Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Hong Kong)

Date

March 3, 1960-March 13, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5418

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Hong Kong)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 3, 1960-March 13, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5418

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

City 100
Metropolis 100
Urban 100
Road 100
Street 100
Neighborhood 100
Car 99.1
Transportation 99.1
Vehicle 99.1
Path 97.8
Sidewalk 97.8
Person 97.8
Person 97.1
Person 96.7
Person 96.3
Car 94
Person 93.1
Person 92.8
License Plate 91.9
Person 91.8
Person 91.5
Architecture 90
Building 90
Person 88.9
Person 87.9
Person 86.3
Person 83.2
Person 74.7
Person 74.5
Head 60.9
Pedestrian 58
Intersection 57
Sedan 56.7
Sign 56.7
Symbol 56.7
Downtown 56.6
Alley 56
Walking 55.7
Clothing 55.3
Coat 55.3

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 99.7
street 99.7
monochrome 99.7
group 99
group together 98.1
many 98.1
stock 96.6
Broadway 95.8
adult 95.8
several 92.4
crowd 92.2
transportation system 90.8
commerce 90.7
two 89.6
road 88.9
black and white 87.8
city 87.1
vehicle 85.3
man 84.6
pavement 84.2

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

architecture 47.5
city 45.7
building 40.7
urban 28.8
street 27.6
travel 26.8
buildings 25.5
wagon 24.5
tourism 22.3
wheeled vehicle 22.1
night 21.3
old 18.8
landmark 18.1
sky 17.9
cityscape 16.1
tourist 16
town 14.8
structure 14.6
construction 14.5
famous 14
lights 13.9
container 12.7
tower 12.5
history 12.5
downtown 12.5
skyline 12.3
exterior 12
culture 12
center 11.9
road 11.7
river 11.6
bridge 11.5
monument 11.2
flag 11.2
house 11
billboard 10.8
water 10.7
business district 10.2
people 10
light 10
stall 10
plaza 9.8
office 9.8
business 9.7
new 9.7
ancient 9.5
supermarket 9.4
destination 9.4
evening 9.3
signboard 9.1
square 9.1
skyscraper 9
cars 8.8
panoramic 8.6
day 8.6
lamp 8.6
capital 8.5
industry 8.5
brick 8.5
historical 8.5
vehicle 8.3
historic 8.3
car 8.1
tramway 7.9
cities 7.8
district 7.8
modern 7.7
stone 7.6
grocery store 7.6
dusk 7.6
united 7.6
tall 7.5
vacation 7.4
sunset 7.2
transportation 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

outdoor 99.8
building 99.7
street 97.7
city 67
people 62.1
busy 47.9
old 41.7

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 16-22
Gender Male, 80.4%
Sad 99.9%
Calm 11.2%
Fear 10.4%
Surprised 6.9%
Confused 0.8%
Angry 0.8%
Happy 0.7%
Disgusted 0.5%

AWS Rekognition

Age 4-12
Gender Female, 91%
Happy 38.8%
Calm 31.6%
Surprised 25.4%
Fear 6.1%
Sad 5.1%
Disgusted 1.6%
Confused 1.6%
Angry 0.8%

AWS Rekognition

Age 19-27
Gender Female, 64.2%
Fear 54.9%
Calm 49.5%
Surprised 6.9%
Sad 2.5%
Angry 1.6%
Happy 0.9%
Disgusted 0.7%
Confused 0.7%

AWS Rekognition

Age 22-30
Gender Male, 97.6%
Calm 71.9%
Fear 13.5%
Angry 9.4%
Surprised 6.6%
Sad 2.9%
Happy 0.8%
Disgusted 0.8%
Confused 0.6%

AWS Rekognition

Age 13-21
Gender Male, 97.3%
Calm 84.5%
Angry 7.7%
Surprised 6.4%
Fear 6%
Sad 4.9%
Confused 0.7%
Happy 0.4%
Disgusted 0.3%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Car
Person
Building
Car 99.1%
Car 94%
Person 97.8%
Person 97.1%
Person 96.7%
Person 96.3%
Person 93.1%
Person 92.8%
Person 91.8%
Person 91.5%
Person 88.9%
Person 87.9%
Person 86.3%
Person 83.2%
Person 74.7%
Person 74.5%
Building 90%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-06

a photograph of a black and white photo of a busy street in the city -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a busy urban street scene in what appears to be Hong Kong in the mid-20th century, characterized by dense signage and pedestrian activity. The street is lined with shops, including tailors, silk stores, and other businesses, with their names prominently displayed on large, multi-lingual signs in both English and Chinese. The signs are varied in design and size, hanging from buildings and poles at different angles, adding to the bustling visual composition.

A vintage car is visible in the foreground on the left side of the image, hinting at the era. Pedestrians fill the street, some walking toward the camera and others passing by, dressed in mid-century attire. Buildings have balconies with wrought iron railings, laundry hanging, and a compact layout typical of traditional cityscapes in Hong Kong. The atmosphere feels energetic and crowded, showcasing the commerce and daily life of the time.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a busy street in what appears to be an Asian city, likely Hong Kong given the presence of traditional Chinese characters on the signs and the style of the street. The scene is lively, with a significant number of pedestrians walking along the street and sidewalks, and numerous cars parked along the curb. The street is densely lined with shops and businesses, as indicated by the abundance of signage in both English and Chinese.

Prominent signs for businesses such as "BAY SILK STORE," "CHEUNG TAILOR," and "WAH MAY COMPANY" can be seen. Other signs advertise various services, such as tailoring, silk, photography, and exporting. There's also a "MOW KEE LADIES TAILORS" sign visible. The signs are in a mix of traditional Chinese characters and English, capturing the multicultural essence of the area.

The buildings are multi-story, with wrought-iron balconies and a plethora of shop fronts, creating a bustling urban atmosphere. The street appears narrow, typical of older urban areas, and filled with the hustle and bustle typical of a commercial district.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a busy street in Hong Kong, likely taken in the mid-20th century. The street is lined with various shops and signs, including those for tailors, silk stores, and dealers of antiques and export goods. The street is bustling with people walking in both directions, and there are several cars parked along the side of the road.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of vibrant activity and commerce, with the crowded street and numerous signs creating a sense of energy and excitement. The use of black-and-white photography adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the image, capturing a moment in time that has been preserved for generations to come.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a bustling street in Hong Kong, characterized by a mix of old and new signs. The street is lined with various shops, including a silk store, a tailor, and a photo copy company, as indicated by the signs. The presence of a vintage car and pedestrians adds to the lively atmosphere.

In the foreground, a white car is visible on the left side of the street, while people are walking along the sidewalk. The signs above the shops display a combination of English and Chinese characters, reflecting the cultural diversity of the area. The overall scene captures the vibrant essence of Hong Kong's streets during a bygone era.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

A black-and-white photograph of a bustling street scene in a city. The image captures a street lined with shops, each adorned with signs and banners in various languages. The signs include "SILK STORE," "TAILOR," and "WONG KEE TAILOR," indicating the types of businesses in the area. Above the shops, there are signs in Chinese characters, possibly indicating the names of the businesses or the types of goods sold. The street is crowded with people walking and cars driving, suggesting a lively and active urban environment. The photograph captures the essence of a vibrant city street, with its mix of commerce, culture, and everyday life.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The black-and-white image shows a busy street with people walking and cars driving. On the left side of the road, there is a car parked in front of a building with a balcony. The building has a sign that reads "Silk Store" and other signs in a foreign language. On the right side of the road, there are more buildings with signs in a foreign language, including one that reads "Ladies Tailors."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-07

Here's a description of the image:

This is a black and white photograph capturing a bustling street scene from what appears to be an older era. The image is densely packed with visual information, with a clear focus on storefronts and signage.

Here are some key observations:

  • Setting: The street is narrow, lined with multi-story buildings. Numerous signs, in both English and what appears to be Chinese characters, hang over the street, advertising various businesses. The abundance of signage gives a chaotic but lively feel.
  • Businesses: Several businesses are apparent, including tailors, silk stores, and photo services. The shops and businesses are clearly the focal point.
  • People: There are numerous people walking along the street. They are dressed in a style reminiscent of the mid-20th century.
  • Vehicles: A white vintage car is parked in the foreground, adding to the historical ambiance.
  • Overall Atmosphere: The picture evokes a sense of vibrancy, economic activity, and perhaps a touch of exoticism due to the foreign (to many viewers) signage. The grainy quality and stark contrast of the black and white photography further enhance the sense of history and realism.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-07

Captured in monochrome, the image portrays a bustling street scene in what appears to be a city in Asia. The street is lined with buildings adorned with a multitude of signs in both English and Asian languages, indicating various businesses such as silk stores, tailors, and other commercial establishments.

In the foreground, a classic car is partially visible, its white paint contrasting with the darker tones of the street. Pedestrians, dressed in attire characteristic of the era, stroll along the street, creating a sense of movement and activity.

The signs hanging above the street add to the chaotic yet vibrant atmosphere of the scene. They are densely packed, overlapping and intertwining, providing a glimpse into the commercial life of the city. The architecture of the buildings is also notable, with balconies and intricate details adding to the overall aesthetic.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of urban life in a bustling Asian city, capturing the energy and dynamism of the street scene.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a bustling street scene from what appears to be a commercial district in an urban area, likely in Hong Kong given the style of the signs and the architecture. The street is lined with multi-story buildings featuring numerous signs in both English and Chinese. These signs advertise various businesses, including silk stores, tailors, and dealers in antiques, ivory, curios, and other items.

Notable signs include "Sing Kee Tailor," "May Silk Store," "Wah May Company," "Mow Kay Ladies Tailors," and "Cheung Tailor." The street is busy with pedestrians walking along the sidewalks and in the street itself. A car is parked on the left side of the street, adding to the sense of activity and commerce.

The buildings have a mix of traditional and modern architectural elements, with some featuring balconies and ornate railings. The overall atmosphere suggests a lively marketplace with a variety of shops and services catering to both locals and visitors. The black-and-white nature of the photograph indicates it might be from an earlier era, possibly the mid-20th century.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

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