Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (soldier atop helicopter silhouetted against sun, Vietnam)

Date

1967-68

People

Artist: Gordon W. Gahan, American 1945 - 1984

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Barbara Robinson, 2007.184.1.162

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (soldier atop helicopter silhouetted against sun, Vietnam)

People

Artist: Gordon W. Gahan, American 1945 - 1984

Date

1967-68

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Barbara Robinson, 2007.184.1.162

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-03-22

Human 98.9
Silhouette 97.5
Airport 89.3
Airfield 81.4
Vehicle 75.2
Aircraft 75.2
Transportation 75.2
Landing 56.1

Clarifai
created on 2019-03-22

silhouette 99.7
people 99.4
sunset 97.5
man 96.6
monochrome 96.3
backlit 96.3
shadow 95.3
street 93
light 90.4
art 89.9
sun 88.8
dawn 87.7
city 87.3
sky 87.2
stroboscope 86.1
music 85.9
concert 80.9
analogue 80.4
outline 80.3
child 79.8

Imagga
created on 2019-03-22

silhouette 27.3
hook 26.1
device 25.7
equipment 22.5
mechanical device 21.2
sky 20.4
lamp 20.3
spotlight 17.8
mechanism 17.4
semaphore 16.8
black 15.1
man 14.1
apparatus 13.5
sunset 13.5
male 13.5
backboard 13.4
people 13.4
light 13.4
gallows tree 13.3
building 11.1
gallows 10.6
source of illumination 10.5
dark 10
sun 10
person 9.6
construction 9.4
instrument of execution 9.3
evening 9.3
support 9.2
dusk 8.6
sport 8.2
shadow 8.1
business 7.9
old 7.7
instrument 7.5
city 7.5
safety 7.4
street 7.4
industrial 7.3
dirty 7.2
body 7.2
art 7.2
night 7.1
architecture 7

Google
created on 2019-03-22

Microsoft
created on 2019-03-22

dark 36.1
silhouette 20.3
shadow 13.4
black and white 7.9
monochrome 5.3
music 3.1
street 2.7

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Airplane

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 98.9%

AWS Rekognition

Airplane 63.8%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-03-22

food drinks 40%
interior objects 31.1%
events parties 11.4%
cars vehicles 7.4%
text visuals 6%
beaches seaside 1.1%

Captions

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-25

a photograph of a man standing in front of a helicopter

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

This black-and-white photograph depicts a silhouetted scene of a person working on or inspecting a helicopter against a backdrop of the sun. The helicopter's tail and rotor assembly are visible, with the individual positioned underneath and interacting with the machinery. The sun, partially obscured by light clouds, creates a dramatic and moody atmosphere with a sense of quiet determination and mechanical focus. The image suggests themes of aviation, maintenance, and possibly military or engineering work.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image is a black and white silhouette photograph depicting a person standing next to a helicopter. The silhouette suggests the person is working on or inspecting the helicopter, focusing on the area near the rotor blades. The helicopter and the person are rendered in complete darkness against the brightness of the sky. The background features a setting or rising sun on the horizon, giving the scene a stark contrast between the bright sun and the dark figures. The sun is partially obscured by some light clouds, adding texture to the sky. The overall mood is dramatic, created by the interplay of light and shadow.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-20

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting a silhouetted figure operating some kind of equipment or machinery against the backdrop of a hazy, dimly lit sky. The figure is positioned in the foreground, with the equipment or machinery taking up a significant portion of the frame. The overall scene has a moody, atmospheric quality, with the contrasting dark and light elements creating a sense of drama and mystery.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-20

The black and white image shows the silhouette of a person working on some kind of machinery or equipment, likely a helicopter or aircraft, at night or in low light conditions. The machinery has a long boom or arm extending out, and the person appears to be performing maintenance or repairs on it. The scene has an industrial or military feel to it, given the large scale of the equipment and the nighttime setting.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-20

This is a dramatic silhouette photograph showing what appears to be a helicopter mechanic or technician working on the tail rotor assembly of a helicopter. The image is backlit by a bright sun in a hazy or cloudy sky, creating a strong contrast between the dark silhouettes and the bright background. The helicopter's tail boom and rotor mechanism are clearly visible in the black silhouette, and you can see the figure working on the machinery. The atmospheric lighting gives the image a moody, artistic quality while documenting what appears to be routine aircraft maintenance work.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black and white photograph of a man working on a piece of machinery, possibly a helicopter or aircraft engine, with the sun shining brightly in the background.

  • The man is standing on the right side of the image, facing left, and appears to be wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt.
    • He is holding a tool in his right hand and appears to be working on the machinery.
    • The man's face is not visible due to the silhouette effect.
  • The machinery is large and complex, with various parts and components visible.
    • It appears to be some type of engine or transmission system.
    • The machinery is positioned on the right side of the image, with the man standing next to it.
  • The background of the image is a bright, sunny sky with a few clouds visible.
    • The sun is shining brightly, casting a warm glow over the entire scene.
    • The sky is a light gray color, with a few darker clouds scattered throughout.
  • Overall, the image suggests that the man is working on the machinery in a outdoor setting, possibly in a field or a hangar.
    • The bright sunlight and clear sky create a sense of warmth and optimism, while the complex machinery and the man's focused expression convey a sense of hard work and dedication.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a man working on a helicopter. The man is positioned on the right side of the image, facing left, and appears to be engaged in maintenance or repair activities. He is dressed in dark clothing and has short hair.

In the foreground, the helicopter's rotor blades are visible, extending from the top-left corner of the image towards the center. The blades are long and slender, with a rounded tip at the end. The helicopter itself is not fully visible, but its presence is implied by the rotor blades and the man's actions.

The background of the image features a cloudy sky with the sun shining through the clouds, creating a bright glow in the center of the image. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken during the daytime, possibly in a rural or outdoor setting.

The image appears to be a vintage photograph, given its black-and-white color scheme and the style of the helicopter. The exact date and location of the image are unknown, but it likely dates back to the mid-20th century. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a moment in time when helicopters were still a relatively new technology.

Amazon Nova

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

The image depicts a silhouetted scene of a person standing on a helicopter, with the focus on the individual's actions. The person is seen holding onto the helicopter's tail boom, which is positioned on the left side of the frame. The helicopter's tail rotor is visible, extending to the right, indicating that the aircraft is either in flight or preparing for takeoff.

The sky in the background is dark, with the moon prominently visible, adding a dramatic and somewhat eerie effect to the scene. The moon's bright light contrasts sharply with the dark surroundings, casting a soft glow on the helicopter and the person.

The individual's silhouette is well-defined, highlighting the shape and posture of the person. They appear to be in a position of readiness or action, suggesting a sense of urgency or focus on the task at hand. The background is relatively featureless, with minimal distractions, which helps to emphasize the central figures of the person and the helicopter.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of tension and anticipation, with the moonlight and the solitary figure creating a powerful visual narrative.

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

The image is a silhouette of a person working on a helicopter. The person is standing on the helicopter's tail boom and holding a tool in his right hand. The helicopter's rotor blades are visible, and the tail rotor is spinning. The sun is shining brightly behind the helicopter, casting a warm glow on the person and the aircraft. The sky is clear, and there are no clouds visible.

Google Gemini

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

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression

The image is a black and white photograph with a strong contrast, emphasizing the silhouettes of objects and figures against the bright sky.

Key Elements

  • Subject: The photograph's main subject is a helicopter. The image focuses on the rotor blades and the tail of the helicopter.
  • Silhouette: A person is working on the helicopter. The individual is silhouetted, making it impossible to see their facial features.
  • Background: The background is the sky. The sun is bright in the sky.
  • Tone: The lighting and the silhouetted figures give the image a dramatic and somewhat somber feel.

Composition

  • The composition is well-balanced. The helicopter parts frame the person in the center.
  • The placement of the sun in the background acts as a focal point, drawing the viewer's attention.

Let me know if you would like a more detailed analysis!

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

Here's a description of the image:

The black and white photograph shows the silhouette of a person working on a helicopter against the backdrop of a bright sun. The composition is striking due to the high contrast and silhouetted shapes.

The left side of the image is dominated by the dark, angled shape of the helicopter's tail. To the right of the tail, a person is positioned near the center of the frame. They appear to be working on or inspecting the central rotor assembly of the helicopter, which is a complex network of blades and mechanical components. The sun is positioned slightly above and behind the helicopter, creating a halo effect and adding to the dramatic lighting of the scene. The sky appears to be slightly cloudy, but the sun remains distinct and bright.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a scene onboard a ship, likely during wartime. The central focus is on a large naval gun, which is aimed at the sky. Two crew members are visible, silhouetted against a bright background, possibly the sun or moon obscured by clouds or smoke. One crew member is standing and appears to be operating or adjusting the gun, while the other is seated. The overall mood of the image is somber and dramatic, emphasizing the silhouettes and the contrast between light and shadow. The photograph captures a moment of preparation or action, highlighting the crew's engagement with the naval artillery.

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