Human Generated Data

Title

"Kandem" Bedside-Table Lamp

Date

c. 1928

People

Designer: Marianne Brandt, German 1893 - 1983

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Anonymous gift, BR50.52

Human Generated Data

Title

"Kandem" Bedside-Table Lamp

People

Designer: Marianne Brandt, German 1893 - 1983

Date

c. 1928

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Anonymous gift, BR50.52

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-18

Lampshade 91.8
Lamp 89.8
Bird 68
Animal 68

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

monochrome 99.7
still life 98.5
art 98.3
minimalism 97.1
light 96.7
black and white 96.1
beach 95.9
mono 95.7
studio 95.5
reflection 94.7
lamp 93.9
wedding 93.9
room 93
abstract 92.3
no person 91.8
winter 91.1
shadow 90.9
snow 90.7
analogue 90.7
furniture 90.6

Imagga
created on 2022-06-18

hourglass 45.7
lamp 32
glass 27.5
timepiece 26.8
container 23.9
vessel 21.7
furniture 21.3
table lamp 19.7
table 15.6
equipment 15
object 14.6
ladle 14.3
liquid 13.9
bottle 13.2
case 12.8
black 12.6
decoration 12.3
drink 11.7
light 11.4
teapot 11.3
china 11.3
business 10.9
silver 10.6
perfume 10.5
biology 10.4
technology 10.4
plate 10.2
furnishing 10.1
cup 10.1
experiment 9.7
chemistry 9.7
chemical 9.6
laboratory 9.6
office 9.6
measure 9.6
celebration 9.6
objects 9.6
research 9.5
luxury 9.4
set 9.3
glasses 9.2
flower 9.2
porcelain 9.2
clean 9.2
utensil 9
pot 8.9
scale 8.9
interior 8.8
flask 8.8
spotlight 8.8
development 8.5
industry 8.5
relax 8.4
dinner 8.4
modern 8.4
service 8.3
silverware 8.3
science 8
decor 8
beaker 7.9
acid 7.9
vase 7.9
pharmacy 7.8
restaurant 7.8
3d 7.7
room 7.7
source of illumination 7.6
symbol 7.4
wine 7.4
water 7.3
meal 7.3
beverage 7.3
computer 7.2

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-18

indoor 95.8
wall 95
black and white 91
fashion accessory 85.6
tableware 82
desk 76.7
text 76.5
white 70.6
monochrome 61.9
lamp 48.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Lamp
Bird
Lamp 89.8%
Bird 68%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 99.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-18

a lamp on a table 72.7%
a desk with a lamp on a table 64.2%
a lamp that is on a table 64.1%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-30

a photograph of a pair of lamps with a lamp on a table -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts two vintage desk lamps positioned on a plain surface against a neutral background. Both lamps have rounded bases and curved shades, designed to direct light downward. They appear to be made of metal and show signs of wear, such as scratches and discoloration. The lamp on the right features an adjustable arm, while the one on the left seems more fixed in design. The overall setting is minimal, emphasizing the lamps as the focal point of the composition.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a black and white photograph of two desk lamps placed on a flat surface against a plain background. Both lamps have a similar design with a conical shade that narrows towards the top, mounted on a short arm, and a triangular base. The lamp on the left is positioned directly facing the camera, while the lamp on the right is slightly angled to the side. The surface and lamps are evenly lit, highlighting the metallic and slightly worn texture of the lamps. A tag can be seen attached to the arm of the lamp on the right. The lamps seem to be older or possibly vintage, suggesting they might be of historical or design interest.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of two metal desk lamps, positioned side by side on a table or shelf. The lamp on the left features a rounded base and a curved arm that extends to support a dome-shaped shade, which is currently angled downwards. In contrast, the lamp on the right boasts a flat base and an adjustable arm that can be tilted to direct the light downwards or upwards. Both lamps are equipped with a switch located at the base of the arm, allowing for easy control over the lighting.

The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow cast by the lamps on the table or shelf. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a product photo shoot, likely intended to showcase the design and functionality of the desk lamps. The use of a plain background and the careful arrangement of the lamps create a clean and minimalist aesthetic, drawing attention to the products themselves.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white photograph of two desk lamps, positioned side by side on a flat surface. The lamp on the left has its head facing downwards, while the lamp on the right has its head facing upwards. Both lamps have a similar design, featuring a round base and a curved arm that supports the light source. The background of the image is a plain white wall, with a subtle shadow cast by the lamps. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of simplicity and minimalism, with the focus solely on the two lamps.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring two metal desk lamps. The lamps are positioned side by side on a flat surface, possibly a table or a shelf. Both lamps have a cylindrical base and a rectangular shade that directs light upwards. The shades appear to be made of metal, with a smooth, reflective surface. The lamps are designed to be adjustable, with a hinge or joint allowing the shade to be tilted or rotated. The lamps are placed in a simple, uncluttered environment, with no other objects or distractions visible in the image. The overall effect is clean and minimalist, with the lamps serving as the main focus of the photograph.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of two desk lamps. The lamps are placed on a flat surface, possibly a table. Both lamps have a similar design with a rounded shade that is slightly tilted forward, suggesting that they are adjustable. The lamps appear to be made of metal, with a matte finish that gives them a utilitarian look. There is a wire extending from the base of each lamp, likely for electrical connection. The background is plain and does not provide any additional context or details.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-24

This black and white photograph depicts two vintage desk lamps set against a plain background. The lamps, each with a curved shade and a cylindrical post, are positioned on a white surface that likely serves as a presentation stage for the product photography.

The lamp on the left has a simpler design with a curved metal rod supporting the shade, while the lamp on the right appears to have a more articulated arm for adjustability. The photograph seems to be a test print, as indicated by the frame markings and the presence of a number "1" with an arrow in the lower right corner.

The image has a slight vintage feel due to its black and white format and the design of the lamps, suggesting it might be a photograph from the mid-20th century. There's a sense of functionality in the design of the lamps, reflecting the utilitarian aesthetics of the time.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-24

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph featuring two desk lamps. They are placed on a white surface, likely a table or shelf, against a plain white background. The lamps have a similar design, each with a cone-shaped shade and a cylindrical body. One lamp appears to be fixed, while the other has an articulated arm, suggesting adjustability. The image is well-lit, with the lamps casting shadows on the surface they rest on. The quality suggests the photograph might be an older analog shot, perhaps a product shot or a documentary image.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring two vintage desk lamps. Both lamps have a similar design, characterized by a round, wide base and a conical lampshade. The lamps appear to be made of metal and have an industrial or utilitarian aesthetic.

The lamp on the left is positioned with its lampshade tilted slightly downward, and its arm is relatively straight. The lamp on the right has its lampshade tilted more upward, and its arm is bent at an angle, showcasing the adjustability of the lamp. Both lamps have visible wiring and a switch near the base. The background is plain and light-colored, which helps to highlight the details of the lamps. The overall composition suggests a focus on the design and functionality of these vintage lighting fixtures.

Text analysis

Google

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