Human Generated Data

Title

[New York City]

Date

Late 1930's-Early 1940's

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.607.4

Copyright

© Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn

Human Generated Data

Title

[New York City]

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Date

Late 1930's-Early 1940's

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.607.4

Copyright

© Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-20

Nature 99.8
Outdoors 99.5
Night 95.8
Tower 87.6
Steeple 87.6
Building 87.6
Architecture 87.6
Spire 87.6
Urban 85.4
Outer Space 84.1
Astronomy 84.1
Universe 84.1
Moon 84.1
Space 84.1
Town 83.9
City 83.9
Metropolis 83.9
Lighting 78
High Rise 77
Office Building 73.3
Full Moon 57.9

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-20

city 99.7
architecture 99.4
monochrome 98.6
building 98.4
street 98.2
skyscraper 98.2
light 98.2
tower 97.8
no person 97
urban 97
cityscape 96.4
travel 95.7
silhouette 95.3
dark 94.9
window 94.5
skyline 94.5
downtown 94.3
reflection 94.2
people 92.2
shadow 91.6

Imagga
created on 2019-11-20

skyscraper 100
city 68.2
architecture 58.6
building 58
skyline 48.5
urban 46.4
cityscape 45.5
tower 43.9
office 40.5
downtown 39.4
buildings 37.8
tall 36.8
skyscrapers 36.2
modern 35.8
sky 32.8
business 31
high 28.6
district 26.2
night 25.8
structure 25.6
corporate 24.9
glass 24.9
new 24.3
landmark 23.5
financial 22.3
construction 20.6
finance 19.4
reflection 18.7
window 17.8
scene 17.3
travel 16.9
exterior 16.6
windows 16.3
towers 15.7
steel 15
town 14.9
bridge 13.7
dusk 13.4
metropolitan 13
center 13
street 12.9
futuristic 12.6
apartment 12.5
design 12.4
minaret 12.3
famous 12.1
work 11.8
cities 11.8
rise 11.7
sunset 11.7
state 11.5
offices 10.8
metropolis 10.8
light 10.7
river 10.7
perspective 10.4
landscape 9.7
commercial 9.4
commerce 9.3
tourism 9.1
tourist 9.1
black 9
high rise 8.9
empire 8.8
scenic 8.8
aerial 8.7
property 8.7
angle 8.7
mirror 8.6
united 8.6
china 8.5
evening 8.4
place 8.4
lights 8.4
sun 8
cloud 7.8
built 7.7
facade 7.7
architectural 7.7
concrete 7.7
outdoor 7.7
panorama 7.6
dark 7.5
technology 7.4

Google
created on 2019-11-20

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-20

skyscraper 98.7
building 95.9
sky 95.2
tower 94.1
city 81.4
night 76.9
text 75.3
black and white 73.7
dark 69

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Skyscraper
Window
Tower

Clarifai

Skyscraper 61.1%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 55.5%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 43.4%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 35.6%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 35.2%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 35.1%

Clarifai

Skyscraper 33.6%

Clarifai

Window 55.8%

Clarifai

Window 47.9%

Clarifai

Window 43.6%

Clarifai

Window 42.1%

Clarifai

Window 40.7%

Clarifai

Window 40.6%

Clarifai

Window 35.6%

Clarifai

Tower 46.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-20

streetview architecture 48.5%
text visuals 16.5%
paintings art 15.9%
events parties 6.3%
interior objects 5.7%
nature landscape 2.1%
food drinks 1.7%
cars vehicles 1.1%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-20

a tall building 69.6%
a tall building in a city 69.5%
a close up of a tall building 69.4%

Clarifai

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

a view of the skyline at night.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-27

a photograph of a clock tower in the middle of a city

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-12

This is a black-and-white photograph of a cityscape at night, featuring tall buildings and a dark sky. The image prominently displays high-rise structures with windows barely visible due to the lighting. On the right side, a rooftop sign reads "Hotel Elysee" and "Monkey Bar," hinting at a notable location. Additionally, a classic building with an ornate tower can be seen adjacent to the sign. The contrast between the dark background and the illuminated edges gives the image a dramatic, moody feel.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-12

The image depicts a cityscape at night with tall buildings silhouetted against a dark sky. The photograph appears to be a black and white or a negative image, which creates a high-contrast effect with the sky being completely black and the buildings outlined in stark contrast. In the image, multiple buildings are visible, some with distinct architectural features. Notably, one building has a sign on top that reads "HOTEL ELYSEE" and below it, "MONKEY BAR," suggesting a known location. The left side of the image has a cluster of skyscrapers, while a more distinct tower with a smaller spire can be seen on the right. The dark, shadowy portrayal gives the scene a dramatic and moody atmosphere.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image shows a nighttime cityscape with a number of tall, dark skyscrapers and buildings. The buildings are silhouetted against the dark sky, creating a dramatic and moody atmosphere. There are some illuminated signs or billboards visible, adding a touch of light to the otherwise dark scene. The overall impression is one of a bustling, urban environment at night.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-15

This is a black and white nighttime photograph of city buildings, likely in New York City. The image shows several tall buildings and skyscrapers silhouetted against a dark sky. One can make out the "HOTEL ELYSEE" sign on one of the buildings. The architecture appears to be from the mid-20th century, with the characteristic Art Deco style of that era visible in some of the buildings' designs. The contrast between the dark sky and the lit windows of the buildings creates a dramatic, film noir-like atmosphere. The composition emphasizes the vertical lines and imposing height of the urban architecture.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a cityscape at night, with a prominent hotel sign in the center. The scene is set against a dark sky, and the buildings are illuminated by windows and streetlights.

In the foreground, several tall buildings are visible, including one with a distinctive tower on the right side of the image. The building in the center features a large sign that reads "HOTEL ELYSEE" in bold letters, with additional text below it that is not fully legible. The sign appears to be attached to the roof of the building.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of urban activity and nightlife, with the bright lights and bustling streets suggesting a vibrant and dynamic city environment.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts a cityscape at night, with several buildings visible. The buildings are tall and densely packed, with many windows lit up. The sky is dark, suggesting that it is nighttime.

  • Buildings:
    • There are several buildings in the image, all of which are tall and densely packed.
    • Many of the windows are lit up, indicating that they are occupied.
    • The buildings appear to be a mix of residential and commercial structures.
  • Sky:
    • The sky is dark, suggesting that it is nighttime.
    • There are no visible stars or clouds in the sky.
  • Overall:
    • The image gives the impression of a bustling city at night, with many people going about their daily lives.
    • The dense packing of the buildings and the number of lit-up windows suggest that the city is densely populated.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a cityscape at night. It captures a cluster of tall buildings, each with distinct architectural features, rising against a dark sky. The buildings vary in height and design, with some featuring classic, old-fashioned architecture while others have more modern, sleek lines. The tallest building in the center has a distinctive design with a tower-like structure on top, possibly a clock tower. The building on the right side has a sign that reads "Hotel Elysee" and "Money Bar," indicating its name and one of its facilities. The photograph showcases the contrast between the illuminated windows and the dark surroundings, highlighting the verticality and density of the urban environment.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-04

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a cityscape at night. The photo is taken from a low angle, capturing the towering buildings that dominate the skyline. The buildings are tall and have many windows, suggesting that they are commercial or residential skyscrapers. The buildings are closely packed together, creating a dense urban environment. The image is in black and white, which adds to the dramatic effect of the night sky and the towering buildings.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-11

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:
The image is a black and white, high-contrast photograph of a city skyline at night. The buildings are silhouetted against a very dark sky, with the only light sources being from windows and signs. The overall mood is somber and dramatic.

Key Elements:

  • Buildings: A collection of tall buildings dominates the scene. The tallest building is in the center, and it appears to be a skyscraper. Other buildings surround it, of varying heights and styles, indicating the architectural diversity of the city.
  • Hotel Elysée Sign: On the right, you can see a sign that says "Hotel Elysée" along with a sign for "Monkey Bar."
  • Lighting: The image is defined by the interplay of light and shadow. Light from the windows and signs contrast with the darkness of the night and create a sense of depth and dimension.

Composition:
The composition is slightly angled, looking up at the buildings. The buildings are clustered together.

Overall Tone and Style:
The style of the image has a timeless, film-noir feel.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-11

Here is a description of the image:

The black and white photograph shows a nighttime cityscape, dominated by tall buildings. The image is characterized by high contrast, with dark skies and sharply defined architectural details.

On the right side of the frame, a building is identified by a sign reading "Hotel Elysee". Below this is another sign advertising "Monkey Bar". The building also features a distinctive tower with a small dome.

The composition emphasizes the towering height of the buildings, creating a sense of urban density. The image has a stark, classic feel, reminiscent of mid-20th century urban photography.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an urban cityscape at night, captured in black and white. The scene features tall buildings with numerous windows, characteristic of a metropolitan area. The buildings vary in architectural styles, with some having a more modern appearance and others showcasing older, more ornate designs.

One of the buildings prominently displays a sign that reads "HOTEL ELYSEE," indicating the presence of a hotel in the vicinity. The sign also includes additional text that is not entirely legible in the image. The overall atmosphere is dark and moody, with the buildings silhouetted against the night sky, creating a sense of depth and contrast. The lighting is minimal, emphasizing the shadows and the structural details of the buildings.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

ELYSEE
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monv
HOTEL
BAR

Google

0KEY BAR 1 RRR
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BAR
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