Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Japan)

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.3237

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Japan)

People

Artist: Ben Shahn, American 1898 - 1969

Date

March 14, 1960-April 22, 1960

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Bernarda Bryson Shahn, P1970.3237

Copyright

© President and Fellows of Harvard College

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-06

Neighborhood 100
City 99.8
Canal 99.8
Outdoors 99.8
Water 99.8
Urban 99
Architecture 98.2
Road 97.7
Street 97.7
Nature 80.2
Slum 72
Countryside 56.9
Waterfront 56.4
Suburb 56.4
Path 55.9
Monastery 55.8
Transportation 55.6
Vehicle 55.6
Watercraft 55.6
Rural 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2018-05-10

vehicle 98.8
transportation system 98.1
no person 98.1
people 95
railway 93.7
train 93.2
war 92
street 91.6
monochrome 90.3
water 88.9
watercraft 88.1
calamity 87
group 87
group together 86.8
industry 86.1
military 85.6
waste 85.5
road 79.2
river 79.1
locomotive 78.5

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

car 75.9
freight car 75.4
wheeled vehicle 68.4
vehicle 60.2
train 35
track 34.2
transport 32.9
transportation 32.3
ship 31.7
station 29.6
rail 27.5
locomotive 27.3
city 26.6
railroad 25.6
travel 24.7
railway 23.6
conveyance 20.8
electric locomotive 20.2
vessel 20.2
urban 20.1
passenger car 18.9
sky 16.6
architecture 16.4
industry 16.2
electric 15.9
water 15.4
river 14.2
wreck 14
pier 13.9
cargo 13.6
old 13.2
tracks 12.8
road 12.7
sea 12.5
town 12.1
winter 11.9
public 11.7
bridge 11.5
traffic 11.4
cityscape 11.4
line 11.1
building 11.1
industrial 10.9
freight 10.8
engine 10.6
snow 10.3
power 10.1
wagon 10.1
ocean 10
rails 9.9
landscape 9.7
craft 9.3
street 9.2
speed 9.2
commuter 8.9
subway 8.9
transit 8.9
metal 8.9
cold 8.6
cloud 8.6
cable 8.6
journey 8.5
weather 8.4
stone 8.4
outdoor 8.4
boat 8.4
tourism 8.3
vacation 8.2
way 7.9
metro 7.9
shipping 7.8
skyline 7.6
support 7.5
structure 7.2
history 7.2
steel 7.1
day 7.1

Google
created on 2018-05-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-05-10

outdoor 96
old 42.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Building

Clarifai

House
Building
Window
Vehicle

AWS Rekognition

Building 98.2%

AWS Rekognition

Building 81.7%

AWS Rekognition

Building 60.5%

Clarifai

House 70.7%

Clarifai

House 68%

Clarifai

House 61.5%

Clarifai

House 60.9%

Clarifai

House 60.3%

Clarifai

House 58%

Clarifai

House 57.5%

Clarifai

House 55.4%

Clarifai

House 54%

Clarifai

House 53.5%

Clarifai

House 49.3%

Clarifai

House 42.9%

Clarifai

House 40.5%

Clarifai

House 37.1%

Clarifai

House 36.7%

Clarifai

Building 58.9%

Clarifai

Window 33.8%

Clarifai

Vehicle 33.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2023-10-06

cars vehicles 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-05-10

a black and white photo of a train 76.7%
a train on a steel track 69.7%
an old photo of a train 69.6%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-06

an old black and white photo of a river and buildings

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a black and white photo of a riverfront with a building in the background

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting a riverside view of an urban area. The image features traditional Japanese-style wooden buildings lining the riverbank, many of which appear to have balconies or terraces facing the water. Laundry or items are visible hanging on some of the balconies, indicating daily life activities. The river itself has a shallow appearance, with sloped concrete embankments. In the background, there are modern structures, including taller buildings that contrast with the traditional architecture in the foreground. This blend of old and new elements suggests a transitional urban landscape, possibly in Japan during the mid-20th century.

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

This image is a black and white photograph depicting a riverside scene in Japan, likely from the mid-20th century. Along the riverbank, there are traditional Japanese buildings, featuring wooden structures and tiled roofs. These houses appear to be built right up to the edge of the river, with some having small balconies or platforms facing the water, where laundry is hung to dry. In the background, there is a modern multi-story building which contrasts with the older architecture surrounding it. The river itself looks narrow, with embankments on either side, and the water is flowing gently. The overall atmosphere is tranquil, showing a blend of traditional and modern elements typical of Japanese urban landscapes during the post-war period.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-12

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a traditional Japanese town or city. The scene depicts a row of old, wooden buildings lining the banks of a river or canal. The buildings have distinctive Japanese architectural features, such as tiled roofs and wooden facades. In the background, there is a taller, more modern building, suggesting the coexistence of old and new structures in this urban setting. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of the past, with the traditional buildings and the natural waterway running through the scene.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-12

This is a black and white photograph that appears to be from Japan, showing a row of traditional Japanese buildings along what looks like a canal or waterway. The buildings have distinctive traditional Japanese architectural features including tiled roofs and wooden construction. There are some signs with Japanese text visible on the buildings. In the background, you can see some more modern buildings including what appears to be a taller apartment or office building. The waterway has concrete embankments on either side, creating a channeled path for the water. Power lines can be seen crossing overhead. The image has the grainy quality typical of mid-20th century photography.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a row of buildings along a canal, with a concrete wall separating the canal from the street. The buildings are two- to three-story structures with tiled roofs and balconies, featuring windows and doors that suggest they may be residential or commercial properties. Some of the buildings have signs or advertisements displayed on their facades.

The canal itself is narrow and appears to be lined with a stone or concrete wall, with a small amount of water visible in the foreground. The street adjacent to the canal is paved and features a sidewalk on the opposite side, although it is not clear whether the sidewalk is accessible to pedestrians or not.

In the background, a tall white building stands out, possibly a government or commercial building, while power lines and other structures are visible in the distance. The sky above is overcast, adding to the overall somber tone of the image.

Overall, the photograph presents a quiet, serene scene of a canal-side community, with a mix of old and new architecture and a sense of tranquility.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

This image is a black and white photograph of a row of buildings along a canal. The buildings are two-story structures with tiled roofs, and they appear to be residential or commercial properties. The canal runs along the front of the buildings, with a concrete wall separating it from the street.

In the foreground, there is a dirt road or path that runs along the canal, and it appears to be a pedestrian walkway. The background of the image shows a clear sky, suggesting that the photo was taken on a sunny day.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the architecture and layout of this particular location, which appears to be a small town or village. The presence of the canal and the buildings suggests that this area may have been developed for residential or commercial purposes, and the image provides a sense of what life might have been like in this location at the time the photo was taken.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image is a monochromatic photograph of a street with a canal running through it. The canal is surrounded by a stone wall, and there are several buildings on either side of the canal. The buildings have tiled roofs and windows, and some of them have signs with Japanese characters. The canal is narrow and appears to be stagnant, with some algae and debris floating on the surface. The sky is overcast, and the overall image has a vintage feel.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a canal or river with houses on one side. The houses have tiled roofs and appear to be residential. Some of the houses have clothes hanging on the balconies, indicating that people live there. The canal is surrounded by a concrete wall, and there are no visible boats or other watercraft. In the distance, there are several tall buildings, possibly offices or apartments. The sky is overcast, and there are no visible clouds.

Google Gemini

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of a waterfront scene, likely in a Japanese city. The photograph captures a row of traditional buildings lining a canal or river. These buildings have dark roofs and appear to be two or three stories high, with balconies or verandas extending towards the water. Some have signs in Japanese.

Along the canal, there are low stone retaining walls. In the distance, a modern, multi-story building with a flat roof is visible, contrasting with the older architecture of the buildings along the water. The sky is overcast, suggesting a cloudy day.

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

The black and white photograph shows a waterway running in front of a row of buildings.

The buildings are two-story structures, with dark roofs and dark siding. The buildings line the left-hand side of the photograph. One building has signage on its side, with some characters running down the left side. Some of the buildings have small balconies. There is laundry hanging from some of the balconies. A tall white building can be seen in the background on the right-hand side of the photograph. There are multiple telephone poles with lines running between them in the background.

The waterway runs from the bottom left-hand corner to the upper right-hand corner. The waterway has concrete walls and shallow banks on either side. The water level is low, and the bottom of the waterway can be seen.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a street scene in what appears to be a residential area in Japan. The photograph is in black and white, suggesting it may be from an earlier time period. Here are some detailed observations:

  1. Buildings and Houses:

    • The street is lined with traditional Japanese houses, characterized by their wooden structures and tiled roofs.
    • The houses are closely packed together, typical of urban residential areas in Japan.
    • Some houses have balconies with laundry hanging out to dry.
  2. Street and Pathways:

    • The street in the foreground is paved but appears somewhat worn and uneven.
    • There is a narrow, elevated walkway running parallel to the street, possibly serving as a sidewalk.
    • The walkway is bordered by a low wall or embankment, which separates it from the street below.
  3. Surroundings:

    • In the background, there is a tall building that stands out against the low-rise houses. This building has a modern architectural style with multiple stories and balconies.
    • Power lines and telephone poles are visible, indicating the presence of utilities.
  4. Signage:

    • There is a sign on the left side of the image with Japanese characters, which might indicate a shop or business.
  5. Atmosphere:

    • The sky is overcast, giving the scene a somewhat muted and calm atmosphere.
    • The overall mood of the image is quiet and everyday, capturing a typical moment in a residential neighborhood.

This image provides a glimpse into the daily life and architecture of a Japanese residential area, highlighting the blend of traditional and modern elements.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

The image is a vintage black-and-white photograph depicting a street scene beside a canal or river. On the left side, there are traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs, and some of the buildings have balconies with laundry hanging to dry. These buildings appear to be residential or small commercial establishments. The street in the foreground is wide and has a low wall separating the street from the water. The canal or river is relatively shallow and has some vegetation along its banks. On the right side, there are modern, multi-story buildings, including a prominent high-rise with a square design. The sky is clear, and the overall atmosphere suggests a transition from a traditional to a more urbanized setting.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

This black-and-white photograph depicts a riverside scene in an urban area. The image shows a row of traditional-style buildings with tiled roofs lining the riverbank. The buildings appear to be two to three stories high, with balconies or verandas facing the river. Some laundry is hanging on the balconies, indicating residential use. The river in the foreground is relatively calm, with a gentle slope leading down to the water. In the background, there are modern buildings, including a multi-story structure, suggesting a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture. Overhead power lines are visible, adding to the urban setting. The overall atmosphere of the image is serene and historical, likely capturing a moment in time from the mid-20th century.

Text analysis

Amazon

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