Human Generated Data

Title

[Masks]

Date

1930-1931

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.83.1

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

[Masks]

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Date

1930-1931

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.83.1

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-03

Clothing 75.7
Apparel 75.7
Head 71.9
Sculpture 69.5
Art 69.5
Dog 68.3
Canine 68.3
Pet 68.3
Mammal 68.3
Animal 68.3
Person 66.2
Human 66.2
Sphere 66
Statue 59.6
Plant 55.2

Clarifai
created on 2025-01-09

people 99.3
monochrome 98.1
one 97.2
street 97
adult 96.2
art 96.1
two 96
portrait 95.9
wear 95.9
footwear 95.1
no person 95
sculpture 94.7
beach 93.6
man 93.4
woman 92.7
foot 91.1
model 91.1
still life 90.4
shoe 90.1
girl 90.1

Imagga
created on 2022-06-03

shoe 100
footwear 100
sandal 93.1
covering 54
shoes 51.8
lace 47.6
pair 37.8
leather 34.2
clothing 33.1
foot 31.4
fashion 30.9
boots 26.3
boot 24.7
black 24.6
wear 24
rubber 23.1
sport 20.6
loafer 20.6
feet 18.4
male 17.7
object 17.6
men 16.3
training 13.9
style 13.3
running shoe 13.2
objects 13
foot gear 12.8
heels 12.7
casual 12.7
running 12.5
accessory 12.4
walking 12.3
new 12.1
classic 12.1
shiny 11.9
two 11.9
sports 11.1
close 10.8
jogging 10.8
cord 10.3
lifestyle 10.1
nobody 10.1
sneakers 9.9
modern 9.8
clog 9.2
leisure 9.1
fitness 9
shoelace 8.9
sand 8.7
used 8.6
athletic 8.6
comfortable 8.6
worn 8.6
elegance 8.4
old 8.4
equipment 8.2
vehicle 8.1
trainers 7.9
laces 7.9
heel 7.9
sole 7.9
line 7.9
travel 7.7
run 7.7
track 7.7
walk 7.6
beach 7.6
relax 7.6
rest 7.4
closeup 7.4
water 7.3
business 7.3

Google
created on 2022-06-03

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-03

black and white 96.2
wall 95.8
person 93.8
tool 78.5
monochrome 66.4
text 62
plane 56.6
feet 29.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Dog
Person
Dog 68.3%
Person 66.2%

Captions

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-15

a photograph of a pair of shoes with a shoe box on a table -100%

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to show the face of a deceased individual lying in a casket or coffin. The face is visible and appears to be in a state of repose, with the eyes closed. The image has a somber, black and white tone, suggesting it may be an older photograph. The background is somewhat blurred, drawing the focus to the central subject.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The black and white image shows a close-up view of a human face sculpture or mask resting on a wooden pedestal or platform. The sculpture has exaggerated, distorted features with a long, curved nose and a gaping mouth. The rough, textured surface suggests it may be made of clay, plaster or a similar material. The background is plain and light-colored, making the dark sculpture stand out in contrast. The composition and lighting give the sculpture an eerie, unsettling quality.

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

This appears to be a historical black and white photograph of a death mask, which is a cast taken of a person's face after death. The mask is shown in profile and appears to be made of a dark material, possibly plaster or wax, and is displayed on what looks like a simple stand or platform. Death masks were commonly created in the 19th and early 20th centuries as memorials or for artistic/historical documentation purposes. The image has the characteristic grainy quality of early photography, and the stark contrast between the dark mask and light background creates a dramatic effect.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a human head, likely a medical or scientific specimen, displayed on a wooden table. The head is positioned with its face up and to the left, and it appears to be a male. The head is lying on a glass plate, which is placed on top of a wooden box or table. The background of the image is a plain wall, and there are some dark spots and marks on the surface of the photograph, suggesting that it may have been taken in a laboratory or other scientific setting.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of curiosity and investigation, as if the photographer is studying the specimen to learn more about human anatomy. The use of a glass plate and a wooden box suggests that the photographer is taking care to preserve the specimen and prevent contamination. The image may have been taken in the early 20th century, based on the style of the photograph and the equipment used.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

This image presents a black and white photograph of two masks, one placed on top of a book and the other positioned on a surface to the right. The mask on the left is crafted from a dark material, possibly leather or velvet, and features a human-like face with an open mouth and visible teeth. It rests atop a book, which appears to be bound in a light-colored material, such as paper or fabric.

The second mask, situated to the right, is also made of a dark material and has a more abstract design, resembling a human face with a prominent nose and mouth. It lies on a surface that could be a table or shelf, with a light-colored background visible behind it. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may be a still life or a study of the masks, possibly taken for artistic or educational purposes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph featuring a mask placed on top of a wooden block. The mask appears to be made of a material that resembles leather or fabric, with a distinctive design that includes eye holes and a mouth opening. The mask is positioned at an angle, with its left side higher than the right side. Below the mask, there is a piece of fabric that seems to be a fur or woolen cloth. The image has a slightly blurry effect, adding to its mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a scene with a few objects. The main object is a human face mask, which appears to be made of leather or a similar material. The mask is placed on top of a wooden box, which seems to be a storage box or a display case. The mask is positioned in such a way that it is facing upwards, and its features are clearly visible. The mask has a distinctive shape, with a long nose and a wide mouth. The wooden box is rectangular in shape and has a lid that is slightly ajar. The box is placed on a surface that appears to be a table or a shelf. There are other objects in the scene, but they are not clearly visible due to the low resolution of the image.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-15

Here's a description of the image:

The photograph is a stark, high-contrast black and white image featuring two theatrical masks.

Composition:

  • The masks are the primary subject, with the one in the foreground being more prominent.
  • The masks are resting on surfaces, one placed on what appears to be a small, wooden box and the other on a textured surface.

Masks:

  • Both masks are clearly sculpted with human features.
  • The mask in the foreground is placed in profile on a clear piece of plastic resting on a small wood box.
  • The mask in the background is placed on a textured surface, which might be a soft cloth.

Overall Impression:

  • The image has a strong sense of drama and visual interest.
  • The lighting creates shadows and highlights that accentuate the contours of the masks, which adds depth and suggests a moment of storytelling, perhaps representing drama or contrasting expressions.
  • The black and white format give this picture a classical, possibly vintage, feel.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-15

The image is a black and white photograph featuring two masks, seemingly theatrical or ceremonial in nature. The mask on the left, positioned more prominently, rests on a small box and a transparent sheet, possibly glass or acrylic. The features of the mask are distinct, with a pronounced nose, lips, and eye sockets. The mask appears to be made of a smooth material, perhaps plaster or clay.

To the right, a second mask is partially visible, lying on what looks like a draped cloth or fabric. Its features are less distinct due to the angle and lighting, but it appears to share a similar design to the first mask.

The background is plain and light, which helps to emphasize the details of the masks. The overall image has a slightly grainy quality, which could be due to the age or type of film used.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black and white photograph of two sculpted masks displayed on pedestals. The masks appear to be made of a dark material, possibly bronze or a similar metal, and exhibit detailed craftsmanship.

The mask on the left has a pronounced nose, deep-set eyes, and a somewhat elongated face, giving it a distinctive and somewhat dramatic expression. The mask on the right has a more serene expression, with smoother features and a less pronounced nose. Both masks are mounted on simple, rectangular pedestals, which elevate them slightly above the surface they are placed on.

The background is plain and light-colored, which helps to highlight the masks and their details. The overall composition of the photograph suggests it might be an archival or historical image, possibly taken in a museum or a similar setting. The lighting in the image is soft, casting gentle shadows that add depth to the masks.