Human Generated Data

Title

[Panama Canal, viewed from above]

Date

1936

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.153.16

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

[Panama Canal, viewed from above]

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Date

1936

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.153.16

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-04-04

Railway 99.8
Rail 99.8
Train Track 99.8
Transportation 99.8
Person 97.8
Human 97.8
Person 96.3
Handrail 94.9
Banister 94.9
Staircase 92.9
Train 89.2
Vehicle 89.2
Train Station 76.9
Terminal 76.9
Road 66.5
Monorail 63.6
Subway 61.8
Freeway 58.2

Clarifai
created on 2021-04-04

transportation system 99.4
monochrome 98.5
train 98.3
no person 96.9
bridge 96.9
street 96.1
city 96
locomotive 95.9
railway 95.8
urban 93.8
blur 93.5
light 93.2
subway system 91.5
road 91.4
motion 91
traffic 91
curve 90.7
vehicle 90.3
car 89.1
fisheye 88.8

Imagga
created on 2021-04-04

barrier 61.3
structure 58.2
obstruction 46.2
architecture 32.7
support 24.9
building 24.5
step 23.6
device 21.9
coil 19.8
city 18.3
modern 17.5
curve 15.7
light 15.4
steel 15.2
urban 14.9
design 14.6
metal 14.5
bridge 14.2
flow 13.9
fractal 13.8
graphic 13.1
motion 12.8
reflection 12.2
dark 11.7
futuristic 11.7
glass 11.7
transportation 11.7
pattern 11.6
digital 11.3
detail 11.3
color 11.1
shiny 11.1
transport 11
business 10.9
arch 10.7
travel 10.6
shape 10.4
texture 10.4
art 10.4
construction 10.3
metallic 10.1
bright 10
lines 9.9
window 9.8
technology 9.6
dynamic 9.4
movement 9.4
power 9.2
wallpaper 9.2
effect 9.1
old 9.1
road 9
sky 8.9
line 8.8
illuminated 8.6
blur 8.4
generated 8.3
speed 8.2
backdrop 8.2
night 8
interior 8
highway 7.7
windows 7.7
industry 7.7
traffic 7.6
chrome 7.5
abstraction 7.5
tourism 7.4
lights 7.4
glow 7.4
car 7.4
smooth 7.3
industrial 7.3
landmark 7.2
spoke 7.1

Google
created on 2021-04-04

Microsoft
created on 2021-04-04

black and white 93.9
text 87.2
monochrome 80.9
stairs 60.2

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Google

Google Vision

Surprise Very unlikely
Anger Very unlikely
Sorrow Very unlikely
Joy Very unlikely
Headwear Very unlikely
Blurred Very unlikely

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Staircase
Person 97.8%
Person 96.3%
Staircase 92.9%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2021-04-04

a person sitting on a bench 74.3%
a person sitting on a bench 64.2%
an old photo of a bench 64.1%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a group of people walking down a set of stairs -100%

OpenAI GPT

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

This black-and-white image depicts a large industrial or architectural setting featuring escalators and stairs. The composition includes three escalator-like structures and a central staircase, creating a symmetrical effect. A solitary figure is ascending the staircase, providing a sense of scale. The surrounding area includes poles and railings, suggesting an organized, urban design. Some people appear to be working or interacting near the bottom-right corner. The lighting and tones suggest an aged or archival photograph.

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

The image is a black and white photograph of an escalator system under construction or maintenance. It features several old-style mechanical escalators, with visible step tread and handrails. A man can be seen climbing the central staircase, which is not mechanized, suggesting there is still work being done on the escalators. Another person is standing near the bottom of the inclined escalator on the left side. Two people are working or inspecting something on the right side of the image, near the bottom of the photo. The scene appears to be taken in an indoor area, possibly in a station or large public building. The image has a vintage look, indicated by the attire of the people and the style of the escalators.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows a black and white photograph of an indoor escalator system. The escalators have a curved, sinuous design with multiple sets of moving stairs. A small human figure can be seen walking up one of the escalators, providing a sense of scale. The overall scene has a dramatic, industrial feel with the stark contrast and the repetitive, geometric patterns of the escalator structure.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This is a black and white photograph showing multiple parallel escalators in what appears to be a subway or transit station. The image is taken from an elevated angle, showing the dramatic diagonal lines of the escalators cutting across the frame. The escalators appear to be mostly empty, with just a few small figures visible on them, giving a sense of scale and solitude to the scene. The composition emphasizes the geometric patterns and industrial architecture typical of urban transit infrastructure. The contrast between light and shadow creates an atmospheric, almost film noir quality to the image.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a large, multi-level escalator system in a public building. The escalators are arranged in a curved formation, with each level featuring a separate set of steps and handrails. The escalators are made of metal and have a dark finish, giving them a sleek and modern appearance.

In the foreground, several people can be seen riding the escalators or standing on the landings between them. Some individuals are carrying bags or other items, while others appear to be simply waiting for their turn to ride. The atmosphere seems calm and relaxed, with no visible signs of chaos or disorder.

The background of the image features a large, open space with a high ceiling. The walls are made of concrete or brick, and there are several support columns and beams visible throughout the area. A few windows can be seen on the far side of the room, allowing natural light to filter in and illuminate the space.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of efficiency and convenience, as the escalators provide a quick and easy way for people to move between different levels of the building. The calm and relaxed atmosphere suggests that the building may be a popular destination for daily commuters or shoppers, and the image may have been taken during a quiet moment in the morning or afternoon.

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of an escalator system, with multiple escalators arranged in a curved formation. The escalators are positioned at different levels, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.

In the foreground, a person is seen walking up the stairs alongside the escalators, while another individual stands on the platform at the top of the escalators. The background features a wall with a light-colored surface, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the escalators and surrounding environment.

Overall, the image presents a striking visual representation of a complex escalator system, capturing the dynamic movement and interaction between people and the infrastructure.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a monochromatic photograph of an elevated railway station. The station is characterized by its complex, multi-level structure, with several escalators and stairs connecting different platforms. The escalators are arranged in a spiral or circular pattern, leading to various levels of the station. On the left side, there is a prominent pillar with a handrail, possibly indicating a main entrance or exit.

In the foreground, a person is walking up the stairs, and another person is walking down the escalator. Their figures are small, emphasizing the vastness and scale of the station. On the right side, there are two people working on the structure, possibly maintenance workers, as they are seen climbing up the railings. The overall scene is captured from a high angle, giving a bird's-eye view of the station's intricate design.

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

A black-and-white image shows an architectural structure with a spiral staircase and a person walking on it. The spiral staircase is surrounded by metal railings, and the structure is made of concrete. There are two people standing on the right side of the staircase, and another person is walking on the left side. The staircase is illuminated by a light source from the right side.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-03

Captured in high-angle black and white, the image displays a layered architectural vista. The central focus is a set of tiered steps flanked by a curved structure, creating a dramatic visual effect.

The stairs lead downwards, where a solitary figure walks into the scene. Around the base of the structure, other people can be seen, adding a sense of scale and human presence.

In the upper right portion, a railing and figures are visible, giving the impression of a balcony view or an observation point. The scene is bathed in a monochrome palette, lending a timeless quality to the depiction of this urban or industrial setting.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-03

Here is a description of the image:

The image presents a high-angle, black-and-white view of an architectural structure with curved inclines, escalators, and stairs. The composition is divided, with the primary focus on the curving ramps and steps that ascend and descend. Several people are present, adding scale and hinting at activity within the space. The overall impression is one of a stark, almost surrealist, urban landscape.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Geometric Composition: The defining feature is the complex arrangement of parallel, curving ramps and escalators. The lines create a sense of movement and perspective, leading the eye upward. There are parallel staircases integrated into the structure, suggesting different means of access or egress.
  • Presence of People: One figure walks up a flight of stairs, a contrast to the curves that dominate the frame. Several other figures appear on a nearby structure, possibly a platform or balcony, observing the stairs.
  • Atmosphere: The image's contrast and the high-angle perspective contribute to a sense of isolation or anonymity. The monochrome color palette evokes a sense of nostalgia or a timeless quality.

The photograph appears to be a study in lines, forms, and the relationship between architectural elements and human presence, creating a striking and engaging visual experience.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image depicts an urban setting with two large, curved escalators side by side. The escalators are ascending and appear to be part of a subway or metro station, given the design and context. The architecture is modern, with smooth, metallic railings and steps. The escalators are enclosed within a structure that has concrete walls and some industrial elements, such as pipes and support beams.

A single person is seen walking up the escalator on the right side, which adds a sense of scale and human presence to the otherwise mechanical scene. The lighting is somewhat dim, creating a contrast between the lighter areas near the escalators and the darker surroundings. The overall atmosphere is somewhat industrial and utilitarian, typical of public transportation infrastructure. The image is in black and white, which enhances the contrast and gives it a timeless quality.