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, P1970.4513.3

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, P1970.4513.3

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-07

Clothing 100
Footwear 100
Sandal 99.8
Sneaker 99.8
Shoe 98.2
Shoe 92
Shoe 89.8
Shoe 88.6
Shoe 87.2
Shoe 85.9
Shoe 85.8
Shoe 83
Shoe 82.5
Shoe 72.8
Shoe 67.4
Shoe 59
Person 58.9
Shoe 57.5
People 56.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

monochrome 98.3
people 97.5
crowd 97.4
many 93.9
group 92.7
audience 92.7
desktop 92.1
man 90.4
black and white 89.1
abstract 86.3
war 84.7
line 84.5
row 84.4
pattern 83.6
adult 80.4
texture 80.2
party 80.1
event 80.1
street 79.4
woman 78.9

Imagga
created on 2023-10-07

chair 25.7
seat 25.4
row 19.6
spectator 19.4
industry 17.1
group 16.9
metal 15.3
construction 14.5
support 14.5
cinema 14
3d 13.9
shoe shop 13.9
pattern 13.7
shop 13.7
theater 13.6
crowd 12.5
sunglasses 12.4
steel 12.4
building 12.3
teamwork 12
equipment 11.7
iron 11.5
many 11.1
silhouette 10.8
objects 10.4
stack 10.2
device 10.1
people 10
industrial 10
pipe 9.9
winery 9.9
old 9.8
business 9.7
wine 9.7
spectacles 9.3
covering 9.2
mercantile establishment 9.1
texture 9
men 8.6
storage 8.6
design 8.4
modern 8.4
horizontal 8.4
sign 8.3
concepts 8
silver 8
surface 7.9
cellar 7.9
rows 7.8
male 7.8
community 7.8
person 7.8
structure 7.7
corporate 7.7
dumbbell 7.7
partnership 7.7
communications 7.7
weight 7.7
human 7.5
backgrounds 7.3
black 7.3
optical instrument 7.2
hall 7.2
businessman 7.1
travel 7

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

crowd 0.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Shoe
Person
Shoe 98.2%
Shoe 92%
Shoe 89.8%
Shoe 88.6%
Shoe 87.2%
Shoe 85.9%
Shoe 85.8%
Shoe 83%
Shoe 82.5%
Shoe 72.8%
Shoe 67.4%
Shoe 59%
Shoe 57.5%
Person 58.9%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-17

a photograph of a bunch of hats and hats are on display -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image shows an artistic display of flip-flops and sandals arranged in an overlapping pattern. The footwear is photographed from below, creating a unique perspective where the soles are predominantly visible. The lighting effect creates a high-contrast look, accentuating the textures and contours of the sandal designs. On the left, there appears to be signage with Chinese characters, possibly indicating prices or other details. The centralized composition and layering give the image a dynamic and visually compelling feel, highlighting the diversity of styles and patterns in the sandals.

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

The image is a black and white photograph showing a display of numerous pairs of sandals and other types of footwear. The sandals are arranged in rows, with the soles facing towards the viewer, creating an interesting pattern of overlapping shapes and contours. The display has an illuminated background, highlighting the contrast and texture in the shoes' materials. In the left corner, there is a sign with Chinese characters, adding to the context of the setting, which likely depicts a market or store selling footwear. The variety in sandal design, texture, and sole pattern is emphasized through the high contrast in the monochrome presentation.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows a large collection of various types of sandals or flip-flops arranged in a dense, overlapping pattern. The sandals appear to be in shades of black, gray, and white, creating a striking monochromatic visual effect. The image has a sense of repetition and texture, with the numerous sandals filling the frame and creating an almost abstract, sculptural composition.

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

This is a black and white photograph showing a large collection of flip-flops or sandals arranged in rows. The image appears to be from the Harvard University Art Museums collection, as indicated by the credit line at the bottom. The sandals are photographed from an angle that creates an interesting pattern of light and shadow, with the footwear appearing to be hung or displayed vertically. The composition creates a repetitive, almost abstract pattern from these everyday objects. The sandals appear to be of various styles and sizes, though they're all similar in their basic form. The image has a strong graphic quality due to the contrast between light and dark areas.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image is a black and white photograph of a large collection of shoes, likely taken from a low angle looking up at the shoes. The shoes are arranged in rows, with some facing forward and others turned at an angle. They appear to be a mix of different styles, including sandals, sneakers, and dress shoes. Some of the shoes have straps or laces, while others are slip-on.

The background of the image is not clearly visible, but it appears to be a wall or shelf behind the shoes. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may have been taken in a store or a storage room, possibly for inventory or display purposes.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of a collection of shoes, with the majority being sandals or flip-flops. The shoes are arranged in a seemingly random pattern, with some facing upwards and others downwards. The image is taken from a low angle, looking up at the shoes.

In the bottom-left corner of the image, there is a copyright notice that reads "© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)". In the bottom-right corner, there is a code that reads "P1970.4513.0003".

Amazon Nova

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

The black-and-white image shows a collection of sandals, slippers, and shoes arranged in a row. The footwear is neatly organized, with each pair placed side by side. The sandals and slippers have different designs, such as woven straps, buckles, and laces. The shoes are also of different styles, including leather shoes, sneakers, and boots. The image appears to be taken in a store or a shop that sells footwear.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a collection of shoes. The shoes are arranged in rows, with some hanging from hooks and others placed on shelves. The shoes are of different sizes and styles, including sandals, flip-flops, and sneakers. Some of the shoes have straps, while others have laces. The shoes are displayed in a store or market, with a signboard in the background. The image has a vintage look, with a slightly blurry effect.

Google Gemini

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

The image is a black and white photograph showcasing a variety of flip-flops and sandals. The footwear appears to be densely packed together, possibly on display for sale.

The lighting in the image is notable, with some areas appearing brighter than others, creating an interplay of shadows and highlights on the surfaces of the footwear.

The image also includes a small sign with Japanese characters, which indicates that the image might be taken in Japan, or at least include elements from Japanese culture. The sign is partially obscured by the footwear.

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a collection of sandals and flip-flops, seemingly displayed in a market or shop setting. The composition is dense, with the footwear arranged in an overlapping, almost chaotic manner. The sandals are of various styles, including traditional thong sandals and more modern flip-flops, suggesting a diverse range of customers and tastes.

The lighting is somewhat harsh, casting strong shadows that emphasize the texture and form of the footwear. The lack of color further concentrates attention on the shapes, patterns, and the way light interacts with the materials.

In the background, a small sign with Japanese characters can be partially seen, possibly a price tag or advertisement. This, along with the style of the footwear, gives a cultural context to the photograph, suggesting that the photo was taken in an East Asian market. The overall feel is one of bustling commerce and the everyday lives of the people.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a large collection of flip-flops, or sandals, arranged in rows. The sandals are displayed on a surface, likely at a market or a store. The photograph captures the sandals from a slightly elevated angle, showcasing their variety in design and texture. Some of the flip-flops have plain, smooth surfaces, while others feature textured or patterned soles. The arrangement creates a visually repetitive pattern, emphasizing the sheer number of sandals present.

The lighting in the image is natural, with shadows cast by the sandals, adding depth and contrast to the photograph. The overall composition highlights the everyday nature of the sandals while also drawing attention to the intricate details and variations among them. The image is credited to the President and Fellows of Harvard College, from the Harvard University Art Museums.

Text analysis

Amazon

College
Art
and
Fellows
(Harvard
Museums)
of
University
Harvard
© President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums)
President
P1970.4513.0003
©
ty

Google

O President and Fellows of Harvard College (Harvard University Art Museums) P1970.4513.0003
O
President
and
Fellows
of
Harvard
College
(Harvard
University
Art
Museums)
P1970.4513.0003