Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Coxsackie Ferry, Hudson River, near Newton Hook, New York)

Date

1934-1935

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.3114

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Coxsackie Ferry, Hudson River, near Newton Hook, New York)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

1934-1935

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.3114

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Water 100
Waterfront 100
Architecture 100
Countryside 100
Hut 100
Nature 100
Outdoors 100
Rural 100
Shelter 100
Shack 99.8
Pier 98.9
Port 96.6
Transportation 77.2
Vehicle 77.2
Housing 75
House 58
Harbor 56.9
Cabin 56.5
Farm 56.3
Watercraft 56
Barn 55.9

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

people 99.3
water 98.5
no person 96.5
vehicle 96.4
monochrome 95
group 94.9
group together 94.3
calamity 91.6
military 90.8
watercraft 90.7
transportation system 90.5
war 90.5
adult 89.1
many 87.7
river 87.3
flood 84.1
man 83.8
horizontal plane 81.8
lake 79.3
soldier 78.9

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

boathouse 83.4
shed 65.7
outbuilding 49.4
building 47.6
water 44.8
channel 43.1
boat 33.4
body of water 32.6
river 29.4
village 29
tourism 28.9
architecture 24.4
house 24.3
travel 24
sea 22.7
sky 22.4
pier 22.2
structure 22
city 21.7
lake 21.1
ocean 20.2
vacation 19.7
old 17.5
landscape 17.1
england 15.3
summer 14.8
island 14.7
reflection 14.6
tourist 14.5
coast 14.4
canal 14.3
shore 13.7
harbor 13.5
fishing 13.5
outdoors 13.5
scenic 13.2
town 13
holiday 12.9
bridge 12.5
coastline 12.2
destination 12.2
dock 11.7
ship 11.6
tree 11.6
waterfront 11.4
beach 11.3
historic 11
boats 10.7
houses 10.7
seaside 10.4
home 10.4
urban 9.6
tropical 9.4
shoreline 9.2
transport 9.2
landmark 9
scenery 9
sunset 9
history 9
cityscape 8.5
bay 8.5
historical 8.5
outdoor 8.4
park 8.3
tower 8.1
wharf 7.9
ancient 7.8
nautical 7.8
culture 7.7
marina 7.7
residential 7.7
north 7.7
clouds 7.6
buildings 7.6
support 7.5
traditional 7.5
recreation 7.2

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

outdoor 99.8
house 88.9
old 46.2

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building
Boat

Clarifai

Tree
Boat
House

AWS Rekognition

Building 99%

AWS Rekognition

Boat 77.2%

AWS Rekognition

Boat 61.7%

Clarifai

Tree 86.7%

Clarifai

Tree 41.9%

Clarifai

Tree 35.8%

Clarifai

Boat 71%

Clarifai

Boat 67.7%

Clarifai

Boat 55.8%

Clarifai

Boat 55.6%

Clarifai

Boat 48.1%

Clarifai

Boat 47.9%

Clarifai

Boat 40.5%

Clarifai

Boat 36.9%

Clarifai

Boat 34.6%

Clarifai

House 65.6%

Clarifai

House 39.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

streetview architecture 89.9%
paintings art 9.5%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a small house surrounded by water 90%
a small house in the water 87.8%
a black and white photo of a house 87.7%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-21

a photograph of a boat dock with a boat in the water

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

a black and white photo of a boat dock with a sign that says car driver 40

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This is a vintage black-and-white photograph depicting a dock area by a body of water. A wooden sign in the foreground reads “Car and Driver 40¢,” suggesting that this is the site of a ferry or crossing point. Below the sign, small wooden boats are visible floating in the water. In the background, a large, rustic building with a slanted roof appears to be situated near the shore. The building features signage indicating "SOCONY," likely referring to the Standard Oil Company of New York, and "Dugan’s Dock" on the side. Trees and low hills are seen in the distance on the opposite shore, offering a serene rural setting. The image evokes a bygone era, likely early to mid-1900s, when such crossings were commonplace.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a waterfront scene with a wooden building in the background. The building has a corrugated metal roof and a sign that seems to read "SOCONY" with another sign in the upper corner that says "REAMS BROS" which is partially obscured. This indicates that the building might be a service or storage structure, possibly related to transportation or fuel given the signage. In the foreground, there is a wooden fence or barrier with a sign painted on it that reads "Car and Driver 40 ¢", suggesting that a ferry service is being offered for cars and their drivers across the body of water. There is a small boat visible tied up to the dock area, and the overall setting is along a quay or riverbank. Trees can be seen in the background, indicating a rural area. The entire scene evokes a historical or early 20th century timeframe.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image shows an old, wooden building with a sign that says "Car and Driver 40¢". The building appears to be situated on a body of water, with a wooden dock or platform in the foreground. There are trees and other structures visible in the background. The overall scene has a vintage, historical feel to it.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The black and white image shows an old wooden building, likely a garage or storage shed, next to a body of water with some small boats docked nearby. The building appears weathered and run-down, with a sloped roof and a small structure on top. In the foreground, there is graffiti spray-painted on a wooden dock or platform that reads "Car and Driver 40¢". The overall scene has a rustic, rural feel to it, possibly depicting a lakeside or riverfront location from an earlier era based on the aged appearance of the structures.

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

This is a black and white photograph showing a waterfront scene with what appears to be a boat dock or pier. In the foreground, there's a wooden railing or barrier with text painted on it that reads "Car and Driver." Behind the dock, there's a large weathered wooden building or warehouse structure with a pitched roof and what looks like a small cupola or raised section on top. The building appears to be industrial or storage-related, possibly used for maritime purposes. Trees can be seen in the background, and there appears to be some small boats or watercraft visible in the water near the dock. The image has the grainy, vintage quality typical of mid-20th century photography.

Meta Llama

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a body of water with a dock and a building in the background. The dock has a sign that reads "Car and Driver 40¢" in large letters, and there are several small boats tied up to it. In the background, there is a large building with a sign that reads "BODINE" in white letters on a dark background. The building appears to be some kind of warehouse or storage facility.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a quiet, peaceful scene, possibly taken on a sunny day. The presence of the dock and boats implies that the location is near a body of water, such as a lake or river. The building in the background adds a sense of scale and context to the scene, suggesting that it may be part of a larger industrial or commercial complex.

There are no people visible in the image, which adds to the sense of isolation and tranquility. The only other objects in the image are the boats and the dock, which are all in a state of rest or inactivity. Overall, the image presents a serene and idyllic scene, with a focus on the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding landscape.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a wooden building situated on the shore of a body of water, with a sign in front that reads "Car and Driver 40¢." The building appears to be a ferry or boat launch, as there are several boats docked nearby. The sign suggests that the ferry service charges 40 cents per car and driver.

In the background, there is a large tree and a clear sky, indicating a sunny day. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of tranquility and simplicity, evoking a sense of a bygone era. The use of black and white photography adds to the nostalgic feel of the image, making it seem like a relic from the past.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a ferry dock. The dock is made of wood and has a sign that reads "Car and Driver 40 cents." There are several boats docked at the side of the dock, including a small boat with a canopy. The dock is surrounded by water, and there is a building with a sign that reads "Socony" on the side. There are trees and a small building in the background.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

A black-and-white photo shows a wooden fence with the words "Car and Driver 40¢" written on it. The fence is located in front of a body of water, possibly a lake or a river. There are boats docked on the side of the water. Behind the fence, there is a wooden structure with a sign that reads "SOCON" on top. The area is surrounded by trees.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-25

Here is a description of the image:

This black and white photograph captures a scene from what appears to be a bygone era, likely the early to mid-20th century. The focus is on a waterfront area with a wooden dock extending into the water, likely a river or lake. In the foreground, a weathered wooden sign is prominently displayed, painted with the words "Car and Driver 40¢". This suggests a service offering transportation across the water, likely by boat.

Several small boats are visible near the dock, partially submerged in the water. The water itself is rippled, reflecting the surrounding structures and sky. In the background, a large wooden building stands on the shoreline. The building has a distinctive tiered structure, with a smaller upper section on top of the main structure. A sign with the word "SOCONY" is visible on the side of the building, indicating it may be a commercial establishment or depot. A figure is standing near the building.

Trees and vegetation are visible to the right of the building, providing a natural backdrop. The overall atmosphere is one of a simpler time, with the rustic dock, signage, and wooden structures evoking a sense of history. The image is well-composed, with the sign in the foreground drawing the viewer's eye towards the building and the water in the background.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-25

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Scene: The image is a black and white photograph that captures a waterfront scene, likely from the early to mid-20th century, given the style of the photograph and the price listed.

Foreground:

  • A rustic wooden sign prominently displays the text "Car and Driver 40¢." This indicates the price for a car rental.
  • The sign is positioned over a body of water, suggesting this is a rental service at a lake or river.
  • Several small boats are visible in the water.
  • The water shows reflections of the sign and buildings.

Midground:

  • There is a dock or pier on which a building is built.
  • The building is likely a business, possibly related to the car rental or boating.
  • A sign on the building reads "SOCONY."

Background:

  • A treeline is visible in the distance, suggesting a bank of the river or lake
  • The sky is plain, indicating a clear day.

Overall Impression: The scene gives a sense of a historical moment and offers a snapshot of recreational activities. It evokes a simpler time when affordable transportation was readily available.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a waterfront scene featuring a large wooden building, likely a boathouse or storage facility, situated near a body of water. The structure has a rustic appearance with weathered wood and a gabled roof. To the right of the main building, there is a smaller structure with a sign that reads "BOATS."

In the foreground, there is a wooden dock extending into the water. On the dock, there is a hand-painted sign that reads "Car and Driver 40¢," indicating a fee for transporting a car and its driver, possibly via a ferry service.

Several small boats are moored along the dock, and there are a few buoys visible in the water. The scene appears to be from an earlier time period, suggested by the style of the buildings and the general atmosphere of the photograph. The background shows a tree line and open water, contributing to a serene, rural setting.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a rustic waterfront scene. In the foreground, there is a wooden dock with the words "Car and Driver 40¢" painted on the railing. The dock is partially submerged in water, suggesting a flooded area. Several small boats are tied to the dock.

In the middle ground, there is a large wooden structure, possibly a boathouse or a similar building, with a sign that reads "BOAT" on its side. Adjacent to it, there is a smaller, open-sided shed or storage area. The background features trees and a clear sky, indicating a calm, possibly rural or recreational area. The overall appearance of the image suggests it may have been taken in a historic or nostalgic context, possibly from the mid-20th century.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This black-and-white photograph captures a rustic waterfront scene, likely from an earlier time period. In the foreground, a wooden fence displays hand-painted text reading "Car and Driver 40¢," suggesting a fee for a service, possibly a ferry or boat ride. Below the fence, a small body of water is visible, with several small boats docked or floating nearby. The middle ground features a weathered wooden building with a slanted roof and an open doorway, labeled "BOAT" and "DOCKS." The structure appears to be a boathouse or dock facility. Behind the building, there is another taller structure, possibly a tower or part of the same complex. The background includes a line of trees and a relatively flat horizon, indicating a rural or semi-rural setting. The overall atmosphere of the image is nostalgic and evokes a sense of simplicity and utility.

Text analysis

Amazon

Driver
and
Car
SOCONY
Car and Driver 40c
40c