Human Generated Data

Title

Student Exercise from a Bauhaus Preliminary Course

Date

1923-1932, printed c. 1950

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Walter Gropius, BR50.210

Human Generated Data

Title

Student Exercise from a Bauhaus Preliminary Course

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

1923-1932, printed c. 1950

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Walter Gropius, BR50.210

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Incense 75.8
Triangle 56.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

no person 98.6
art 96.7
paper 96.5
retro 96.3
monochrome 95.3
abstract 92.8
dirty 91.7
artistic 90.7
street 90.4
old 89.2
graphic design 89.1
empty 88
texture 87.8
collage 86
urban 85.9
architecture 85.8
antique 85.4
window 85.3
vintage 85.1
moment 84.8

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

antenna 34.2
device 30.9
business 19.4
paper 18.2
blank 17.1
airfoil 16.7
design 15.8
digital 13
note 12.9
pen 12.7
modern 12.6
office 12
black 12
graphic 11.7
information 11.5
light 11.4
technology 11.1
closeup 10.8
safety pin 10.4
close 10.3
object 10.3
energy 10.1
letter 10.1
space 10.1
art 10
computer 9.7
vertical tail 9.5
color 9.5
stick 9.3
pin 9.1
umbrella 9.1
texture 9
new 8.9
pattern 8.9
metal 8.8
mechanism 8.7
fastener 8.7
matchstick 8.6
empty 8.6
construction 8.6
electricity 8.5
equipment 8.5
write 8.5
windshield wiper 8.5
page 8.4
reflection 8.3
environment 8.2
message 8.2
tool 8
mechanical device 7.9
work 7.9
needle 7.8
instrument 7.7
industry 7.7
sky 7.7
notebook 7.6
writing 7.5
sign 7.5
clean 7.5
screen 7.5
wind 7.5
vintage 7.4
protective covering 7.4
document 7.4
generated 7.4
fantasy 7.2
open 7.2
steel 7.1
silver 7.1
envelope 7

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

old 93.7
text 88
black 73.3
white 67.8
black and white 64.4
vintage 39.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Picture frame

Clarifai

Picture frame 39.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

paintings art 94.6%
beaches seaside 2%
streetview architecture 1.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-09

a vintage photo of a plane 74.3%
a vintage photo of an old airplane 69.1%
an old photo of a plane 69%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

a photograph of a paper plane.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a pair of scissors and a pair of scissors

OpenAI GPT

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

The image depicts an abstract composition featuring geometric shapes and minimalistic elements. It consists of several intersecting linear forms, such as rods or sticks, placed on a reflective or transparent surface, likely glass. The arrangement appears precarious, forming angular relationships between the elements. The photograph is black and white, emphasizing the stark contrast and shadows created by the shapes and light. The overall mood conveys simplicity and structure, with an experimental or modernist aesthetic.

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

The image appears to be an abstract or minimalist photographic composition. It features two slender, elongated rods placed at diagonal angles, intersecting each other above a reflective surface. One rod is more elevated and stands nearly vertical, while the other is tilted horizontally with one end touching the reflective surface, casting a reflection. The background is a soft, blurred gray tone, providing a neutral backdrop for the geometric arrangement. The edges of the photograph have a dark border, adding a slight vignette effect. The overall composition emphasizes simplicity, balance, and the interaction between the objects and their reflections.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a geometric abstract composition. It shows several intersecting lines and shapes, creating a sense of depth and movement. The image has a slightly hazy, textured quality, suggesting it may be an older or damaged photographic print. The overall impression is one of minimalism and visual intrigue, inviting the viewer to contemplate the interplay of form and space within the frame.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This appears to be a black and white abstract geometric photograph or artwork. It shows what looks like intersecting lines or bars made of light-colored or reflective material (possibly metal or glass) arranged at various angles against a plain light gray background. The composition creates an interesting play of angles and shadows, giving the piece a minimalist, constructivist feel. The image has a vintage quality to it, with some grain and imperfections typical of older photographic processes.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a geometric sculpture, featuring a white base with a series of intersecting lines and shapes. The sculpture appears to be made of wood or plastic, with a smooth, matte finish.

The background of the image is a plain gray wall, which provides a neutral backdrop for the sculpture. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the clean lines and minimalist design of the sculpture creating a sense of calm and serenity.

The photograph itself has a vintage feel to it, with visible signs of aging such as scratches and creases on the surface. This adds to the overall aesthetic of the image, giving it a sense of history and nostalgia.

Overall, the image is a beautiful representation of modern art, showcasing the beauty and simplicity of geometric design.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a geometric sculpture, featuring a large, flat base and a series of interconnected rods and shapes that rise from it. The sculpture appears to be made of metal or wood, with a smooth, matte finish.

The base of the sculpture is rectangular in shape, with a flat top and straight sides. It is positioned at an angle, with one corner pointing towards the camera and the other corner pointing away. Rising from the base are several rods and shapes, including a long, thin rod that extends upwards and outwards from the center of the base, a shorter, thicker rod that rises from the base at a 45-degree angle, and a series of smaller, more intricate shapes that are attached to the rods.

The background of the image is a plain, light-colored wall or surface, which provides a neutral backdrop for the sculpture. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the clean lines and geometric shapes of the sculpture creating a sense of balance and harmony.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a monochromatic photograph of a geometric structure made of metal. The structure consists of three metal rods, two of which are intersecting at an angle, forming a cross-like shape. The third rod is placed horizontally on top of the cross, creating a triangular base. The photograph is taken from a low angle, giving the impression that the structure is floating above the surface. The background is a plain, white surface, and the photograph has a slightly blurry effect, adding to the abstract and artistic feel of the image.

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

The image is in black and white, and it is a photograph of a geometric composition of a few sticks and a small piece of paper. The sticks are arranged in a way that they form a cross, with one stick placed horizontally and the other vertically. The paper is placed on top of the sticks, and it seems to be a small square. The image has a black border around it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph with a distinct, aged appearance. The subject appears to be a minimalist construction or sculpture.

Key features include:

  • Geometric Forms: The composition features intersecting straight lines and rectangular forms. Two longer, thin, straight elements intersect at approximately a 90-degree angle. There is a white rectangular prism.
  • Texture and Tone: The photograph has a grainy texture, which adds to the vintage aesthetic. The tones range from deep blacks in the border to lighter grays in the background, creating a sense of depth.
  • Light and Shadow: The lighting is soft, with the angled white element casting a subtle shadow across the surface.
  • Surface: The base appears to be a glass plane, upon which the sculpture rests. The glass shows a reflection of the construction, enhancing its presence.
  • Overall Impression: The image has a minimalist and abstract quality. It evokes a sense of simplicity and thoughtful design. The aged appearance and black frame suggest a vintage print.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

The image is a black and white photograph of a geometric still life. The composition is simple and abstract, featuring various geometric shapes and lines.

In the foreground, there is a translucent, possibly glass or acrylic surface that appears to reflect and refract light, creating multiple planes and edges. This surface serves as a base for the objects.

Resting on this surface are various wooden or similar materials. One prominent feature is a long, slender stick that extends diagonally across the frame, intersecting with another shorter, horizontal stick. Where they intersect, a small, rectangular block is placed, giving a sense of balance and structure to the composition.

The background is a soft, blurred expanse, lacking distinct details. This neutral background helps to isolate the geometric objects and emphasize their forms.

The photograph itself seems to have a slightly aged or vintage quality. The edges of the image are dark and somewhat worn, with slight imperfections, suggesting it might be an older print or a deliberate stylistic choice. Overall, the image has a minimalist and somewhat enigmatic quality, inviting the viewer to interpret the relationship between the objects and their symbolic meaning.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a geometric, abstract sculpture. The sculpture consists of several intersecting planes and lines, creating a sense of balance and symmetry. The composition includes a horizontal plane at the bottom, with two vertical lines intersecting at a central point, and additional diagonal elements adding complexity to the structure. The lighting in the photograph creates shadows and highlights, emphasizing the three-dimensional nature of the sculpture. The background is plain and light-colored, which helps to focus attention on the sculpture itself. The photograph has a vintage or aged appearance, with visible imperfections and a slightly worn border.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to depict an abstract, geometric composition. The central focus is on several angular elements that are arranged to create a sense of depth and perspective. A prominent diagonal line and intersecting lines are visible, suggesting a complex interplay of shapes and angles. The background is a plain, neutral tone, which helps to emphasize the geometric forms in the foreground. The overall style is reminiscent of abstract art or experimental photography, possibly aiming to convey a sense of structure, balance, or movement through the arrangement of these geometric shapes. The edges of the photograph are framed with a black border, adding to the aesthetic and giving it a vintage or film-like quality.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-06

This is a black-and-white photograph with a vintage or archival aesthetic, characterized by a slightly curved border and some imperfections, such as scratches and smudges. The main subject of the image is an abstract composition of geometric shapes, likely made of materials like wood or plastic.

The composition includes:

  • Two rectangular sticks or rods crossing each other, forming an "X" shape. One stick is lighter in tone, while the other is darker.
  • A triangular prism, positioned behind the crossed sticks, with its edges aligned with the sticks.
  • A transparent or reflective surface, possibly glass, which reflects the shapes and creates additional lines and angles within the composition.

The background is plain and textured, which helps to emphasize the geometric shapes in the foreground. The overall impression is one of a minimalist, abstract still life.