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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Buddhist altar, Japan)

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4513.6

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Buddhist altar, Japan)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.4513.6

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-05

Door 97.1
Gate 94.2
Architecture 88.8
Cross 87.1
Symbol 87.1
Altar 83.7
Church 83.7
Prayer 83.7
Outdoors 62.4
Crypt 57.5
Alloy Wheel 57.3
Car 57.3
Car Wheel 57.3
Machine 57.3
Spoke 57.3
Tire 57.3
Transportation 57.3
Vehicle 57.3
Wheel 57.3
Arch 56.3
Monastery 55.9

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

no person 98.3
architecture 96.6
door 96.3
wood 95.2
old 94.4
vintage 94.3
retro 94
building 92.3
house 92.2
monochrome 90.6
doorway 90.6
abandoned 89.5
empty 88
window 87.3
dirty 86.8
entrance 86.6
antique 85.9
gate 85.7
wall 85.4
travel 84.9

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

door 49
architecture 39.5
building 38.1
window 34.9
elevator 31.3
house 31
wall 30.3
old 28.6
sliding door 27.9
device 25.9
lifting device 25.1
structure 23.6
home 20.7
movable barrier 20.6
wood 19.2
construction 18
interior 17.7
historic 14.7
barrier 14.4
city 14.1
urban 14
stone 13.5
residential 13.4
new 13
light 12.7
sky 12.1
ancient 12.1
frame 11.6
wooden 11.4
texture 11.1
exterior 11.1
travel 10.6
furniture 10.3
gate 10
vintage 9.9
history 9.8
modern 9.8
locker 9.8
abandoned 9.8
metal 9.7
glass 9.4
street 9.2
greenhouse 9
prison 8.9
detail 8.8
steel 8.8
room 8.8
entrance 8.7
architectural 8.6
space 8.5
fastener 8.4
design 8.4
floor 8.4
facade 8.2
landmark 8.1
sunlight 8
office 7.9
doors 7.9
empty 7.7
industry 7.7
grunge 7.7
antique 7.6
china cabinet 7.6
brick 7.5
classic 7.4
tourism 7.4
retro 7.4
obstruction 7.4
square 7.2
black 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

white 68.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building

Clarifai

Door
Furniture

AWS Rekognition

Building 88.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

streetview architecture 99.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a black and white photo of a building 81.5%
a train sitting on the side of a building 30.3%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a door to a building with a door open

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-05

a black and white photo of a door with a chair in it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This image appears to be an inverted black-and-white negative of a structure's interior. Visible are wooden textures and architectural elements such as a pointed arch with curved edges and rails or bars forming a gate-like barrier. Beyond the gate is a symmetrical setup, possibly a shrine or altar, featuring a central focal point and objects arranged on platforms. The woodwork showcases intricate grain patterns, and there are stairs leading up to the gated area.

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white negative photo depicting what seems to be the interior of a small shrine or a symbolic wooden structure. The focus is centered on a series of wooden lattice gates leading into the interior, which narrows towards a back chamber. The structure has a distinct triangular shaped roof at the entrance with ornamental details. Inside, behind the gates, there are steps leading up to a raised platform. The platform contains religious or ceremonial objects — potentially candles or flowers — suggesting this might be a space intended for worship or ritual. The sides of the image show wooden walls with visible grain. The negative nature of the photo results in lighter sections appearing dark and vice versa, causing the wood grain and the details of the interior to stand out. The setting is traditional and possibly of East Asian origin, considering the architectural style.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an interior space. It shows a wooden structure with an ornate, arched doorway or entryway. The doorway has intricate architectural details and appears to be a traditional Japanese or Asian style. The background is dark and shadowy, creating a sense of mystery and age. The overall composition and lighting give the image a moody, atmospheric quality.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The black and white image shows the interior of a building, likely a church or chapel. The wooden walls have decorative paneling, and there is an ornate gate or screen at the end of the room, possibly leading to an altar area. The gate has intricate carvings and appears to be made of wood. Candle sconces are mounted on the walls, providing illumination. The overall aesthetic is rustic and traditional, suggesting this may be an older, historic building.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be an architectural detail or interior element from Harvard College. The image shows what looks like a decorative gate or screen with an ornate curved top piece and vertical slats or bars. The structure appears to be made of wood and features a classical or Georgian-style design typical of early American institutional architecture. The photograph has a somewhat ethereal quality due to the contrast between light and shadow, and the wooden surfaces show visible grain patterns. The image credit indicates it's from the Harvard University Art Museums collection.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden door with a decorative metal gate, set into a larger wooden frame. The door is positioned on the right side of the image, and the frame surrounds it on all sides.

  • The door itself is made of wood and has a simple design. It is not clear if the door is open or closed, as the image is in black and white and the details are not well-defined.
  • The metal gate is attached to the door and has a decorative design. It appears to be made of thin metal strips that are arranged in a grid pattern. The gate is slightly ajar, suggesting that the door may be open.
  • The larger wooden frame that surrounds the door is also made of wood and has a more complex design. It has a series of vertical and horizontal beams that are arranged in a geometric pattern. The frame is slightly weathered, with some scratches and scuffs visible on its surface.
  • In the background, there is a dark area that appears to be a wall or a surface. It is not clear what this area represents, but it may be part of the building or structure that the door is a part of.
  • Overall, the image suggests that the door is part of a larger structure or building, and that it may be used for entrance or exit purposes. The decorative metal gate adds a touch of elegance to the door, and the larger wooden frame provides a sense of stability and security.

In summary, the image is a black-and-white photograph of a wooden door with a decorative metal gate, set into a larger wooden frame. The door is positioned on the right side of the image, and the frame surrounds it on all sides. The door has a simple design, while the metal gate is more decorative and has a grid pattern. The larger wooden frame is weathered and has a geometric pattern. The background is dark and unclear, but it may be part of a building or structure.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a room with a large, ornate gate or doorway. The gate is positioned at the far end of the room and features a pointed archway with a decorative design at the top. It appears to be made of wood and has a series of vertical bars that form the gate itself.

In front of the gate, there is a small table or altar with various objects on it, although they are not clearly visible due to the distance and quality of the image. The room itself has a plain, wooden wall on the left side, while the right side is partially obscured by a pillar or column. The floor is covered with a rug or mat, adding warmth and texture to the space.

Overall, the image suggests that this room may be used for religious or ceremonial purposes, given the presence of the gate and the altar-like table. However, without more context or information, it is difficult to say for certain what the purpose of this room is or where it is located.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a monochromatic photograph of a traditional Japanese structure. The focus is on a small, ornate gate, which is made of wood and metal. The gate has intricate carvings and decorative elements, indicative of traditional Japanese architectural style. The gate is partially open, revealing a glimpse of what appears to be a small shrine or altar inside. The shrine is simple yet elegant, with a small basin and possibly a small bell hanging from the gate. The structure is surrounded by wooden walls, and there is a dark area on the left side of the image, possibly indicating an entrance or a shadow. The photograph has a watermark in the bottom left corner, indicating the copyright belongs to the President and Fellows of Harvard College, Harvard University Art Museums.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The black-and-white image shows a wooden structure with a door that is open. It is placed on the right side of the structure. The door is made of wood and has a metal grate on it. The door is also adorned with a metal design. The structure has a slanted roof. The structure is surrounded by a concrete wall. The image has a watermark on the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-23

The image is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a small, wooden shrine or altar. To the left of the shrine, there is a dark, textured surface that seems to be a wall or another solid structure. Adjacent to this, there's a wooden wall with vertical planks and distinct wood grain patterns.

The shrine itself is the focal point, featuring a traditional Japanese architectural style, characterized by its gabled roof with upturned eaves. The shrine is surrounded by a lattice or barred structure, suggesting a protective enclosure. Inside, there is what seems to be an offering table or platform, possibly with ceremonial items or decorations.

The overall composition suggests a peaceful or sacred space, possibly within a temple or religious setting. The negative contrast effect creates a striking visual, emphasizing the textures and details of the wooden structures. The image's aesthetic evokes a sense of history and reverence, likely captured in a traditional or cultural context.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-23

The image is a black and white negative photograph depicting an outdoor scene, likely in a traditional Japanese architectural style. Dominating the right side is a structure with a distinctive roofline, reminiscent of a small shrine or gate. This structure has a decorative, slightly curved roof with ornamental elements and appears to be made of light-colored wood.

The front of the structure seems to have a grilled opening, possibly an entrance. Behind it, inside the structure, is a table or platform.

To the left of the structure, there's a vertical wooden panel, composed of tightly-fitted planks with visible grain patterns. The background is somewhat blurred, suggesting an open or partially enclosed area. The image's overall tone and composition suggest it might be a photograph capturing a detail of Japanese architecture, possibly a small shrine or a building with religious or ceremonial significance.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a traditional Japanese wooden structure, likely a part of a temple or shrine. The structure features a distinctive gabled roof with decorative elements, characteristic of Japanese architecture.

The building has a wooden frame with vertical and horizontal beams, and the walls appear to be made of wooden planks. In the foreground, there is a wooden gate or entrance, with a path leading up to it. The path is flanked by what appears to be stone lanterns or pillars, adding to the traditional aesthetic.

The photograph captures the serene and meticulous craftsmanship typical of Japanese architecture, emphasizing simplicity and natural materials. The image is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College, indicating it might be part of the Harvard University Art Museums collection. The image code "P1970.4513.0006" suggests it is cataloged within their archives.

Qwen

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

This black and white photograph appears to show an interior structure with a focus on a traditional Japanese architectural element. The image captures a narrow, enclosed space with wooden walls and a partially visible structure in the background that resembles a Shinto shrine or a similar type of sacred space. The structure in the background has a distinct triangular roof with decorative elements, which is characteristic of Japanese shrine architecture. The foreground is dominated by the wooden texture of the walls, which are smooth and show the natural grain of the wood. The lighting is focused on the background, creating a stark contrast with the darker, shadowed areas in the foreground. The overall composition gives a sense of depth and focuses on the architectural details of the space.

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

This black-and-white photograph depicts a traditional Japanese architectural setting, likely a shrine or a similar structure. The image features a wooden gate or entrance with intricate detailing, including a curved roof and decorative elements characteristic of Japanese design. Beyond the gate, there is a series of steps leading up to another structure, possibly an altar or a temple, with more detailed ornamentation and possibly some offerings or decorations visible. The photograph has a grainy texture, suggesting it is an older image, and there are some scratches or marks on the film, indicating it may be a photograph of a photograph or a scanned image of a physical print. The image is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums).

Text analysis

Amazon

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© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)
P1970.4513.0006
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Google

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President
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