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Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (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, P1970.4516.1

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (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, P1970.4516.1

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Face 83.3
Head 83.3
Sphere 81.5
Text 79.8
Indoors 56.1
Astronomy 55.9
Outer Space 55.9
Floor 55.8
Flooring 55.8
Alcohol 55.4
Beverage 55.4
Sake 55.4
Door 55.2
Computer Hardware 55.1
Electronics 55.1
Hardware 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

indoors 98.2
monochrome 98.1
vertical 89.2
horizontal 88
business 86.7
no person 85.8
people 81.9
square 81
technology 81
retro 79.7
still life 78.6
nostalgia 78.3
antique 77.1
luxury 76.3
hanging 75.9
old 75.4
table 73.9
man 73.4
dark 72.9
equipment 72.7

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

device 84.4
ventilator 60.8
technology 20
electric fan 19.6
weight 18.3
digital 17
fan 16.5
gym 16.3
3d 15.5
dumbbell 15.5
fitness 15.4
equipment 15.3
exercise 13.6
music 13.5
sport 13.2
fit 12.9
disk 12.6
health 12.5
fan blade 12.5
workout 12.4
computer 12
training 12
close 11.4
body 11.2
blade 10.4
sound 10.4
render 10.4
adult 10.3
three dimensional 10.3
black 10.2
healthy 10.1
heavy 9.5
strong 9.4
male 9.2
business 9.1
holding 9.1
man 8.7
effects 8.5
strength 8.4
person 8.4
hand 8.4
slim 8.3
security 8.3
mechanism 8.2
object 8.1
rotating mechanism 7.9
weights 7.8
muscle 7.7
audio 7.6
muscular 7.6
storage 7.6
fun 7.5
vintage 7.4
reflection 7.3
metal 7.2
lifestyle 7.2
copy 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

indoor 85.4
white 71.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person

Clarifai

Human face
Curtain
Human nose
Human eye
Human mouth

AWS Rekognition

Person 67.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

interior objects 80.7%
pets animals 8.7%
food drinks 4.8%
paintings art 4.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a white and black clock 31.4%
a black and white photo 31.3%
a black and white photo of a mirror 31.2%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a fanciful fan with a fan on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

a black and white photo of a fan and a mirror

OpenAI GPT

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

This image appears to be a black-and-white photographic negative. It depicts an arrangement of objects with a Japanese aesthetic. On the left side, there is a vertical scroll featuring Japanese calligraphy hanging near a wall. In the foreground, there is a small mask or figurine with a smiling, rounded face placed on a flat surface. On the right, there is a decorative fan positioned behind the mask. The fan has radiating patterns and designs resembling clouds. The background includes windows or panels with partially visible designs that appear floral. The overall scene gives a sense of traditional Japanese art or interior decoration.

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white negative photograph. It features a small display area. On the left side, there is a hanging scroll with kanji (Japanese characters), likely a decorative or calligraphy piece. Below the scroll, there is a mask or small face sculpted object, creating a focal point. Positioned to the right is a fan with bold segments and patterns that include circular motifs. The fan seems decorative and is placed behind the mask object. In the background, towards the right side, there is part of another decorative object or artwork visible, potentially fanning further detail or another fan. The artwork and objects suggest a Japanese theme or aesthetic, with traditional elements displayed.

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 depicting various objects arranged on a surface. In the foreground, there is a small, round, dark-colored object that seems to have a smiling face. Behind it, there is a fan-shaped object with some markings on it. In the background, there are curtains or drapes, as well as some other objects that are not clearly visible. The overall composition and lighting create a somewhat mysterious and introspective atmosphere.

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

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be from a museum collection (specifically the Harvard University Art Museums). The image shows what appears to be a decorative Japanese fan with two Noh theater masks mounted on it. Noh masks are traditional Japanese theatrical masks used in classical musical drama. The masks in the image appear to be displaying smiling or happy expressions, and they're positioned against a dark background with some lighter elements visible in the upper portion of the photograph. The composition creates an interesting interplay of light and shadow, typical of black and white photography of the period.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a room with a window, a fan, and two masks.

  • The room has a window on the right side of the image.
    • The window has a curtain that is open, allowing natural light to enter the room.
    • There is a fan leaning against the wall next to the window.
    • The fan has a dark-colored handle and a light-colored blade with a design on it.
  • On the left side of the image, there is a table or shelf with two masks on it.
    • The masks are both dark-colored and have different designs on them.
    • One mask has a more abstract design, while the other has a more realistic face.
  • In the background, there is a wall with a piece of artwork or a poster hanging on it.
    • The artwork appears to be a painting or drawing of some kind.
    • It is difficult to make out the details of the artwork due to the low resolution of the image.

Overall, the image appears to be a still life photograph of a room with various objects in it. The use of a fan and masks suggests that the room may have been used for some kind of performance or theatrical event.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a room with various objects on display. The room appears to be a museum or gallery setting, with a focus on showcasing cultural artifacts.

In the foreground, there are two masks placed on a table or shelf. One mask is positioned in front of the other, creating a sense of depth and layering. The masks appear to be traditional Japanese Noh masks, known for their intricate designs and symbolic meanings.

Behind the masks, there is a window with a fan-shaped object hanging from it. The fan features a circular design with rays extending outward, resembling a sunburst pattern. This object may be a traditional Japanese fan or a decorative piece inspired by Japanese culture.

On the left side of the image, there is a framed piece of artwork hanging on the wall. The artwork appears to be a calligraphic piece, possibly written in Japanese characters. The frame is simple and unadorned, allowing the viewer's attention to focus on the artwork itself.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet and contemplative space, where visitors can appreciate the beauty and significance of the displayed objects. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of timelessness and simplicity to the image, emphasizing the cultural and historical value of the artifacts on display.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

A black-and-white photograph shows a room with a white curtain, a wall with a hanging cloth with Japanese text, and a window with a view of the outside. On the bed, there is a wooden mask, and a fan with a round shape is placed on top of it. The mask is reflected on the curtain, and the fan is reflected on the window. The image has a watermark in the bottom left corner that reads "President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)" and "P1970.4516.0001."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a room with a minimalist design. The room has a curtain hanging on the wall, and there is a piece of paper with Japanese writing on it. There is a desk with a fan and a mask on top. The mask is placed on the desk, and it is positioned in front of the curtain. The image has a watermark in the bottom left corner.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

The image is a black and white photograph featuring a collection of Japanese artifacts arranged on a surface.

To the left, there is a vertical scroll with Japanese calligraphy, partially unrolled. Next to the scroll is a Daruma doll, a traditional Japanese wish-granting doll, sitting on the surface.

To the right, there's a Japanese fan adorned with a pattern of stripes, clouds and a face, set against a background that includes what looks like a window and other decorative elements.

The image is labeled with the copyright information of President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) and an identification number P1970.4516.0001.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

Here's a description of the image:

The image appears to be a black and white negative, possibly a photograph taken indoors. Several objects are arranged in a scene, suggestive of Japanese culture.

Here's a breakdown:

  • Scroll: In the upper left, a hanging scroll is visible. It features some calligraphy.
  • Daruma Doll: In the lower center-left, a round Daruma doll is present. These dolls are often associated with perseverance and good luck in Japanese culture.
  • Fan: To the right, a decorative fan with a face is displayed.
  • Other Elements: Other background elements include what seems to be a white table or ledge, suggesting a simple interior setup.

The style is reminiscent of documentary photography, with a focus on the objects and their arrangement. The negative effect gives the image a slightly surreal and historical feel.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to depict a traditional Japanese setting. The scene includes several distinct items:

  1. Hanging Scroll (Kakejiku): On the left side of the image, there is a hanging scroll with Japanese calligraphy. The scroll is mounted on a fabric backing and is partially rolled up, displaying the calligraphy prominently.

  2. Mask: Below the scroll, there is a mask placed on a surface. The mask has a serene expression and is likely made of wood or ceramic, typical of traditional Japanese masks used in theater or festivals.

  3. Fan: To the right of the mask, there is a decorative fan. The fan is partially open and features intricate designs, possibly painted or embroidered, which are common in traditional Japanese fans.

  4. Daruma Doll: In front of the fan, there is a Daruma doll. Daruma dolls are round, hollow, and weighted at the bottom so they return to an upright position when knocked over. They are often used for goal-setting and symbolize perseverance and good luck in Japanese culture.

The overall setting suggests a display of traditional Japanese artifacts, likely in a museum or a cultural exhibition. The items are arranged in a way that highlights their aesthetic and cultural significance.

Qwen

Text analysis

Amazon

College
and
Art
(Harvard
Fellows
Museums)
of
University
Harvard
© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)
President
P1970.4516.0001
©

Google

O President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) P1970.4516.0001
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President
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Fellows
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Harvard
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University
Art
Museums)
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