Human Generated Data

Title

Breaking into old water main. Central Sq.

Date

June 15, 1910

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.712

Human Generated Data

Title

Breaking into old water main. Central Sq.

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

June 15, 1910

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.712

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-01-15

Human 97.8
Mammal 79.5
Animal 79.5
Canine 79.5
Pet 79.5
Art 68.3
People 61.5
Urban 61
Face 57.6
Building 55.1
Housing 55.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-26

people 99.8
group 98.2
adult 97.7
many 97.3
man 95.3
group together 94.9
wear 94.2
canine 94
mammal 92.5
one 91.7
several 90.3
two 88.4
vehicle 87.7
transportation system 87.7
art 85.7
administration 85.1
woman 84.6
no person 83.9
war 81.7
military 80.3

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

device 14.9
tool 13.6
old 13.2
television 12.5
dark 10.8
building 10.4
architecture 10.1
stone 10.1
alone 10
windshield wiper 9.9
black 9
wall 9
one 8.9
mechanical device 8.8
space 8.5
art 8.5
human 8.2
dirty 8.1
dress 8.1
window 7.8
ancient 7.8
construction 7.7
fashion 7.5
park 7.4
newspaper 7.4
light 7.3
industrial 7.3
people 7.2
road 7.2
transportation 7.2
mechanism 7.1
adult 7.1
interior 7.1
indoors 7

Microsoft
created on 2022-01-15

text 98.1
black and white 75.4
sketch 56
drawing 52.4
old 50.3

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Dog

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Person 97.8%

AWS Rekognition

Person 93.5%

AWS Rekognition

Person 90%

AWS Rekognition

Person 88.3%

AWS Rekognition

Person 78.4%

AWS Rekognition

Dog 79.5%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-01-15

streetview architecture 48.9%
paintings art 17.1%
nature landscape 16.8%
interior objects 13%
text visuals 2.5%

Captions

Salesforce

OpenAI GPT

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

This image appears to be a black-and-white negative photograph featuring several workers engaged in construction or repair work. The scene is set indoors with wooden beams and a partially excavated area visible in the foreground. The workers are dressed in overalls and shirts, common attire for manual labor during the time period likely depicted (early 20th century based on the date "June 15, '10" written on the image).

Some men are using tools or inspecting the site, while one worker near the bottom left is leaning against a wall. The focus seems to be on a large pipe or cylindrical object as part of the ongoing construction work. "Breaking into old drain, Central Sq." is faintly visible in the handwritten text, indicating activity related to plumbing or drainage.

Since this is a photo negative, the colors and tones are inverted, with darker areas appearing light and lighter areas appearing dark. This gives the image an eerie, ghostly appearance.

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

The image is a photographic negative showing a group of workers in a construction setting. Several men in overalls and hats are standing around a large pipe, which appears to be in the process of being installed or repaired. The environment suggests a construction or industrial site, with wooden structures visible on the sides. The image has a date marked on it as June 15, 1910, and it mentions "Breaking into old diverting drain," which suggests that the image is part of a historical record documenting construction work related to drainage systems. The negative format means the colors and shades are inverted, where light areas appear dark and vice versa. The men are engaged in some activity around the pipe, possibly involving tools or equipment laid out over the pipe.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image appears to depict a chaotic and disorderly scene. There are various objects and debris scattered throughout the frame, creating a sense of disarray. The image has a black and white aesthetic, giving it a gritty and somber tone. The overall composition suggests a scene of destruction or aftermath, though without being able to identify any specific individuals, I cannot provide further details about the context or nature of the events depicted.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The black and white image shows a group of men working in what appears to be a confined, underground space, likely a mine or tunnel. The men are wearing light-colored clothing and hats, and some seem to be moving or working with equipment on the ground. The space has wooden beams and supports along the walls and ceiling. The ground is uneven and covered in debris or rubble. The overall scene conveys a sense of manual labor taking place in a cramped, potentially hazardous environment.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This appears to be a historical black and white photograph dated June 15, 1910. The image shows what appears to be a construction or excavation site, with several workers in light-colored work clothes gathered around what looks like a pipe or tunnel installation. The setting appears to be underground or in a basement area, with concrete or stone walls visible. There's a large cylindrical object, possibly a pipe section, being installed or inspected. The workers are standing on different levels, with some appearing to be in a trench or excavated area. The image quality and style is typical of early 20th century industrial or municipal construction documentation photography.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a group of men working in a room with a large, round object in the center. The men are wearing white uniforms and appear to be engaged in some kind of industrial or manufacturing process.

Here is a detailed description of the image:

  • Background:
    • The background of the image is a room with concrete walls and a concrete floor.
    • There are several wooden beams and pillars visible in the background, which appear to be supporting the structure of the room.
  • Central Object:
    • The central object in the image is a large, round, white tank or container.
    • The tank has a flat top and a cylindrical body, and it appears to be made of metal or plastic.
    • There is a hose or pipe attached to the side of the tank, which may be used to transport liquids or gases.
  • Men:
    • There are several men visible in the image, all of whom are wearing white uniforms.
    • The men appear to be engaged in some kind of industrial or manufacturing process, although it is not clear what they are doing.
    • Some of the men are standing around the central object, while others are working on it or moving equipment around the room.
  • Other Objects:
    • There are several other objects visible in the image, including a large metal door or gate, a wooden crate or box, and a stack of wooden planks.
    • These objects appear to be part of the industrial or manufacturing process that the men are engaged in.

Overall, the image suggests that the men are working in a factory or workshop of some kind, where they are engaged in the production or processing of goods. The central object in the image, the large round tank, may be a key component of this process.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

This image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a group of men working on a construction site. The men are dressed in casual attire, including hats and pants, and appear to be engaged in various tasks related to the construction process.

In the foreground, a large pipe or tube is visible, with one man standing next to it and another man holding a tool that appears to be used for digging or excavation. The background of the image shows several other men standing around the construction site, some of whom are looking down at the ground or working on other tasks.

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of industriousness and activity, as the men work together to complete their tasks. The use of black and white photography adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the image, making it feel like a historical document from a bygone era.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the lives of workers on a construction site, highlighting the importance of teamwork and hard work in achieving a common goal.

Amazon Nova

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

This black-and-white image shows a group of workers inside a tunnel or underground space, likely engaged in construction or maintenance work. The workers are dressed in overalls and hats, with some wearing gloves. They are seen bending over and working on a large, cylindrical object, possibly a pipe or a tunnel lining. The image has a watermark with the date "June 15, 10" and the number "4726" in the bottom right corner. The workers appear to be focused on their task, with one of them holding a tool or equipment.

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

A black-and-white photo of several workers working in an enclosed space. They are wearing uniforms and hats, and some are wearing boots. One of them is holding a hose, while the other is holding a shovel. They are working on a large container that is placed on the ground. The container is filled with what seems to be a liquid. There are some words written on the bottom left corner of the photo.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-18

Here's a description of the image:

This black and white image, possibly a photographic negative, depicts a construction scene. The view is taken from what appears to be a trench or excavation site, looking upwards towards workers and wooden structures.

Several figures are visible, many seemingly wearing overalls or work uniforms. The figures are somewhat blurred, suggesting movement or a longer exposure time. A notable figure in the foreground stands with an outstretched arm, possibly indicating or gesturing.

Below the workers, there's evidence of excavation and some kind of container, possibly a large pipe or a tank, resting in the dug-out area. A hose-like object is connected to the container.

The wooden beams and planks are arranged as a framework around the edge of the excavation, and the whole scene is lit in a way that suggests strong contrast.

Handwritten annotations are at the bottom and right corner of the image including "Breaking into old Lincoln Central Sq.", "June 15:10" and "4726".

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-18

Here's a description of the image:

This is a historical black and white negative of a construction scene. Several men are gathered around what appears to be a large cylindrical container, possibly a form for pouring concrete or another construction material. They are dressed in overalls and work clothes, suggesting that they are construction workers. Some are standing, possibly directing the work, while others are closer to the cylinder, seemingly involved in the process. There's evidence of a hose or pipe extending into the cylinder, and the area around it shows signs of materials being poured or mixed. The scene is framed by what look like large wooden structures or supports, common in early construction projects. The image has a slightly inverted or negative appearance, common for historical negatives. The handwriting in the bottom of the image appears to read "Breaking into old coin Central Sq." and "June 15, 10".

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts a historical scene from June 15, 1910, showing the construction of a subway tunnel. The photograph captures workers breaking into the subway tunnel at Canal Square. The workers are dressed in typical early 20th-century work attire, including overalls, boots, and hats. They are engaged in various tasks related to the construction, such as handling tools and moving materials. The tunnel itself is in the early stages of development, with wooden supports lining the walls and ceiling. A large pipe or conduit is visible in the foreground, likely part of the infrastructure being installed. The image is slightly blurred, indicating movement and activity within the scene. The overall atmosphere suggests a significant moment in the development of urban infrastructure.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-07

This is a historical black-and-white photograph depicting a group of workers inside a well or a deep excavation. The workers are dressed in light-colored, possibly white, overalls and hats, suggesting they are engaged in a labor-intensive task. The setting appears to be an industrial excavation or construction project, as evidenced by the presence of wooden scaffolding and a large white cylindrical object, which could be a tank or a piece of machinery. The workers are gathered around this object, with some interacting with it while others observe or wait. The depth of the well is considerable, as indicated by the length of the hose that extends into the darkness below. The photograph is labeled with the text "Breaking into old city water main Central Sq." and dated "June 15 '10," indicating that the activity is related to breaking into an old city water main in Central Square. This suggests the photograph is from the early 20th century, a period when such infrastructure work was common.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-07

This black-and-white photograph appears to depict a group of workers engaged in a construction or excavation project. The image shows several men in overalls and hats, some of whom are standing around a large cylindrical structure that seems to be part of a tunnel or pipe. One worker is handling a hose, possibly for pumping or directing material. The setting is an underground or enclosed space with wooden beams and supports. The workers are focused on the task at hand, and the overall scene suggests a moment of labor-intensive activity. The photograph is labeled with the date "June 15, '10" and the text "Breaking into old water sewer Cent. Sq." which indicates that the work involves accessing an old water sewer in Central Square.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Breaking
Central
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Sq.
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Google

June 15.10 4T26 Breaking ioo Kantral Sq.
June
15.10
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Breaking
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Kantral
Sq.