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, 2007.184.2.278.3

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, 2007.184.2.278.3

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-08-09

Aircraft 93.9
Transportation 93.9
Vehicle 93.9
Human 75.7
Rocket 62.6
Missile 59
Animal 55.9
Fish 55.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-08-09

no person 94
aircraft 93.6
people 93.6
vehicle 93.1
monochrome 87.7
art 86.6
retro 86.5
abstract 86.1
wear 85.2
airplane 84.8
military 83.9
group 81.9
war 80.4
desktop 79.6
illustration 77.9
texture 77.9
paper 77.6
design 76.8
silhouette 76.4
one 73.5

Imagga
created on 2019-08-09

negative 25.2
airplane 23.3
film 22.5
light 22
flight 20.1
air 17.5
plane 17.4
travel 16.9
wing 16.8
aircraft 16.8
photographic paper 16.6
jet 16.4
sky 15.9
fly 14.9
design 14.6
wallpaper 14.5
lines 14.4
black 14
modern 14
texture 13.9
art 13.8
flying 13.2
space 13.2
pattern 13
digital 13
business 12.7
transportation 12.5
color 11.7
photographic equipment 11.1
fractal 11
graphic 10.9
futuristic 10.8
curve 10.5
paper 9.7
technology 9.6
web 9.6
device 9.6
3d 9.3
shape 8.9
aviation 8.8
symbol 8.7
artistic 8.7
high 8.7
card 8.5
tourism 8.2
transport 8.2
style 8.2
fantasy 8.1
conceptual 7.9
render 7.8
power 7.5
sign 7.5
star 7.4
backdrop 7.4
generated 7.4
vacation 7.4
holiday 7.2
bright 7.1
concepts 7.1
creative 7.1
surface 7.1

Google
created on 2019-08-09

Vehicle 62.2
Airplane 50.7

Microsoft
created on 2019-08-09

text 97.9
airplane 96.9
aircraft 93.5
fish 83.2
fin 57.9

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Airplane
Person

Clarifai

Person
Airplane
Human head

AWS Rekognition

Airplane 93.9%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-08-09

interior objects 40.1%
paintings art 31.9%
food drinks 10.2%
text visuals 7.3%
streetview architecture 5%
nature landscape 2.6%
events parties 1.2%

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-11

aircraft model and other aircraft model.

Salesforce

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

a photograph of a group of people standing around a large group of missiles

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-07

This is a black-and-white negative image, creating a striking inverted effect. It appears to depict military-related objects and personnel. In the foreground, there are two large missiles or rockets mounted on launchers, with their distinctive pointed tips visible. Next to the launchers stand two uniformed individuals, whose white silhouettes contrast sharply against the dark background. In the upper section of the image, several faintly glowing canopy or net-like structures are suspended, giving an ethereal and semi-transparent appearance. Additionally, there are a few airborne elements in the sky, such as an aircraft or flying objects, which are faintly visible due to the negative effect. The scene might represent a military setup, possibly involving anti-aircraft defense systems or missiles, seen through an unusual photographic treatment or format.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-07

The image appears to be a photographic negative, which means the colors and shades are inverted from their normal appearance. In this negative image, we can see the silhouette of two large missiles on a launcher or a piece of military equipment at the bottom left. To the right of the missiles, there are two figures that appear to be standing, likely soldiers or military personnel. Their outlines are clear against the darker background.

In the sky above, several objects are visible. These seem to be aircraft or possibly missiles in flight. The shapes appear as light areas against the dark sky, indicating they are most likely airborne. The photograph contains several hammock-like shapes in the top half, but due to the nature of a negative, it's difficult to determine exactly what these represent in positive space.

The overall composition suggests a military theme, with the presence of large missiles and uniformed figures. The image may capture a scene of missile display or deployment, possibly during a parade, drill, or military exercise, as suggested by the arrangement of objects and figures.

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 depicting a surreal, dreamlike scene. In the foreground, there are two silhouetted human figures standing on a surface, possibly a platform or stage. Above them, the sky is filled with strange, abstract shapes that resemble floating, translucent objects or structures. The overall atmosphere of the image is mysterious and evocative, creating a sense of wonder and imagination.

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

This appears to be a historical black and white photograph showing what looks like searchlights or anti-aircraft lights beaming into the dark night sky. In the foreground, there are silhouettes of figures against the bright beams of light. The image has a dramatic contrast between the bright white lights and the dark background. Above the searchlight beams, there appear to be some curved or arc-shaped forms in the sky. The overall composition suggests this might be from a military or defense operation, possibly during World War II when searchlights were commonly used to spot enemy aircraft.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black and white photograph of a model of a military base, featuring a large model of a missile, a model of a plane, and several tents. The image appears to be a blueprint or architectural drawing of a military base, with the missile and plane models likely representing the base's defenses and aircraft capabilities.

The image is in black and white, which may indicate that it is an older photograph or a drawing. The models are detailed and appear to be made of plastic or other materials. The tents are arranged in a neat and organized manner, suggesting that the base is well-maintained and functional.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the design and layout of a military base, highlighting its defensive capabilities and infrastructure.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

This image is a black-and-white photograph of two individuals standing in front of a large, pointed object. The object appears to be a missile or rocket, with its nose cone pointing upwards and its fins extending from the rear. The two individuals are positioned in front of the object, facing away from the camera. They are wearing uniforms and hats, suggesting that they may be military personnel or technicians.

In the background, there are several other objects visible, including what appears to be a large net or canopy suspended from the ceiling. There are also several other structures and equipment visible, but they are not clearly defined.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken in a military or industrial setting, possibly during a test or launch of the missile or rocket. The presence of the two individuals in uniforms and the large net or canopy in the background adds to this impression.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a military scene. The photograph features two individuals standing near a large missile, which is positioned on the ground. The missile has a streamlined, aerodynamic shape with a pointed nose and a large, finned tail. The two individuals are wearing hats and appear to be in uniform, suggesting they are military personnel. They are standing close to each other, possibly engaged in a conversation or observing the missile. In the background, there is a body of water with several objects floating on it. These objects appear to be small boats or rafts, and they are scattered across the water. The water is calm, with no visible waves or ripples. The overall scene conveys a sense of military readiness and preparation, with the missile and the personnel standing by, ready for action.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a military setting with two individuals standing in front of a missile. The missile is prominently displayed, with its sharp, pointed tip and cylindrical body, suggesting it is a rocket or missile. The individuals are standing close to the missile, with one of them holding a gun, indicating a sense of readiness or vigilance. The background of the image is dark and blurry, with several boats and structures visible, suggesting a military base or installation.

Google Gemini

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

Here is a description of the image:

The image is an inverted black and white photograph featuring a juxtaposition of seemingly unrelated elements. In the upper portion, there are several large fishing nets suspended over a body of water, resembling a serene scene. In the middle of the image, there is a boat and a few people, which are faintly visible.

In stark contrast, the lower part of the image features the silhouettes of two large missiles. Adjacent to the missiles are two human figures, also in silhouette, who could be military personnel.

The contrast between the peaceful fishing scene and the imposing military equipment creates a compelling visual dichotomy. The image has a high contrast with bright white elements against a dark background. The overall effect is one of symbolic tension, possibly representing the clash between peace and conflict, or the integration of traditional practices with modern technologies.

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

The grayscale image appears to be a composite or montage of several different scenes. In the foreground, two missile-like objects are prominently displayed, seemingly mounted on a launching system. To the right of these missiles are two figures, possibly soldiers, standing side by side, their silhouettes facing the viewer.

In the background, there's a body of water with several fishing nets suspended above the surface, supported by poles. There's also a small boat or raft visible in the water.

The image has a somewhat aged or distressed appearance, adding to its mysterious and evocative quality.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-24

The image appears to be an infrared or thermal photograph taken at night. Here are the details observed in the image:

  1. Foreground:

    • Two figures are visible, likely people, standing on what seems to be a rooftop or elevated platform. They are facing away from the camera, looking towards the horizon.
    • The figures are wearing hats and coats, suggesting cold weather.
  2. Background:

    • The sky is filled with numerous parachutes, which are likely attached to objects being dropped from aircraft.
    • The parachutes are distributed across the sky, indicating a large-scale operation.
    • There is a faint outline of an aircraft in the sky, suggesting it is involved in the parachute drop.
    • Another object, possibly a building or structure, is visible in the distance, with a faint outline.
  3. Lighting and Atmosphere:

    • The image is monochromatic, with varying shades of gray, typical of infrared or thermal imaging.
    • The overall scene is dark, indicating it is nighttime.

This image likely depicts a military or emergency operation involving airdrops, possibly for supplies or equipment, during nighttime conditions. The presence of the two figures suggests observation or coordination of the operation.

Qwen

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