Human Generated Data

Title

Old and New Newark (panels 1 and 2)

Date

1938

People

Artist: Alexander Alland, American 1902 - 1989

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, by exchange, P2000.34.1

Copyright

© Sonia Alland

Human Generated Data

Title

Old and New Newark (panels 1 and 2)

People

Artist: Alexander Alland, American 1902 - 1989

Date

1938

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, by exchange, P2000.34.1

Copyright

© Sonia Alland

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Building 96.2
Nature 96
Outdoors 93.2
Neighborhood 83.7
Urban 83.7
Spire 82.1
Steeple 82.1
Architecture 82.1
Tower 82.1
Housing 80.4
Shelter 80.3
Countryside 80.3
Rural 80.3
Scenery 79.6
Landscape 72
Art 66.4
Bird 65.6
Animal 65.6
Bird 62.9
Handrail 59.3
Banister 59.3
Office Building 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

sepia 99.4
no person 99.3
street 99.1
monochrome 98.6
old 98.1
vintage 97.9
architecture 96.8
retro 96.5
art 94.9
home 94.9
people 94.7
black and white 94.2
town 93
antique 92.2
two 91.2
sepia pigment 90.9
travel 89.9
print 88.8
house 88.8
building 87.4

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

architecture 80.7
building 75.1
palace 68.8
house 55.3
residence 54.4
city 39.1
tower 36.7
landmark 36.1
tourism 33
structure 32.4
travel 30.3
old 28.6
history 27.8
dwelling 27
facade 25.2
famous 25.1
historic 23.9
sky 23.7
balcony 23.1
exterior 20.3
urban 20.1
tourist 20
buildings 19.9
monument 18.7
church 17.6
town 16.7
window 16.3
bridge 16.1
brick 16
cathedral 15.7
housing 15.5
capital 15.2
construction 14.6
religion 14.4
england 14.3
place 14
stone 13.7
historical 13.2
sketch 13.2
attraction 12.4
cityscape 12.3
ancient 12.1
street 12
dome 11.9
windows 11.5
drawing 11.2
roof 11.2
culture 11.1
square 10.9
cities 9.8
houses 9.7
antique 9.5
tall 9.4
vintage 9.1
sightseeing 8.8
outdoors 8.2
representation 8.2
river 8
high 7.8
medieval 7.7
great 7.7
traditional 7.5
museum 7.2
hall 7.1
day 7.1

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Cloud 91.9
Building 91.4
Sky 90.1
Window 85.5
Architecture 85.3
Art 82
Line 81.8
Painting 79.9
Tower 78.5
Tints and shades 76.1
Facade 74.4
Illustration 72.1
Drawing 69.7
Medieval architecture 69.2
Visual arts 68.9
City 68.7
Paper product 67.5
History 66.3
Spire 65.7
Printmaking 65

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 96.9
drawing 94.8
house 94.5
sketch 78.9
painting 68.7
building 63.9
cartoon 60.7
nostalgia 53.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird
Bird 65.6%
Bird 62.9%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-09

a sign on the side of a building 90.7%
a sign in front of a building 88.9%
a sign on a building 87.5%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a black and white photo of a church steeple -100%

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of a quaint, small town or village, possibly in Europe. The scene is dominated by a tall, pointed church steeple in the center, surrounded by various buildings of different sizes and architectural styles. The buildings are constructed from brick, wood, and stone, with some featuring pitched roofs and chimneys.

In the foreground, a narrow street or alley runs along the left side of the image, lined with buildings that appear to be shops or homes. A bicycle is visible in the bottom-left corner, adding a touch of modernity to the otherwise old-fashioned scene.

The background of the image features a serene landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a body of water, possibly a river or lake. The sky above is cloudy, with birds flying overhead, adding a sense of movement and life to the scene.

Overall, the image presents a charming and peaceful portrayal of a small town or village, evoking a sense of nostalgia and tranquility.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a sepia-toned, arched photograph of a village scene. The photograph features a church steeple in the center, surrounded by various buildings and a body of water in the background. The sky above is cloudy, with birds flying overhead.

In the foreground, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a shop or store with a sign that reads "PRUDEN ALLING MERCHANTS." There is also a building with a sign that says "LA PADE" and another with a sign that reads "TAPADE."

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a peaceful and serene village setting, with the church steeple serving as a central focal point. The sepia tone gives the image a nostalgic and vintage feel, evoking a sense of history and tradition.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a collage of a town with various buildings and structures. The collage has a monochromatic, black-and-white filter, giving it an old-fashioned look. The collage features a street with buildings on either side, a church with a steeple, and a few houses. The buildings are arranged in a way that creates a sense of depth and perspective. The collage also includes a few birds flying in the sky, adding a sense of movement and life to the scene.

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

The image shows a black-and-white illustration of a village with a church in the middle. The church has a steeple, and there are houses on both sides of the street. The houses are of different sizes and styles, and some have chimneys. The street is wet, and there is a fence on the right side. There is a signboard with the text "Prude Along" on the left side. There are birds flying in the sky.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

This black-and-white image depicts a vintage town scene, likely dating back to the 19th or early 20th century.

In the foreground, there's a street scene with various buildings and businesses. On the left, a store with the sign "PRUDEN ALLING - MERCHANT" is visible, and a young girl stands in the doorway. The shops look like they are located in a small town. There's an ornate street lamp and a glimpse of a cartwheel near the bottom left.

As the street extends into the background, it reveals a cityscape. In the distance, a tall church steeple with a cross on top stands out against the sky. The background also features a body of water, possibly a lake or river, with trees along the shore. The sky is cloudy, and a few birds are seen flying overhead.

The image is a composite, as indicated by the varying perspectives and the way the different elements are pieced together. The overall impression is a nostalgic view of a historical town, and the details in the architecture and signage lend a sense of authenticity to the scene.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white depiction of a historical townscape, likely a drawing or engraving. It features a variety of architectural styles and elements, suggesting a period likely before the 20th century. Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Overall Composition: The artwork has a slightly arched top, with the main focus on a street scene that descends into the distance. The perspective is strong, drawing the viewer's eye into the image.
  • Buildings: The buildings are the primary focus. They vary in style and material, including brick and wood. There is a prominent brick building with "PRUDEN ALLING-MERCHANT" inscribed on a sign. A small child can be seen standing in one of the entrances. Another building has a sign that reads "TA PADE/REPAREIRETLYO."
  • Church: A tall church spire with a cross on top dominates the background. The church is a stone structure.
  • Road/Street: The street appears to be cobblestone or similar, with a gentle downward slope.
  • Details: Additional elements, such as a street lamp, a wooden fence, and a wagon wheel are visible.
  • Sky and Landscape: The upper portion of the image depicts a cloudy sky with a few birds flying. Behind the town, there is a wide body of water, possibly a river, with distant treeline.

The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and historical charm, capturing the architecture and ambiance of a bygone era.

Mistral Pixtral

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

This image depicts a picturesque, vintage-style illustration of a quaint village scene. The setting appears to be from a bygone era, possibly the early 20th century, given the architectural style and the overall ambiance.

Key features include:

  1. Buildings: The village comprises a variety of buildings with distinct architectural styles. Prominent among them is a building with a sign that reads "Bruder & Sons," likely indicating a local business or shop. The structures are made of brick and wood, with some showing intricate detailing and gabled roofs.

  2. Church: A notable feature is a church with a tall, pointed steeple, which stands out in the background. The church has a stone facade and appears to be a central structure in the village.

  3. Street and Pathways: The street is narrow and winding, lined with buildings on both sides. There is a pathway leading up to the church, suggesting it is a focal point of the community.

  4. Natural Elements: The scene includes a body of water, likely a river or lake, in the background, adding to the serene atmosphere. Trees and foliage are also visible, enhancing the rural charm.

  5. Sky and Birds: The sky is partly cloudy with a few birds flying, adding a sense of life and movement to the scene.

  6. Signage: There is a sign on one of the buildings that reads "Papeterie," indicating the presence of a stationery shop.

  7. Additional Details: A bicycle is parked against a wall, and a street lamp is visible, adding to the historical and nostalgic feel of the illustration.

Overall, the image captures a peaceful and idyllic village scene, rich in detail and evocative of a simpler time.

Text analysis

Amazon

PRUDEN
PADE
T.A. PADE
T.A.
EFICE
SPURINGMETLYD

Google

PRODEN ALLING HERGAST SA.PADE RINCETLYA
PRODEN
ALLING
HERGAST
SA.PADE
RINCETLYA