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Human Generated Data

Title

Greencastle, Pennsylvania, from the portfolio "Six Water Towers"

Date

1976

People

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

Artist: Bernd Becher, German 1931 - 2007

Artist: Hilla Becher, German 1934 - 2015

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Francis H. Burr Memorial Fund, 1992.370

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

Greencastle, Pennsylvania, from the portfolio "Six Water Towers"

People

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

Artist: Bernd Becher, German 1931 - 2007

Artist: Hilla Becher, German 1934 - 2015

Date

1976

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Francis H. Burr Memorial Fund, 1992.370

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-15

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

tank 97.5
industry 97.5
petroleum 97.4
pollution 96.1
grinder 95.3
no person 95.2
technology 95
natural gas 94.7
tower 93.6
energy 93.4
monochrome 93.2
steel 93.2
vintage 91
gasoline 89.9
expression 87.9
sky 87.6
fuel 87.5
environment 86.9
production 86
pipe 86

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

water tower 100
reservoir 100
tank 100
vessel 74.6
tower 53.5
container 37.1
sky 37
beacon 30.5
structure 30
industry 27.3
power 26
energy 19.3
industrial 19.1
environment 18.9
lighthouse 18.7
light 18.1
electricity 17
high 16.5
metal 16.1
tall 16
steel 15.9
sea 15.6
building 15.1
danger 14.6
sunset 14.4
landmark 13.6
station 13.6
wire 13.4
technology 13.4
water 12.7
coast 12.6
architecture 12.5
ocean 12.5
ship 12.3
construction 12
travel 12
old 11.9
clouds 11.8
house 11.7
supply 11.6
gas 11.6
navigation 11.6
pollution 11.5
safety 11.1
silhouette 10.8
cables 10.8
fuel 10.6
cable 10.5
landscape 10.4
cloud 10.3
line 10.3
historic 10.1
pylon 9.9
towers 9.8
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electrical 9.6
storage 9.5
equipment 9
voltage 8.8
electric 8.4
against 8.3
lines 8.1
wires 7.9
transmission 7.9
factory 7.7
port 7.7
lamp 7.6
environmental 7.5
boat 7.4
oil 7.4
island 7.3
river 7.1

Google
created on 2021-12-15

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-15

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Train

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Train 67.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2021-12-15

paintings art 96.6%
streetview architecture 3.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-15

a close up of a tower 77.4%
the tower of the building 77.3%
a building with a tower in the background 73%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a black and white photo of a water tank

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-21

This image features a black and white photograph of an industrial scene. At the center is a large water tower with a cylindrical tank supported by a lattice-like steel framework. Below the tank, there's a narrow walkway encircling it, and access appears to be provided by a set of stairs with a handrail. To the left side of the tower, there are railway tracks that lead into the distance, and part of another structure can be seen in the background, possibly related to railway operations.

On the right side of the tower is a horizontal cylindrical structure, likely a storage tank, situated on the ground. The landscape appears somewhat barren or underutilized, with patches of grass and puddles visible on the ground, suggesting a lack of recent maintenance. Industrial equipment and facilities can be seen in the far background to the left, and there might be some utility poles.

The bottom of the image features some text or a caption that seems to provide context or a title to the photograph, but it's not completely readable in this viewing format. There's also a marking on the bottom left that indicates this is likely a limited edition print of some sort, as it's marked "4/25”, suggesting it's the fourth print in a series of 25.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-21

The image portrays a black and white photograph of an old water tower located in a railway yard, specifically at the Verschiebebahnhof Mannheim in Germany. The water tower is an industrial structure elevated on metal supports, which provide it with stability and height. The tank appears cylindrical and includes a walkway or railing around its perimeter. Below the tank, a network of metal beams and possibly functional operational units can be seen, indicative of its use in the railway yard.

Surrounding the water tower, there are multiple train tracks and a traditional, small, possibly brick control house or operator’s cabin. The landscape is industrial with some signs of overgrown vegetation and utilitarian design. The image has a stark, utilitarian atmosphere, emphasizing the stark lines and geometric shapes of the industrial architecture, highlighted by the sharp contrast created by the monochrome photography.

At the bottom of the photograph, there is a caption that reads "Wasserturm Verschiebebahnhof Mannheim," identifying the location and subject of the image. This appears to be a historical or documentary photograph, providing visual insight into the industrial heritage of Mannheim’s railway facilities.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is a black and white photograph of an industrial water tower, likely from a railway yard in Mannheim (based on the caption). The tower has a distinctive design with a cylindrical tank at the top supported by a steel framework structure. The framework creates a geometric pattern of triangular supports. Around the middle of the tower is a maintenance platform or walkway that encircles the structure. In the background, you can see railroad tracks and what appears to be a signal box or control building. The image has an industrial, utilitarian aesthetic typical of early-to-mid 20th century industrial photography. The composition emphasizes the tower's geometric forms and engineering design.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-21

The image shows a large industrial water tower or storage tank, surrounded by a tall metal frame structure. The tower has a rounded, dome-shaped top and appears to be made of metal panels. The frame structure has a triangular pattern of criss-crossing metal beams, giving it a geometric, architectural appearance. In the background, there are some additional structures, including what appears to be a small building or shelter. The overall scene has a monochrome, industrial aesthetic, with the water tower and frame structure standing prominently in the foreground.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-21

This is a black and white photograph of an industrial water tower, likely at a railway facility in Mannheim (based on the caption). The tower has a distinctive design with a large cylindrical tank at the top supported by a steel framework structure. The tank appears to have a conical or tapered section beneath it with triangular supports. The tower is surrounded by railway tracks, and in the background, you can see some railway cars and what appears to be a signal box or control building. The photograph has an industrial, documentary quality typical of architectural and industrial photography of the mid-20th century. The composition emphasizes the geometric and functional aspects of the water tower's design.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image is a black and white photograph of an old water tower, with a cylindrical shape and a flat top. The tower is made of metal and has a ladder leading up to the top. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks and a large tank. The background shows other buildings and structures, including another water tower.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in a rural or industrial area, possibly in the early 20th century. The water tower appears to be abandoned or no longer in use, which adds to the sense of nostalgia and decay.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an industrial water tower situated in a train yard. The water tower, constructed from metal, features a cylindrical shape with a flat top and a railing surrounding it. It is supported by a metal framework that extends from the ground to the top of the tower.

In the foreground, several train tracks are visible, along with a large tank on the right side of the image. In the background, additional train cars and buildings can be seen, set against an overcast sky. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of industrial activity and functionality.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a water tower. The water tower is made of metal and has a cylindrical shape with a conical roof. It is situated on a concrete platform and has a metal ladder on one side, leading to the top. The water tower is surrounded by a metal fence, and there is a large, cylindrical object nearby, possibly a water tank or a storage container. In the background, there are several buildings and a train on the tracks.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image is in black and white. It features a water tower in the center of the image. The tower has a spiral staircase that wraps around it, leading to the top. The tower is supported by a series of metal struts. On the right side of the tower, there is a large cylindrical tank. In the background, there are railway tracks and a few buildings.

Google Gemini

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

The image is a black and white photograph of a water tower at a rail yard. The tower is the primary focus and is composed of a large, riveted metal tank atop a complex metal framework. The framework is composed of crisscrossing metal beams and several platforms connected by ladders. The tower sits amidst an unpaved area with scattered vegetation, and railroad tracks run through the foreground. In the background, partially obscured by the tower, is a small building that appears to be a control or service structure associated with the rail yard. Other details in the background include railroad cars and overhead wires. The photograph has been mounted on a white background. At the bottom edge is the text "Wasserturm Verschiebebahnhof Mannheim", indicating the location of the water tower as the Mannheim marshalling yard.

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

Here's a description of the image:

Overall: The image is a black and white photograph of a water tower, likely taken in an industrial or railway setting. It appears to be a vintage photograph.

Main Subject: The central focus is a large, steel water tower. It has a bulbous, cylindrical water tank at the top, supported by a complex latticework of steel beams and girders. The structure includes a circular platform or walkway around the tank, and a ladder for access.

Setting: The water tower stands within a railway yard or industrial area. There are visible railway tracks, a small building that appears to be a control room or signal box, a large cylindrical tank. In the background, there are what appear to be trains, which helps to identify the setting. The ground around the tower is unpaved with some vegetation growing through.

Composition: The photograph is well-composed, with the water tower positioned centrally. The perspective is straight-on, emphasizing the size and architecture of the structure. The details of the steel framework and the surrounding environment are captured clearly, indicating a good quality camera and printing process.

Tone and Style: The photograph has a slightly muted or melancholic tone due to the black and white rendering and the industrial setting. The style feels documentary or artistic, rather than commercially produced.

Additional Details: There is some text at the bottom of the image, which may be a title, location and maybe the photographer's name. The text is too small to read without zooming in or the use of AI to extract the information.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of an industrial structure, specifically a water tower. The tower is cylindrical with a conical roof and is supported by a lattice framework of metal beams. The structure appears to be made of metal and has a utilitarian design, typical of industrial architecture.

In the background, there are railway tracks and various industrial buildings, suggesting that the water tower is part of a larger railway yard or industrial complex. The scene is devoid of people, emphasizing the industrial and functional nature of the setting. The photograph captures the stark and geometric forms of the tower and its surroundings, highlighting the contrast between the dark metal structures and the lighter sky.

The image is titled "Wasserturm Verschiebebahnhof Mannheim," which translates to "Water Tower, Marshalling Yard Mannheim." This indicates that the water tower is located in Mannheim, Germany, and is part of a marshalling yard, which is a railway facility where trains are assembled and disassembled.

Qwen

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

The image is a black and white photograph of an industrial setting, featuring a tall water tower as the central subject. The water tower has a cylindrical shape with a flat top, and it is supported by a metal framework with various access ladders and platforms. In the foreground, there are tracks and some industrial equipment, including what appears to be a large cylindrical tank. To the right of the water tower, there is a smaller building with a pitched roof, possibly a signal or control house. The background shows additional structures, including what looks like train tracks and overhead power lines. The image has a desolate and somewhat abandoned atmosphere, with patches of grass growing around the base of the water tower. The text at the bottom of the image reads "WASSERTURM VERSCHIEBEBAHNOEF MANNHEIM," which translates to "Water Tower Sorting Yard Mannheim."

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

This is a black-and-white photograph of a water tower located at a train station. The water tower has a cylindrical tank supported by a metal framework with ladders and walkways. There is a small, enclosed area at the base of the tower. The surrounding area includes train tracks, a building with a sloped roof, and various other structures and equipment associated with a railway station. The scene appears to be somewhat industrial and utilitarian. The photograph is framed with a white border, and there is a caption at the bottom that reads "Wasserturm Verschiebebahnhof Mannheim," indicating the location as a marshalling yard in Mannheim, Germany.

Text analysis

Amazon

WASSERTURM
WASSERTURM MANNHEIM
MANNHEIM
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Hollo been
been

Google

WASSERTURM VERSCHIERERAENHOF MANNHEIM
WASSERTURM
VERSCHIERERAENHOF
MANNHEIM