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Human Generated Data

Title

"Kandem" Bedside-Table Lamp

Date

c. 1928

People

Artist: Marianne Brandt, German 1893 - 1983

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Anonymous gift, BR48.28

Human Generated Data

Title

"Kandem" Bedside-Table Lamp

People

Artist: Marianne Brandt, German 1893 - 1983

Date

c. 1928

Classification

Lighting Devices

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Anonymous gift, BR48.28

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-18

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-18

electricity 99.8
lamp 99.5
bulb 99.4
no person 99.4
power 97
technology 95.6
equipment 95.2
spotlight 94.3
energy 94.1
isolated 94
fixture 94
glass items 93.4
contemporary 93.3
plastic 93.2
illuminated 92.4
family 88.8
stroboscope 88.4
fluorescent 88.1
tube 87.4
light 87.2

Imagga
created on 2018-12-27

megaphone 93.8
device 76.2
acoustic device 67.4
lamp 65.6
table lamp 38.8
spotlight 38.1
furniture 29.2
equipment 23.7
source of illumination 21.8
object 17.6
technology 16.3
metal 16.1
furnishing 15.6
tool 15.5
work 13.3
ventilator 13.2
office 12.9
home 12.8
communication 12.6
mouse 12.5
silver 12.4
electric 11.2
computer 11.2
business 10.9
steel 10.6
sound 10.4
shiny 10.3
close 10.3
connection 10.1
interior 9.7
cable 9.5
electronics 9.5
electricity 9.4
glass 9.3
3d 9.3
light 8.7
electronic 8.4
instrument 8.4
room 8.4
drink 8.4
domestic 8.1
music 8.1
black 7.8
speaker 7.8
announcement 7.8
desk 7.6
house 7.5
clean 7.5
wine 7.4
reflection 7.3
appliance 7.3
button 7
indoors 7
modern 7
nobody 7

Google
created on 2018-12-27

Microsoft
created on 2018-12-27

indoor 99.4
wall 99.3
black 71.6
white 61.3
black and white 61.3
monochrome 25
design 21.8
light 21.4
lamp 19.3
toilet 9.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Blow Dryer

Clarifai

Lamp

AWS Rekognition

Blow Dryer 89.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-12-27

interior objects 99.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-12-27

a white bowl on a table 35.5%
a close up of a sink 35.4%
a white bowl 35.3%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a lamp that is sitting on a table

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

a desk lamp with a white light on it

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

The image shows a vintage-style adjustable desk lamp in a monochrome (black and white) color scheme. The lamp has a curved base with a rounded rectangular shape, housing a small knob or switch used to turn it on or off. The neck is slightly angled and connects to the head of the lamp via a hinged joint, allowing flexibility in directing light. The lamp head itself is conical, with a wide, flared opening where the bulb is visible. The surface of the lamp appears metallic, showing subtle scratches and spots, giving it an aged or worn appearance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts a vintage-style desk lamp with a simple and industrial design. The lamp is monochromatic, primarily in a matte white or light gray finish, and shows signs of age or wear with some spots and scratches visible on the surface. The lamp has a rounded, conical shade that is directed downward and slightly toward the back, casting a shadow on the surface beneath it. The shade encases a light bulb that is visible through the opening. It is attached to an adjustable arm, allowing for positioning flexibility. The arm is mounted on a streamlined, rounded base with a small protruding knob or switch, presumably for turning the lamp on and off. A power cord extends from the base suggesting it is electric-powered. The background is a neutral gray, emphasizing the lamp as the focal point of the image.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows a vintage-style desk lamp with a white, cylindrical shade and a flexible arm. The lamp appears to be made of metal and has a simple, utilitarian design. The lamp is positioned on a flat surface, likely a desk or table, and is captured in a black and white photograph, giving it a classic, timeless aesthetic.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a black and white photograph of a vintage desk lamp. It appears to be from the mid-20th century, with a classic industrial design. The lamp has a cone-shaped shade and an adjustable neck mounted on an oval or round base. It's painted in what appears to be white or light gray, and shows some signs of wear or age with slight marks visible on the surface. The lamp has a simple, functional design characteristic of mid-century lighting fixtures, with a minimalist aesthetic that was popular during that era. The image is shot against a plain background, highlighting the lamp's clean lines and utilitarian form.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a vintage desk lamp with a metal base and adjustable arm, featuring a round, white shade that can be angled to direct light. The lamp is positioned at an angle, with the shade pointing towards the left side of the image. The base has a small knob on top, which appears to be used for adjusting the lamp's height or angle. The lamp is placed on a plain white surface, set against a plain white wall in the background. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a product photo or a still life composition, highlighting the lamp's design and features.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a white desk lamp with a metal base and a long, thin arm that extends from the base to the light shade. The light shade is conical in shape and has a small, round knob on top. The arm of the lamp is adjustable, allowing it to be positioned at different angles. The base of the lamp is oval-shaped and has a small, round knob in the center. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the lamp.

Overall, the image presents a clear and detailed view of the desk lamp, showcasing its design and features.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a desk lamp. The lamp is positioned centrally in the frame, and its design is simple and functional. The lamp has a cylindrical base with a rounded top, which transitions into a slender, adjustable neck. The neck is made of metal and features a series of screws and knobs that allow for height and angle adjustments. The lamp's shade is made of white metal, which reflects light efficiently. The lamp's shade is currently open, revealing a small, circular bulb inside that emits a soft, bright light. The lamp's shadow is visible on the background, indicating that it is turned on. The overall composition of the image is clean and straightforward, with the lamp being the sole focus of the photograph.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a desk lamp. The lamp has a curved, cylindrical metal base with a switch on the front. The base is connected to a long, thin metal pole, which is connected to a white metal lampshade. The lampshade is curved and has a white metal frame. The lampshade is attached to the pole with a metal bracket. The lamp is lit, casting a warm glow on the table.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-21

The image is a black and white photograph of a desk lamp. The lamp is made of metal and has a white paint finish. The shade of the lamp is cone-shaped and the base is oval-shaped. There is a switch on the base of the lamp. The lamp is turned on and the light bulb is visible. The background is a plain gray color.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-21

Here's a description of the image:

The image shows a classic, likely vintage, desk lamp. It's painted in a light, muted color, appearing almost off-white or pale gray. The lamp consists of:

  • Shade: A conical shade that's positioned facing downwards and to the left. The interior seems to house a lightbulb that is glowing.
  • Arm: The shade is connected to a curved arm which is attached to the base.
  • Base: The base is oval and has a small switch.
  • Details: There are hinges on the neck of the lamp which allow for adjusting the angle of the head. The lamp also has a wire that can be seen coming out of the base.

The overall impression is simple and functional. The black-and-white photography suggests a vintage aesthetic. The light is aimed downward, hinting at its intended use as a reading or task lamp. The background is a neutral gray, which helps the lamp stand out.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image shows a vintage-style desk lamp. The lamp has a simple, utilitarian design, likely made of metal and painted white. The lamp features a conical shade that directs light downwards, making it suitable for tasks such as reading or working. The arm of the lamp is adjustable, allowing the user to position the light source at different angles. The base of the lamp is oval-shaped and appears to be weighted for stability. The overall design suggests it may be an older model, possibly from the mid-20th century, and it has a somewhat industrial aesthetic. The lamp is connected to a power cord, which is visible extending from the base.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

The image shows a vintage-style desk lamp. It has a white, metallic finish and a conical lampshade. The lamp has a flexible arm that allows the position of the light to be adjusted. At the base, there is a circular stand with a small knob on the side, likely used to secure the lamp's position. The lamp is plugged into a standard electrical outlet. The background is plain and neutral, which makes the lamp the main focus of the image. The lamp appears to be in good condition, with a slight patina that suggests it may be older or has been used for some time.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-09

The image depicts a vintage desk lamp with a minimalist and utilitarian design. The lamp has a simple, curved arm that extends from a flat, oval-shaped base. The lamp shade is conical, directing light downward, and is attached to the arm with a small, adjustable hinge. There are a couple of visible screws and knobs, likely for adjusting the position of the lamp shade. The lamp is painted in a light, possibly white or off-white color, and there are some visible signs of wear or discoloration on the surface. The overall style suggests it could be from the mid-20th century. The lamp is photographed against a plain, neutral background, emphasizing its design and simplicity.