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Human Generated Data

Title

Industrial Buildings

Date

1968

People

Artist: Bernd and Hilla Becher, German active 1959 - 2007

Artist: Bernd Becher, German 1931 - 2007

Artist: Hilla Becher, German 1934 - 2015

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, American Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Fund, 1996.313.1

Copyright

© Estate Bernd & Hilla Becher, represented by Max Becher, 2020

Human Generated Data

Title

Industrial Buildings

People

Artist: Bernd and Hilla Becher, German active 1959 - 2007

Artist: Bernd Becher, German 1931 - 2007

Artist: Hilla Becher, German 1934 - 2015

Date

1968

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, American Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Fund, 1996.313.1

Copyright

© Estate Bernd & Hilla Becher, represented by Max Becher, 2020

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Building 98.7
Factory 98
Refinery 97.5
Urban 58.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

grinder 99.8
industry 99.7
petroleum 99.4
pipe 99.4
natural gas 99.1
chemical 98.7
pollution 98.3
refinery 98
gasoline 97.9
technology 97.8
condensation 97.5
fuel 97.3
steel 97
energy 96.9
tube 96.9
distillery 96.8
production 96.2
power 95.5
smoke 95.1
expression 94.6

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

pile driver 48.4
industry 45.3
machine 41.1
industrial 40
tower 36.7
device 36.7
sky 34.5
building 33.5
architecture 32.3
skyscraper 31.6
equipment 31.1
city 30.4
factory 28
construction 27.4
urban 27.1
energy 25.2
chimney 25
structure 24.1
crane 23.9
oil 23.2
gas 23.1
refinery 22.7
metal 22.5
environment 22.2
pollution 22.1
power 21.8
high 21.7
plant 21.7
steel 21.6
technology 21.5
forklift 20.1
pipe 19.5
apparatus 19.4
production 18.5
fuel 18.3
chemical reactor 18.2
work 16.5
chemical 16.4
skyline 16.2
tall 16
business 15.8
modern 14.7
new 14.6
engineering 14.3
site 14.1
gasoline 12.8
petrol 12.8
manufacturing 12.7
smoke 12.4
build 12.3
cityscape 12.3
buildings 12.3
wheeled vehicle 12.2
air 12
antenna 11.9
petroleum 11.8
concrete 11.5
exterior 11.1
pipeline 10.8
manufacture 10.8
sunset 10.8
economy 10.2
pipes 9.9
pump 9.8
complex 9.7
station 9.7
heavy 9.5
environmental 9.4
global 9.1
diesel 9
vehicle 8.8
toxic 8.8
aerial 8.7
district 8.7
tube 8.7
downtown 8.6
block 8.6
development 8.6
estate 8.5
travel 8.5
iron 8.4
old 8.4
frame 8.3
office 8
night 8
cloud 7.9
growth 7.9
cranes 7.9
processing 7.9
harbor 7.7
project 7.7
outdoor 7.7
process 7.6
real 7.6
pole 7.6
house 7.5
electric 7.5
stack 7.4
window 7.3
history 7.2
river 7.1

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Water 86.4
Font 77.3
Gas 77.2
Cylinder 75.7
Facade 74.1
Silo 72.6
Engineering 72.3
Art 71.5
Machine 70.8
Metal 70.4
Urban design 70.4
City 68.5
Illustration 66.9
Auto part 66.8
Industry 64.5
Drawing 64.1
Vehicle 62.8
Landscape 60
Rectangle 58.8
Watercraft 54.2

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-15

sky 99.8
factory 99.1
outdoor 96.2
building 95.2
black and white 85.4
text 77.9
industry 55.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Building
Plant
Street light
Tower

Clarifai

Building 88.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

streetview architecture 99.7%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-15

a factory next to a tall building 93%
a tall building 91.8%
a tall building in a city 91.7%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

the factory, built by person.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a large group of metal pipes and pipes

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-18

The image showcases an industrial facility with multiple tall distillation columns or refining towers, likely part of a petrochemical or chemical processing plant. These structures are cylindrical, equipped with platforms and railings at various heights, suggesting maintenance access points. The towers are interconnected by a network of pipes and conduits, some of which curve at the tops, possibly indicating exhaust or gas release points. The lower section houses buildings or operational areas with windows, stairs, and additional piping infrastructure. The photo is monochromatic, emphasizing the stark, utilitarian architecture against a plain sky, giving a dramatic and industrial aesthetic. A fence is visible in the foreground, separating the structure from its surroundings.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-18

The image depicts an industrial scene featuring a chemical plant or refinery. At the center of the composition are several tall, vertical cylindrical towers, which are likely distillation columns used in the processing of chemicals or petroleum. These towers are interconnected with numerous pipes and ladders, suggesting a complex network for transportation of substances and access for maintenance. The structure is built from metal and the whole scene is composed in grayscale, highlighting the stark and utilitarian nature of the industrial architecture. The background is entirely sky, providing contrast to the detailed and intricate façade of the plant. There is a fence visible at the bottom of the image, indicating the perimeter of the facility. The image gives an impression of large-scale industrial activity typical of chemical or petrochemical production plants.

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 industrial facility, likely an oil refinery or chemical plant. The image shows a complex structure with multiple tall, cylindrical towers and pipes, suggesting a sophisticated industrial process. The towers have distinctive shapes, with curved tops and intricate internal structures visible. The overall impression is one of a large, complex industrial operation, with the photograph capturing the scale and architectural details of the facility.

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

This is a black and white industrial photograph showing a complex arrangement of distillation columns and processing towers at what appears to be a chemical plant or refinery. The image features multiple tall vertical columns with various platforms, pipes, and access ladders connecting them. The structures are primarily cylindrical and appear to be made of metal, with numerous pipes and vents extending from the tops. The industrial architecture creates an interesting geometric pattern against the white sky, showcasing the intricate engineering and infrastructure typical of petrochemical processing facilities. The image has a stark, industrial aesthetic that emphasizes the scale and complexity of industrial chemical processing equipment.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a large industrial complex, likely an oil refinery or chemical plant, featuring numerous tall structures and pipes. The complex is composed of several large, cylindrical tanks and pipes, some of which are connected by smaller pipes and valves. The tanks and pipes are made of metal and have a weathered appearance, suggesting they have been exposed to the elements for some time.

In the foreground, there are several smaller structures, including what appears to be a control room or office building. The background of the image is a gray sky, which suggests that the photo was taken on an overcast day.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of the complex's infrastructure and layout, highlighting the scale and complexity of the industrial operations that take place within it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a large industrial facility, likely a chemical plant or refinery, with numerous pipes and structures. The facility is composed of several tall, cylindrical towers connected by pipes and walkways. The towers are made of metal and have ladders and platforms for access. The pipes are also made of metal and vary in size, with some being thick and others thin. The background of the image is a light gray sky, suggesting that the photo was taken on an overcast day. Overall, the image conveys a sense of industrial activity and complexity.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large industrial plant. The plant features a series of tall, cylindrical structures, possibly distillation columns or reactors, arranged in a row. Each structure has multiple levels with platforms and ladders, suggesting access for maintenance or inspection. The structures are connected by pipes and tubes, indicating a complex system of processes. The plant is surrounded by a fence, and there are some smaller buildings and equipment visible in the background.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is in black and white. It depicts a factory or industrial plant with numerous tall, cylindrical structures. These structures are likely distillation columns or reactors used in chemical processing. Each column has multiple levels with platforms and ladders for access. The columns are connected by a network of pipes and valves, indicating a complex system for the transfer of materials or fluids. The factory appears to be surrounded by a fence, and there are some smaller buildings or structures visible in the background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

The image presents a black and white photograph of an industrial complex. It features a series of towering, cylindrical structures, likely distillation towers or similar processing units, connected by a network of pipes, ladders, and platforms. These tall, metallic structures dominate the central part of the image. The pipes wind and curve, creating a complex and intricate system. The overall impression is one of a working industrial environment, probably a chemical plant or refinery. The photo is shot on a cloudy day with soft diffused light. A low wall, possibly a fence or barrier, appears at the bottom, and a light pole is visible on the right. The architecture is generally utilitarian, with little ornamentation.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

The image is a black and white photograph of an industrial complex, likely a chemical plant or refinery. The scene is dominated by a series of tall, cylindrical structures that resemble distillation columns or reactors. These structures are connected by a network of pipes and ladders, creating a complex and intricate web of industrial infrastructure.

The columns are segmented, with multiple levels or sections, and are fitted with platforms and access points. The pipes run in various directions, adding to the visual complexity of the scene. In the background, there is a building with multiple levels and windows, presumably housing control rooms or offices.

The overall tone of the image is industrial and stark, with a focus on the functional aspects of the facility. The lack of color emphasizes the metallic and utilitarian nature of the structures, highlighting their size and complexity. The sky is overcast, which contributes to the somber and serious atmosphere of the photograph.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a large industrial facility, likely a refinery or chemical plant. The photograph is in black and white, which adds a stark, dramatic effect to the scene. The facility is characterized by numerous tall, cylindrical structures, which appear to be distillation or fractionating columns. These columns are connected by a complex network of pipes, ladders, and platforms, indicating a highly intricate and interconnected system.

The columns are arranged in a somewhat staggered formation, with some taller than others, creating a layered effect. The tops of the columns have rounded, looped structures, possibly for venting or other processes. Various smaller structures and equipment are visible at the base of the columns, suggesting control rooms, storage tanks, or other operational areas.

The overall impression is one of a highly industrialized and mechanized environment, with a focus on large-scale processing and production. The image conveys a sense of the complexity and scale of industrial operations.

Qwen

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

The image depicts a large industrial structure, likely part of a chemical or petrochemical plant. It consists of multiple tall, cylindrical towers with platforms and walkways, interconnected by various pipes and conduits. The towers appear to be part of a distillation or separation process, which is common in the chemical industry for refining materials. The structure is complex, with a network of piping that suggests it is used for heat transfer, fluid handling, and possibly gas processing. The overall design is utilitarian, emphasizing functionality over aesthetics. The image is in black and white, which gives it a historical or industrial feel.

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

This black-and-white image depicts a complex industrial structure, likely part of a chemical or petrochemical plant. The structure is composed of multiple tall, cylindrical columns connected by an intricate network of pipes, valves, and platforms. There are several levels of walkways and ladders providing access to different parts of the structure. The overall design suggests that it is used for processing, refining, or distillation purposes. The sky in the background is clear, and there are some additional industrial elements visible in the periphery, such as light poles and other equipment. The image conveys a sense of industrial complexity and scale.