Human Generated Data

Title

Acolman 2

Date

1955

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Phyllis Lambert, P1972.41

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Human Generated Data

Title

Acolman 2

People

Artist: Aaron Siskind, American 1903 - 1991

Date

1955

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mrs. Phyllis Lambert, P1972.41

Copyright

© Estate of Aaron Siskind

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-08-30

Brick 99.9
Architecture 99.7
Wall 96.8
Arch 80.4
Ruins 79.8
Pillar 68.8
Cross 58
Symbol 58
Archaeology 57.7
Art 57.6
Collage 57.6
Monastery 56.1
Gravestone 56
Tomb 56
Bridge 55.5
Viaduct 55.5

Clarifai
created on 2023-11-01

old 99.4
vintage 98.2
antique 98
ancient 97.5
dirty 97.4
retro 96.9
desktop 96.4
architecture 95.2
wall 95.1
sooty 93.6
texture 93.4
monochrome 92.9
building 92.8
no person 92.7
stone 92.2
abstract 91.9
rough 91.3
art 91
design 90.8
dark 90.2

Imagga
created on 2018-12-21

fence 59.4
picket fence 53
barrier 39.9
structure 38.8
track 38
old 27.8
obstruction 26.3
grunge 24.7
forest 24.3
texture 23.6
tree 21.8
landscape 20.1
pattern 19.8
viaduct 17.6
textured 17.5
vintage 17.4
rough 17.3
black 16.2
trees 16
autumn 15.8
retro 15.5
park 14.8
wood 14.2
wall 13.7
bridge 13.6
design 13.5
outdoors 13.4
material 13.4
dark 13.4
antique 13
natural 12.7
fall 12.7
season 12.5
surface 12.3
backgrounds 12.2
light 12
stone 11.9
aged 11.8
fog 11.6
wallpaper 11.5
snow 11.5
damaged 11.4
grungy 11.4
ancient 11.2
winter 11.1
morning 10.8
dirty 10.8
foggy 10.8
obsolete 10.5
woods 10.5
sun 10.5
path 10.4
paint 9.9
outdoor 9.9
backdrop 9.9
misty 9.8
metal 9.6
brown 9.6
weather 9.5
weathered 9.5
cold 9.5
paper 9.4
building 9.4
worm fence 9.4
wooden 8.8
mysterious 8.7
grass 8.7
scene 8.6
aging 8.6
leaf 8.6
gravestone 8.5
frame 8.3
environment 8.2
road 8.1
fantasy 8.1
gray 8.1
sunlight 8
yellow 7.9
rural 7.9
text 7.8
color 7.8
travel 7.7
mist 7.7
sky 7.7
line 7.7
field 7.5
rail fence 7.5
style 7.4
foliage 7.4
countryside 7.3
graphic 7.3
art 7.3
border 7.2
memorial 7.2
lines 7.2
country 7
scenic 7

Google
created on 2018-12-21

Microsoft
created on 2018-12-21

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building

Clarifai

Tree
Plant

AWS Rekognition

Building 99.7%

Clarifai

Tree 65.3%

Clarifai

Tree 55%

Clarifai

Tree 46.5%

Clarifai

Tree 44.5%

Clarifai

Tree 39.7%

Clarifai

Tree 35.6%

Clarifai

Plant 34.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2018-12-21

streetview architecture 99.8%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-12-21

a close up of a brick wall 48.7%
a close up of a brick building 41%
a close up of a white brick wall 32.4%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-05

a black and white photo of a wall with several columns

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a group of three large stone pillars with a clock on each side

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This black-and-white image depicts a close-up view of a textured stone wall with vertical columns protruding outward. The surface appears rugged and weathered, indicating age and exposure to the elements. Strong sunlight casts deep shadows on the wall, creating striking triangular shadow patterns alongside the columns. The interplay between light and shadow emphasizes the geometric forms and depth of the structure, lending a sharp, architectural quality to the composition. The overall feel is one of solidity and permanence, possibly part of an ancient or historical building.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

This image is a black and white photograph that captures a striking architectural detail. The photo focuses on a wall made of stone, featuring a series of large, vertical structures resembling pillars or buttresses. Each pillar casts a distinct, elongated shadow on the wall behind it, creating a dramatic interplay of light and shadow that emphasizes the geometric shapes and textures in the scene. The wall itself appears to be made of rough, uneven stone, adding to the visual interest with its varied surface. The composition highlights the contrast between the solid mass of the pillars and the negative spaces created by the shadows, showcasing a sense of rhythm and repetition across the image.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a stone structure. The structure is composed of several tall, narrow, triangular-shaped elements that resemble towers or spires. These elements are arranged in a row, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The background is blurred, suggesting the focus is on the architectural details of the stone structure itself. The overall impression is one of an old, weathered, and imposing structure, perhaps a ruin or remnant of a larger building or complex.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This is a black and white architectural photograph showing a series of pointed Gothic arches or archways. The image appears to be of an old stone structure, possibly a church or cathedral, with the arches creating dramatic triangular shadows against the textured stone walls. The stonework shows signs of age and weathering, giving the image a strong historical character. The composition emphasizes the vertical lines and geometric patterns created by the arches, with strong contrasts between light and shadow that create a striking visual rhythm. The photograph has a moody, atmospheric quality typical of architectural photography that focuses on historical structures.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a stone wall with a rough texture, featuring a series of vertical columns and arches. The wall appears to be constructed from large, rectangular stones, with some areas displaying a more weathered and worn appearance. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of age and history, with the stone wall evoking a feeling of grandeur and solidity. The use of black and white photography adds to the sense of timelessness and classicism, creating a visually striking and thought-provoking image.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

This image is a black and white photograph of a stone wall with several triangular and rectangular cutouts. The wall appears to be made of rough-hewn stone, with visible texture and variation in color. The cutouts are arranged in a seemingly random pattern, with some overlapping or adjacent to one another.

The overall effect of the image is one of abstracted architecture, with the cutouts creating a sense of depth and layering. The use of black and white photography adds to the sense of simplicity and minimalism, emphasizing the geometric shapes and textures of the wall.

The image may be intended to evoke a sense of mystery or intrigue, as the purpose and context of the wall are not immediately clear. It could also be seen as a commentary on the relationship between form and function, as the cutouts appear to serve no practical purpose but instead add visual interest to the wall.

Overall, the image is a thought-provoking and visually striking representation of abstracted architecture, inviting the viewer to consider the relationship between form, function, and aesthetics.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a vertical section of a stone wall. The wall is composed of multiple layers of stone, each with a different texture and appearance. The image is divided into five vertical segments, each showing a different section of the wall. The first segment shows a section of the wall with a rough, uneven surface and some small holes or indentations. The second segment shows a section of the wall with a smoother surface and a few cracks or fissures. The third segment shows a section of the wall with a more textured surface and a few larger holes or indentations. The fourth segment shows a section of the wall with a smoother surface and a few small cracks or fissures. The fifth segment shows a section of the wall with a rough, uneven surface and some small holes or indentations. The overall impression is of a wall that has been exposed to the elements for a long time, with signs of wear and erosion.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a stone wall with a rough texture. The wall is composed of several vertical stone blocks, each with a different shape and size. The blocks are arranged in a row, creating a pattern. The blocks are made of stone, and some of them have a rough surface. The wall is probably part of a building or a structure.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image presents a stark, overhead view of what appears to be ancient ruins or stonework. The composition is dominated by vertical, textured structures casting long, sharp shadows. The black and white photography enhances the sense of age and the harsh play of light and shadow.

Detailed Breakdown:

  • Structures: Several tall, rectangular structures are visible, constructed of rough-hewn stones. These structures vary in width and height, and their surfaces show significant wear and erosion, suggesting their age. Some sections also have a more even, smoother surface and stone placement.
  • Shadows: The most striking element is the presence of long, dramatic shadows cast by the structures. The angles of the shadows indicate the light source is coming from a single direction, likely the sun. The shadows define the shapes of the walls and contribute to the overall geometric patterns.
  • Background: The background between the structures appears to be another level of stonework, possibly a wall or plaza. The texture is uneven, with some evidence of vegetation growing between the stones.
  • Color/Tone: The image is black and white, which enhances the contrast between the bright highlights and the deep shadows, making the textures of the stonework more pronounced.

Possible Interpretation:

The image seems to capture the remains of an ancient city or temple. The composition and the shadows create a sense of mystery and evoke a feeling of historical significance. It gives the impression of having been taken from a great height, perhaps from a helicopter or drone.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The black and white image showcases an aerial perspective of a stone structure, likely a ruin. The architecture consists of tall, pillar-like formations made of rough stones, which seem to be weathered and aged. The pillars are positioned vertically across the frame, each casting a strong shadow that adds depth and contrast to the image.

The surface surrounding the pillars appears rugged and uneven, perhaps indicating a deteriorated courtyard or base. There are hints of vegetation and debris scattered around, further emphasizing the age and disuse of the site. The lighting seems to be coming from an angle, creating dramatic shadows that play across the scene.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black and white photograph of a series of tall, narrow, and weathered stone structures. These structures appear to be remnants of ancient columns or pillars, possibly from a historical or archaeological site. The columns are arranged in a row, with varying heights and degrees of erosion. The texture of the stone is rough and worn, indicating significant age and exposure to the elements. The shadows cast by the columns suggest that the photo was taken in strong sunlight, which accentuates the details and textures of the stone. The overall scene conveys a sense of antiquity and historical significance.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image depicts a series of stone arches and columns, likely part of an ancient or historical structure. The image is in black and white, giving it a timeless and classic feel. The arches are tall and narrow, with varying levels of wear and tear, suggesting the structure has been exposed to the elements for a considerable amount of time. The texture of the stone is detailed, with some parts appearing smoother and others rougher, indicating different construction techniques or weathering over time. Shadows cast by the arches add depth and dimension to the image, emphasizing the vertical lines and creating a sense of mystery and historical significance.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-28

The image depicts an architectural structure with a series of arches and columns. The photograph is in black and white, which highlights the textures and patterns of the stone or brickwork. The arches are evenly spaced and appear to be part of a larger building or bridge. The surface of the structure shows signs of age and weathering, with visible cracks, crevices, and patches of moss or lichen. The lighting creates strong shadows, emphasizing the depth and form of the arches and columns. The overall composition is symmetrical and geometric, with a sense of solidity and permanence.