene 7.8
fracture 7.8
fog 7.7
clouds 7.6
traffic 7.6
sign 7.5
room 7.5
broadcasting 7.5
film 7.3
industrial 7.3
grass 7.1
trees 7.1
rural 7

Google
created on 2022-05-27

Microsoft
created on 2022-05-27

shadow 87.4
abstract 79.6
art 58.3

Color Analysis

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a fire hydrant sitting on top of a cement wall -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image is a moody black-and-white composition where contrasting light and shadow dominate. The scene appears to depict the shadows cast on a textured ground by a structure with sharp geometric edges. The top of the frame is brighter, showcasing a rough, grainy texture, while the middle is obscured by a bold triangular shadow. Towards the bottom, the edge of a sidewalk is visible, and a patch of flowers or shrubs breaks up the darkness with small, faintly illuminated white blooms. This photograph emphasizes abstract simplicity, playing with geometry and tonal contrasts.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

This image is a black and white photograph that captures a play of light and shadow on a surface. The upper part of the image shows a textured ground, perhaps a concrete or asphalt surface, which is brightly lit. Across the middle section of the image, a large, dark shadow is cast diagonally, creating a stark contrast with the lit area and forming a strong geometric shape. This shadow appears to be cast by a wall or a roof structure outside the frame. The bottom part of the image reveals a strip of a sidewalk or pavement and some foliage, including small plants or flowers with visible blossoms. The foliage is partially in shadow, enhancing the overall contrast between light and dark in the photograph. The composition highlights abstract shapes and textures, emphasizing the interplay between light and shadow.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting a dramatic, moody landscape. The foreground is dominated by dark, angular shapes that seem to be structures or buildings. In the background, there is a hazy, atmospheric quality, with a sense of depth and distance. The overall impression is one of a stark, minimalist aesthetic, with a strong contrast between the dark and light elements of the composition.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The black and white image depicts a dark, shadowy landscape with an ominous, cloudy sky overhead. In the foreground, there appears to be a field or open area with some small, scattered plants or flowers visible. The sky takes up the majority of the frame, with heavy, textured clouds that create an unsettling and foreboding atmosphere. The high contrast between the dark ground and bright sky adds to the dramatic, moody feel of the photograph. Overall, the image evokes a sense of bleakness, mystery and perhaps impending danger or turmoil through its stark, monochromatic tones and looming sky.

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

This is a minimalist black and white photograph with strong geometric elements. The image is divided into distinct sections by sharp angular lines, creating a stark contrast between light and dark areas. In the upper portion, there appears to be a light-colored concrete or stone surface, while the middle section is dominated by a deep black void. At the bottom of the frame, there are what appear to be small white flowering plants or blooms visible against a dark background. The composition has a very architectural feel, with its clean lines and dramatic shadows, creating an abstract and somewhat moody atmosphere.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black and white photograph of a shadow cast on the ground, with a small cluster of flowers in the bottom right corner. The shadow is dark and rectangular, with a slight curve at the top. It appears to be cast by a wall or other vertical structure.

In the bottom right corner of the image, there is a small cluster of white flowers. They are delicate and appear to be growing in a small patch of dirt or grass.

The background of the image is a light-colored surface, possibly concrete or stone. It is textured and has a rough appearance.

Overall, the image is a simple yet striking composition that highlights the beauty of shadows and the natural world. The contrast between the dark shadow and the bright flowers creates a sense of drama and interest, while the textured background adds depth and texture to the image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black and white photograph of a shadow cast on a wall. The shadow is dark and rectangular, with a smaller shadow extending from the top left corner. The wall is light gray and has a rough texture, with some darker spots scattered throughout. In the bottom right corner, there are some small white flowers or weeds growing out of the ground. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of simplicity and minimalism, with a focus on the play of light and shadow on the wall.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a monochromatic photograph with a strong contrast between light and dark areas. The photograph captures a shadow of a building or structure cast on the ground, which is likely a sidewalk or a paved area. The shadow is dark and sharp, creating a strong visual contrast with the lighter area of the sidewalk. The shadow appears to be cast from a tall building or structure, as it covers a significant portion of the ground. The photograph also shows a small plant or bush growing on the side of the sidewalk, with some small white flowers.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph with a minimalist composition. It features a stark contrast between light and dark areas. The upper part of the image is predominantly gray, representing a concrete surface. Below this, there is a dark shadow, suggesting a wall or structure blocking the light. At the bottom of the image, there is a small patch of light, possibly from a plant or a small garden area with white flowers. The photograph focuses on the interplay of light and shadow, creating a dramatic and abstract effect.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-13

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a high-angle, black-and-white shot that emphasizes the play of light and shadow. The composition is stark and minimalistic, focusing on geometric shapes and textures.

Key elements:

  • Shadows: A significant portion of the image is covered in deep, solid shadows, possibly cast by a building or structure. The shadows are the dominant element, creating a strong contrast with the lighter areas.
  • Texture: The upper portion of the image reveals a rough, textured surface, likely concrete or a similar material. This contrasts with the smooth, dark shadows.
  • Linear elements: There's a defined edge or border that separates the shadows from the darker area. It adds a sense of structure and division.
  • Vegetation: Towards the bottom of the image, near the shadow edge, there appears to be some small white flowering bushes or plants. Their presence adds a touch of organic detail to the otherwise abstract composition.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of quietude and a focus on form, light, and contrast. It is a minimalist study that might evoke feelings of contemplation or introspection.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-13

The image is a high-angle, black and white shot featuring a stark interplay of light and shadow. A rough-textured surface, possibly concrete, occupies the upper left portion of the frame, sharply contrasted by deep, dark shadows that form a sharp rectangular shape.

Beneath the shadows, a segment of what appears to be a paved area, potentially a walkway or street, is visible. This area is lined, at the bottom of the frame, with a cluster of what look like small, light-colored flowers or plants, hinting at a garden or natural growth. The rest of the image is filled with a dark background, with the exception of small white areas.

The strong contrast and composition give the image a sense of abstraction.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a high-contrast black-and-white photograph that appears to be taken from an elevated perspective. It features a stark contrast between light and dark areas, creating a dramatic visual effect.

In the upper portion of the image, there is a textured surface that seems to be a wall or a similar structure, illuminated by light. This section is relatively bright and detailed, showing the rough texture of the surface.

The lower portion of the image is dominated by a large, dark shadow cast by an object or structure that is not visible in the frame. The shadow covers most of the lower area, creating a strong contrast with the brightly lit upper section.

Towards the bottom right of the image, there is a small patch of what appears to be vegetation, possibly grass or small plants, which is also in shadow but slightly more illuminated than the surrounding area.

The overall composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The photograph captures a moment of stark contrast, highlighting the textures and forms within the scene.