Human Generated Data

Title

Pellets from Shotgun

Date

n.d.

People

Artist: Harold Edgerton, American 1903 - 1990

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of The Harold and Esther Edgerton Family Foundation, P1996.41

Human Generated Data

Title

Pellets from Shotgun

People

Artist: Harold Edgerton, American 1903 - 1990

Date

n.d.

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of The Harold and Esther Edgerton Family Foundation, P1996.41

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-14

Animal 75.7
Spider Web 69
Insect 68.3
Invertebrate 68.3
Nature 66
Spider 65.9
Arachnid 65.9
Outdoors 65.4
Monitor 62.6
Electronics 62.6
Screen 62.6
Display 62.6

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

spider 99.3
abstract 99.2
insubstantial 99
monochrome 98.8
art 98.4
reflection 97.9
desktop 96.6
light 96.1
nature 96.1
rain 95.9
dark 95.7
street 95.4
texture 95.2
color 94.7
blur 94.3
web together 93.7
insect 93.2
design 92.6
black and white 91.9
flash 91.6

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

pattern 29.4
wallpaper 29.1
knife blade 28.5
black 28.5
light 28.1
texture 27.8
design 26.4
space 24.8
dark 23.4
blade 22.8
art 20.9
web 19.8
graphic 19.7
backdrop 19
spider web 18
backgrounds 17.8
cutting implement 17.6
curve 17.5
digital 17
technology 16.3
color 15.6
energy 15.1
textured 14.9
generated 14.8
glowing 14.8
modern 14.7
computer 13.8
decoration 13.7
shiny 13.4
shape 13.4
effect 12.8
grunge 12.8
material 12.6
futuristic 12.6
flowing 12.1
render 12.1
tool 12.1
line 12
motion 12
night 11.5
screen 11.3
glow 11.1
smooth 10.9
wave 10.4
display 10.3
fractal 10.1
frame 10
fantasy 9.9
lines 9.9
astronomy 9.8
world 9.7
artistic 9.6
smoke 9.4
planet 9.4
flame 9.4
abstraction 9.4
bright 9.3
globe 9.3
cover 9.2
metallic 9.2
decorative 9.2
device 9.1
spotlight 9
star 9
sky 8.9
style 8.9
copy 8.8
creative 8.8
vibrant 8.8
digitally 8.7
chaos 8.7
iron 8.6
card 8.5
chrome 8.5
stars 8.5
gradient 8.5
swirl 8.3
reflection 8.1
surface 7.9
trap 7.9
universe 7.8
equipment 7.8
3d 7.7
elegant 7.7
moon 7.7
wall 7.7
hard 7.6
protective covering 7.6
ray 7.6
element 7.4
lights 7.4
shine 7.4
template 7.3
artwork 7.3
industrial 7.3
paint 7.2
metal 7.2
silver 7.1

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-14

text 97.5
black and white 88.5
monochrome 60.1
black 54.4
image 35.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Monitor
Monitor 62.6%

Categories

Imagga

text visuals 98.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-12-14

a screen shot of a computer 44.2%
a close up of a screen 44.1%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a black and white photo of a person holding a knife -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-14

This black and white image depicts an abstract and minimalistic composition. In the foreground on the left, there appears to be a bundle of small particles or droplets, clustered together. These are emanating from an object that resembles plant fibers or debris, although the exact nature of the material is unclear. Thin, intersecting lines stretch across the image, resembling threads or filaments, adding to the delicate texture of the scene. The background is blurred with smooth gradients of dark and light tones, creating a soft and dreamy ambience. The contrast between the sharp detail of the cluster and the muted background adds depth to the visual composition.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-14

The image is a black and white photograph focusing on what appears to be a close-up view of a spider's web. The web is capturing very small lightweight particles, possibly dust or pollen, that are clustered together on the left side of the image. There are several visible strands of the web extending across the image, characterized by their thin, almost translucent appearance. The background is a blurred gradient of light and dark, creating a soft and abstract setting that emphasizes the intricate details of the web and the materials caught in it. The overall composition has a delicate and almost ethereal quality, capturing the subtle interactions between the web and its environment.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a spider's web, with a cluster of eggs in the center. The web is composed of thin, white threads that are stretched across the frame, with some areas appearing more dense than others. In the center of the web, there is a small cluster of eggs, which are also white and spherical in shape. The background of the image is dark and blurry, making it difficult to discern any details.

Overall, the image appears to be a close-up shot of a spider's web, with a focus on the eggs at its center. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of simplicity and elegance to the image, while also highlighting the intricate details of the web and the eggs.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-25

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of a cluster of small, round objects, likely eggs or insects, attached to a thin, white string or thread. The cluster is situated in the center-left of the image, with the string extending from it towards the top-left corner. The background of the image is dark and blurry, with a lighter area at the bottom that may be a reflection or a surface.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in a natural setting, possibly outdoors, given the presence of the string and the cluster of objects. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of timelessness and simplicity to the image, drawing attention to the subject matter rather than the surroundings.

The image's composition and lighting create a sense of depth and dimensionality, with the cluster of objects appearing to be suspended in mid-air. The string or thread adds a sense of movement and tension to the image, as if the cluster is being pulled or tugged in some way.

Overall, the image is a striking and intriguing visual representation that invites the viewer to ponder the identity and purpose of the cluster of objects and the string or thread that connects them.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image is a black-and-white photograph that appears to be a close-up shot. It shows a small, elongated object, resembling a worm or a caterpillar, moving across a dark background. The object is composed of numerous small, round, and shiny particles, which are scattered along its length. The background is a mix of dark and light shades, with some streaks and lines that add to the abstract and mysterious atmosphere of the image. The object seems to be in motion, creating a sense of movement and dynamism.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

The image is a black-and-white photograph with a monochromatic color scheme, featuring a dark background. It is blurry and appears to have been taken with a slow shutter speed or in low light. In the foreground, there are several small, round objects that could be grains or seeds. These objects are scattered and seem to be in motion, possibly captured in mid-air. The background is mostly dark, with some faint lines or streaks that may be dust or light reflections.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph with visible damage in the form of scratches and imperfections on the surface. The composition is divided horizontally, with a darker top section and a lighter bottom section.

In the upper portion, there's a cluster of what appears to be small, round objects concentrated to the left side. These objects become more dispersed and less defined towards the left edge of the cluster.

The bottom half of the image is more uniformly light in tone, with subtle gradients and variations in brightness. This creates a soft, indistinct area.

Overall, the image has a somewhat abstract and unsettling quality due to the unclear subject matter and the obvious signs of wear and tear on the photograph itself.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph that appears to be an abstract composition. The composition is dominated by a dark, possibly reflective, surface, with an area of more concentrated textural interest in the top-center.

Key Elements and Features:

  • Texture Cluster: A cluster of small, speckled shapes is centered horizontally, appearing like a gathering of tiny objects. This is the focal point.
  • Linear Elements: Several fine, bright lines traverse the image, likely scratches on the surface or film.
  • Gradation: The photograph exhibits a significant tonal range. The upper section is dark and gradually lightens toward the bottom, creating a sense of depth and an implied horizon line.
  • Monochromatic: The image is entirely grayscale, contributing to the abstract quality.

Overall Impression:

The photograph has a somewhat deteriorated or aged appearance, with the scratches adding to the texture. It could be a close-up of an object, or a deliberately abstract work.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-26

This image appears to be a black-and-white photograph capturing a scene with a dark background. In the foreground, there is a cluster of small, round, white objects that seem to be grains or seeds. The grains are situated on a surface that is also dark, making the white grains stand out prominently.

There are several thin, light-colored lines crossing the image, likely caused by scratches or marks on the photographic negative or print. These lines add an element of texture and age to the image. The overall composition is quite minimalistic, with the focus primarily on the cluster of grains. The lighting in the image is soft, creating a gradient effect that transitions from a lighter area at the bottom to a darker area at the top.