Human Generated Data

Title

Gropius Residence, Lincoln, Massachusetts, 1938

Date

c. 1938

People

Artist: Robert Damora, American 1912-2009

Previous attribution: Paul Davis, American active mid 20th century

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Ise Gropius, BRGA.82.238

Copyright

© Estate of Robert Damora

Human Generated Data

Title

Gropius Residence, Lincoln, Massachusetts, 1938

People

Artist: Robert Damora, American 1912-2009

Previous attribution: Paul Davis, American active mid 20th century

Date

c. 1938

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Gift of Ise Gropius, BRGA.82.238

Copyright

© Estate of Robert Damora

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-05-31

Handrail 100
Banister 100
Human 83.2
Indoors 71.1
Interior Design 71.1
Railing 67.2

Clarifai
created on 2019-05-31

no person 97.1
window 95.9
indoors 95.9
glass items 95.7
architecture 95
light 92.6
design 91.7
modern 91.4
room 89.9
wood 89.7
inside 89.3
reflection 89.2
building 88.7
business 86.7
empty 86.2
desktop 86.1
house 85.9
step 85.8
contemporary 85.2
shadow 84.1

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

musical instrument 24.2
architecture 22.8
device 20.4
accordion 19.6
keyboard instrument 19.1
building 18.6
old 16.7
city 16.6
house 15.9
urban 14.8
window 14.8
interior 14.1
wind instrument 12.5
business 12.1
wall 12
modern 11.9
protective covering 11.9
glass 11.8
structure 11.5
new 11.3
black 10.8
indoors 10.5
book 10.2
light 10
equipment 9.5
covering 9.4
binding 9
office 8.9
furniture 8.9
sky 8.9
technology 8.9
steel 8.8
home 8.8
books 8.7
binder 8.6
room 8.3
design 7.9
stairs 7.8
notebook 7.6
close 7.4
street 7.4
inside 7.4
door 7.3
metal 7.2
window shade 7.2
music 7.2
piano 7.2
support 7.2

Google
created on 2019-05-31

Black-and-white 89.9
Stairs 87.3
Iron 85.5
Architecture 78.7
Line 73
Photography 67.8
Monochrome 67.6
Room 65.7
Modern art 65.1
Metal 60.7
Visual arts 59.3
Handrail 58.9
Glass 58.6
Art 58.1
Monochrome photography 57.8
Window 56.8
Interior design 54.3
Style 51

Microsoft
created on 2019-05-31

stairs 95.3
white 81.6
window 66.8
black and white 51.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Staircase
Person

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Staircase 94.3%

AWS Rekognition

Person 83.2%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2019-05-31

interior objects 86.3%
streetview architecture 12.4%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2019-05-31

a black and white photo 44.7%
a close up of a white wall 44.6%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-18

a photograph of a staircase with a person walking up the stairs

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-17

This is a black-and-white photograph featuring a modern, curving staircase framed by vertical railings. The composition is tilted, adding an abstract and dynamic feel to the image. The stairs lead up to a landing, where a partially visible silhouette of a person stands. Below, another figure is seen holding an object, possibly a tray or plate, near a doorway. The walls are paneled with vertical stripes, enhancing the geometric lines in the scene. A decorative design hangs on the wall, and a plant with slender, spiked leaves is visible in the foreground on the left. The overall atmosphere suggests a sophisticated, mid-century interior design.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-17

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a spiraling staircase viewed from a lower angle that creates a dramatic, abstract composition. The photo features strong vertical and diagonal lines formed by the stair railings and steps. A person is standing on the staircase, dressed in a dark coat or dress, with only their lower half visible as they appear to be ascending. In the background, another person is visible on the lower floor, holding a tray, and partly obscured by doorway framing. The walls are decorated with vertical lines, enhancing the visual texture, and there is a decorative wall panel visible. The overall composition creates a sense of depth, movement, and architectural intrigue.

Anthropic Claude

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

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of an interior architectural space. It shows a curved staircase with a decorative railing leading up to a doorway. The walls are paneled with vertical wooden slats, creating a striking geometric pattern. There is a decorative element, possibly a sculpture or artwork, visible on the wall near the doorway. The overall composition and use of light and shadow create a dramatic, almost abstract quality to the image.

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

This is a striking black and white architectural photograph showing an interior staircase with a dramatic perspective. The image features strong geometric elements with vertical striped walls and curved metal railings that create interesting shadows and lines. The stairs appear to be ascending, and there's a figure visible in the composition that adds a sense of scale and human presence to the space. The photograph has a modernist aesthetic with its play of light, shadow, and architectural details. The composition is dynamic, with the curved railings leading the eye upward through the frame. There's also what appears to be a decorative panel or motif visible on the wall. The overall effect is quite artistic and emphasizes the geometric patterns and architectural design of the space.

Meta Llama

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

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a spiral staircase, showcasing a woman descending the stairs while a man stands at the bottom, gazing upwards. The staircase is constructed from wood and features a railing that wraps around it, with a decorative element at the bottom. The walls surrounding the staircase are adorned with vertical paneling, and a door is visible to the right of the staircase. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the spiral staircase serving as a striking focal point.

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a spiral staircase in a house. The staircase is made of wood and has a metal railing. It curves upward from the bottom left corner of the image to the top right corner.

A woman in a long dress is standing on the stairs, looking down. She is wearing high heels and has her hands clasped together in front of her.

In the background, there are several doors and windows. One door is open, and a man can be seen standing in the doorway. He is wearing a suit and tie and appears to be looking at something on the floor.

The walls of the house are covered in vertical stripes, and there is a plant in the corner of the room. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of elegance and sophistication.

Amazon Nova

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

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a spiral staircase with a person standing on the top step. The staircase is made of wood and has a metal handrail. The person on the top step is wearing a dress and shoes. The staircase leads down to a lower level where another person is standing in front of a door. The door has a sign with a logo on it. The image has a vintage look and is framed with a white border.

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

The image is in black and white. It is a top-angle view of a spiral staircase. The staircase is made of wood and metal. The metal is used for the handrails and the frame of the staircase. A person is walking up the staircase. There is a plant on the left side of the staircase. A man is standing on the right side of the staircase, probably opening the door.

Google Gemini

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

This black and white photograph presents an intriguing view of an interior, likely within a home. The perspective is from an angle that emphasizes the architectural elements, particularly the staircase.

The staircase is a prominent feature, rising upwards with horizontal treads and a curved railing that adds a touch of elegance. A person is seen walking down the stairs, appearing partially hidden behind the railing. This figure is dressed in a dark outfit, adding a sense of mystery.

On the lower level, visible through the railing, is a person holding a tray, possibly a server or butler, standing near a doorway. This suggests a certain level of sophistication and domestic service.

The walls are adorned with vertical stripes, adding texture and depth to the scene. There is also a piece of abstract artwork or sculpture mounted on the wall, lending an artistic touch to the space.

A stylized plant design is featured in the foreground to the left, which may be on a glass partition, adding an additional layer of visual interest and obscuring part of the view. The composition and subject matter give the image a vintage or mid-century modern feel, hinting at the era in which it was taken.

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

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of an interior space, likely a home, with a focus on a curved staircase and a person.

  • Composition: The photograph is taken from a somewhat unusual angle, with a clear emphasis on the lines and curves of the architecture. The composition uses leading lines from the railings and the staircase to draw the viewer's eye into the depths of the scene. The framing of the shot gives a sense of depth and perspective.
  • Architecture: The main feature is a curved staircase with dark handrails and a white wall with vertical lines. The stairs are constructed with wooden steps and have a modern design. The space appears to have multiple levels with the staircase winding its way upwards.
  • Human Element: A person, dressed in a dark outfit, is captured on the stairs. Their figure is partially obscured, adding a sense of mystery and suggestion of movement. In another doorway, a person is carrying a tray with bottles.
  • Decor and Atmosphere: The interior design appears clean and minimalist, suggesting a mid-century modern or contemporary aesthetic. There's a decorative wall hanging with an abstract design on one of the walls.
  • Lighting and Tone: The black and white photography style enhances the contrast and emphasis on the architectural details. The lighting seems natural, creating highlights and shadows that define the forms.
  • Overall Impression: The photograph evokes a sense of elegance and tranquility. The combination of architectural design, the figure on the stairs and the use of light creates a captivating and sophisticated visual experience.

Mistral Pixtral

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

The image depicts an interior space featuring a modern staircase. The staircase is curved and has a sleek, minimalist design with a metal railing. The walls surrounding the staircase are paneled with vertical lines, adding a sense of depth and texture to the space.

On the left side of the image, there is a decorative piece of art that resembles a tree or plant with elongated, thin branches. The staircase leads upwards to an upper level where a person is seen walking. The person is dressed in dark clothing and appears to be moving away from the camera.

On the right side, near the bottom of the staircase, there is a framed piece of artwork on the wall. The artwork features abstract shapes and lines, adding an artistic touch to the space. Another person is seen standing near a door or entrance on the right side, also dressed in dark clothing.

The overall atmosphere of the image is modern and sophisticated, with a focus on clean lines and minimalist design elements. The use of black and white in the photograph enhances the contrast and highlights the architectural details of the space.

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