Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (helicopters flying over open field and paddies, 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, 2007.184.2.388.5

Human Generated Data

Title

Untitled (helicopters flying over open field and paddies, 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, 2007.184.2.388.5

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2023-10-25

Outdoors 99.9
Nature 99.7
Countryside 98.6
Field 93.8
Rural 92.7
Aerial View 88
Farm 85.1
Soil 78.1
Land 57.8
Agriculture 55.8

Clarifai
created on 2018-10-07

no person 99
texture 96.7
wall 94.4
abstract 92.6
dirty 92.6
rough 92.3
old 91.4
vintage 90
retro 89.9
pattern 89.7
road 89.5
rock 89.4
expression 89.4
stone 88.8
dark 88.7
landscape 88.5
fabric 88.4
urban 88
desktop 87.7
construction 87.4

Imagga
created on 2018-10-07

sand 42.8
texture 37.6
surface 37.1
pattern 33.5
stone 33.3
wall 29.2
rough 29.2
material 27.9
soil 26.5
grunge 24.7
textured 24.6
old 24.4
gray 24.4
structure 24.2
asphalt 23.3
street 23
road 21.7
concrete 21.1
dirty 20.8
earth 20.5
rock 19.1
close 18.9
construction 18.8
cement 18.7
sidewalk 17.8
brick 17.8
crater 17.4
detail 16.9
weathered 16.2
geological formation 16.1
wallpaper 16.1
backdrop 14.9
pavement 14.7
cracked 13.6
closeup 13.5
black 13.5
dark 13.4
urban 13.1
water 12.7
natural depression 12.4
vintage 12.4
design 12.4
backgrounds 12.2
step 11.8
aged 11.8
stucco 11.2
paint 10.9
ground 10.7
damaged 10.5
architecture 10.2
driveway 10
retro 9.8
device 9.7
landscape 9.7
support 9.6
antique 9.5
floor 9.3
city 9.2
outdoors 9
bricks 8.8
line 8.8
building 8.7
ancient 8.7
obsolete 8.6
worn 8.6
mountain 8.6
traffic 8.6
travel 8.5
ascent 8.4
fountain 8.2
brown 8.1
natural 8
ocean 7.8
color 7.8
beach 7.8
summer 7.7
chalk 7.6
grungy 7.6
sign 7.5
solid 7.5
transportation 7.2
drawing chalk 7.2

Google
created on 2018-10-07

Microsoft
created on 2018-10-07

outdoor 88.6
nature 66.2
old 42.8

Color Analysis

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-10-07

a close up of an old building 50%
a close up of a brick building 37.1%
a river running through a city 32.3%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a black and white photo of a cat sitting on a bench -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This aerial image appears to show a landscape with a rural environment; however, the photograph is in black and white with inverted contrast (negative). The image includes rectangular patches of land that look like fields or enclosures, segmented by what appear to be fences or paths. Scattered trees and vegetation are visible across the image, suggesting a natural setting.

In the upper portion of the landscape, there are several indistinct structures or vehicles that resemble airplanes or aircraft wreckage, possibly military helicopters or planes. Some darker areas, which might represent shadows or burned patches, are spread throughout the fields. The presence of a bright area in the top-right corner of the image might be from light overexposure or an explosion.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image shows an aerial view of a landscape featuring several agricultural fields or paddocks separated by hedges or lines of trees. The scene appears to be within or adjacent to a forested area with dense tree cover visible at the top. Three runways or airstrips are visible, and there are small aircraft parked on them. Various shades of gray suggest this is a black and white image, possibly taken from a historical context, illustrating a rural airfield in a natural setting. There's an area in the upper right where the image appears washed out or overexposed, which could be sunlight or photographic artifact.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts a black and white aerial photograph of a landscape with trees, fields, and a road. The image is oriented with the top pointing towards the northwest, and the sun's rays are visible in the upper-right corner, suggesting that the photo was taken during the daytime.

The landscape features a mix of fields and trees, with several roads and paths crisscrossing the area. The fields appear to be rectangular in shape, with some of them containing small structures or buildings. The trees are scattered throughout the landscape, with some forming dense clusters and others standing alone.

In the background, there are hills or mountains visible, which add depth and texture to the image. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of serenity and tranquility, with the peaceful landscape evoking a sense of calmness.

The image appears to be a historical photograph, possibly taken in the early 20th century, given the style and quality of the image. The lack of color and the grainy texture suggest that the image was taken using an older camera or film technology. Despite the age of the image, it remains a captivating and evocative representation of the natural world.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image appears to be an aerial photograph of a landscape, likely taken from a plane or drone. The image is in black and white, which suggests it may have been taken for scientific or surveillance purposes.

Upon closer inspection, the image reveals several features that are worth noting:

  • Trees and Vegetation: The image shows a mix of trees and other vegetation, with some areas appearing more densely forested than others. The trees appear to be deciduous, with some showing signs of leaf loss or damage.
  • Fields and Clearings: There are several fields and clearings visible in the image, which may be used for agriculture or other purposes. Some of these areas appear to be cultivated, while others appear to be natural clearings.
  • Water Features: There are several water features visible in the image, including what appears to be a river or stream running through the center of the image. There are also several smaller ponds or lakes scattered throughout the landscape.
  • Roads and Trails: There are several roads and trails visible in the image, which may be used for transportation or recreation. Some of these roads appear to be paved, while others appear to be dirt or gravel.
  • Buildings and Structures: There are several buildings and structures visible in the image, including what appears to be a farmhouse or other rural dwelling. There are also several outbuildings, such as barns or sheds, scattered throughout the landscape.

Overall, the image provides a detailed view of a rural landscape, with a mix of natural and human-made features. It is likely that the image was taken for scientific or surveillance purposes, such as monitoring land use or tracking environmental changes.

Amazon Nova

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

The black-and-white aerial photograph shows a landscape with several distinct features. In the foreground, there is a large, rectangular area that appears to be a field or a farm. The field is divided into smaller sections by narrow paths or roads. The field is surrounded by a dense forest, which is visible as a darker, more textured area in the background. In the upper right corner of the image, there is a bright, almost glowing area, possibly indicating a source of light or a reflection.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a landscape taken from a high altitude. The image shows a vast, open area with a mix of vegetation and what appears to be agricultural fields. The fields are divided by hedgerows or rows of trees, creating a patchwork pattern across the landscape. The vegetation varies in density, with some areas appearing more lush and others more sparse. In the top right corner of the image, there is a bright, white light emanating from what seems to be a cloud or a lens flare. The overall impression is of a rural or semi-rural area, possibly farmland or a countryside landscape.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-12

Here's a description of the image:

The image appears to be an aerial, black-and-white photograph of a landscape. It shows a series of fields, possibly farmland or meadows, separated by rows of trees or hedges. Some of the fields seem to have standing water or darker patches within them. At the top of the frame, there's a dense area of trees, suggesting a forest or a wooded area bordering the fields. There's a bright area in the upper right corner, possibly from a light leak or overexposure. The overall tonality of the image is somewhat inverted or negative-like, with brighter areas where shadows would typically be. In some fields are some Helicopters.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-12

Here's a description of the image:

The image is an aerial shot, likely taken from a high vantage point, possibly an aircraft. It's a black and white photograph, giving it a vintage or perhaps historical feel.

Key elements:

  • Landscape: The scene depicts a landscape that appears to be a cultivated or agricultural area. There are rectangular fields or plots separated by what appear to be narrow treelines or hedgerows.
  • Vegetation: Dense forest or a large area of trees border the top of the frame. The fields themselves seem to be grassy or low-lying vegetation. The treelines/hedgerows are interspersed with trees.
  • Shadows and Light: The image has strong contrasts in light and shadow, which helps to define the shapes of the fields and vegetation. The highlights may represent areas of bright sunlight, while darker areas could be shaded or partially obscured.
  • Possible aircrafts The crop images show a few aircrafts, which possibly are helicopters.

Overall Impression:

The photograph conveys a sense of orderliness and human intervention in the landscape. It might be a documentation of agricultural practices, or a view of the countryside.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image appears to be an aerial photograph of a rural landscape, likely taken from a significant height. The photograph is in black and white, which suggests it might be historical.

Key features of the image include:

  1. Forest Areas: The top portion of the image is densely forested, with a mix of trees and vegetation. The forest appears to be thick and continuous.

  2. Open Fields: Below the forested area, there are large open fields. These fields are mostly clear, with some patches of vegetation and possibly some agricultural activity.

  3. Structures: There are several linear structures visible in the fields, which could be roads, paths, or possibly drainage ditches. These structures create distinct lines across the landscape.

  4. Water Bodies: There are a few darker areas that might be small ponds or wetlands, particularly noticeable in the upper middle part of the image.

  5. Clearings: There are multiple clearings within the forested area, which could be natural or man-made.

  6. Lighting: The lighting in the image suggests it might be early morning or late afternoon, as there are shadows cast across the landscape.

Overall, the image captures a mix of natural and possibly man-made features in a rural setting, with a clear distinction between forested and open field areas.