Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (U.S. Highway 40, central Ohio)

Date

July 1938-August 1938

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.479

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (U.S. Highway 40, central Ohio)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

July 1938-August 1938

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.479

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-05

Sign 100
Symbol 100
Path 92.1
Car 91.6
Transportation 91.6
Vehicle 91.6
Person 85.8
Outdoors 81.4
Plant 77.4
Tree 77.4
Road 76.9
Road Sign 67.4
Text 63.7
Vegetation 57
Advertisement 57
Sidewalk 55.9
Nature 55.6
Trail 55.4
Bus Stop 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-11

road 97.3
people 97
signal 97
outdoors 96.6
street 96.5
transportation system 95.6
monochrome 95.1
no person 92.6
signalise 89.4
adult 88.4
tree 88.3
travel 86.7
vehicle 84
horizontal plane 83.9
traffic 83.7
guidance 82
nature 80.8
grass 78
sign 76.9
war 76.7

Imagga
created on 2023-10-05

fence 63
barrier 44.7
structure 30.1
obstruction 29.3
landscape 26
billboard 25.4
signboard 24.6
sign 24.1
shopping cart 23.8
road 23.5
handcart 19.2
tree 18.9
grass 17.4
sky 17.2
wheeled vehicle 16.9
chairlift 15.7
forest 15.7
conveyance 15
street 13.8
warning 13.4
outdoors 12.7
ski tow 12.6
field 12.6
trees 12.5
travel 12
traffic 11.4
city 10.8
transportation 10.8
summer 10.3
clouds 10.1
park 9.9
container 9.8
rural 9.7
winter 9.4
land 9.2
countryside 9.1
horizon 9
car 9
building 8.9
light 8.7
season 8.6
speed 8.3
danger 8.2
scenic 7.9
high 7.8
scene 7.8
caution 7.8
plant 7.8
outdoor 7.6
path 7.6
natural 7.4
transport 7.3
meadow 7.2
snow 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-11

black and white 89.6
sign 79.8
tree 78.5
history 74.6
street sign 72.5
monochrome photography 71.1
road 71
monochrome 70.9
signage 67.6
car 67.2
grass 59.9
lane 56.2
font 53.8
advertising 53
street 51.2
landscape 50

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-11

outdoor 99.9
sign 99.9
tree 99.8
grass 99.5
text 89.7
street 79.5

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Car
Person
Road Sign
Car 91.6%
Person 85.8%
Road Sign 67.4%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-11

a sign on the side of the street 95%
a sign on the side of a street 94.9%
a sign on the side of the road 94.8%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a sign that says,'for sale ' -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

The black-and-white image shows a roadside scene with two prominent signs. In the foreground, there is a "FOR SALE" sign positioned on a grassy area with rocks and plants scattered around. Behind this, another larger sign advertises "Modern Rooms and Cabins" with amenities such as "Running Water" and "Showers." This sign is attached to a pole near some tall trees and other signs further down the road. In the background, there's a small building or cabin with visible signage, including one that says "Cabins Showers." A vintage automobile is parked near the building, and telephone poles are visible along the roadside, indicating a rural or semi-rural setting. The image is likely from an earlier era, given the style of signage, the car design, and overall setting.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image is a black and white photograph capturing a roadside scene, likely from the mid-20th century. In the foreground, there is a sign reading "FOR SALE" placed on a grassy, slightly elevated area bordered with rocks. Behind this sign, another larger sign advertises "MODERN ROOMS and CABINS, RUNNING WATER, SHOWERS." This suggests the location is offering accommodation services.

In the background, there is a building that might be associated with the advertised accommodations. The area appears rural or semi-rural, with a backdrop of trees and vegetation. Additionally, an old-fashioned automobile is parked near what appears to be a gasoline station, as indicated by a circular "Hi-Speed" and "H-C" logo on a sign, reminiscent of historical gas station branding. The picture reflects a vintage Americana feel, capturing a moment in an earlier era of roadside travel and commerce.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of a roadside sign advertising rooms and cabins for sale. The sign, situated in the foreground, features white letters on a black background and reads "FOR SALE" in large letters. Behind this sign, a larger sign is visible, although partially obscured by trees and bushes. This sign appears to be an advertisement for a hotel or motel, with the words "MODERN ROOMS AND CABINS RUNNING WATER SHOWERS" written in white letters on a black background.

In the background, a car is parked along the road, and a building with a sign reading "CABIN STORE" is visible. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a rural or countryside setting, possibly from the 1930s or 1940s. The presence of a car and a store implies that the area is accessible by road and has some basic amenities available.

The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a unique and nostalgic scene that may have been common in rural areas during the mid-20th century. The use of a vintage photograph adds to the image's charm and historical significance, making it a fascinating piece of visual history.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

This image is a black-and-white photograph of a roadside scene, featuring a prominent "FOR SALE" sign in the foreground. The sign is rectangular with white letters on a dark background and is attached to a metal pole. It is positioned in front of a grassy area with rocks and weeds.

Behind the "FOR SALE" sign, there are two additional signs. One sign reads "MODERN ROOMS AND CABINS RUNNING WATER SHOWERS" in white letters on a dark background. The other sign is partially obscured but appears to be an advertisement for a business or service.

In the background, there are trees and power lines visible, as well as a dirt road that runs along the right side of the image. A car can be seen driving away from the camera on the road. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a rural or small-town setting, possibly from the mid-20th century given the style of the signs and the car.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a property for sale. It features a large sign that reads "For Sale" prominently displayed in the foreground. The sign is attached to a pole that stands in a grassy area. Behind the sign, there are several other signs that advertise the property's amenities, including "Modern Rooms and Cabins," "Running Water," and "Showers." These signs are attached to a wooden pole.

In the background, there is a building with a sign that reads "Cabin Showers." There are also trees and electric poles in the area. On the right side of the image, there is a car parked in front of the building. The overall image conveys a sense of a property that is up for sale and highlights its modern amenities.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

A black-and-white photo of a signboard with the text "FOR SALE" is placed on the ground, and a pole is placed behind it. A few rocks and grasses are on the ground. Behind the pole, a few signboards are attached to the pole, and some text is written on them. A car is parked on the right side of the road. There are trees and electric poles on the right side.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-02

Here's a description of the image:

The black and white photograph captures a scene that is likely from the mid-20th century, offering a glimpse of roadside commerce and a sense of rural Americana. The primary focus is a collection of weathered signs that point towards a motel or lodging establishment.

Key elements of the image include:

  • "For Sale" Sign: A prominent sign is placed in the foreground, suggesting that the property that is being sold is of interest.
  • Lodging Signs: There are several signs advertising "MODERN ROOMS AND CABINS," "RUNNING WATER," and "SHOWERS." These details place the setting at a motel or roadside inn, geared towards travelers.
  • Roadside Setting: The image is taken from a roadside perspective, with unpaved ground and vegetation suggesting an open area or a country road.
  • Signs of Commerce: In addition to the lodging signs, there's also a sign for "CABINS SHOWERS" and a visible gas station indicating the presence of amenities for travelers.
  • Vehicles: A vintage car is parked along the road.

Overall Impression:

The photograph gives a sense of a bygone era, an era of motels, roadside attractions, and the open road. It evokes the feeling of a more simple time. The "For Sale" sign adds an element of melancholy, as it suggests that the establishment is no longer in business or that the property is undergoing a change.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-02

Here's a description of the image:

The black and white photograph depicts a roadside scene in what appears to be a rural or semi-rural area. In the foreground, there's a grassy embankment covered in rocks and vegetation. A "FOR SALE" sign is prominently displayed, hinting at property or business being offered.

Behind the "FOR SALE" sign, there's a larger sign that reads "MODERN ROOMS AND CABINS, RUNNING WATER SHOWERS." This suggests that the property might have been a tourist accommodation or motel.

Further in the background, across what appears to be a road, there's a building with a sign that says "CABIN SHOWERS" and "CABINS." There is a small building in the background that reads "CABIN SHOWERS." A vintage car is parked on the side of the road, and telephone or electricity poles stretch into the distance, indicating the presence of infrastructure.

The photograph has a nostalgic feel, likely from the mid-20th century, given the style of the signs, the vintage car, and the overall aesthetic. The combination of "FOR SALE" signs and "MODERN ROOMS AND CABINS" hints at a business that may have been struggling or simply being offered for a change of hands.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a roadside scene with several signs. The foreground prominently features a "FOR SALE" sign, which is partially obscured by overgrown grass and weeds, suggesting the property has been on the market for some time.

Behind the "FOR SALE" sign, there are additional signs advertising a lodging establishment. The signs read:

  • "MODERN ROOMS"
  • "14 CABINS"
  • "RUNNING WATER"
  • "SHOWERS"

The background includes a road with a car parked on the side, indicating the presence of a gas station or another establishment further down the road. There are also utility poles with wires, and the area appears to be somewhat rural with trees and vegetation surrounding the signs.

The overall scene gives a vintage feel, likely from the mid-20th century, capturing a snapshot of a time when roadside motels and cabins were a common sight for travelers.

Text analysis

Amazon

ROOMS
CABINS
SHOWERS
MODERN
WATER
ROOMS AND CABINS
CABIN
AND
RUNNING WATER
HC
RUNNING
CASOLINI
INCLAIL
SALE!

Google

MO DERN ROOMSN CABINS NINC WATER SHOWERS HC FIO R AL,E
MO
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ROOMSN
CABINS
NINC
WATER
SHOWERS
HC
FIO
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