Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (restaurant, 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, P1970.5520

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (restaurant, 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, P1970.5520

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Architecture 99.2
Building 99.2
Plant 98.8
Indoors 75.6
Restaurant 75.6
Shop 74.1
Outdoors 73.4
Person 73.2
Text 63
Kiosk 57.6
Nature 57.4
Shelf 56.4
Monastery 56
Home Decor 55.4
Door 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

stock 98.1
street 96.1
no person 95
people 94.8
architecture 92
door 89.2
doorway 87.9
commerce 87.9
outdoors 87.3
monochrome 87
house 84.9
restaurant 83.6
travel 82.6
building 82.6
window 82.3
vehicle 82.3
adult 81.9
market 81.7
town 80.7
home 80.4

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

barbershop 100
shop 100
mercantile establishment 95.3
place of business 63.5
building 45
door 40.2
architecture 35.2
establishment 32.7
old 27.2
house 26.8
wall 25.8
window 25.3
entrance 19.3
city 17.5
tobacco shop 17.4
exterior 16.6
historic 16.5
home 16
wooden 15.8
urban 15.7
history 15.2
wood 15
construction 14.6
brick 14.1
structure 13.9
ancient 13.8
windows 13.4
bakery 13
facade 12.7
glass 12.5
vintage 12.4
buildings 12.3
detail 11.3
travel 11.3
town 11.1
sky 10.8
doors 10.8
entry 10.8
tourism 10.7
retro 9.8
gate 9.7
architectural 9.6
roof 9.5
antique 9.5
garage 9.2
aged 9.1
residential 8.6
iron 8.4
doorway 7.9
enter 7.8
public 7.8
village 7.7
stone 7.6
historical 7.5
sign 7.5
traditional 7.5

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

building 99.4
outdoor 99
white 78.9
store 32.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Plant
Person
Building 99.2%
Plant 98.8%
Person 73.2%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a store front door with chinese writing on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white photograph of a traditional Japanese storefront or restaurant. The entrance is partially covered by a fabric curtain called a noren, which features large Japanese writing indicating the name of the establishment. To the left, there are vertical banners with Japanese text, possibly advertising specific menu items or offerings. A small plant is placed on the ground by the entrance. To the right, there is a window displaying various bowls and dishes, possibly showcasing food or dinnerware used in the establishment. The building itself has a weathered wooden look with tiled base accents. It evokes a nostalgic and classic atmosphere reminiscent of mid-20th century Japan.

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

The image depicts the exterior of a traditional Japanese restaurant. The entrance is adorned with a noren, a dark curtain with white Japanese characters, commonly used in Japan to indicate that a shop or restaurant is open. The establishment appears to be a sushi restaurant, as suggested by the kanji characters "御寿司" (meaning "sushi") on the sign above the entrance.

To the left of the entrance, there are various vertical banners with Japanese writing, possibly indicating menu items or specials. A decorative plant is placed at the bottom, adding a touch of greenery.

On the right side, the window showcases traditional Japanese bowls and dishes, likely used for serving food, giving a glimpse into the restaurant's offerings. The building itself features elements of Japanese architecture, with wooden frames and bamboo shades. Overall, the image offers a nostalgic view of a small, authentic Japanese eatery.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-14

The image shows the exterior of a traditional Japanese restaurant or eatery. The building has a wooden structure with a tiled roof and a covered entryway. There are various Japanese signs and banners displayed on the front of the building, indicating the type of cuisine or establishment. The image has a black and white, vintage aesthetic, suggesting it is an older photograph. The overall scene depicts a typical traditional Japanese storefront or restaurant setting.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-14

This is a black and white photograph of what appears to be a traditional Japanese storefront or shop entrance. The image shows various Japanese characters (kanji) written on signs and displays. There are some ceramic or pottery items visible in the window display, and the architecture features wooden elements typical of traditional Japanese design, including a covered entrance area. The storefront has a rustic, historical appearance with wooden posts and what looks like traditional tile work at the bottom. Some potted plants or greenery can be seen at the entrance level. The overall composition suggests this might be a traditional merchant shop, possibly from an older time period in Japan.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a traditional Japanese storefront, featuring a sign with Japanese characters, a doorway with a curtain, and a window displaying dishes.

  • Sign with Japanese Characters
    • The sign is located on the left side of the storefront.
    • It features Japanese characters in white text against a dark background.
    • The sign appears to be made of wood or paper.
  • Doorway with Curtain
    • The doorway is situated in the center of the storefront.
    • A curtain hangs over the doorway, partially obscuring the view inside.
    • The curtain is dark-colored with white Japanese characters.
  • Window Displaying Dishes
    • The window is located on the right side of the storefront.
    • It showcases a variety of dishes, including bowls and plates.
    • The dishes are arranged on shelves or in cabinets.
  • Storefront Exterior
    • The storefront has a wooden exterior with a tiled floor.
    • A small potted plant is placed in front of the doorway.
    • The overall atmosphere suggests a traditional Japanese restaurant or shop.

In summary, the image presents a charming and rustic storefront with a unique blend of traditional and modern elements. The sign, doorway, and window display all contribute to the store's distinctive character, while the exterior's wooden construction and tiled floor add to its cozy ambiance.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of the exterior of a Japanese restaurant or shop. The building has a tiled entranceway and a wooden structure with a tiled roof. There are several signs and banners on the walls, including one that appears to be a menu or advertisement for the business. The sign on the left side of the door features Japanese characters, while the sign on the right side of the door displays more Japanese characters and what appears to be a price list.

Inside the building, there are shelves displaying various items, possibly food or merchandise. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a traditional Japanese setting, with the use of natural materials such as wood and tile, and the presence of Japanese characters and symbols. The image may have been taken in the early 20th century, given the style of the building and the clothing worn by the person standing in the doorway.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of the entrance to a shop. The shop has a traditional wooden facade with a tiled roof. There is a sign above the entrance with Japanese characters, indicating the shop's name or type of business. The entrance is covered by a black curtain, with a person partially visible inside, suggesting that the shop is open. On the right side of the entrance, there is a glass display case with bowls and plates, indicating that the shop may sell kitchenware or tableware. There is also a potted plant on the left side of the entrance, adding a touch of greenery to the scene. Overall, the image conveys a sense of traditional Japanese architecture and culture.

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

The black-and-white image shows the entrance of a store. On the left side, there is a potted plant in front of the entrance. On the right side, there is a glass cabinet with various bowls and plates inside. In the middle, there is a person standing inside the entrance, with the door slightly open. Above the entrance, there are some Japanese texts written on the wall.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The black and white image depicts the entrance to a traditional Japanese establishment. Above the doorway, a dark curtain (or noren) is hung, emblazoned with bold Japanese characters in white, which translates to "Inari Fuku" ("稲荷福"), suggestive of a place associated with Inari, the god of rice, prosperity, and business. To the left, a vertical banner displays more Japanese script and text.

The storefront features a tiled entryway with a pattern of small squares. A small potted plant sits to the left of the doorway, adding a touch of nature to the scene. A person is partially visible walking through the entrance, their form obscured by the curtain.

To the right of the doorway, a glass display case contains various bowls and dishes, presumably for sale or display. The facade of the building appears to be made of wood and features intricate details typical of Japanese architecture. The overall impression is of a historic establishment, perhaps a restaurant or shop, deeply rooted in Japanese tradition.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph depicting the entrance of a traditional Japanese establishment, likely a restaurant or shop. Here's a breakdown:

Overall Composition:

  • The photograph is taken head-on, capturing the storefront. The framing is rectangular.

Key Elements:

  • Entrance: The primary focus is the entrance, which is covered by a dark curtain. The curtain has Japanese characters written on it in white, likely the name of the business.
  • Signage: To the left of the entrance are several hanging banners or signs. These display Japanese characters and, likely, advertise the restaurant's offerings, such as beef and fish.
  • Display Case/Window: To the right of the entrance is a glass display case or window. Inside, various dishes are visible. This could be showcasing the restaurant's tableware or food.
  • Architectural Details: The building has a traditional Japanese aesthetic. Features like a tiled roof, wooden trim, and a tiled floor contribute to the style.
  • Other details: On the left side is a potted plant, presumably as decoration. There are also some Japanese characters written on the signs that are attached to the facade of the building.

Overall Impression:

The image gives a sense of age and tradition. The black and white photography, along with the shop's design, suggests that the photograph was taken a long time ago.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a traditional Japanese storefront, likely from an earlier era given the black-and-white photography. The building has a classic wooden structure with a tiled roof. The entrance is flanked by vertical signs with Japanese characters. The sign on the left reads "天ぷら そば" (Tempura Soba), indicating that the establishment serves tempura (a type of fried food) and soba (buckwheat noodles).

Above the entrance, there is a horizontal sign with more Japanese characters, which likely includes the name of the shop and possibly additional information about the business. To the right of the entrance, there is a display window showcasing various items, possibly kitchenware or serving dishes, including baskets and bowls.

In front of the entrance, there is a potted plant, adding a touch of greenery to the scene. The overall ambiance suggests a quaint, traditional eatery or shop that reflects the cultural and architectural aesthetics of Japan.

Text analysis

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