Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Cakewalk Café, 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, P1970.5393

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Cakewalk Café, 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, P1970.5393

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

City 99.7
Architecture 99.4
Building 99.4
Sign 98.7
Symbol 98.7
Urban 98.4
Neighborhood 98.3
Monastery 97.2
Metropolis 95.4
Indoors 93.1
Restaurant 93.1
Road 87.4
Street 87.4
Building 85.6
Text 72.5
Outdoors 67.7
Brick 57.2
Shop 57.1
Alley 56.7
Shelter 56.5
Cafeteria 56.4
Road Sign 56.4
Railway 56.1
Terminal 56.1
Train 56.1
Train Station 56.1
Transportation 56.1
Vehicle 56.1
Cafe 56.1
Factory 55.2
Awning 55.2
Canopy 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

monochrome 98.7
street 98.4
city 96.3
people 96.2
outdoors 95.6
horizontal plane 94
stock 93.3
adult 92.9
architecture 92.8
window 90.3
transportation system 89.1
text 88.9
signalise 87.3
business 85.5
road 84.7
travel 83.4
man 82.7
illustration 82.1
house 81.3
town 79.2

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

billboard 97.3
signboard 94.4
structure 71.2
building 38.3
architecture 28.3
sign 25.6
city 25
scoreboard 21
board 20.1
old 18.8
business 17.6
travel 16.9
wall 16.3
cinema 15.8
office 15.4
sky 15.3
finance 15.2
construction 13.7
brick 13.2
urban 13.1
street 12.9
theater 12.8
buildings 12.3
modern 11.9
house 10.9
shop 10.9
financial 10.7
information 10.6
text 10.5
town 10.2
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stall 9.4
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windows 8.6
paper 8.6
glass 8.6
tall 8.5
vintage 8.3
retro 8.2
symbol 8.1
bank 8.1
black 7.8
signs 7.8
downtown 7.7
industry 7.7
money 7.7
traffic 7.6
commerce 7.5
banking 7.4
dirty 7.2
currency 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

outdoor 96.2
street 85.8
sign 79.5
white 69.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Building 99.4%
Building 85.6%

Categories

Imagga

text visuals 83.9%
paintings art 13.6%
interior objects 1.1%

Captions

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

a photograph of a black and white photo of a cafe sign -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This image is a black-and-white photograph capturing an urban street scene, possibly in an Asian city, given the presence of signs with Chinese characters. One prominent sign reads “CAKEWALK CAFE” in English, accompanied by Chinese characters above it. Other signs hang above the street at varying angles, with most featuring Chinese characters and occasionally English text, such as "Wholesale House" on one of the signs near the top left corner. The street appears lined with small businesses, some of which are on upper levels, and the building facades display balconies and architectural detailing. The image conveys a busy and bustling atmosphere typical of commercial streets.

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

The image is a black and white photograph of an urban street scene, likely from an Asian city, as indicated by the presence of multiple signs with Chinese characters. The central focus of the image is a sign for the "CAKEWALK CAFE," which is accompanied by Chinese characters above it. Other signs are visible in the background, some of which are partially obscured, also bearing Chinese characters. One of the signs, higher up on the left, reads "Wholesale House (No 10 1st FL)." The buildings are closely packed, and there is intricate metalwork visible on a balcony or awning to the left. The atmosphere conveyed is bustling and lively, typical of a city street with various shops and businesses.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows the exterior of a building in what appears to be an urban setting. The building has a sign that reads "Cakewalk Cafe" in both English and Chinese characters. There are various other signs and advertisements visible on the building and surrounding structures, suggesting this is a commercial area or neighborhood. The image has a black and white, vintage aesthetic, indicating it is likely an older photograph.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The black and white image shows a narrow alleyway or side street in what appears to be an Asian city, likely in China based on the Chinese characters on the sign. The sign reads "Cakewalk Cafe" in English and presumably the same in Chinese characters above.

The alley has multiple story buildings on either side, with balconies, power lines, and signs visible. The architecture and density suggests an older urban neighborhood.

At the end of the alleyway, sunlight is streaming in, creating a strong contrast between the dark, shadowed foreground and the bright background where the alley opens up to a larger street or square.

Overall, the photograph captures an intriguing, slightly mysterious urban scene, with the "Cakewalk Cafe" sign adding an unexpected Western element to the otherwise very traditional looking Chinese cityscape. The interplay of light and shadow creates a moody, noir-like atmosphere.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This appears to be a black and white photograph of a street scene in what looks like Hong Kong's Chinatown or a similar Chinese neighborhood. The most prominent sign in the image reads "CAKEWALK CAFE" in English, and there are several signs with Chinese characters above and around it. The image also shows what appears to be a "Wholesale House" sign at the top. The architecture visible in the photo includes typical urban elements like balconies and building facades. The overall aesthetic suggests this photo was taken sometime in the mid-20th century, given the style of the signage and the general composition of the scene.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street scene in an Asian city, featuring a sign that reads "CAKEWALK CAFE" in English and Chinese characters.

The sign is rectangular with a dark border and is attached to a building on the right side of the image. It has a white background with the words "CAKEWALK CAFE" in large, dark letters. Above the English text, there are four Chinese characters in a darker shade of gray.

To the left of the sign, there is a building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Wholesale House (No 10)" in English and Chinese characters. In the background, there are several other signs and buildings, including one with a picture of a bell and another with a picture of a bottle.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a bustling street scene in an Asian city, with a mix of old and new architecture and a variety of signs and advertisements.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street scene, featuring a sign for "CAKEWALK CAFE" in English and Chinese characters. The sign is rectangular with a white background and black text, hanging from the roof of a building. It is positioned on the right side of the image, slightly above the center.

In the background, there are several other signs and buildings visible. On the left side of the image, there is a sign that reads "Wholesale House (No 10)" in English, with an arrow pointing to the left. Below this sign, there is a building with a balcony and windows. To the right of the CAKEWALK CAFE sign, there is another sign with Chinese characters, as well as a few other signs and buildings in the distance.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a busy street scene in an urban area, possibly in Asia given the presence of Chinese characters on the signs. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the image.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

This black-and-white photograph depicts a narrow street with several buildings on either side. The street is lined with various signs, some of which are in Chinese characters. The most prominent sign is a white board with black text that reads "CAKEWALK CAFE" in large letters. Below this sign, there is another sign with Chinese characters, possibly indicating the type of food or services offered.

Above the "CAKEWALK CAFE" sign, there is a smaller sign with a logo and more Chinese text. To the left of the "CAKEWALK CAFE" sign, there is a building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Wholesale House (No. 10 1st Floor)" in English. There are other signs on the buildings, some of which also have Chinese characters.

The street appears to be busy, with a mix of commercial and residential buildings. The overall atmosphere suggests a bustling urban environment, possibly in an older part of the city. The black-and-white filter adds a historical feel to the image, emphasizing the vintage charm of the scene.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street scene. It depicts a narrow alleyway with buildings on either side. The alleyway is lined with various signs and advertisements, primarily in Chinese characters, indicating the presence of different businesses or shops. One of the most prominent signs reads "CAKEWALK CAFE" in English, suggesting that this is a café or restaurant. The sign is attached to a building on the right side of the alleyway. Other signs in Chinese characters are also visible, indicating the presence of other businesses or services in the area. The alleyway appears to be a bustling commercial area, with a mix of traditional and modern elements.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-23

Here is a description of the image:

This is a black and white photograph of a street in Hong Kong, probably taken in the mid-20th century. The street is lined with buildings, and there are a number of signs hanging from the buildings. One sign says "Wholesale House (Ng. 10 1ST FLO)". Another sign says "CAKEWALK CAFE", along with Chinese characters above it, which are possibly a translation of the cafe's name or a description of its offerings. There are several other signs in Chinese characters, indicating a bustling commercial area. The architecture includes buildings with balconies and traditional design elements. The overall impression is that of a lively, somewhat crowded urban scene.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-23

This black and white photograph captures a bustling street scene, likely from a historic era, given the style of the architecture and signage. The shot focuses on the signage hanging from the buildings, with multiple signs layered on top of each other, creating a sense of depth and density.

The primary focus is on the "CAKEWALK CAFE" sign, prominently displayed in English and Chinese characters. Above it, another sign, with Chinese characters only, further emphasizes the cafe's offerings. Other signs with Chinese characters also contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the street. One sign reads "Wholesale House" in English.

The buildings in the photograph appear to be multi-story, with architectural features typical of older cityscapes. Balconies, possibly made of ornate ironwork, are visible, and the buildings appear to be tightly packed together, typical of urban areas. The overall composition suggests a busy commercial district, with multiple businesses vying for attention. The monochrome nature of the photograph enhances the vintage feel.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

This black and white photograph depicts a bustling street scene in what appears to be an older urban area, likely in an Asian city. The image is filled with various signs and advertisements in both English and Chinese characters, indicating a mix of cultural influences.

Prominent in the image is a sign for "Cakewalk Cafe," which is written in both English and Chinese. The cafe's sign is decorated with some foliage, adding a touch of greenery to the otherwise busy scene.

Other signs in the image advertise various businesses, including a "Wholesale House" and a "Top Travel" agency. The buildings in the background are multi-story structures with balconies and windows, typical of older, densely populated urban areas.

The street is narrow and lined with overhead wires and decorations, contributing to the lively atmosphere. The overall feel of the image is nostalgic, suggesting it might have been taken some decades ago. The mix of languages and the variety of businesses indicate a vibrant, multicultural community.

Text analysis

Amazon

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