Human Generated Data

Title

Housing Conditions: United States. Kentucky. Louisville: Environment After Immigration Perpetuation of European Standards in America: Backyards on Twelfth Street.

Date

c. 1903

People

Artist: Royal Photo Co., American 1903-1972, Louisville, Kentucky

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.1647.3

Human Generated Data

Title

Housing Conditions: United States. Kentucky. Louisville: Environment After Immigration Perpetuation of European Standards in America: Backyards on Twelfth Street.

People

Artist: Royal Photo Co., American 1903-1972, Louisville, Kentucky

Date

c. 1903

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.1647.3

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-06-04

Human 95.5
Person 95.5
Person 92
Transportation 90.7
Boat 90.7
Vehicle 90.7
Nature 89.4
Person 78.1
Construction 77.7
Building 73.7
Urban 62.6
Person 60.4
Demolition 59.9
Neighborhood 55.6
Factory 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2019-06-04

people 99.9
vehicle 99.3
group 98.6
home 97.8
no person 97.2
print 95.3
many 95.1
adult 94.8
war 94.6
transportation system 94.2
watercraft 93.7
two 92
group together 91.3
military 89.9
calamity 88.3
building 87.3
house 86.3
several 82.1
waste 82
man 81.7

Imagga
created on 2019-06-04

antenna 43.5
architecture 36.5
structure 34.9
building 33
construction 28.2
sky 28.2
industry 27.3
industrial 24.5
steel 24.1
crane 21.7
city 21.6
urban 21
tower 20.6
equipment 18.4
house 18.4
old 18.1
power 17.6
landscape 14.9
concrete 14.4
roof 13.9
ship 13.3
device 12.7
factory 12.5
scene 12.1
exterior 12
stage 11.9
water 11.3
metal 11.3
platform 10.8
wall 10.8
windmill 10.8
river 10.7
travel 10.6
outdoors 10.5
work 10.2
town 10.2
billboard 9.9
pollution 9.6
high 9.5
engineering 9.5
outside 9.4
site 9.4
energy 9.2
modern 9.1
business 9.1
history 8.9
vessel 8.9
new 8.9
dutch 8.8
radio telescope 8.6
heavy 8.6
plant 8.6
cityscape 8.5
tall 8.5
summer 8.4
frame 8.3
church 8.3
environment 8.2
technology 8.2
landmark 8.1
warship 8.1
rural 7.9
mill 7.9
aircraft carrier 7.8
solar dish 7.8
center 7.8
district 7.8
houses 7.7
culture 7.7
apartment 7.7
machine 7.6
build 7.6
brick 7.5
wind 7.5
window 7.4
street 7.4
danger 7.3
machinery 7.2
signboard 7.2
glass 7

Google
created on 2019-06-04

House 66
Roof 64.8
Vehicle 62.2
Building 58.4

Microsoft
created on 2019-06-04

building 99.7
outdoor 90
house 87
ship 84.8
construction 84.6
old 83.1
factory 74.9
black and white 59.8
drawing 50.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Boat
Person 95.5%
Person 92%
Person 78.1%
Person 60.4%
Boat 90.7%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-06-04

an old photo of a boat 49.6%
an old photo of a building 49.5%
an old photo of a boat next to a building 41%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a black and white photo of a house with a ladder -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This image depicts an urban scene of dilapidated housing in a densely populated area, showcasing poor living conditions likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. The foreground is dominated by wooden structures in disrepair, with signs of overcrowding and haphazard construction. Laundry hangs from makeshift lines on a deteriorating balcony, and scattered debris and rudimentary fences clutter the yard below. A steep staircase connects different levels of the housing, and narrow passages are visible between the structures. In the background, sturdier brick buildings loom, contrasting with the fragile wooden homes. The photograph illustrates poverty and highlights the challenges of urban living during the period.

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

The image depicts an urban scene from what appears to be the late 19th or early 20th century. It shows a densely built area with wooden housing structures in a state of disrepair. These buildings are likely tenements, characterized by their crowded and run-down condition. Clothes are hanging on a line outside one of the structures on the left, indicating a lack of indoor facilities for laundry. The image captures various makeshift constructions, such as wooden fences and precarious walkways. Stairs lead up to one of the higher stories, hinting at multiple families or individuals living within the cramped quarters. It's a revealing glimpse of urban poverty from a historical perspective, highlighting the living conditions of lower-income residents during that era. In the background, more robust brick buildings can be seen, contrasting with the wooden tenements in the foreground.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a densely populated urban area, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. The scene is characterized by a mix of wooden and brick buildings, with a focus on the living conditions of the residents.

In the foreground, a wooden building stands out, featuring a sloping roof and a small porch. A clothesline stretches across the front of the building, with several garments hanging from it. To the left of the building, a wooden fence is visible, with a sign that reads "ROYAL PHOTO CO" in white letters.

Beyond the fence, a group of people can be seen gathered in front of another building, which appears to be a tenement or apartment complex. The building has a steeply pitched roof and multiple chimneys, suggesting that it may have been used for residential purposes.

In the background, several other buildings are visible, including a large brick structure that appears to be a commercial or industrial building. The sky above is overcast, adding to the somber and atmospheric tone of the image.

Overall, the photograph provides a glimpse into the lives of people living in urban poverty during the late 19th or early 20th century. It highlights the cramped and unsanitary conditions in which many people were forced to live, as well as the lack of access to basic amenities such as clean water and sanitation.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a densely populated urban area, characterized by closely packed buildings and a sense of disarray. The scene is dominated by a large, two-story structure with a gable roof, which appears to be in a state of disrepair. The building's walls are constructed from wood, and its roof is covered in shingles. A staircase leads up to the second floor, while a clothesline stretches across the front of the building, with several items hanging from it.

In the foreground, a collection of wooden planks and debris is scattered about, suggesting that construction or demolition work may be underway. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of neglect and decay, with the buildings and surroundings appearing worn and weathered. The photograph provides a glimpse into the living conditions of the time, highlighting the challenges faced by those who called this urban area home.

Amazon Nova

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

The black-and-white photo shows a top view of a narrow alley with a few houses on both sides. The houses are made of wood, and some of them have stairs leading to the upper floors. The alley is surrounded by a wooden fence, and there are clothes hanging on the fence. The houses have chimneys on the roofs. In the distance, there are more houses, and one of them has a balcony.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph that captures a scene of a crowded urban area with several buildings and structures. The photograph appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the style and composition of the image.

In the foreground, there is a wooden fence that separates the viewer from the scene. Beyond the fence, there is a small building with a slanted roof and a wooden staircase leading up to the entrance. The building appears to be in a state of disrepair, with some of the wooden planks on the exterior walls missing or damaged.

To the right of the building, there is a narrow alleyway that leads to another structure. This structure appears to be a small house or shed, with a slanted roof and a door at the front. There are several items hanging on the clothesline outside the structure, including what appear to be pieces of clothing.

In the background, there are several other buildings, including a tall brick building with several windows. The buildings in the background appear to be more modern and well-maintained compared to the structures in the foreground.

Overall, the image depicts a scene of urban poverty and neglect, with the buildings and structures in a state of disrepair and the people living in the area facing difficult living conditions. The photograph serves as a historical record of a time and place that has since changed significantly.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-08

Here is a description of the image:

The photograph, in black and white, presents a densely packed urban scene, likely an alley or backyard area in a city neighborhood. It appears to be an older image, possibly from the early to mid-20th century, judging by the style of the buildings and the overall tone.

The scene is dominated by a jumble of interconnected structures, including wooden buildings, sheds, and various add-ons. The buildings have pitched roofs, and some show signs of aging and weathering. The composition of the structures is chaotic, with wooden beams and planks crisscrossing in different directions.

Lines of laundry are strung between buildings, with various pieces of clothing hanging to dry. This detail suggests the close living quarters and the necessity of utilizing every available space.

The area is cluttered with various objects and debris. There are wooden fences, makeshift roofs, and what appears to be a collection of birdhouses or small structures stacked on top of each other. A tall brick building is visible in the background, contrasting with the smaller wooden structures in the foreground.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of urban density, poverty, and makeshift living conditions, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-08

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a historical black and white photograph of a crowded and run-down urban scene. The conditions seem to reflect poverty and lack of resources.

Key Elements:

  • Buildings: The primary subject is a cluster of buildings with a mix of architectural styles. The structures look aged and worn. One building has a gabled roof, typical of older residential structures.
  • Exterior Features: Laundry is hung out to dry on clotheslines. The scene appears to be an area densely packed with housing.
  • Materials: The structures seem to be made of wood.
  • Setting: The setting is likely an alley or a densely populated residential area, based on the close proximity of the buildings.
  • Details: There's a small telephone pole visible in the top of the scene. The overall impression is one of a crowded and possibly impoverished urban environment.

Let me know if you would like a more in-depth analysis of any specific part!

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a historical scene of a densely populated urban area, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. The photograph captures a series of wooden structures, including houses and makeshift dwellings, which appear to be in a state of disrepair. The buildings are closely packed together, with narrow alleyways and staircases connecting them.

Several people can be seen in the image, engaged in various activities. Some individuals are standing and conversing, while others appear to be working or going about their daily routines. Clothes are hanging on lines, suggesting laundry activities. The overall scene conveys a sense of crowded living conditions and modest, if not impoverished, circumstances.

The structures are a mix of wood and brick, with some showing signs of wear and tear. The photograph is labeled "Royal Photo Co. 1913 N.Y." at the bottom left corner, indicating it was taken by the Royal Photo Company in New York in 1913. This suggests that the image likely represents a tenement or slum area in New York City during that time period.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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