Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (New Orleans, Louisiana)

Date

October 1935

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.1486

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (New Orleans, Louisiana)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

October 1935

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.1486

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Water 100
Waterfront 100
Port 100
Pier 99.1
Adult 98
Male 98
Man 98
Person 98
Person 94.2
Person 90.6
Transportation 89.6
Vehicle 89.6
Watercraft 89.6
Boat 85.4
Boardwalk 75.7
Bridge 75.7
Person 69.1
Cruiser 68.6
Military 68.6
Navy 68.6
Ship 68.6
Person 66.9
Boat 59.8
Outdoors 56.9
Sailboat 56.8
Construction 56.1
Architecture 55.6
Building 55.6
House 55.6
Housing 55.6
Porch 55.6
Harbor 55.6

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-11

people 99.8
vehicle 96.6
transportation system 95.9
watercraft 94.6
two 94.6
adult 93.6
man 92.8
group together 92.4
industry 89.5
construction worker 88.6
no person 88.5
monochrome 88.2
bridge 87.7
grinder 87.2
one 87.1
group 85.6
street 82.6
silhouette 80.7
three 80
water 78.7

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

device 62
pier 49.5
guillotine 45.6
industry 41
support 38
instrument of execution 37.4
industrial 37.2
sky 28.1
machine 26.5
instrument 26.4
steel 25.4
harbor 25
crane 24.6
pile driver 24.4
water 24
bridge 24
tower 23.6
port 23.1
sea 22.7
city 22.5
architecture 21.9
transportation 21.5
building 21.4
ship 21.3
factory 21.2
structure 21.2
construction 20.5
power 20.2
dock 19.5
equipment 18.5
transport 18.3
metal 17.7
energy 17.7
boat 16.9
ocean 16.8
skyline 16.2
cargo 15.5
fuel 15.4
gas 15.4
oil 14.9
pipe 14.6
business 14.6
landmark 14.5
pollution 14.4
sunset 14.4
shipping 14.4
vessel 14.2
iron 14
environment 14
urban 14
travel 13.4
work 13.4
engineering 13.3
plant 13.3
bay 13.2
freight 12.7
river 12.5
cityscape 12.3
technology 11.9
quay 11.8
wharf 11.8
chimney 11.8
coast 11.7
production 11.7
forklift 11.7
heavy 11.5
high 11.3
famous 11.2
station 10.6
semaphore 10
tourism 9.9
logistics 9.9
export 9.8
manufacturing 9.8
landscape 9.7
drilling platform 9.6
container 9.5
commerce 9.3
modern 9.1
gate 8.7
chemical 8.7
concrete 8.6
trade 8.6
attraction 8.6
traffic 8.6
tall 8.5
pump 8.4
apparatus 8.4
marina 8.2
global 8.2
tourist 8.2
new 8.1
conveyance 8
refinery 7.9
pipeline 7.9
loading 7.9
lift 7.8
boats 7.8
golden 7.7
rig 7.7
drill rig 7.7
vehicle 7.6
buildings 7.6
house 7.5
shore 7.4
economy 7.4
danger 7.3
wheeled vehicle 7.3
cable 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-11

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-11

sky 99.5
outdoor 96.5
building 82.7
tarmac 13.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Adult
Male
Man
Person
Boat
Adult 98%
Male 98%
Man 98%
Person 98%
Person 94.2%
Person 90.6%
Person 69.1%
Person 66.9%
Boat 85.4%
Boat 59.8%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-16

a photograph of a man standing on a pier with a boat in the background -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-08

This black-and-white image depicts a waterfront scene, likely from the early 20th century or earlier. In the foreground, a man wearing a hat and vest is seated on wooden beams near a metal structure, gazing towards the water. The dock area features industrial elements such as beams, chains, and columns supporting the structure overhead.

A steam-powered boat with a tall funnel is visible in the middle-left portion of the image, while larger ships can be seen further out in the water to the right. On the dock near the water's edge, a few people are gathered, possibly workers or passersby, observing the scene. In the distance, industrial buildings, smokestacks, and cranes line the waterfront, emphasizing the working harbor environment. The tranquil atmosphere hints at a moment of ordinary life within an industrial setting.

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

The image depicts a waterfront scene, likely at a dock or pier. A man wearing a hat and a dark vest is sitting on a wooden beam in the foreground, looking out towards the water. The dock is covered by a metal-frame structure with vertical beams and chains hanging down. In the background, there are several boats or ships; one prominently visible has two tall masts. Further back, industrial buildings are seen lining the shore. Several people are standing near the water's edge, possibly workers at the dock. The overall tone of the image is black and white, suggesting it was taken in an earlier era, potentially in the early to mid-20th century.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a dockyard with a man sitting on a wooden platform in the foreground. The man is wearing a hat, a white shirt, and dark pants, and is sitting on the edge of the platform, facing away from the camera. He appears to be looking out at the water.

In the background, there are several boats and ships docked at the pier, as well as a few people standing on the dock. The sky is overcast, and the overall atmosphere of the image is one of quietness and stillness.

The image appears to have been taken in the early 20th century, based on the clothing and equipment visible in the photograph. The photograph is likely a historical document or artifact, providing insight into the daily life and activities of people in the dockyard during that time period.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-27

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a dock, with a man sitting on the left side and several boats in the background. The man is wearing a hat and appears to be reading a newspaper or book. He is seated on a wooden platform, with a metal structure behind him that supports a chain or rope.

In the background, there are several boats docked at the pier, including a large ship with multiple masts. The sky above is overcast, and the overall atmosphere suggests a quiet, peaceful scene. The image may have been taken in the early 20th century, given the style of the clothing and the architecture of the dock.

Overall, the image presents a serene and nostalgic view of a bygone era, capturing a moment in time when life was slower and more leisurely.

Amazon Nova

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

A black and white photo of a man sitting on a bench on a wooden dock, with a boat on the water in the distance. The man is wearing a hat and is looking at the water. The dock has wooden benches and railings. There are several people standing on the dock, and one of them is wearing a hat. There are also boats docked on the side of the dock.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a dock with a person sitting on a bench. The dock is made of wood and has a metal railing. The person is wearing a hat and shoes. There are several people standing on the dock, and one of them is wearing a hat and shoes. There are two boats docked on the side of the dock, and one of them has a chimney. In the distance, there is a ship sailing on the water.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-22

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression: The image is a black and white photograph, likely taken in the early to mid-20th century, depicting a waterfront scene. It appears to be a dock or pier, possibly a shipping or industrial area.

Foreground:

  • A person, likely a man, is seated on a wooden structure that appears to be part of the pier or dock. He is wearing a hat and a vest, which suggests the attire of the time.
  • A large support structure, possibly for a crane or loading mechanism, is in the left of the frame. It has an intricate, triangular pattern.

Midground:

  • A wooden deck or pier extends into the water.
  • Several people are standing or walking on the pier.
  • A ship or boat is docked at the pier. Another ship can be seen in the distance.

Background:

  • The water stretches out towards the horizon.
  • The shoreline is visible, with what appears to be buildings or industrial structures along the waterfront.
  • The sky is overcast and cloudy.

Details & Tone:

  • The photo has a somewhat grainy texture, typical of older photography.
  • The overall tone is somber or reflective, possibly due to the subject matter and the weather.
  • It captures a sense of the working life and transportation of the period.

The photo likely represents a snapshot of daily life on a working waterfront during a historical period.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-22

Here's a description of the image:

The black and white photograph captures a scene on what appears to be a pier or dock. In the foreground, a man wearing a hat is seated, leaning against a metal structure with a distinctive zig-zag pattern. The pier is constructed of planks and beams, giving it a sturdy, industrial feel.

In the background, there's a body of water with several boats and ships. One ship has a tall smokestack, and another has multiple masts. The shoreline is visible in the distance, with buildings and smokestacks indicating an urban or industrial area.

The overall atmosphere of the image is somewhat hazy, typical of older photographs. The composition suggests a time of maritime activity, possibly related to shipping or industry. The presence of the man on the pier adds a human element to the scene.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a historical scene at a waterfront or dock area. The photograph is in black and white, indicating it was taken in the early to mid-20th century. Here are the key details:

  1. Foreground:

    • There are several people visible. One person is sitting on a wooden bench or platform, facing away from the camera.
    • Another person is sitting on a bench further back, also facing away from the camera.
    • A few more people are seen standing or sitting in the distance.
  2. Dock and Water:

    • The dock is constructed with wooden planks and has several benches.
    • The water is calm, and there are two boats moored at the dock. The boat on the left appears to be a tugboat, characterized by its robust build and tall funnel.
    • The boat on the right is another vessel, possibly a cargo ship or a larger boat, with masts and rigging visible.
  3. Background:

    • Across the water, there is a distant shoreline with buildings and industrial structures.
    • The sky is clear with some clouds, suggesting it is a bright day.
  4. Structural Elements:

    • There are large, vertical metal beams with cross-bracing, possibly part of a larger dock structure or crane system.
    • The overall setting suggests a busy port or harbor area.

The image captures a moment of everyday life at a harbor, with people seemingly waiting or resting, and boats docked, indicating maritime activity.