Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Japan)

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5545

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Japan)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.5545

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Paper 98.8
Text 98.6
Advertisement 94.2
Poster 91.4
Adult 90.2
Bride 90.2
Female 90.2
Person 90.2
Wedding 90.2
Woman 90.2
Ticket 55.7
Banner 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 94.8
business 93.6
no person 90.1
paper 89.4
sign 89.1
text 88.9
finance 85.4
money 82.9
symbol 80.4
desktop 79.2
one 79.2
currency 78.9
bill 78.8
dollar 78.6
adult 78.2
group 78.1
administration 76.6
commerce 75
illustration 74.8
retro 72

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

money 47.6
currency 46.6
cash 36.6
business 35.8
paper 35.3
dollar 35.3
finance 32.9
wealth 31.4
bank 31.3
hundred 30
dollars 29.9
banking 29.4
bill 26.6
exchange 22.9
container 22.7
newspaper 22.6
savings 22.4
financial 22.3
bills 21.4
investment 21.1
banknote 19.4
note 19.3
product 19.1
memory 19
paying 18.5
us 18.3
finances 18.3
pay 17.3
old 16
vintage 14.9
creation 14.8
slide rule 14.8
cassette 14.5
payment 14.4
rich 14
device 13.8
notes 13.4
number 13.1
sign 12.8
close 12.6
loan 12.5
market 12.4
memory device 12.3
retro 12.3
commercial 12.2
economy 12
shopping 11.9
analog computer 11.8
texture 11.8
aged 11.8
wages 11.8
rate 11.7
book 11.4
ancient 11.2
grunge 11.1
card 11
banknotes 10.8
success 10.5
one 10.4
computer 10.4
antique 10.4
buy 10.3
stock 10.3
commerce 10.3
pattern 10.3
symbol 10.1
cassette tape 10.1
magnetic tape 10
franklin 9.8
states 9.7
debt 9.6
buying 9.6
sales 9.6
profit 9.6
capital 9.5
backgrounds 8.9
ten 8.8
monetary 8.8
united 8.6
frame 8.3
letter 8.3
envelope 8.2
stamp 8.1
object 8.1
design 7.9
fifty 7.9
50 7.9
twenty 7.9
text 7.9
earnings 7.8
space 7.8
post 7.6
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heap 7.5
pile 7.5
closeup 7.4
stack 7.4
message 7.3
group 7.3
dirty 7.2
material 7.1
packet 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Adult
Bride
Female
Person
Woman
Adult 90.2%
Bride 90.2%
Female 90.2%
Person 90.2%
Woman 90.2%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of a group of posters on a wooden wall -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a wooden wall with several posters and advertisements pasted onto it. The posters appear to be Japanese and contain text written in Japanese script. Some posters are advertising events or performances such as traditional dances or shows. For example, one prominently mentions "都をどり" ("Miyako Odori"), which is a famous traditional dance performance in Kyoto. Another mentions "サロメ" ("Salome"), likely referring to a theatrical or artistic performance based on the story of Salome.

The texture of the wooden wall is visible, giving the image an aged and rustic feel. The posters vary in design, with some featuring bold calligraphy and others incorporating illustrations or images. The leftmost posters are partially torn or damaged, emphasizing the passage of time and wear.

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

The image is a black and white photograph of a wooden wall featuring several posters. The posters contain Japanese text and appear to be advertising cultural or theatrical events. The leftmost poster seems to have a vertical design with characters and some smaller inscriptions. The second poster has a vertical orientation with several lines of text, and a circular stamp or symbol is visible towards the center. The third and fourth posters appear to be advertising the same event, as they both have the same bold Japanese characters and similar layouts, suggesting a recurring or prominent event. The rightmost poster has both Japanese and English text, with the word "サロメ" (Salome) in large characters across the top, indicating a performance. It also includes a black and white image featuring a figure, possibly related to the event. The overall feel of the photograph is vintage, underscored by the black and white film medium and the style of the posters, which suggest a period setting.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image shows a wooden wall or fence with various posters and signs attached to it. The posters appear to be in Japanese, with some text that I cannot read or translate. The signs seem to be advertising or promoting various products or events, though I cannot identify the specific content. The overall scene has a vintage or historical feel, with the black and white photography style adding to that impression.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The black and white image shows several posters or flyers posted on a wooden surface, likely a bulletin board or wall. The posters appear to be written in Japanese characters and advertise various events or products, though the exact content is difficult to discern from the image alone. The posters have a torn, weathered look, suggesting they have been posted for some time. The wooden background has a rough, aged texture. Overall, the image conveys a sense of an outdoor public space where information is shared through posted flyers and notices.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This is a black and white photograph showing several Japanese posters or advertisements posted on what appears to be a wooden wall or board. The posters contain Japanese text and characters, with some appearing to be promotional materials for cultural events or performances. On the right side, there's a poster that includes the katakana text "サロメ" (Salome). The image has a documentary or historical quality to it, possibly from mid-20th century Japan. The posters seem to be advertising various theatrical or cultural performances, including what might be traditional Japanese events or shows.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image presents a collection of Japanese posters and papers arranged on a wooden surface, likely a table or floor. The posters and papers are positioned in a horizontal row, with some overlapping each other.

The posters and papers feature Japanese writing and characters, which are likely advertisements or announcements. The writing is in black ink, and the characters are arranged in various fonts and sizes. Some of the papers appear to be torn or creased, suggesting they may have been handled or displayed previously.

The background of the image is a dark wood grain, which provides a warm and rustic contrast to the black and white posters and papers. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a nostalgic or vintage feel, as if the posters and papers have been preserved for many years.

The image does not appear to have any significant changes or comparisons, as it is a single photograph of a collection of Japanese posters and papers. However, the image does provide a glimpse into the cultural and historical context of Japan, highlighting the importance of traditional advertising and communication methods.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image is a black-and-white photograph of several pieces of paper with Japanese writing on them, attached to a dark wooden wall. The papers are arranged in two rows, with the top row featuring three papers and the bottom row featuring four papers. The papers appear to be advertisements or posters, with various designs and layouts. Some of the papers have images or graphics, while others are primarily text-based. The background of the image is a dark wooden wall, which provides a rustic and traditional setting for the papers. Overall, the image suggests that it may be a historical or cultural artifact, possibly from Japan or another Asian country.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a wooden wall with various posters and flyers pinned to it. The posters are predominantly in Japanese, featuring a mix of text and images. Some of the posters have illustrations or symbols that are typical of Japanese advertisements, such as logos, characters, or product images. The text on the posters is in Japanese characters, which include kanji, hiragana, and katakana. The posters vary in size and shape, with some being rectangular and others more irregular. The wall itself appears to be made of wood, with a grainy texture visible in the image. The lighting in the photograph is low, giving the scene a somewhat dim and nostalgic feel.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of several posters or flyers pinned to a wooden surface. The posters are predominantly text-based, with various fonts and sizes, suggesting different types of information or announcements. The text appears to be in a non-Latin script, possibly Chinese or Japanese, indicating that the posters are likely from an Asian region. The wooden surface has a grainy texture, suggesting it might be a wall or a bulletin board. The posters vary in size and shape, with some being rectangular and others more irregular. The overall arrangement is somewhat haphazard, with posters overlapping and pinned at different angles. The image captures a moment of everyday urban life, showcasing the communication methods used in a specific cultural context.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-04

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a wall plastered with various posters and advertisements, likely in Japan. The wall itself appears to be made of wooden planks. The posters are arranged side-by-side and slightly overlapping each other, creating a visually busy and informative scene.

From left to right, some of the posters feature Japanese calligraphy and artwork, advertising cultural events, performances, and possibly businesses. There are names, dates, and details about the events, along with logos. Some posters have torn or faded edges, suggesting they have been there for some time.

In the right-hand part of the image, there's a poster for a theatrical production titled "Salome" (サロメ), featuring Japanese writing and a dramatic illustration of a figure playing a musical instrument.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-04

This is a black and white photograph of several old posters tacked to a wooden surface. The posters appear to be advertisements for various Japanese performances and events.

From left to right, the posters include:

  • Two posters for "観世流能," which appears to be related to Noh theater.
  • A poster advertising the "鴨川をどり" (Kamogawa Odori), a dance performance taking place from April 15th to May 20th.
  • Two nearly identical posters for "都をどり" (Miyako Odori), which also appears to be a dance performance, happening from April 1st to May 18th.
  • A poster for a play called "サロメ" (Salome).

The posters are in varying states of disrepair, with some corners torn and edges frayed, suggesting they are old. The wooden background shows a wood grain. The overall tone of the photograph is historic and somewhat nostalgic.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a wooden wall adorned with several posters and advertisements written in Japanese. The posters are of varying sizes and designs, and some appear to be partially overlapping or layered. Here are some details about the posters from left to right:

  1. The first poster on the left is partially visible and has a vertical layout with Japanese text. The visible text includes the word "花" (flower) prominently displayed.

  2. The second poster is also vertically oriented and contains a significant amount of text. It features a drawing of a tree with branches and leaves, along with Japanese characters. The text appears to be an announcement or advertisement.

  3. The third poster, also vertical, has a dark background with white Japanese characters. The characters are stylized and seem to form a title or headline.

  4. The fourth poster on the right is partially visible and has a vertical layout as well. It includes the large characters "サロメ" (Salome), which suggests it might be advertising a performance or event related to the opera "Salome."

  5. The fifth poster, partially overlapping with the fourth, has a dark background with white text. It features a dramatic image of a person, possibly indicating a theatrical or cinematic event.

  6. The bottom right corner of the image shows a small portion of another poster with text and a logo, likely advertising a product or service.

Overall, the posters seem to be a mix of advertisements for cultural events, products, and services, typical of what might be found on a community bulletin board or public notice area in Japan.

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