Human Generated Data

Title

Main Street, Oil Boom Town, Freer, Texas (men in front of the pool hall and Rainbow Cafe)

Date

March 1937

People

Artist: Carl Mydans, American 1907 - 2004

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the Estate of Carl Mydans, P2005.37

Human Generated Data

Title

Main Street, Oil Boom Town, Freer, Texas (men in front of the pool hall and Rainbow Cafe)

People

Artist: Carl Mydans, American 1907 - 2004

Date

March 1937

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the Estate of Carl Mydans, P2005.37

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-08

Human 99.5
Canine 92.4
Mammal 92.4
Pet 92.4
Animal 92.4
Apparel 85.5
Clothing 85.5
Shorts 85.5
Machine 82.3
Porch 79.3
Vehicle 78.2
Transportation 78.2
Urban 71.4
Path 71
Patio 68.6
Outdoors 66.3
Pedestrian 65.7
Building 63.6
Rural 63.6
Nature 63.6
Shelter 63.6
Countryside 63.6
Town 58.9
City 58.9
Automobile 57.1
Pergola 56.3
Road 55.4
Street 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-09

people 99.7
group together 97.3
group 97
adult 96
street 95.2
two 94.5
man 93.5
many 92.9
four 90.9
one 90.5
several 88.1
wear 83.9
three 83.9
woman 83.2
vehicle 82.7
transportation system 81.8
stock 79.7
war 79.2
monochrome 78.4
home 76.5

Imagga
created on 2018-02-09

pier 39.1
architecture 37.7
building 31
support 29.9
city 29.1
device 26.9
column 23.8
landmark 23.5
old 23
monument 20.5
travel 19
temple 17.3
ancient 17.3
history 17
workshop 16.9
structure 16.8
historic 16.5
tourism 16.5
bell 14.7
urban 14
famous 13.9
construction 13.7
sky 12.8
bridge 12.7
stone 12.7
culture 12
street 12
religion 11.6
buildings 11.3
historical 11.3
town 11.1
wall 11.1
sculpture 10.6
architectural 10.6
facade 10.6
china 10.3
shop 9.7
hook 9.6
statue 9.5
door 9.5
exterior 9.2
tourist 9.1
outdoors 9
metal 8.8
arch 8.8
prayer 8.7
palace 8.7
outside 8.6
religious 8.4
place 8.4
house 8.4
gate 8.3
traditional 8.3
light 8
art 7.8
antique 7.8
modern 7.7
attraction 7.6
wood 7.5
window 7.4
detail 7.2
tower 7.2

Google
created on 2018-02-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-09

outdoor 99
white 79.9
black 75.2
way 46.6
sidewalk 31.7

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 48-68
Gender Male, 54.9%
Surprised 45.1%
Angry 45.2%
Sad 45.3%
Calm 54.3%
Disgusted 45%
Confused 45.1%
Happy 45.1%

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 54.1%
Confused 45.6%
Surprised 45.4%
Happy 45.3%
Angry 47.1%
Disgusted 45.6%
Sad 48.1%
Calm 47.9%

AWS Rekognition

Age 26-43
Gender Male, 53.2%
Confused 45.2%
Sad 45.5%
Calm 51.7%
Surprised 45.4%
Disgusted 45.8%
Angry 46.1%
Happy 45.2%

AWS Rekognition

Age 38-59
Gender Male, 50.5%
Angry 49.5%
Calm 49.8%
Sad 49.7%
Happy 49.9%
Confused 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Disgusted 49.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-38
Gender Male, 54.8%
Angry 46%
Disgusted 45.6%
Happy 50.4%
Sad 45.7%
Calm 45.6%
Confused 45.8%
Surprised 45.9%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Dog
Wheel
Truck
Car

Clarifai

Man
Clothing
Footwear
Building
Wheel
Human face
Human leg

AWS Rekognition

Person 99.5%

AWS Rekognition

Person 99.3%

AWS Rekognition

Person 98.9%

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.4%

AWS Rekognition

Person 91.8%

AWS Rekognition

Dog 92.4%

AWS Rekognition

Wheel 82.3%

AWS Rekognition

Wheel 63.1%

AWS Rekognition

Truck 78.2%

AWS Rekognition

Car 57.1%

Clarifai

Man 90.3%

Clarifai

Man 78.1%

Clarifai

Man 62.9%

Clarifai

Man 61.9%

Clarifai

Man 57.2%

Clarifai

Man 52.7%

Clarifai

Man 37.8%

Clarifai

Man 35.5%

Clarifai

Man 34.3%

Clarifai

Clothing 82.7%

Clarifai

Clothing 62.4%

Clarifai

Footwear 69%

Clarifai

Footwear 68.7%

Clarifai

Footwear 61.5%

Clarifai

Footwear 61.4%

Clarifai

Footwear 61.1%

Clarifai

Footwear 55.2%

Clarifai

Footwear 50%

Clarifai

Footwear 42.8%

Clarifai

Footwear 34.7%

Clarifai

Footwear 34.1%

Clarifai

Building 62.1%

Clarifai

Building 42.9%

Clarifai

Wheel 43.5%

Clarifai

Wheel 39.8%

Clarifai

Wheel 36.7%

Clarifai

Wheel 36%

Clarifai

Wheel 33.2%

Clarifai

Human face 39.7%

Clarifai

Human leg 37.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-02-09

streetview architecture 99.8%
paintings art 0.1%

Captions

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-02

a photograph of a group of men standing outside of a building

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-01

a black and white photo of a man standing outside a store

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

The image depicts a rural street scene with a group of men wearing cowboy hats gathered under a wooden awning near a building. The building to the right has signs advertising Coca-Cola and other items, and there is a dog lying on the ground in the foreground. The street is muddy, with vintage vehicles and buildings visible in the background, including a market and cafe. The setting reflects a typical small-town atmosphere, likely in the mid-20th century.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image depicts a street scene outside a series of small businesses. The foreground features a wooden porch, with a Coca-Cola sign hanging above. A group of men is gathered under the overhang of a building labeled "Rainbow Cafe," with signs for check cashing visible. The street appears muddy, indicating recent rain or poor road conditions, with old-fashioned automobiles parked along the side. In the foreground, a man stands near a small dog lying on the wooden porch, and various vintage advertisements are visible, including one for Texas beer prices on the building's exterior. The overall scene gives an impression of a mid-20th century rural town.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be from an earlier era, likely the 1930s or 1940s. The image shows a covered wooden sidewalk or storefront porch with several wooden support posts. There are various people standing along the walkway, dressed in typical period clothing including hats and casual wear. In the background, you can see signs for a "Rainbow Cafe" and a Coca-Cola advertisement. There's also what appears to be a grocery market mentioned on one of the signs. The street appears to be unpaved, with some old automobiles visible in the background. The scene has a distinctly rural or small-town American feel to it, with the wooden boardwalk protecting pedestrians from what appears to be a muddy or dusty street.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-26

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be from the early-mid 20th century. It shows a wooden sidewalk or storefront porch with several people standing under its overhang. There's a Coca-Cola sign visible on the right, and a "Rainbow Cafe" sign can be seen in the background. A dog is lying on the wooden planks of the walkway. The street appears to be unpaved and muddy, with some old cars visible in the background. There's also what looks like a "Groceries Market" sign visible in the distance. The scene has a distinctly rural or small-town American feel to it, typical of Depression-era photography.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

This black and white image depicts a street scene in what appears to be a small town in the early to mid-20th century. The image shows a row of shops and businesses lining the street, including a "Rainbow Cafe" and a sign advertising Coca-Cola. A group of men in hats and casual attire can be seen standing and congregating outside the buildings. In the foreground, there is a dog lying on the ground. The overall scene conveys a sense of activity and life in a rural or small-town setting from a bygone era.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a group of men standing outside a building with a sign that reads "Rainbow Cafe." The men are dressed in casual attire, including hats and jackets, and appear to be engaged in conversation.

In the foreground, a man walks by with his hands in his pockets, accompanied by a dog lying on the ground. The background of the image features a dirt road, a few cars, and other buildings, including a grocery market. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a small town or rural setting, possibly during the mid-20th century.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a man walking down a dirt road in front of a storefront, with a group of men standing in the doorway and a sign that reads "Drink Coca-Cola" above them.

  • The man is wearing a hat, a dark jacket, and light-colored pants. He has his hands in his pockets and is looking down at the ground as he walks.
  • The storefront has a wooden awning and a sign that reads "Rainbow Cafe." There are several men standing in the doorway, all of whom are wearing hats and casual clothing. They appear to be engaged in conversation.
  • To the left of the storefront, there is a dirt road with a few cars parked along it. In the background, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a grocery store or market.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a small town or rural area, possibly during the 1940s or 1950s based on the clothing and vehicles depicted.

The image captures a moment in time in a small town or rural area, with a focus on the daily lives of the people who live there.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a scene from a small town or a rural area. The central focus of the image is a group of men standing on the sidewalk in front of a building with a wooden awning. The men are wearing hats and appear to be engaged in conversation. The building has a sign that reads "DRINK Coca-Cola," indicating it might be a store or a café. A dog is lying on the ground near the entrance of the building. The street is empty, and there are several cars parked in the background, along with a few utility poles and wires. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of casual interaction and a sense of community.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The black-and-white photo shows a man wearing a hat standing in front of a store with other men. The store has a Coca-Cola sign and a sign that reads "RAINBOW CAFE." There are several cars parked in front of the store. There is a dog lying on the ground in front of the store. There are other buildings in the distance, including a grocery market.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-03

Certainly! Here's a description of the image you provided:

General Impression:

The black and white photograph presents a scene in a small, seemingly rural town, possibly during the mid-20th century. The atmosphere is somewhat bleak, and the setting seems weathered and perhaps economically depressed.

Detailed Description:

  • Setting: The foreground is dominated by a muddy, unpaved area. A wooden structure with an overhanging porch runs along the right side of the image. Signs above the buildings read "Rainbow Hall", "Rainbow Cafe", and "Check Exchange." A "Grocery Market" can be seen in the background, along with what appears to be an oil derrick.
  • People: A line of men, most wearing hats and work clothes, stands under the porch. An older man in a hat and jacket stands further forward, leaning against a porch support.
  • Objects:
    • An old Coca-Cola sign hangs on the corner of the building.
    • Vintage cars are parked in the muddy area.
    • A dog lies on the ground near the man in the jacket.
    • A ladder leans against the building.
  • Composition: The photograph is framed by a wooden post in the immediate foreground, which adds depth to the shot. The line of men and the details of the buildings draw the eye into the image.
  • Overall Tone: The image evokes a sense of hard times or a struggling community. The unpaved streets and worn buildings contrast with the commercial signs, suggesting an era of transition or economic difficulty.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-03

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a scene in what appears to be a small town, likely in the United States. The image evokes a sense of a historical era, perhaps the 1930s or 1940s, given the style of dress and the presence of vintage cars. The overall mood is somewhat somber, reflecting the conditions of the Great Depression or similar periods.

Composition and Details:

  • Foreground: The image is partially framed by what appears to be a wooden support beam of a building's awning on the left. On the right, the photograph highlights a row of buildings with a porch, overhanging awnings and Coca-Cola signs. A man in a hat stands leaning on a wooden post and a dog is lying at his feet. The ground is muddy, suggesting recent rain or poor drainage.
  • Midground: A group of men in work clothes and hats are standing in line along the sidewalk. They are likely waiting outside a business or establishment. The "Rainbow Cafe" sign is visible above the men.
  • Background: Beyond the sidewalk, more buildings line the street, including a "Grocery Market". There are several cars parked in the mud. A tall structure, likely a drilling rig, is visible in the distance.
  • Lighting and Atmosphere: The image is well-lit, with a focus on the group of men, and the buildings. The muddy ground adds a sense of hardship.

Key Elements and Potential Interpretations:

  • Economic Hardship: The muddy ground, the attire of the men, and the simple architecture of the town suggest a time of economic struggle.
  • Community: The men standing together and the presence of the cafe indicate a sense of community.
  • Historical Context: The photograph likely captures a moment in time in a small town, providing a glimpse into daily life in a particular era.

In conclusion, the photograph is a vivid depiction of a historical scene, capturing elements of everyday life and the economic conditions of a bygone era.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The black-and-white photograph depicts a scene from what appears to be a small town in the early to mid-20th century. The image shows a group of men standing and walking under a covered sidewalk. The men are dressed in typical attire of the era, including hats, jackets, and trousers.

The setting includes several storefronts, with signs indicating the presence of a "Rainbow Cafe," a "Pool Hall," and a "Coca-Cola" advertisement. The Coca-Cola sign is prominently displayed on the right side of the image.

In the background, there are several vintage cars parked on a dirt road, suggesting a rural or semi-rural location. The buildings and vehicles in the background give a sense of the town's architecture and lifestyle during that period.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet, everyday moment in a small town, with people going about their daily activities. The presence of the covered sidewalk indicates that the town may have been designed to provide some protection from the elements for pedestrians.

Qwen

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting an old-fashioned small-town setting. It features a group of men standing on a porch of a building with a sign that reads "Rainbow Cafe." The porch is supported by wooden pillars, and there is a Coca-Cola sign visible, indicating the presence of a soda pop advertisement. The ground appears to be muddy, suggesting recent rain or poor drainage. A man wearing a wide-brimmed hat and casual clothing is standing in the foreground, leaning against the porch railing, with his hands in his pockets. Another individual is seen lying on the ground near the porch, possibly a dog. The street in the background shows old-fashioned vehicles and another building labeled "Grocery Market." The overall atmosphere of the image evokes a sense of rural life from a bygone era.

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

This black-and-white image depicts a scene from a small town, likely from the early to mid-20th century. In the foreground, a man wearing a fedora hat and a jacket stands leaning against a wooden post on a wooden boardwalk. A dog lies on the ground near his feet. Behind him, a group of men, some wearing hats and others not, are standing and talking under the awning of a building that has a sign reading "Rainbow Cafe."

The building also has advertisements for Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper. The street is unpaved and appears muddy. Several old-fashioned cars are parked along the street. In the background, there are other buildings, including one with a sign that reads "Grocery Market." The overall atmosphere suggests a quiet, rural town setting.

Text analysis

Amazon

DRINK
CHEC
RAINBOW
GROERY
KAINBOW
CHEC HANG RAINBOW
Coca- Cola
GROERY .MARKET
KAINBOW RAIIN
.MARKET
HANG
RAIIN
CAFE
ha

Google

DRINK RAINBOW CARE HAN CHEC MARKEY
DRINK
RAINBOW
CARE
HAN
CHEC
MARKEY