Human Generated Data

Title

[Street scene in Quimper, Brittany]

Date

1940s-1950s

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.1002.144

Copyright

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

Human Generated Data

Title

[Street scene in Quimper, Brittany]

People

Artist: Lyonel Feininger, American 1871 - 1956

Date

1940s-1950s

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of T. Lux Feininger, BRLF.1002.144

Copyright

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

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-16

Human 98.8
Person 98.8
Building 97.9
Neighborhood 97.9
Urban 97.9
Spire 85.2
Tower 85.2
Steeple 85.2
Architecture 85.2
City 85
Town 85
Path 84.7
Road 84.4
Pedestrian 78.4
Intersection 76.2
Street 76
Tarmac 74.1
Asphalt 74.1
Downtown 70.6
Bike 64.6
Bicycle 64.6
Vehicle 64.6
Transportation 64.6
Housing 64.4
Machine 63.7
Wheel 63.7
Walkway 59.1
Pavement 55.5
Sidewalk 55.5
Roof 55

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-16

no person 98.8
home 98.7
street 98.7
architecture 97.5
people 96.5
monochrome 96.4
house 95
building 94.5
group 91.7
town 91.1
outdoors 85
city 82.3
old 81.7
group together 80.6
two 80.6
vehicle 80.1
travel 79.3
mansion 78.1
window 76.3
government 74.3

Imagga
created on 2019-11-16

building 77.7
cinema 64.6
theater 52.6
architecture 49.4
public house 41.5
structure 41.1
house 32.3
facade 29.6
old 27.9
window 23.1
sky 23
city 22.5
roof 21
town 20.4
historic 19.3
home 18.4
windows 18.3
tourism 18.2
ancient 17.3
travel 16.2
palace 15.9
history 15.2
church 14.8
exterior 14.8
center 14.8
balcony 14.6
stone 14.4
brick 14.2
wall 13.6
tower 13.4
buildings 13.3
historical 13.2
urban 13.1
construction 12.9
landmark 11.8
door 11.4
village 10.6
residence 10.2
tile 10.1
square 10
religion 9.9
houses 9.7
high 9.5
monument 9.4
clouds 9.3
street 9.2
traditional 9.2
tourist 9.1
museum 8.7
england 8.6
famous 8.4
detail 8.1
office 7.9
glass 7.8
medieval 7.7
residential 7.7
lamp 7.6
cathedral 7.5
night 7.1
wooden 7
modern 7

Google
created on 2019-11-16

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-16

street 96.6
black and white 95.9
text 94
window 91.4
building 85.5
sky 85.4
city 82.9
house 75.5
monochrome 74.6
old 61
town 31.4
sign 15.9

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 16-28
Gender Female, 50.1%
Happy 49.5%
Surprised 49.5%
Angry 49.6%
Fear 49.5%
Sad 50.2%
Confused 49.5%
Calm 49.6%
Disgusted 49.5%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Bicycle
Wheel
Person 98.8%
Bicycle 64.6%
Wheel 63.7%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-11-16

an old photo of a house 92.3%
an old photo of a building 89.9%
a black and white photo of a house 89.2%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a man walking down a street with a dog -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

This is a vintage black-and-white photograph depicting a quaint street corner in a historic European town. The scene features old buildings with varied architecture, including small windows, slate roofs, and chimneys. The central building has signs advertising businesses, including "MENAGE" and "BUVETTE," suggesting a household goods shop and a beverage establishment. There is an advertisement featuring an illustrated character with text "LEFEVRE UTILE."

A lamp post is visible in the background, along with overhead wires crossing the frame. To the right, other structures have shuttered windows, with one displaying a smaller sign reading "LE QUERE." A bicycle leans against the corner building, and a blurred pedestrian wearing a hat is captured walking through the cobblestone street in the foreground. The overall setting conveys a timeless charm typical of small towns.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image depicts a quaint street corner scene in a historic European town, likely in France, judging by the architectural styles and signage. The foreground features a cobblestone street with a pedestrian captured in motion, creating a slight blur. To the left and prominently in the center is a building sporting a faded white façade with multiple signs. The sign to the left reads "Ménage" and "Buvette" is visible on the corner of the building. Above the door on the corner hangs a vintage advertisement depicting a woman under which reads "Lefevre Utile". A bicycle leans against the wall of the building, adding to the old-world charm. In the background are additional buildings with characteristic steep roofs, narrow windows, and visible chimneys. Some of these windows have shutters, typical of traditional European architecture. The image is in black and white, adding to its historical atmosphere, and overhead there's a network of old electrical or telegraph wires and a classic street lamp. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a serene and timeworn cityscape.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an old European street scene. It shows a quaint, historic-looking town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings. The buildings have distinctive architectural features like slanted roofs, chimneys, and decorative facades. There is a small shop or business called "Menage" visible on the left side of the frame. The street is cobblestone, and there is a person walking in the foreground. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of an older, more traditional urban environment.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This is a black and white historical photograph showing a street corner in what appears to be a French town. The main building in focus has a distinctive corner entrance and signage reading "MENAGE" on one side and "BUVETTE" on the other, suggesting it might be a household goods shop and a drinking establishment. The architecture is typical of older European buildings with multiple chimneys visible on the roofline. There's a street lamp visible in the background, and the buildings are constructed of stone or plaster with a somewhat weathered appearance. A bicycle is leaning against one of the walls, and there's a small figure walking in the street. The image has the characteristic look of an early to mid-20th century photograph.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a street scene in an old town, with buildings and a person walking on the cobblestone road.

  • The main building is a two-story structure with a sloping roof and chimneys. It has a sign on the front that reads "Lepenne Dutile" and features a window on the second floor and a door on the first floor.
    • The building appears to be a shop or store, possibly a bakery or butcher shop, given the sign and the presence of a bicycle parked outside.
  • To the left of the main building is another two-story structure with a sign that reads "Menage." This building also has a window on the second floor and a door on the first floor.
    • The sign suggests that this building may be a residential dwelling or a home for a family.
  • In the background, there are several other buildings, including a church steeple visible above the rooftops.
    • The buildings appear to be old and worn, with peeling paint and damaged roofs.
  • A person is walking down the street in front of the main building, wearing a hat and carrying a bag.
    • The person is likely a resident or visitor to the town, going about their daily business.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the daily life of people living in an old town, with its narrow streets, old buildings, and simple way of life.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a street scene, likely taken in the early 20th century. The photograph features a row of buildings with varying architectural styles and ages. The central building has a sign that reads "LEFEBRE-DHLE" and another that says "BUYETTE." A woman in a long dress and hat walks down the street, while a bicycle leans against the wall of the central building.

In the background, there are power lines and a lamppost visible, as well as other buildings and a church steeple in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the photograph suggests a quiet, everyday scene from a bygone era.

Amazon Nova

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

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a street scene in a town or city. The street is lined with buildings on both sides, with shops and businesses on the ground floor. The buildings have a mix of architectural styles, with some featuring brick facades and others having stone or concrete exteriors. The street is paved with cobblestones, and there are street lamps and electrical wires overhead. In the foreground, a person is walking along the street, and a bicycle is parked on the sidewalk.

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

The black-and-white photograph depicts a street corner in an urban setting. On the left side of the image, there is a building with a sign that reads "MENAGE" and another sign that reads "BUVETTE." The building has a slanted roof and windows with shutters. There is a bicycle parked in front of the building. On the right side of the image, there is another building with a sign that reads "E QUERE."

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-12

The black and white photograph, seemingly of European origin, captures a street view. The composition is dominated by a row of buildings with distinctive architectural details. The first building on the left features a gabled roof and windows with open shutters. Below, a storefront marked "34 Menage 34" is visible. Adjacent to this is a corner building with a shop front, a poster that reads "LEFEVRE-UTILE" and the word "BUVETTE" painted on its side. The buildings are constructed from light-colored stone, providing a textural contrast.

The buildings further down the street feature shuttered windows and stone facades, contributing to a sense of architectural cohesion. Various rooftops and chimneys create a layered effect in the background. A street lamp post is partially visible on the right side of the frame, adding to the street's atmosphere.

In the foreground, a woman wearing a hat walks on the cobblestone street, injecting a sense of life into the scene. A bicycle is parked on the sidewalk near the corner building, suggesting a casual, everyday setting. The overall impression is that of a quaint, historical town, with its old-world charm preserved through the black and white medium.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-12

Here's a description of the image:

This is a vintage black and white photograph depicting a street scene. The buildings are the main focus, showcasing a mix of architectural styles with sloping roofs, chimneys, and various window designs.

Here are some notable details:

  • Buildings: The image shows a cluster of buildings, possibly in a European town. They have visible stone or stucco facades and what appear to be storefronts on the ground level. One building features a sign reading "Menage" while another advertises "Lefevre Utile".
  • Street scene: A partially visible street is in the foreground, with cobblestones and a slightly blurred figure of a person walking. A bicycle is leaning against one of the buildings.
  • Atmosphere: The photograph has a historic feel, typical of early photography. The lighting creates shadows, adding depth to the scene.

Overall, the image gives the impression of a snapshot from the past, capturing the essence of a quiet street and the architecture of a bygone era.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts a vintage street scene, likely from a European town or city. The architecture features older, multi-story buildings with sloped roofs and chimneys, indicative of traditional European styles.

In the foreground, there is a small child standing in the street, facing away from the camera. The child appears to be wearing a coat and hat, suggesting cooler weather.

The buildings have various signs and advertisements. The most prominent building in the center has a sign that reads "BUVETTE," which is French for a small café or bar. Above the entrance of this building, there is an advertisement featuring an illustration of a person and some text, though the specifics are not clear.

To the left, another building has a sign that reads "MENAGE 54," which might indicate the name of a business or the address. The building has large windows and appears to be a shop or commercial establishment.

Further to the right, another sign reads "LE QUERE," possibly indicating another business or shop. The street is cobblestoned, adding to the old-world charm of the scene.

Overall, the image captures a quaint, historical street scene, likely from the early to mid-20th century, with a focus on the architecture and daily life of the time.

Text analysis

Amazon

MENAGE
BUVETTE
34 MENAGE 34
34
LEFEVHUTILE
OU3R6
1

Google

LEFEVRE UTILE BUVETTE MENAGE 54 QUERE
LEFEVRE
UTILE
BUVETTE
MENAGE
54
QUERE