Human Generated Data

Title

Lobster, Boston, Massachusetts

Date

1975

People

Artist: James Stone, American born 1947

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Melvin R. Seiden, P1982.301

Human Generated Data

Title

Lobster, Boston, Massachusetts

People

Artist: James Stone, American born 1947

Date

1975

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Purchase through the generosity of Melvin R. Seiden, P1982.301

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-09

Advertisement 97.3
Billboard 88.1
Text 87.1
Nature 80.5
Clothing 78.7
Apparel 78.7
Outdoors 76.7
Cloud 65
Sky 65
Weather 64.2
Transportation 59.4
Vehicle 58.3
Sport 57
Sports 57
Cumulus 56.7

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

monochrome 98.9
no person 98.5
retro 94.9
man 93.7
travel 93.6
street 92.6
outdoors 91.6
old 90.2
classic 89.6
sand 89.4
one 88.6
nature 88.2
fast 88.1
sport 87.6
people 87.5
dirty 87.2
woman 87.2
fashion 87.1
action 85.6
sky 85.5

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

brass 35
wind instrument 25.6
unicycle 25.2
device 23.2
wheeled vehicle 22.4
wheel 22
vehicle 19.5
wheelchair 19.3
musical instrument 17.6
equipment 16.2
man 14.8
bicycle 13.7
bike 13.7
chair 13.5
sport 13.4
rope 13.2
line 12.6
people 11.7
transportation 11.6
horn 11.6
old 11.1
street 11
conveyance 11
outdoor 10.7
ride 10.7
seat 10.5
support 10.5
adult 10.3
studio 9.9
cycle 9.8
close 9.7
black 9.6
speed 9.2
transport 9.1
health 9
metal 8.8
male 8.5
bass 8.3
care 8.2
shiny 7.9
disability 7.9
disabled 7.9
play 7.7
illness 7.6
cord 7.6
fun 7.5
one 7.5
outdoors 7.5
help 7.4
lifestyle 7.2
active 7.2
activity 7.2

Google
created on 2022-01-09

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-09

text 100
outdoor 94.7
black and white 76.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Poster

Clarifai

Poster
Footwear

AWS Rekognition

Poster 60.9%

Clarifai

Poster 95.9%

Clarifai

Footwear 65.8%

Clarifai

Footwear 55.7%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-09

paintings art 60.9%
streetview architecture 13.3%
food drinks 11.8%
text visuals 6.8%
interior objects 3.6%
cars vehicles 2.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-01-09

a person riding on the back of a motorcycle 29.4%
a person riding a motorcycle 26.5%

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-15

a poster for the race.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a lobster lobster and lobsters on display at a store

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image features a whimsical oversized lobster sculpture attached to a sign for a business called "Bay Lobsters Wholesale." The focal point is the shiny, metallic lobster dominating the frame, emphasized by dramatic lighting and shadows. In the background, the sky is filled with textured clouds that add a moody atmosphere. Part of the signage includes a text block that reads "Today's special: LOBST...", suggesting lobster specials, while additional details like a phone number and "COMMERCIAL ST" are partially visible. The composition evokes a retro, roadside aesthetic.

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

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a large, shiny lobster sculpture affixed to a sign, which is visible on the right side. The lobster is prominently facing the viewer, extending vertically from the top to the middle of the image. The sign reads "BAY LOBS," alluding to "BAY LOBSTER WHOLESALE," with additional smaller text mentioning "TODAY'S special." Below that, the word "LOBST" is visible, with the text likely referring to "LOBSTER." The background features a dramatic, textured sky with thick, scattered clouds, adding depth to the photo. The overall composition blends the bold structure of the lobster with the vast sky above.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-16

The image shows a black and white photograph of a storefront sign for "Bay Lobs Wholesale" with a large display of lobsters in the foreground. The lobsters appear to be freshly caught, with their shells still intact and covered in water droplets. The sky in the background is filled with dramatic, cloudy weather. The overall composition and use of contrast create a striking and moody visual effect.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-16

This is a black and white photograph showing a large lobster sign or display, likely for a seafood market or restaurant. The sign appears to be mounted on a building or storefront with text that reads "BAY LOBS" (presumably "BAY LOBSTERS") and includes the word "WHOLESALE." The lobster itself is depicted in a dramatic perspective against a cloudy, moody sky, creating an interesting artistic composition. The image has a vintage or retro quality to it, characteristic of mid-20th century commercial photography or signage.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large metal lobster statue in front of a sign that reads "BAY LOBS" and "WHOLESALE". The lobster is positioned on the left side of the image, with its head facing upwards and its claws extended. It appears to be made of metal and has a weathered, rusty appearance.

To the right of the lobster, there is a sign that reads "BAY LOBS" in large white letters on a dark background. Below this, it says "WHOLESALE" in smaller white letters. There are other signs and text in the background, but they are not clearly legible.

The sky above the lobster and sign is cloudy and overcast, giving the image a moody and atmospheric feel. Overall, the image suggests that the lobster is a symbol or mascot for a seafood business or restaurant, possibly one that specializes in lobster dishes.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image depicts a black and white photograph of a sign for a wholesale seafood store, featuring a large lobster on the front.

  • The sign is white with black lettering and has a rectangular shape.
    • The sign is positioned at an angle, with the top-right corner pointing towards the viewer.
    • The sign is attached to a white wall or building.
  • The lobster is prominently displayed on the front of the sign.
    • It is depicted in a realistic style, with detailed claws and a long tail.
    • The lobster appears to be made of metal or plastic, and is painted silver.
  • The sign includes several lines of text, including the words "BAY LOBS" and "WHOLESALE".
    • The text is written in bold, white letters.
    • The sign also includes a phone number, "4588", and an address, "MEDCIAL ST".
  • The background of the image shows a cloudy sky.
    • The clouds are dark and thick, suggesting that it may be overcast or stormy.
    • The sky is visible above the sign, but it is not the main focus of the image.

Overall, the image suggests that the seafood store is located in a coastal area, possibly near the bay, and offers wholesale prices on its products. The use of a large lobster on the sign may be intended to attract customers who are interested in seafood.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is in black and white, and it shows a giant lobster sculpture on top of a building. The sculpture is made of metal and has a shiny surface. The building is a rectangular structure with a flat roof. There is a sign on the side of the building that reads "Bay Lobsters Wholesale." The sky is cloudy, and there is a white border around the image.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

A monochromatic photograph depicts a lobster statue mounted on a white wall. The lobster is metallic and glossy, and its claws are raised. The lobster is positioned above a signboard with text and numbers. The signboard reads "Bay Lobs Wholesale" and "Today's Special." The sky is cloudy and gray, and the photograph is framed with a white border.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-17

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white photograph of a sign for a seafood business, likely a wholesale lobster supplier. The composition focuses on a large, stylized metallic lobster statue attached to the sign. The sky behind the sign is filled with dramatic, cloud-filled texture, adding a dynamic element to the image.

Key Elements:

  • Lobster Sculpture: A prominent, large lobster statue is the focal point. It appears to be made of metal, reflecting the light in a way that creates highlights and shadows. The lobster's form is stylized, with attention given to its claws, body segments, and overall shape.
  • Signage: The sign on which the lobster is mounted bears the words "BAY LOBS" in large capital letters. Below this, the word "WHOLESALE" is present. Additional text below this appears to read "TODAY's special [lobster]". The sign also features a street name "MERCIAL ST" along with the number "1588".
  • Sky: The background is dominated by a sky packed with clouds. These clouds add texture and depth to the image, giving a sense of the weather and the environment surrounding the seafood business.
  • Composition: The photographer has used a low angle, looking up at the lobster. The composition is well-balanced, with the lobster statue, the sign, and the sky all contributing to the overall visual interest. The image is framed.

Overall Style and Tone:

The black and white format gives the photograph a timeless quality. It likely would have been taken during the day, given the way light interacts with the sign and lobster, although it might not be direct sunlight. The image appears to be taken with a focus on composition and detail, and is somewhat vintage or perhaps modern in its style.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-17

The black and white image shows a building advertising "Bay Lobs Wholesale." A large, metallic, three-dimensional lobster figure stands out from the building, overlapping the sign. The sky above is filled with patterned clouds, adding depth and texture to the scene. The low-angle shot emphasizes the size and presence of the lobster figure, making it a striking focal point.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a large, weathered lobster sculpture mounted on a sign. The sign advertises "Bay Lobs" with the text "Wholesale" and "Today's Special" visible, suggesting it is a business that sells lobsters. The sign also includes an address, "2588 Medrial St." The sky above is filled with dramatic, cloudy patterns, adding a striking contrast to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the photograph is somewhat nostalgic and artistic, capturing a moment in time at this lobster wholesale location.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-10

This image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a realistic depiction of a large lobster hanging prominently in the foreground. The lobster is metallic and shiny, reflecting light, and appears to be suspended from a sign. The background includes a partially visible sign that reads "BAY LOBS," along with "WHOLESALE," "588," and "TODAY'S special" in smaller text. The sky in the background is filled with clouds, giving the image a dramatic and moody atmosphere. The overall composition emphasizes the lobster as the central subject, drawing attention to its reflective surface and the sign's message related to seafood.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-10

This black-and-white photograph captures a striking image of a large, shiny, metallic lobster sculpture mounted on the roof of a building. The lobster appears to be a decorative or promotional feature, likely for a seafood wholesale business. The building has a sign that reads "BAY LOBSTER WHOLESALE" and other partially visible text that includes "TODAY'S special." The sky in the background is filled with soft, textured clouds, adding depth to the composition. The contrast between the reflective surface of the lobster and the cloudy sky creates a visually appealing and dynamic image.

Text analysis

Amazon

BAY
TODAY'S
WHOLESA
LOBS
ST
TODAY'S speci
speci
MERCIAL
4588
Inn

Google

BAY LOBS WHOLESA TODAY'S specir 588 MERCIAK ST
BAY
LOBS
WHOLESA
TODAY'S
specir
588
MERCIAK
ST