Human Generated Data

Title

Photographs of Dessau Bauhaus

Date

20th century

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Howard Dearstyne, BR50.42

Human Generated Data

Title

Photographs of Dessau Bauhaus

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

20th century

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Howard Dearstyne, BR50.42

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Animal 99.3
Drawing 98.9
Art 98.9
Sketch 95.1
Modern Art 74.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-25

bird 98.8
art 97.3
retro 96.8
no person 96.1
paper 94.8
vintage 92.6
illustration 91.6
print 90
artistic 89.9
vector 87.9
painting 87.6
abstract 85.6
old 85.6
nature 85.2
texture 84.6
post 84.4
dirty 83.9
design 83.7
wood 83.4
feather 83.3

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

wading bird 97.1
bird 76.9
aquatic bird 72.7
sky 21.7
flying 19.9
wildlife 18.7
wings 18.2
travel 17.6
ocean 17.4
sea 17.3
palm 16.8
fly 16.8
wild 16.5
flight 16.3
tropical 16.2
beach 16
tree 15.5
water 14
black 13.8
beak 13.5
feathers 12.6
coast 12.6
summer 12.2
eagle 12.1
island 11.9
tourism 11.5
vacation 11.5
landscape 11.1
coconut 10.9
feather 10.6
cloud 10.3
free 10.3
relax 10.1
holiday 10
paradise 9.4
freedom 9.1
peace 9.1
backgrounds 8.9
birds 8.7
sand 8.7
resort 8.4
plant 8.4
exotic 8.2
sun 8
eye 8
hawk 7.9
avian 7.9
leaf 7.8
wing 7.6
outdoor 7.6
bay 7.5
branch 7.3
color 7.2
scenic 7

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Rectangle 90.1
Font 82.8
Art 81.2
Beak 73
Feather 72.7
Wood 71.8
Painting 71.4
Drawing 68.8
Tail 68.7
Illustration 67.8
Natural material 67.3
Visual arts 67.2
Wing 66.9
Paper 65.5
Paper product 65
Seabird 64.2
Graphics 55.7
Pattern 55.5
Artwork 54
Tree 53.7

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

sketch 95.5
art 95.5
drawing 94.6
text 92.9
design 68.3
black and white 67.5
abstract 62.3
businesscard 22

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bird

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Bird 99.3%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

paintings art 94.4%
pets animals 3.2%
streetview architecture 1.9%

Captions

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a bird in flight

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image shows two distinct abstract artworks pinned onto a textured background.

  1. Top Artwork: The upper image appears to be a dynamic, abstract form resembling a curved flow of energy or motion. It's composed of dense black strokes that fan out, forming arcs and creating a sense of dimensionality. A thin straight line cuts through the composition, adding contrast and tension to the organic shapes.

  2. Bottom Artwork: The lower image consists of bold, parallel diagonal lines forming a high-contrast, geometric pattern. Several shaded spheres are scattered across the composition, breaking the linearity and adding depth. The spheres give a sense of three-dimensionality against the flat striped background.

Both pieces exhibit a modern, graphic design aesthetic and appear to explore motion, depth, and abstraction.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts two abstract artworks, each mounted on a textured surface with visible pinholes at the corners, suggesting they are displayed on a board or wall.

The top artwork features a dynamic, swirling form in black and gray tones. It resembles a twisted ribbon or wave, with varying intensity of shading that gives it a three-dimensional appearance. A thin, straight line intersects the form from the front left to the back right, adding a geometric contrast to the organic shape.

The bottom artwork shows a series of black and white diagonal lines stretching from the bottom left to the top right, creating a pattern of parallel stripes. Superimposed over these stripes are three spherical shapes, each with shading that suggests volume, appearing to 'float' over the striped background.

Both pieces exhibit optical and geometric qualities, playing with visual perception and depth, common characteristics of Op Art and abstract art.

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 featuring two distinct abstract compositions. The top portion shows a striking, feather-like shape with intricate, detailed textures. The bottom portion features a series of bold, geometric lines and patterns, creating a sense of depth and movement. The overall aesthetic suggests an exploration of light, shadow, and the interplay of organic and geometric forms. The image has a striking, visually captivating quality, inviting the viewer to examine the contrasting elements and appreciate the artistic exploration of the medium.

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

This image shows two different abstract artistic compositions mounted together. The top piece features a dynamic black brushstroke or mark that creates a sweeping, wing-like form across a white background, intersected by a thin diagonal line. The bottom piece is a geometric abstract design with diagonal parallel lines creating a striped pattern, with two circular or spherical shapes appearing to float over or interact with the striped background. Both pieces appear to be black and white artworks, possibly prints or drawings, and they seem to be mounted or pinned to a darker background surface.

Meta Llama

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

The image presents a collection of two black-and-white sketches, each showcasing distinct artistic styles.

Top Sketch:
The top sketch features a bird in flight, characterized by its wings spread wide and a long tail. The bird is rendered in a soft, charcoal-like texture, with subtle shading that adds depth to the image. A thin line extends from the bird's wing to the edge of the paper, creating a sense of movement and energy. The background of the top sketch is a clean white, providing a crisp contrast to the dark, detailed bird.

Bottom Sketch:
In contrast, the bottom sketch presents a more abstract composition. A series of diagonal lines radiate from a central point, creating a dynamic and dynamic pattern. The lines are thick and bold, with a slight gradient effect that gives the impression of depth and dimensionality. At the center of the lines lies a small, rounded shape, which could be interpreted as a symbol or a focal point. The background of the bottom sketch is also white, but with a subtle texture that adds visual interest.

Overall:
The two sketches are displayed on a gray background, which provides a neutral and understated backdrop for the artwork. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with each sketch showcasing a unique approach to composition and style. The use of black and white creates a timeless quality, allowing the viewer to focus on the artistic expression rather than the color palette.

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

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of two pieces of artwork, each showcasing distinct styles and techniques. The top piece features a charcoal drawing of a bird in flight, with its wings spread wide and a long tail extending behind it. The bird is depicted in a dynamic pose, as if it is soaring through the air. A thin line extends from the bird's beak to the left side of the paper, adding a sense of movement and energy to the composition.

In contrast, the bottom piece is a geometric abstraction that employs optical illusions to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artwork consists of black and white stripes that radiate from a central point, creating a sense of movement and energy. The stripes are arranged in a way that creates a sense of depth, with some stripes appearing closer to the viewer than others. This creates a sense of visual tension and adds to the overall dynamic feel of the piece.

Both pieces are mounted on a white background, which provides a clean and neutral contrast to the bold and expressive artworks. The overall effect is one of visual interest and engagement, as the viewer is drawn into the dynamic and expressive world of the artworks.

Amazon Nova

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

The image displays two monochromatic artworks on a white background. The top artwork features a stylized, abstract form resembling a wing or a feather, created with a series of overlapping, curved lines that suggest movement or fluidity. The lines vary in thickness, with some appearing more solid and others more delicate, adding depth and texture to the piece. The bottom artwork is a geometric composition with a series of concentric circles and radiating lines, creating a dynamic, almost three-dimensional effect. The circles are uneven in size, and the lines intersect at various angles, contributing to the overall sense of motion and complexity.

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

The image is a black and white photograph of two artworks mounted on a gray background. The top artwork is a pencil drawing of two feather-like shapes, which are abstract and free-form. The feather-like shapes are positioned diagonally across the paper, and there are a few faint lines that intersect them. The bottom artwork is a geometric pattern consisting of intersecting lines and circles. The lines are parallel and evenly spaced, creating a grid-like structure. The circles are positioned at the intersections of the lines, adding a sense of depth and movement to the composition. The artwork is mounted on a white background, which contrasts with the black and white photograph. Overall, the image showcases the artist's skill in creating abstract and geometric compositions using simple materials like pencil and paper.

Google Gemini

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

The image shows two black-and-white prints pinned to a gray background.

The top print features an abstract, swirling shape resembling a stylized "N" or a bird's wing. The shape is rendered with dense lines that gradually fade into the background. A thin, straight line diagonally crosses the shape.

The bottom print presents an optical illusion with diagonal black stripes converging towards the top right corner. Three partially visible, shaded circles are interspersed among the stripes, creating a sense of depth.

Both prints are attached to the background with pins, which are visible in the corners. The overall composition is simple and stark, emphasizing the graphic nature of the prints.

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 that appears to be a documentation of two pieces of abstract art or studies.

  • Top Image: The top image displays a flowing, curved form drawn with heavy pencil strokes and shading. The form appears to be twisted, and a single straight line cuts across it. It evokes movement and volume through the use of shading. The artwork is mounted with two push pins.

  • Bottom Image: The bottom image features a composition of bold, black and white stripes radiating from a central point. Within the striped pattern, three dark circular shapes are present, seemingly floating or interacting with the stripes. It's mounted with two push pins.

The photograph is presented in a slightly tilted manner, and some shadows indicate it may have been captured in natural light. The aesthetic is reminiscent of studies in art or design, emphasizing form and pattern through strong contrasts. The overall impression is of artistic exploration and experimentation.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of two pieces of artwork, both mounted on a textured background.

  1. Top Artwork:

    • This piece features a dynamic, abstract design created with black lines and shading. The design resembles a series of wavy, overlapping shapes that give a sense of movement and depth. The lines seem to be drawn with varying pressure, creating areas of dense shading and lighter, more delicate lines.
  2. Bottom Artwork:

    • This piece consists of a series of parallel diagonal lines that create a striped pattern. The lines are evenly spaced and alternate between black and white, creating a strong visual contrast. There are a few irregularities in the pattern, such as breaks or variations in the lines, which add visual interest.

Both artworks are affixed to the background with what appear to be small pins or tacks in each corner, suggesting they might be part of a display or exhibition. The overall aesthetic is minimalist and abstract, focusing on line work and contrast.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of two separate artworks pinned to a textured surface.

  1. The top portion of the image features a sketch of a stylized bird in flight. The bird's wings are outstretched and appear to be in mid-flap, with the feathers detailed in fine, linear strokes. The bird is oriented diagonally, and the sketch is simple yet dynamic, conveying a sense of movement.

  2. The bottom portion of the image displays a geometric pattern consisting of converging lines that radiate from a central point, converging towards the bottom of the frame. Within this pattern, there are three dark, irregular shapes that seem to interact with the lines, creating a sense of depth and movement. The lines are stark and contrast sharply with the dark shapes, giving the artwork a bold, modern aesthetic.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-04

This black-and-white photograph contains two distinct hand-drawn pieces of artwork displayed on a textured surface.

  • Top Image: The upper artwork features an abstract, feather-like or fan-like shape drawn in dark charcoal or pencil. The design is composed of elongated, layered elements that resemble feathers, creating a sense of depth and movement. Thin lines extend from the base towards the tips of the "feathers," adding a sense of direction and flow.

  • Bottom Image: The lower artwork is a geometric composition consisting of parallel diagonal lines that create a pattern reminiscent of optical art. Within this pattern, three spherical shapes are positioned at different depths, giving the illusion of being embedded within the lines, enhancing the three-dimensional effect.

Both artworks are pinned or attached to the textured background, which appears to be a fabric or canvas, adding a tactile element to the overall composition.