Human Generated Data

Title

Chicago 12

Date

1948, printed later

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Carl Chiarenza and Heidi Katz, P2000.121

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Human Generated Data

Title

Chicago 12

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Date

1948, printed later

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Carl Chiarenza and Heidi Katz, P2000.121

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-23

Tarmac 98
Asphalt 98
Art 89.7
Road 88.5
Text 64.2
Home Decor 62.5
Wall 58.8
Zebra Crossing 57.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

dirty 97.7
no person 97.7
texture 96.8
dark 96.5
rough 96
old 95.4
abstract 95
urban 94.3
desktop 93.5
monochrome 92.9
stone 91.4
empty 91
retro 90.2
street 88.8
architecture 88.6
winter 88.2
pattern 88
wallpaper 87.1
sooty 86.8
wall 86.7

Imagga
created on 2022-01-23

grunge 46.8
texture 41
rough 40.1
old 39.7
dirty 35.2
structure 34.7
pattern 34.2
wall 33.4
aged 31.7
textured 31.6
vintage 29.8
weathered 29.4
grungy 28.5
antique 27.7
surface 27.3
fountain 25.4
stone 24.8
material 24.1
stained 23.1
paint 22.6
hole 21.4
rust 20.2
detail 20.1
damaged 20
retro 18.8
memorial 18.2
ancient 18.2
frame 17.5
worn 17.2
gravestone 17.1
close 16.6
stain 16.3
canvas 16.1
black 15.7
paper 14.9
backdrop 14.8
design 14.6
wallpaper 14.6
border 14.5
rusty 14.3
brown 14
art 13.7
messy 13.5
aging 13.4
text 13.1
backgrounds 13
color 12.8
cemetery 12.3
scratch 11.7
decorative 11.7
cracked 11.7
space 11.6
concrete 11.5
closeup 11.5
metal 11.3
blank 11.1
exterior 11.1
ice 10.9
dark 10.9
gray 10.8
screen 10.6
dirt 10.5
iron 10.5
building 10.4
cement 10.3
architecture 10.2
metallic 10.1
burnt 9.7
obsolete 9.6
water 9.3
decoration 9.1
industrial 9.1
wet 8.9
corrosion 8.9
burned 8.8
torn 8.7
detailed 8.7
parchment 8.6
industry 8.5
floor 8.4
wood 8.3
history 8
steel 8
scratched 7.8
decay 7.7
construction 7.7
brick 7.7
window screen 7.5
natural 7.4
digital 7.3
cobweb 7.2
spider web 7.1

Google
created on 2022-01-23

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-23

text 98.6
abstract 89.2
window 82.1
drawing 76.4
black and white 65.1
rain 58
stone 4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Painting

Clarifai

Poster

AWS Rekognition

Painting 89.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-23

streetview architecture 92.8%
interior objects 3.5%
nature landscape 1.7%
paintings art 1.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-23

a close up of a window 58.1%
an old photo of a person 48.4%
a person standing in front of a window 28.6%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-13

the original drawing of the car.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a black and white photograph of a man in a suit and tie

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image features a textured surface resembling a dark wall or pavement. The dominant tones are black and gray, with what appears to be a lighter vertical streak or band running from the top to the bottom on the right-hand side. The surface has rough textures, cracks, and imperfections that give it an organic, weathered appearance. Near the bottom left, faint markings are visible, including a text or stamp, which reads "DOS INDEX," though it is partially obscured. The aesthetic evokes an abstract or industrial feel, potentially reminiscent of minimalist art or photography focused on textures and contrasts.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image appears to be an abstract black and white photograph of a textured surface, possibly a concrete wall or pavement. The surface shows contrasting areas; the left side features dark and rough textures with hints of lighter streaks, while the right side has a prominent vertical white streak running from top to bottom. This white streak may represent a mark or painted line, and it stands out against the otherwise dark background. Subtle details can be observed within the texture, giving the image a sense of depth and complexity. Near the bottom, there seems to be some faded text or symbols imprinted on the surface, but they are not clearly legible. Overall, the photograph emphasizes texture, contrast, and abstract form.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting two distinct shapes or structures. One shape is darker and more irregular, while the other is lighter and more linear. The overall composition creates a striking contrast between the two elements, with a sense of depth and texture in the image. The image has a moody, atmospheric quality, suggesting an abstract or minimalist style.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a textured wall or surface. The image has strong contrast between dark and light areas, with a prominent bright vertical streak or shaft of light on the right side. There are also some cracks or lines visible in the darker areas of the wall, and the surface appears to have a rough, possibly concrete-like texture. The composition is abstract and geometric in nature, focusing on the interplay between light, shadow, and texture. The image has a gritty, industrial quality to it.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a wall or surface with visible cracks and scratches. The surface is dark gray, with a lighter gray vertical stripe on the right side. There are several cracks and scratches throughout the surface, giving it a worn and aged appearance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of decay and neglect, as if the surface has been exposed to the elements for an extended period of time.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a concrete wall with a prominent vertical white stripe. The wall appears to be made of rough, textured concrete and features several cracks and imperfections. The white stripe, which is roughly one-third of the way from the right edge of the image, is irregularly shaped and has a rough, uneven texture. It may be a patch of paint or a reflection of light on the wall's surface.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is some faint text that is difficult to read. It appears to be a series of numbers and letters, but they are not clearly legible. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of industrial or urban decay, with the rough texture of the concrete and the presence of cracks and imperfections suggesting a sense of neglect or abandonment.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a concrete surface. The surface is cracked and weathered, with a prominent vertical crack running down the center. The crack is filled with a white substance, possibly cement or mortar. The surface is uneven, with some areas appearing smooth and others rough and textured. The image has a grainy, textured quality, suggesting it may have been taken with a vintage camera or processed using an old-fashioned technique. The overall mood of the image is somber and reflective, evoking a sense of decay and neglect.

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

The image is a black and white photograph with a monochromatic color scheme. The photograph is taken from a low angle, showing a dark surface with a white line running through the middle. The white line is a long, thin object that appears to be a pole or a stick. The surface has a rough texture, with visible cracks and holes. The image is framed by a white border, giving it a clean and minimalist look.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The black and white photo shows a close-up view of a wall, likely concrete, with significant texture and markings. On the left side, the wall is predominantly dark with visible cracks and what appears to be the faded stencil of the words "POS UNDER." To the right, a wide, vertical section is much lighter in tone, perhaps indicating a repair or an area where something was previously attached or removed. The stark contrast between the dark and light sections, coupled with the textures and markings, creates a visually striking image with a strong sense of age and history.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a high-contrast, black and white photograph that appears to be an abstract representation of a textured surface. The focus is on the play of light and shadow, and the tactile quality of the material.

Visual Elements:

  • Texture: The surface is heavily textured, with a rough and uneven appearance. It could be a close-up of concrete, asphalt, or some other coarse material.
  • Light and Shadow: The photograph is dominated by strong contrasts between light and dark areas. A large, bright, vertical area occupies a significant portion of the frame. The shadows around it make the texture more visible.
  • Shape: The image features a prominent, long, vertical white shape. There's a sense of both organic and artificial elements. The vertical element resembles a pathway or a road, but its outline and rough texture add an abstract element.
  • Details: The word "POST" and "UNDER" can be seen faintly in black text.

Overall Interpretation:

The image appears to be an artistic exploration of texture, light, and form. The artist is emphasizing the physical qualities of the surface and the visual impact of the contrast between light and shadow.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts two distinct footprints on a dark, textured surface. The footprints are illuminated from the side, creating a stark contrast between the light and dark areas. The footprints appear to be made by bare feet, with the toes, heels, and the arch of the foot clearly visible. The texture of the surface suggests it might be sand, soil, or some other granular material. The lighting accentuates the details of the footprints, making them stand out against the darker background. The overall composition is in black and white, which adds to the dramatic effect of the image.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a textured surface, possibly concrete or a similar material. The surface is rough and uneven, with cracks and markings visible throughout. The central part of the image features a vertical streak, which could be caused by a light source or a reflection. There are also some faint markings or graffiti on the surface, though the text is not entirely clear due to the texture and lighting. The overall tone of the image is dark, with variations in shades of gray that emphasize the rough texture of the material.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This black-and-white image shows a textured, weathered surface with prominent cracks and crevices. The surface appears rough and worn, possibly resembling stone or concrete. There are two distinct light streaks or shadows on the surface, one on the left side and another on the right side, both casting a bright, almost white glow against the darker background. The light streaks seem to be highlighting the texture and depth of the cracks. The overall mood of the image is somber and dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and shadow.

Text analysis

Amazon

POS
UNDER T

Google

UNDE
UNDE