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, 1996.313.4

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, 1996.313.4

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Tower 84.2
Building 84.2
Architecture 84.2
Nature 64.9
Outdoors 62.9
Oilfield 58.2
Water 55.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

no person 99.4
industry 98.5
petroleum 97.9
machine 97.5
machinery 96.8
technology 96.8
steel 94.1
power 92
people 92
monochrome 91.9
exploration 91
spherical 90.7
energy 90.2
iron 89.4
natural gas 89.2
grinder 88.3
sky 87.7
silhouette 87.6
expression 85.5
tower 85.5

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

industry 37.6
sky 34
crane 33.9
device 31.3
steel 30.5
tower 28.6
industrial 25.4
structure 24.5
construction 23.1
architecture 22.9
building 22.3
bridge 21.6
cable 19.4
high 19.1
chairlift 18.9
metal 18.5
city 18.4
landmark 18.1
energy 17.7
ski tow 17.2
power 16.8
pier 16.3
water 16
support 16
machine 15.7
park 15.5
lifting device 15.2
urban 14.9
equipment 14.8
engineering 14.3
conveyance 14.2
water tower 14.1
bay 13.4
oil 13
travel 12.7
technology 12.6
transportation 12.6
environment 12.3
historic 11.9
fuel 11.6
gas 11.6
tourism 11.6
tall 11.3
reservoir 11.2
iron 11.2
work 11
sea 10.9
tourist 10.9
pump 10.8
cargo 10.7
mechanism 10.6
harbor 10.6
pollution 10.6
old 10.5
outdoors 10.5
tank 10.3
transport 10
wire 9.8
lift 9.8
business 9.7
landscape 9.7
vessel 9.7
port 9.6
ship 9.6
electricity 9.4
electric 9.4
famous 9.3
river 9
station 8.7
attraction 8.6
ocean 8.6
line 8.3
silhouette 8.3
plant 8.3
factory 7.9
cables 7.8
tract 7.8
mechanical device 7.8
dusk 7.6
clouds 7.6
site 7.5
wood 7.5
container 7.4
danger 7.3
coast 7.2
wheel 7.1

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-15

sky 98.5
outdoor 98.4
fog 91.8
text 81.2
water 58.7
old 56.5
pier 50.2
structure 35.2

Color Analysis

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-15

a bridge over a body of water 61.7%
a large ship in a body of water 59.9%
a large bridge over a body of water 54.7%

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

a photograph of a large metal structure with a large wheel -100%

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an old mine headframe, a structure that was used to support the cables and machinery used in the mining process.

  • The headframe is made of metal and has a large wheel at the top.
    • The wheel is likely used to lift heavy loads, such as coal or ore, out of the mine.
    • The headframe is supported by a series of beams and girders, which are anchored to the ground.
    • The headframe is surrounded by a grassy area, with some trees and bushes visible in the background.
    • In the distance, there are hills or mountains rising up from the horizon.
    • The sky above is overcast, suggesting that the photo was taken on a cloudy day.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of mining and the technology used in the past to extract resources from the earth.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-02

The image depicts a black and white photograph of an old mine shaft, featuring a large metal structure with a wheel at the top. The structure is composed of metal beams and supports a large wheel with spokes, which is likely used for lifting heavy loads or machinery. A staircase leads up to the top of the structure, providing access to the wheel and other components.

In the foreground, a small building or shack is visible, surrounded by grassy terrain. The background of the image shows a hillside covered in grass, with a few trees scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in a rural or industrial setting, possibly during the early 20th century when mining was a common industry.

The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the machinery and infrastructure used in mining operations during that time period. It also highlights the importance of preserving historical photographs and artifacts, which can help us understand and appreciate the history of various industries and technologies.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an old metal structure. The structure is tall and has a large wheel at the top, which appears to be a pulley. The wheel is attached to a metal frame that extends downwards. There is a staircase on the right side of the structure, leading up to the wheel. The structure is surrounded by a grassy area and a hill in the background.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

A black-and-white photograph depicts an old, rusted metal structure with a large wheel at the top. The structure appears to be a mining tower, with a ladder leading up to the wheel. The tower is situated on a hill, with a brick wall and a wooden structure in the foreground. The background features a mountain with a few trees, and the sky is overcast. The image has a vintage look, with a slightly blurred effect.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a coal mine headframe or winding tower. The headframe is made of a dark, weathered metal and has a distinctive A-frame structure with a large spoked wheel at the top, used for hoisting cages in and out of the mine shaft.

There's a tall, ladder-like structure attached to the side of the A-frame, presumably for maintenance and access. The base of the headframe is surrounded by some industrial debris, including corrugated metal sheets, what looks like the remnants of a small structure or building, and a low brick wall. In the background, there's a grassy hill with scattered trees, giving a sense of the landscape where the mine is located. The overall impression is one of industrial decay or abandonment, captured in the monochromatic tones.

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

The image shows an old coal mine headstock, a tall steel structure used to hoist coal from the mine. The headstock is silhouetted against a plain, overcast sky.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Structure: The headstock is the central focus, a large, angular steel framework. It has a large wheel at the top, likely used to guide the cables for lifting the coal. The framework is constructed with a series of beams and diagonal supports, suggesting a solid but open design.

  • Details: A tall ladder that slopes down the side of the headstock, allowing access to the higher levels. A few metal supports are seen coming down. A large, rusted wheel is mounted to the frame.

  • Setting: The setting appears to be a somewhat desolate landscape. The ground is overgrown with grass and vegetation. A rolling hill is visible in the background. Some additional small buildings or structures are visible in the distance.

  • Overall Impression: The image has a nostalgic feel. It suggests a time when coal mining was a prominent industry and the landscape it left. The overall black and white tone further reinforces the impression of history and the industrial past.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a historical mining headframe, which is a structure used in mining operations to lower and raise miners, equipment, and ore into and out of a mine shaft. The headframe is constructed from metal and features a large wheel at the top, which is part of the pulley system used for hoisting.

Key features of the headframe include:

  1. Tower Structure: The main part of the headframe is a tall, sturdy tower made of metal beams. This tower supports the pulley system and provides access to the mine shaft below.

  2. Pulley Wheel: At the top of the tower, there is a large wheel with spokes, which is part of the pulley mechanism. This wheel helps in the hoisting process by guiding the cables or ropes.

  3. Staircase: A staircase runs diagonally up the side of the tower, providing access to the top of the headframe. This would be used by workers to reach the pulley system and other parts of the structure.

  4. Supporting Beams: The headframe is supported by a series of metal beams that ensure its stability and strength.

  5. Surrounding Area: The headframe is situated in a rugged, hilly landscape, which is typical for mining areas. There are some additional structures and equipment visible around the base of the headframe, including what appears to be a small building or shed and some wooden planks or supports.

Overall, the image captures a piece of mining history, showcasing the engineering and infrastructure used in traditional mining operations.