Human Generated Data

Title

View of the Andes

Date

c. 1885

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Melvin R. Seiden, P1982.383

Human Generated Data

Title

View of the Andes

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

c. 1885

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Melvin R. Seiden, P1982.383

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-03

Nature 99.4
Outdoors 99.4
Sea 99.2
Ocean 99.2
Water 99.2
Sand 91.8
Soil 81.8
Ground 79
Sea Waves 68.1
Shoreline 66.7
Land 66.4
Coast 64.7
Human 61.1
Road 58.8
Ice 58.1
Beach 57.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-30

sand 98.5
water 98.5
monochrome 98.4
beach 97.8
desert 97.2
no person 96.1
landscape 95.7
sea 95.2
winter 94.5
mud 94.4
lake 94.3
snow 92.9
soil 92.3
travel 92.1
ocean 91.3
nature 90.2
river 90
rock 88.8
people 88.6
seashore 86.2

Imagga
created on 2022-06-03

sand 100
soil 66
earth 49.8
desert 37.7
landscape 35.8
rock 33.1
sky 31.3
travel 31
beach 27.7
mountain 25.5
crater 23.4
sea 21.9
water 21.4
stone 21.3
summer 21.3
scenic 21.1
ocean 19.5
natural depression 18.4
tourism 18.2
dry 17.7
geological formation 17.1
coast 16.2
vacation 15.6
park 14.8
canyon 14.7
outdoor 14.6
national 14.5
clouds 14.4
outdoors 14.2
rocks 14.2
coastline 14.1
amaranth 13.7
grave 13.3
heat 13
land 12.8
hot 12.6
nobody 12.5
wave 12.1
mountains 12.1
tropical 11.9
scenery 11.7
geology 11.7
wilderness 11.4
sunny 11.2
shore 11.2
waves 11.2
natural 10.7
valley 10.6
textured 10.5
cliff 10.5
sun 10.5
texture 10.4
cloud 10.3
herb 10.3
day 10.2
landmark 9.9
horizon 9.9
river 9.8
erosion 9.8
pattern 9.6
dirt 9.6
scene 9.5
environment 9.1
vascular plant 8.9
drought 8.9
brown 8.8
sandstone 8.8
weather 8.8
rocky 8.7
old 8.4
plant 8.2
dirty 8.1
road 8.1
yellow 8
desolate 7.9
arid 7.8
ancient 7.8
terrain 7.8
surf 7.7
wallpaper 7.7
seascape 7.7
splash 7.5
hill 7.5
east 7.5
peaceful 7.3
island 7.3
tourist 7.3
holiday 7.2
building 7.2
sunlight 7.1
architecture 7

Google
created on 2022-06-03

Ecoregion 92.5
Water 92.3
Slope 88.3
Terrain 81.4
Landscape 78.5
Geological phenomenon 76.3
Wind wave 76.1
Formation 75.1
Recreation 73.5
Font 69.8
Hill 69.3
Mountain 69.2
Soil 68.8
Monochrome photography 68.3
Monochrome 66.9
Coast 65.8
Wave 65.2
Sand 64.6
Bedrock 63.7
Art 63

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-03

outdoor 99.7
beach 92.9
mountain 88.9
water 70.9
landscape 70.1
black and white 64
nature 62.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Person

Clarifai

Plant
Mammal

AWS Rekognition

Rug 77.7%

AWS Rekognition

Person 61.1%

Clarifai

Plant 47%

Clarifai

Plant 45.5%

Clarifai

Plant 42.5%

Clarifai

Plant 40.2%

Clarifai

Plant 38.2%

Clarifai

Plant 37.4%

Clarifai

Plant 36.9%

Clarifai

Plant 36.3%

Clarifai

Plant 34.1%

Clarifai

Plant 33.7%

Clarifai

Mammal 43.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-03

nature landscape 91.5%
beaches seaside 7.6%

Captions

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-29

an old photo of a mountain covered in snow

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

a photograph of a man standing on a mountain with a mountain in the background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This image depicts a rugged and barren landscape at high altitude, featuring a person walking among tall, jagged ice formations known as penitentes. The ground is rocky and dark, contrasting with the bright white ice structures that rise sharply in irregular shapes. In the background, a rocky hill or peak is visible, highlighting the isolated and harsh terrain. The caption at the bottom of the image reads, "E la Cumbre mirando al Norte y Nieves Eternas Alt. 4800 mts," which indicates the photo was taken at the summit, looking north, and at 4800 meters above sea level, among "eternal snow." This location suggests a high-altitude mountain environment, likely in the Andes. The jagged ice formations are characteristic of areas with intense sunlight and low humidity.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image is an old sepia-toned photograph depicting a mountainous landscape with a rugged, rocky terrain. In the foreground, there are unique snow formations known as "penitentes," which are tall, thin spikes of hardened snow or ice that have formed due to wind and sublimation. These penitentes are scattered across the slope.

To the right, a solitary climber is seen navigating among the penitentes, adding a sense of scale and exploration to the scene. The background consists of rocky outcrops and a clear sky above, contributing to the sense of isolation and natural beauty.

A caption at the bottom of the image notes the location as "E LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNAS" with a recorded altitude of "ALT. 4300 MTS." indicating that this is a high-altitude environment, likely in the Andes mountains, where such snow formations are commonly found.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a rugged, mountainous landscape covered in snow and ice. In the foreground, there are rocky, barren slopes leading up to towering, snow-capped peaks in the distance. The snow appears to be layered and textured, creating a striking visual contrast with the dark, rocky terrain. A small human figure can be seen in the middle of the frame, providing a sense of scale and highlighting the vastness of the snowy, icy environment. The overall scene conveys a sense of remoteness and the harsh, unforgiving nature of the high-altitude landscape.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The black and white image shows a mountainous landscape covered in snow and ice. In the foreground, there are rocky cliffs and boulders. A small human figure can be seen walking along one of the ridges, providing a sense of scale to the vast, rugged terrain. The snow and ice formations have a jagged, textured appearance, with deep crevasses and towering peaks. The overall scene conveys a sense of the harsh, unforgiving nature of this remote, high-altitude environment.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-11

This is a historical sepia-toned photograph showing a mountainous landscape with permanent snow or glacier fields. The image appears to be taken at high altitude (as indicated by the text showing 5900 meters) and shows a stark contrast between dark rocky terrain and white snow/ice formations. A small figure stands near the snow field, providing scale to the impressive landscape. The terrain appears quite barren and rocky, typical of high mountain environments. The snow formations have a distinctive textured, almost crystalline appearance, creating interesting patterns across the mountainside. The photo appears to be taken looking northward ("mirando al norte") and shows what are described as "nieves eternas" or eternal snows, likely on a mountain summit or "cumbre."

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a vintage black-and-white photograph of a mountainous landscape, with a man standing on the right side of the image.

  • The man is wearing dark clothing and appears to be looking down at something on the ground.
  • The ground is covered in rocks and dirt, with patches of snow and ice visible in the foreground.
  • In the background, there are more rocks and hills, with a clear sky above.
  • The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in a remote, rugged location, possibly in a mountainous region.

The image appears to be an old photograph, possibly from the early 20th century, based on the style of clothing and the quality of the image. It is likely that the photograph was taken by a professional photographer or adventurer who was exploring the region.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a sepia-toned photograph of a mountainous landscape with snow and rocks. The foreground features a rocky terrain, while the middle ground showcases a snow-covered area with a person standing on it. In the background, there are more mountains visible.

Key Elements:

  • Rocky Terrain: The foreground of the image is dominated by a rocky terrain, which appears to be barren and devoid of vegetation.
  • Snow-Covered Area: In the middle ground, there is a snow-covered area that stretches across the image. The snow appears to be deep and untouched, suggesting that it may be a recent snowfall.
  • Person Standing on Snow: A person is standing on the snow-covered area, facing away from the camera. They appear to be dressed in warm clothing, including a hat and coat, suggesting that they are prepared for the cold weather.
  • Mountains in the Background: In the background of the image, there are several mountains visible. These mountains appear to be rugged and rocky, with steep slopes and jagged peaks.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of remoteness and isolation, as the person standing on the snow-covered area appears to be alone in the vast wilderness. The rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions suggest that this is a challenging environment to navigate, but the beauty of the landscape is undeniable. The sepia tone of the image adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the scene, making it feel like a moment frozen in time.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a vast expanse of ice formations, likely in a mountainous region. The ice appears to be intricately sculpted into various shapes and sizes, creating a surreal landscape. In the foreground, there is a person standing amidst the ice, providing a sense of scale to the massive formations. The background features rocky terrain and a mountain peak, adding to the dramatic setting. The photograph has a vintage filter, giving it an old-world charm and a sense of history.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a vintage photograph of a snowy landscape. It features a person standing in the snow, wearing a hat and carrying a backpack. The person appears to be looking at the camera. The snow is thick and white, covering the ground and the rocks. The snow is uneven, with some areas having more snow than others. The snow also appears to be melting in some areas, revealing the rocks beneath it.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a sepia-toned photograph depicting a mountainous landscape, likely taken in the late 19th or early 20th century. The scene features a mountain slope covered in brown rocky terrain interspersed with areas of white, likely ice or snow.

Key details include:

  • Glacial Formation: There is a prominent formation of ice or snow, appearing in a textured, wave-like pattern, suggesting a glacier or a significant accumulation of snow.
  • Figure: A person is visible in the image, standing amidst the snow. The person provides scale and emphasizes the vastness of the scene.
  • Terrain: The ground is mostly rocky and appears to be at a high altitude.
  • Text: In the bottom, there is a text that reads "A LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERN" and "ALT. 8900 MTS". This suggests that this image captures a view from the summit towards the north and is showing the perpetual snow.
  • Atmosphere: The image has a stark and dramatic feel, typical of early mountain photography.

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

The monochrome photograph depicts a rugged mountain landscape, potentially a high-altitude scene. The ground is covered with loose dirt and rocks, suggesting a harsh environment. Patches of snow or ice formations are present, creating a contrast with the darker ground. The snow is ridged and jagged.

In the upper portion of the image, a person is visible navigating through the snow formations. The scale suggests the vastness of the landscape.

The lighting appears to be natural, with shadows casting depth and texture on the ground and snow. The photograph is a wide shot, capturing the expanse of the mountain and its challenging terrain.

The text at the bottom reads “A DE LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNAS”. The translation of this text is, "From the Summit Looking North and Eternal Snows." The text also says "ALT 8900 MTS", indicating an altitude of 8,900 meters.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a sepia-toned photograph showing a mountainous landscape with a prominent glacier. The photograph appears to be taken from an elevated position, looking down on the scene. The glacier is situated on a steep slope, with its icy surface displaying a rugged texture.

In the foreground, there are two individuals, likely explorers or mountaineers, standing near the edge of the glacier. They are dressed in clothing suitable for cold weather, which includes heavy coats and hats. The terrain surrounding the glacier is rocky and barren, indicating a high-altitude environment with sparse vegetation.

The photograph has a caption at the bottom, written in Spanish, which reads: "A. E LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNA. ALT. 5900 MTS." This translates to "A. E THE SUMMIT LOOKING NORTH AND ETERNAL SNOWS. ALT. 5900 M." The altitude mentioned is 5900 meters, indicating that the location is very high above sea level.

Overall, the image captures a moment of exploration or scientific study in a high-altitude, glacial environment.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

This image appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a rugged, rocky landscape. In the foreground, there is a prominent slope covered with scattered rocks and patches of snow, which is forming a steep, zigzag pattern. The snow appears to be melting or shifting, giving it a textured and uneven appearance. There is a figure standing on the slope, seemingly observing the snow or the landscape, adding a sense of scale to the image.

In the background, there is a large, rocky outcrop or mountain. The sky is clear, and the overall lighting suggests the photo was taken in natural daylight. The image has a vintage quality, likely indicating it was taken in an earlier time period, possibly due to the style of the photograph and the sepia tone.

The text at the bottom of the image reads: "A. E LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNA. ALT.3900.MTS." This suggests that the photograph might have been taken at an altitude of 3,900 meters, likely in a high-altitude region where snow is present. The phrase "Mirando al Norte y Nieves Eterna" translates to "Looking North and Eternal Snow" in English, which might describe the direction the photographer was facing and the nature of the snow-covered landscape.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-29

This black-and-white image depicts a rugged, rocky landscape with patches of snow or ice. The terrain is uneven, with large rocks scattered across the surface. In the background, there is a prominent rock formation or cliff. A person is visible in the mid-ground, standing near the rocks and snow. The image has a caption at the bottom that reads "A LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNAS ALT. 8900 MTS," which translates to "At the summit looking north and eternal snows Alt. 8900 meters." The overall scene suggests a high-altitude, cold environment, possibly a mountainous region.

Text analysis

Amazon

NORTE
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MIRANDO
CUMBRE
NIEVES
Y
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A E LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNA
A
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ALT.8900.MT5

Google

20 A DE LA CUMBRE MIRANDO AL NORTE Y NIEVES ETERNA. ALT.8900.MTS
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LA
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MIRANDO
AL
NORTE
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