Human Generated Data

Title

Sunflower, France

Date

c. 1920, printed 1986

People

Artist: Edward Steichen, American 1879 - 1973

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Sidney and Shirley Singer, 2013.181.10

Copyright

© The Estate of Edward Steichen / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

Sunflower, France

People

Artist: Edward Steichen, American 1879 - 1973

Date

c. 1920, printed 1986

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Sidney and Shirley Singer, 2013.181.10

Copyright

© The Estate of Edward Steichen / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-08

Plant 98.8
Petal 97.7
Flower 97.7
Blossom 97.7
Acanthaceae 92.1
Hornet 80.4
Invertebrate 80.4
Animal 80.4
Andrena 80.4
Bee 80.4
Insect 80.4
Wasp 80.4
Pollen 75.5
Rose 75.2
Finger 61.5
Leaf 56.4

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-09

people 98.8
monochrome 98.2
woman 97.5
art 97.3
one 95.1
adult 94.7
wear 93
black and white 92.6
leaf 92.1
no person 92
group 91.4
nature 85.5
many 85.3
man 83.1
flower 81.2
portrait 79.5
girl 79.2
delicate 79.1
religion 77.7
cemetery 77.2

Imagga
created on 2018-02-09

statue 37.7
shrub 32
sculpture 29.8
plant 21.9
flower 18.6
fountain 16.6
stone 16
conch 15.1
invertebrate 14.9
detail 14.5
art 13.5
monument 13.1
decoration 13
water 12.7
architecture 12.5
gastropod 12.4
ancient 12.1
culture 12
landmark 11.7
history 11.6
petal 11
animal 10.9
mollusk 10.9
city 10.8
close 10.3
tree 10.3
rose 10
bronze 9.8
old 9.7
echinoderm 9
pineapple 8.5
black 8.5
travel 8.4
summer 8.4
floral 7.7
china 7.5
design 7.3
new 7.3
holiday 7.2

Google
created on 2018-02-09

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-09

plant 94.6
flower 92.1

Color Analysis

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-02-09

a close up of a flower 92.5%
close up of a flower 91%
a close up of a plant 90.9%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a black and white photo of a sunflower -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-29

This image is a close-up, black and white photograph of the back of a flower, likely a sunflower. The perspective showcases the detailed textures of the flower's stem and leaves, with the petals, some of which appear wilted, curving around the edges. The image highlights intricate details such as the fine hairs on the stem and the veining in the leaves, emphasizing the natural structure and form of the flower. The use of black and white adds a dramatic contrast, bringing attention to the various textures and shapes.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-28

The image depicts a close-up of a sunflower in black and white. The photo captures the intricate details of the flower's structure: the curly, wilting petals and the rough, fibrous texture of the flower's central disc. The sunflower's leaves, with visible veins and what appears to be a fine, downy surface, frame the central part of the flower. The monochrome palette emphasizes the play of light and shadow, bringing out a dramatic and somewhat moody aesthetic, which can give the flower a different perspective compared to how it's typically seen in bright, vivid colors. The black and white tones also accentuate the textures and patterns within the flower, offering a rich visual experience that might not be as apparent in color.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-26

This is a striking black and white photograph that appears to show the back of a large flower, focusing on its stem and leaves. The image captures fine textural details - the stem appears fuzzy or hairy with visible striations, while the dark leaves have prominent veining. The petals, which are visible around the edges, appear white and delicately curled. The contrast between the dark stem and leaves and the lighter petals creates a dramatic effect, typical of black and white botanical photography. The close-up perspective and careful attention to detail gives the image an almost abstract quality, highlighting the natural architecture of the plant.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-27

The image shows a close-up view of the intricate structure of a flower, captured in a striking black-and-white photograph. The flower appears to be a sunflower, with its delicate, spiraling petals and fuzzy center visible. The petals are rendered in dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and texture. The overall image has a moody, atmospheric quality, drawing the viewer's attention to the intricate details and patterns within the flower itself.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

This image is a black-and-white photograph of the back of a flower, showcasing its stem and leaves. The flower's petals are curled up, revealing the dark center and the texture of the stem. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the flower's details. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, highlighting the beauty of the flower's structure.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-25

The image is a close-up photograph of the back of a sunflower, captured in black and white. The flower's dark, hairy stem and leaves are prominent, with the petals curled up and tucked away. The background is blurred, but appears to be a garden or outdoor setting.

The image showcases the intricate details of the sunflower's structure, highlighting its unique features such as the dark, hairy stem and the curled-up petals. The black and white color scheme adds a sense of contrast and depth to the image, making the details stand out even more.

Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy of a sunflower, inviting the viewer to appreciate the beauty and complexity of this common yet remarkable flower.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a sunflower plant. The focus is on the sunflower's head, which is composed of numerous small, tightly packed petals. The petals are arranged in a spiral pattern, giving the sunflower a dense and intricate appearance. The petals are white, and the center of the sunflower is dark, contrasting with the lighter petals. The plant's stem is also visible, and it appears to be thick and sturdy, supporting the weight of the flower head. The leaves surrounding the sunflower are also visible, and they are large and broad, with a slightly curled edge. The overall composition of the image is tight, with the sunflower head taking up most of the frame.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is in black and white. It features a close-up shot of a plant. The plant has a thick stem with a few leaves. The leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern around the stem. The leaves are long and thin, with a pointed tip. The edges of the leaves are slightly curled. The stem is covered in a thin layer of hair. The plant appears to be a type of sunflower.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-02

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white, close-up photograph of a sunflower. The focus is on the back of the flower and its stem, providing a unique perspective. The petals, which are largely obscured, appear to be a light color, possibly white or a very pale yellow. They are curled and seemingly withered, suggesting the flower is past its prime.

The stem is thick and textured, with a rough, almost hairy appearance. Large, dark leaves are prominent, their veins clearly visible. The overall composition is dramatic, with strong contrasts between the light petals, the dark leaves and stem, and the dark background. The photograph evokes a sense of time passing, decay, and the intricate beauty of nature.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-02

The image is a black and white photograph of a sunflower, viewed from the back. The stalk of the sunflower dominates the center of the frame, appearing thick and textured, with a slightly rough or hairy surface. Several leaves are visible around the stalk, some with pointed ends and clearly defined veins. The petals of the flower curve around the top and sides, appearing soft and slightly wilting. The overall tone is somewhat somber and contrasts of light and shadow create depth and texture.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-30

The image is a black and white photograph of a sunflower in a wilted state. The focus is on the back of the sunflower head, showing the intricate details of the petals and the central disk. The petals are curled and appear to be drying out, indicating that the flower is past its prime. The leaves surrounding the flower head are also visible, with some showing signs of wear and damage. The overall composition highlights the textures and forms of the sunflower in a close-up view, emphasizing the natural aging process of the plant. The monochrome nature of the photograph adds a dramatic and artistic quality to the image.