Human Generated Data

Title

Motor Vehicle - Dymaxion Car, 1933/1937

Date

1981

People

Artist: R. Buckminster Fuller, American 1895 - 1983

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Joan and Roger Sonnabend, M24048.B

Human Generated Data

Title

Motor Vehicle - Dymaxion Car, 1933/1937

People

Artist: R. Buckminster Fuller, American 1895 - 1983

Date

1981

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Joan and Roger Sonnabend, M24048.B

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-02-26

Car 95.1
Automobile 95.1
Vehicle 95.1
Transportation 95.1
Sedan 77.7
Machine 76
Tire 74.2
Spoke 71.9
Car Wheel 69.1
Caravan 65.7
Van 65.7
Hot Rod 60.7
Bumper 56.4
Alloy Wheel 56.1

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-28

vehicle 99.4
transportation system 99.2
car 98
vintage 97.5
classic 96.6
airplane 95.3
aircraft 92.9
retro 92.9
modality 89.8
no person 89.4
one 87.9
monochrome 87.7
old 87.3
travel 85.4
speed 83.7
portrait 82.9
public show 82.5
fast 82.3
engine 81
technology 80.8

Imagga
created on 2022-02-26

car 100
vehicle 88
auto 69.9
motor vehicle 68.9
automobile 67.1
speed 63.3
transportation 57.4
amphibian 55.1
motor 50.5
transport 49.4
wheel 49.3
drive 45.4
fast 44.9
grille 40.9
luxury 39.5
road 36.2
headlight 33.5
power 32.8
tire 32.8
engine 32.7
wheeled vehicle 32
sport 29.7
grate 29.6
race 28.7
driving 28.1
style 27.5
bumper 24.7
traffic 24.7
design 23.7
shiny 23
modern 22.5
barrier 22.1
model 21.8
wheels 21.5
sports 21.3
travel 21.1
automotive 20.6
black 19.3
chrome 18.9
street 18.4
machine 17.3
expensive 17.2
beach wagon 16.9
metal 16.1
silver 15
classic 14.9
technology 14.9
obstruction 14.8
retro 14.8
new 14.6
convertible 14.2
vintage 14.1
truck 13.9
metallic 13.8
reflection 13.8
tires 13.8
elegant 12
motion 12
old 11.9
racing 11.8
highway 11.6
sedan 11.5
performance 11.5
toy 11.1
roadster 10.9
light 10.7
city 10.4
render 10.4
detail 9.7
urban 9.6
color 9.5
asphalt 9.1
headlights 8.9
door 8.6
show 8.5
antique 8.5
movement 8.5
side 8.5
blur 8.4
lights 8.4
object 8.1
utility 7.9
hood 7.9
cars 7.8
moving 7.6
lifestyle 7.2
bright 7.2
glass 7

Microsoft
created on 2022-02-26

vehicle 96.4
land vehicle 88.7
text 84.9
transport 75.2
wheel 72
black 70.1
car 63.9
old 51.5
bus 14.4

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Bus
Train
Wheel

Clarifai

No features identified

AWS Rekognition

Bus 79.7%

AWS Rekognition

Train 71.6%

AWS Rekognition

Wheel 67.1%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-02-26

cars vehicles 99.2%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-02-26

a vintage photo of a bus 82.9%
a vintage photo of a car 82.8%
an old photo of a bus 81.1%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a vintage camper van parked in a parking lot

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-28

This image shows a vintage streamlined automobile with a distinctive long, ovular, and somewhat horizontal teardrop shape. This aerodynamic design is reminiscent of the 1930s or 1940s, a period when streamlining was a popular design trend to improve vehicle speed and efficiency.

The vehicle appears to have a single wheel visible at the front, suggesting it may have a three-wheeled configuration, although the rear wheels are not visible in this view and could possibly include one or two more wheels. There are louvres on the side panels for engine ventilation, which indicate it is rear-engined. The windows are relatively small, with an almost panorama-style view from the front of the vehicle, provided by an uninterrupted windshield and side windows that wrap around the front corners. On the roof, there's a white hatch or vent, which may serve for additional light or ventilation.

The vehicle has two doors, both featuring square windows, and there may be a small third window behind the door on the side. The body of the vehicle is dark-colored, and it has a contrasting light roof. It appears to be a photograph taken in a controlled setting, showcased against a plain background to emphasize the vehicle's design features. It's a notable example of early aerodynamic automotive design principles.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-28

The image depicts a vintage vehicle, likely from the early to mid-20th century, known as a Dymaxion Car. This unique car features an elongated, streamlined design aimed at reducing air resistance and improving fuel efficiency. It has a teardrop shape with a flat top, large windows, and three wheels (two in the front and one in the rear). The front end of the car is pointed and curves upward slightly, while the rear end tapers off smoothly. The body appears to be made of metal, with visible panel lines and possibly ventilation grills towards the rear. The overall design reflects an innovative and unconventional approach to automobile engineering of its time.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-28

This appears to be a black and white photograph of a streamlined, futuristic-looking vehicle from what seems to be the 1930s or 1940s. It has a very distinctive aerodynamic design with a rounded front end, smooth sides, and a tapered rear. The vehicle appears to be a van or bus with multiple windows along its side and appears to be designed with art deco or streamline moderne styling influences popular in that era. The vehicle has a unique single wheel visible at the rear, suggesting it might be a concept or experimental vehicle. The image has the quality of a promotional or documentation photograph taken to showcase this innovative automotive design.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-01-28

The image shows a vintage black and white photograph of what appears to be a concept car or prototype vehicle from the early-to-mid 20th century. The streamlined, futuristic design features a rounded, aerodynamic body with large windows that wrap around the front and sides. The front has a prominent chrome grille and bumper. The vehicle seems to be quite low to the ground, giving it a sleek, fast appearance. Based on the style, this looks to be an experimental or show car meant to showcase forward-thinking automotive design ideas of that era.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-01-28

The image shows a unique and futuristic-looking vehicle. It appears to be a concept car or prototype from an earlier era, likely the mid-20th century based on its distinctive design. The vehicle has a sleek, aerodynamic body with a rounded front and a long, boxy rear section. It has multiple windows and a distinctive grille or air intake at the front. The overall aesthetic suggests an experimental or visionary design that was ahead of its time.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-27

This appears to be a black and white photograph of a streamlined, Art Deco-style vehicle from what looks to be the 1930s. The car has a very distinctive aerodynamic design with a rounded, teardrop-shaped body. It features a sloping roofline, integrated fenders, and what appears to be a rear-engine configuration based on the vehicle's proportions. The design is quite avant-garde for its era, with clean lines and a futuristic appearance that was well ahead of its time. This could be one of the revolutionary designs from that period, possibly a Tatra or similar innovative manufacturer that was experimenting with aerodynamic principles in automotive design.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

The image depicts a vintage camper van, characterized by its distinctive elongated shape and rounded edges. The vehicle features a flat front end and a sloping roof, with a prominent grill on the front. The camper van has multiple windows along its side, including a large window at the rear. It is equipped with a spare tire mounted on the side, and a small door is visible on the front left side. The vehicle is positioned at an angle, with its front end facing the left side of the image.

The camper van is set against a plain background, which appears to be a light gray color. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it may be a vintage advertisement or promotional material for the camper van.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-12

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of a futuristic-looking vehicle, likely from the early 20th century. The vehicle is positioned at an angle, with its front end facing the left side of the image and its rear end facing the right side.

Key Features:

  • Body Style: The vehicle has a streamlined body style, with a rounded front end and a tapered rear end.
  • Windows: It features multiple windows along its sides, including a large windshield at the front and smaller windows towards the rear.
  • Doors: There are two doors on each side of the vehicle, with the front doors being slightly larger than the rear doors.
  • Wheels: The vehicle has four wheels, with the front wheels being slightly larger than the rear wheels.
  • Background: The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the vehicle.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a unique and intriguing view of a vintage vehicle that showcases its futuristic design elements. The use of a plain background effectively draws attention to the vehicle's features, making it a compelling visual representation of automotive innovation from the past.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-01-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a vehicle. It is a vintage car with a streamlined design. The car has a long, low body with a rounded front and a flat rear. The car's body is smooth and aerodynamic, with no visible doors or windows. The car's wheels are small and round, with a simple design. The car's tires are black and have a smooth surface. The car's headlights are small and round, with a simple design.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-01-28

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a vintage car. The car has a rounded, aerodynamic design with a smooth, curved body. It has large windows on the sides and a windshield. The car's front end is rounded, with a small grille and a large, round headlight. The car's wheels are large and round, and the tires are black. The car's shadow is cast on the ground, and the image has a vintage filter applied to it.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-04-30

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a monochrome photograph of a streamlined vehicle, possibly a bus or large van, dating back to the early to mid-20th century. The vehicle has a distinctive art deco design, with a long, elongated body that is lower to the ground than typical buses.

Key features:

  • Streamlined Design: The vehicle showcases a teardrop shape and smooth curves, characteristic of the streamlined designs popular in the 1930s and 1940s.
  • Rounded Front: The front of the vehicle is rounded with a large windscreen composed of multiple panes of glass, likely offering panoramic views for the driver and passengers.
  • Rear Fin: The rear has a distinctive fin or spoiler-like structure, contributing to its aerodynamic aesthetic.
  • Small Wheels: The wheels appear to be relatively small and are partially covered by the body, which is common in streamlined vehicles to reduce drag.
  • Windows: There are several windows along the sides of the vehicle, suggesting a passenger transport function. The windows are simple and rectangular, fitting the era's design sensibilities.
  • Grilles: Towards the rear, there are ventilation grilles or louvers, likely for engine cooling.
  • Two-tone: The roof appears to be a lighter color than the rest of the vehicle.

The photograph's monochrome aesthetic gives it a historical feel, and the vehicle's design suggests it was a concept or a luxury transport of its time.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-04-30

Here is a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph of a streamlined, futuristic-looking vehicle. It appears to be a bus or a very large car, possibly from the early to mid-20th century, given its design.

Key Features and Observations:

  • Streamlined Design: The vehicle has a very aerodynamic, rounded shape, indicative of an attempt to minimize air resistance. It has a bulbous front and a tapered back.
  • Windows: There are several rectangular windows along the side, indicating a passenger compartment. The front windshield has a split or angular design.
  • Details: Features such as a small fin-like structure at the rear, a small front bumper or brush guard, and what looks like a side door, hint at its functionality. There are also what appear to be vents or grills on the side, possibly for cooling the engine. The tires appear to be classic vintage style tires with a round wheel well.
  • Composition: The vehicle is placed centrally in the photograph, with a plain background. The image itself appears to be a print.

Overall Impression:

The vehicle looks like a concept car or a prototype, designed with an eye toward speed and efficiency. The image has a historical quality, giving the impression of a design from a time when engineers were experimenting with novel ways of moving people and materials.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-28

The image depicts a vintage automobile known as the Dymaxion Car. Designed by Buckminster Fuller in the 1930s, the Dymaxion Car is notable for its futuristic, aerodynamic design. The car features a teardrop shape, which was intended to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency. It has three wheels, with two in the front and one in the rear, providing a unique and unconventional look. The body is streamlined, with a smooth, curved surface and large windows that offer a panoramic view. The car's design was ahead of its time, incorporating elements that would later become common in automotive engineering. The Dymaxion Car is often cited as an example of innovative and forward-thinking design in the early 20th century.

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