Human Generated Data

Title

[Ferry in San Francisco Bay, California]

Date

1936-1937

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.584.12

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

[Ferry in San Francisco Bay, California]

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Date

1936-1937

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.584.12

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-20

Nature 96.7
Vehicle 96.5
Watercraft 96.5
Vessel 96.5
Transportation 96.5
Outdoors 96.3
Boat 88.8
Ferry 88.3
Barge 83.3
Night 80.5
Astronomy 78.5
Universe 76.1
Outer Space 76.1
Space 76.1
Weather 72
Moon 67.5
Plant 64.4
Tree 64.4
Ship 63.4
Full Moon 56.3

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-20

beach 99.6
monochrome 99.2
sea 98.8
ocean 98.6
people 98.6
landscape 98
water 96.9
black and white 96.7
seashore 96.5
lake 95.6
light 95.3
sunset 93.4
desert 93.4
dawn 93.1
seascape 92.6
river 92.1
vehicle 91.5
winter 90.9
silhouetted 90.6
silhouette 90.2

Imagga
created on 2019-11-20

landscape 43.9
sky 38.8
mountain 35.7
water 33.4
mountains 29.7
sea 27.1
ocean 24.8
clouds 23.7
travel 23.3
scenic 22.9
lake 22.2
scenery 21.7
sunset 21.6
beach 20.7
snow 20.3
cloud 19.8
sun 19.8
rock 19.1
range 18.4
sunrise 17.8
trees 17.8
tree 17.8
summer 17.4
coast 17.1
sand 16.9
structure 16.9
peak 16.4
star 15.9
ship 15.7
outdoors 15.7
park 15.7
shore 15
forest 14.8
island 14.7
horizon 14.4
yurt 14.4
celestial body 14.3
river 13.5
rural 13.2
national 12.7
building 12.6
tourism 12.4
outdoor 12.3
hill 12.2
wilderness 11.9
dwelling 11.6
natural 11.4
waves 11.2
geological formation 11.1
barn 11.1
winter 11.1
environment 10.7
vacation 10.7
dusk 10.5
scene 10.4
wave 10.4
cold 10.3
basin 10.1
land 10
color 10
landscapes 9.8
coastline 9.4
dark 9.2
peaceful 9.2
calm 9.2
housing 8.9
rocky 8.7
house 8.4
plants 8.4
reflection 8.3
countryside 8.2
morning 8.2
sunlight 8
geology 7.8
sunny 7.8
fog 7.7
bay 7.7
vessel 7.7
stone 7.6
rocks 7.5
soil 7.5
ice 7.5
evening 7.5
boat 7.5
farm building 7.4
light 7.4
cliff 7.3
tourist 7.3
weather 7.3
shelter 7.2
holiday 7.2
grass 7.1
seaside 7.1

Google
created on 2019-11-20

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-20

ship 98
text 91.7
water 89.1
outdoor 89.1
watercraft 87.4
boat 87.3
snow 59.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

No features identified

Clarifai

Boat

Clarifai

Boat 89.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-11-20

nature landscape 32.7%
events parties 31.6%
text visuals 21.2%
streetview architecture 4.7%
paintings art 2.2%
beaches seaside 1.9%
interior objects 1.7%
food drinks 1.2%

Captions

Clarifai

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

a boat in the dark.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-21

a photograph of a boat in the water with a clock tower in the background

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-09

This image appears to be a negative photograph featuring a steamship on water, with mountainous terrain in the background. The ship has a visible smokestack emitting smoke and a sign on its side with the text "PACIFIC CANADA." The sky is dark, consistent with the inversion of colors in a photographic negative. The texture of the water and the outlines of the mountains are distinctly visible despite the reversed tones. The photograph has an overall vintage look, and black specks and marks are present, possibly indicating age or damage to the negative.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-09

This image appears to be a photographic negative, which reverses the typical light and dark values seen in a standard photograph. In this negative, you can see a portion of a steam-powered ferry or passenger ship in the foreground, with the words "PACIFIC" and "CANADA" visible on the side of the vessel. The ship has a prominent smokestack that is emitting steam, suggesting the ship is powered and possibly moving.

The water around the ship appears dark due to the negative effect, whereas in a normal photograph it would likely appear lighter. In the background, there are mountainous or hilly landforms, which appear light against the dark sky, again due to the nature of the negative. This contrast suggests that the scene was originally photographed during daylight with a bright sky.

Overall, it seems like a classic or historical image showcasing a steam ship in a natural setting, possibly on the West Coast, given the clues "PACIFIC" and "CANADA".

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a large boat or ship sailing on a body of water at night. The boat has multiple decks and a distinctive silhouette against the dark sky. The water appears calm, and there are mountains or hills visible in the background. The overall scene has a moody, atmospheric quality typical of night-time photography.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This is a black and white photograph showing what appears to be a ferry or riverboat on a body of water. The vessel has a multi-story structure with rows of windows and appears to be in motion, creating some wake in the water. In the background, there are hills or mountains along the shoreline, and the sky appears quite dark, suggesting this might be a nighttime or dusk shot. The overall mood of the image is somewhat moody and atmospheric due to the contrast between the dark sky and water and the silhouetted landscape.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image depicts a large ship sailing through the water, with a mountainous landscape visible in the background. The ship is positioned on the left side of the image, facing right. It has a flat deck and a tall smokestack emitting smoke. The ship's name is partially visible on the side, reading "CIFIC" and "ADA." The ship appears to be moving through the water, leaving a trail behind it.

In the background, there are several mountains visible, although they are not clearly defined. The sky above is dark, suggesting that the image was taken at night or in low-light conditions. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of movement and activity, with the ship sailing through the water and the mountains looming in the distance.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large boat on a body of water, with a mountain range in the background. The boat is positioned on the left side of the image, facing to the right. It has multiple levels and appears to be a passenger vessel or ferry. The boat's name is not visible, but it features a prominent chimney emitting smoke.

In the background, a mountain range stretches across the horizon, creating a striking contrast between the boat and the natural landscape. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a serene and peaceful scene, with the boat gliding smoothly through the water as it approaches the mountains.

The image is likely a historical photograph, given its black-and-white format and the style of the boat. It may have been taken during the early 20th century, when steam-powered boats were common. The photograph provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty of the natural world and the importance of transportation by water.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a ferryboat navigating through a body of water at night. The boat has a prominent smokestack, indicating it is likely powered by steam. The ferryboat is labeled "PACIFIC" on its side, suggesting it operates on the Pacific Ocean or a significant body of water. The boat's deck is crowded with passengers, and there are visible windows on the side of the boat, indicating it has multiple levels. The boat appears to be sailing towards a landmass in the distance, which is silhouetted against the dark sky.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-05-29

The image is in black and white, which could be a photograph. A boat is sailing on the water body, which seems to be a sea. The boat has a tower-like structure in the front, and a clock is mounted on the tower. The boat has many windows. Behind the boat, there is a mountain. The boat seems to be moving, as the water splashes behind the boat.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-01

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:
The image is a black and white photograph with a vintage feel. It appears to be an old negative. The dominant feature is a large ship on the water, with a mountainous landscape in the background.

Key Elements:

  • The Ship: The ship is the most prominent element. It has multiple decks, windows, and what looks like a smokestack with steam rising from it. The text "PACIFIC" and "ADA" is visible on the side of the ship.
  • The Water: The ship is moving through water, creating a wake.
  • The Background: The backdrop features a dark sky and a range of hills or mountains.
  • Atmosphere: The image is somewhat dark and has a mysterious ambiance due to the blackness of the sky and the age of the photo.

Technical Aspects:

  • Black and White: The image is exclusively in black and white tones.
  • Grain: The photograph has a noticeable grain, typical of older film photography.

Overall, it's a vintage-looking photograph of a ship traveling on the water with a mountain range in the background.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-01

The image appears to be a black and white photograph or a negative of a steamer or ferry moving on a body of water. In the background, there is a mountainous landmass that gives the impression that the water might be a large lake or a coastal area. The steamship is visible on the left side of the image and has a visible smokestack and multiple levels, with the name "PACIFIC" and "ADA" visible on its side. The overall tone of the image is dark, and there are some imperfections or artifacts on the film or print, suggesting it might be an older or historic photograph.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a steamship or ferry on a body of water, likely a river or a lake. The vessel has a classic design with a prominent smokestack and multiple decks. The name "PACIFIC" is visible on the side of the ship. The background features a hilly or mountainous landscape, possibly covered in snow, adding to the serene and somewhat desolate atmosphere of the scene. The water appears calm, and the overall mood of the image is quiet and somewhat nostalgic, evoking a sense of history and the past. The photograph seems to be taken during a time of low light, possibly dusk or dawn, contributing to the subdued and somewhat mysterious ambiance.

Qwen

No captions written

Text analysis

Amazon

ICIFIC