Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Hawk missile and unfurled nets in Nha Trang harbor, 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, 2007.184.2.277.3

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (Hawk missile and unfurled nets in Nha Trang harbor, 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, 2007.184.2.277.3

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-09

Human 99.7
Person 99.7
Person 99.4
Missile 97.7
Transportation 97.7
Vehicle 97.7
Rocket 97.7
Airplane 92.6
Aircraft 92.6
Launch 56.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-09

people 99.2
vehicle 97
one 96.9
aircraft 96.1
adult 96
no person 95.4
group 95
wear 94.2
man 93.8
two 91.7
transportation system 89.7
group together 88.9
airplane 88.8
music 87.5
monochrome 87.5
recreation 85.5
watercraft 85.5
travel 84.8
military 82.9
light 82.5

Imagga
created on 2019-08-09

shuttlecock 42.4
radio telescope 33.1
astronomical telescope 26.5
aircraft 25.4
travel 23.9
sky 22.9
wing 21.6
quill 21.4
telescope 19.8
air 19.3
airplane 18.5
pen 18.4
fly 17.7
flight 17.3
flying 17
transportation 15.2
sea 14.8
water 14.7
plane 14.5
jet 13.7
missile 13.5
vehicle 13.5
magnifier 13.2
craft 12.7
ocean 12.4
writing implement 12.3
airship 12.2
light 12.2
horizon 11.7
boat 11.7
tourism 11.5
vacation 11.5
sun 11.3
transport 11
rocket 10.8
weapon 10.7
sport 10.7
landscape 10.4
cloud 10.3
clouds 10.1
aviation 9.8
wings 9.6
color 9.5
journey 9.4
beach 9.4
sand 9.1
sunset 9
outdoors 9
conveyance 8.9
instrument 8.7
engine 8.7
space 8.5
business 8.5
black 8.4
evening 8.4
horizontal 8.4
sailing 7.8
traveling 7.7
space shuttle 7.7
summer 7.7
trip 7.5
pattern 7.5
bird 7.4
man 7.4
speed 7.3
structure 7.3
morning 7.2
spacecraft 7.2
coast 7.2
day 7.1

Google
created on 2019-08-09

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-09

airplane 98.1
aircraft 97.3
vehicle 68.1
ship 56.8

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Airplane
Person 99.7%
Person 99.4%
Airplane 92.6%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-20

a photograph of a group of people standing around a large model of a rocket rocket -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This is a high-contrast negative image. It features two tall missile-like structures mounted on a platform, possibly military-grade weaponry or rockets. In the foreground are two standing human figures, positioned side-by-side. They're on what appears to be a rooftop, surrounded by industrial or mechanical elements, suggesting a military or observational context. The background is almost entirely black, with faint, inverted white outlines of objects that could represent aircraft or streaking lights in the sky. The overall mood is a stark and eerie visual representation due to the reversed tonal contrast.

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

The image appears to be a negative, which is a photographic image that displays inverted colors and tones. In this particular negative, two people are standing on a rooftop or similar elevated surface. They are gazing towards a large weapon system that resembles a missile launcher with two prominent missiles pointing upwards into the sky.

The background is dark, indicating nighttime or a highly contrasted backdrop commonly seen in negative images. There are several other faint outlines in the sky that could represent clouds or distant objects, but their details are indistinct due to the nature of the negative. The foreground contains a structure, possibly a platform or railing, with a star symbol visible on it, which suggests military or defense associations. The stark contrast and silhouetted figures create a dramatic and intense atmosphere in the image.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph depicting a futuristic, sci-fi-like scene. In the foreground, there are two silhouetted figures standing on what seems to be a platform or structure. In the background, there are several large, angular structures that resemble rocket or spacecraft components. The overall atmosphere of the image is dark and ominous, with a sense of mystery and anticipation.

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

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a military missile or rocket installation. In the foreground, there are two silhouetted figures standing near what looks like surface-to-air missiles mounted on a platform or launcher. The missiles appear to be pointed upward at an angle against a dark background. The image has a stark, high-contrast quality typical of military photography from an earlier era, possibly from the Cold War period. The silhouettes of the people provide scale, showing just how large these weapons systems were. There's a somewhat ominous quality to the composition, with the sharp angles of the missiles contrasting against the human forms.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of two men standing in front of a missile launcher, with the missile itself visible in the foreground. The missile is positioned at an angle, pointing towards the left side of the image, and appears to be in motion, as indicated by the trail of smoke or fire emanating from its rear.

The two men are standing on a platform or base, which is likely part of the missile launcher. They are both wearing military uniforms and appear to be engaged in some sort of activity related to the missile. The background of the image is dark, suggesting that it was taken at night or in a low-light environment.

Overall, the image suggests that it was taken during a military operation or exercise, possibly involving the launch of a missile. The presence of the two men and the missile launcher implies a sense of urgency and importance, and the dark background adds to the dramatic and intense atmosphere of the scene.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of two men standing in front of a large military vehicle, with a dark sky and several objects visible in the background. The vehicle appears to be a missile launcher, with two missiles attached to it. The men are wearing casual clothing and are facing away from the camera, looking towards the vehicle.

The background of the image is dark, with several objects visible in the distance. These objects appear to be other military vehicles or equipment, but they are not clearly defined due to the low light conditions. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken at night, possibly during a military operation or training exercise.

The image has a grainy texture, suggesting that it may have been taken using an older camera or film stock. The black-and-white color scheme adds to the overall sense of nostalgia and historical significance, implying that the image may have been taken during a past conflict or era. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a moment in time, capturing the intensity and focus of the men as they prepare for a military operation.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting two individuals standing in front of a missile or rocket launcher. The scene appears to be set in a military or defense-related environment, possibly during a nighttime operation or display. The missile launcher is prominently featured in the foreground, with its distinctive shape and design visible. The two individuals are standing close together, and one of them is holding a lamp or flashlight, casting a light on the missile launcher and the surrounding area. In the background, there are silhouettes of other military equipment or structures, suggesting a larger military installation or facility. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of tension and readiness, with the missile launcher and the individuals' postures conveying a sense of vigilance and preparedness.

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

The image is in black and white. It is a photo of two people standing next to each other in front of a missile. They are wearing uniforms. The missile is large and has three rockets attached to it. The people are standing in front of a structure that has a star symbol on it. There are some other structures in the background.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-29

Certainly! Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white, somewhat grainy photograph with a distinct negative effect, making light areas appear dark and vice versa. It depicts a military scene, potentially a missile launch or a setup.

Elements & Composition:

  • Missiles: The central focus is a large launcher holding two or three missiles, likely surface-to-air missiles. They are positioned in a way suggesting they are ready for launch. The launcher is mounted on a mobile base.
  • Soldiers: Two soldiers are standing in front of the missiles, facing towards the viewer. They are in uniform, likely indicating military personnel.
  • Environment: The background is predominantly dark, suggesting a nighttime scene. There is an indication of a launching trail or light in the sky and some structures and a possible object on a post near the soldiers.
  • Atmosphere: The overall mood is serious, hinting at military activity or a significant event.

Technical Aspects:

  • The image has the appearance of an older photograph, possibly from the mid-20th century, due to its film grain and tonal range.

In summary, the photograph likely captures a moment related to military operations, specifically the potential launch of surface-to-air missiles, with the presence of soldiers further emphasizing the military context.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-29

The image is a negative or inverted image, with light areas appearing dark and vice versa. The main subject appears to be a missile launcher with two missiles mounted on top, angled upwards. A five-pointed star is visible on the side of the launcher.

In the foreground, two figures stand side by side. They seem to be wearing uniform-like clothing, possibly military, with hats. Their features are not very distinct due to the image inversion, but they appear to be men.

In the background, there are some indistinct objects or structures, and what looks like a launch trail is visible going into the sky. The overall impression is one of a military display or a staged photo with the missile launcher as the central element. The inverted colors give the image a somewhat surreal or unsettling quality.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image appears to be an infrared or thermal photograph, which captures heat signatures rather than visible light. Here’s a detailed summary:

  1. Aircraft: The central focus of the image is a military aircraft. The aircraft has a sleek, angular design typical of modern fighter jets. It appears to be positioned on a ramp or display platform.

  2. People: There are two individuals standing near the aircraft. They are wearing what looks like military uniforms, including hats. Their presence suggests they might be personnel associated with the aircraft, possibly pilots or ground crew.

  3. Background: The background is relatively dark, which is typical in infrared images where cooler objects do not emit as much heat. There are some faint, blurry shapes in the sky, which could be other aircraft or objects, but they are not clearly defined.

  4. Foreground: The foreground includes some structures or barriers, possibly for crowd control or safety, indicating that this might be a display or exhibition setting.

  5. Lighting: There is a bright spot near the individuals, which could be a light source or a reflection, adding contrast to the scene.

Overall, the image captures a military aircraft and personnel in an infrared spectrum, likely at an airshow or military base. The use of infrared imaging highlights the heat signatures, giving the scene a unique and somewhat ethereal appearance.