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Title

The Teaching of the Wolf, in "Arbeiter-Illustrierte Zeitung"

Date

1935

People

Artist: John Heartfield, German 1891 - 1968

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, American Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Fund, 1998.23.13

Copyright

© Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Human Generated Data

Title

The Teaching of the Wolf, in "Arbeiter-Illustrierte Zeitung"

People

Artist: John Heartfield, German 1891 - 1968

Date

1935

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, American Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum Fund, 1998.23.13

Copyright

© Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Amazon
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Clarifai
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a painting of dogs playing with a cat.

Salesforce

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a photograph of a man in a suit and hat holding a sword

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-12-21

This is a historical propaganda image, which appears to be in the style of a photomontage. It shows an anthropomorphic wolf standing on two legs and dressed in a military uniform with a belt, boots, and armbands with swastikas, typical of Nazi imagery. The wolf is gesturing dramatically with its right paw raised. It's facing a group of farm animals that include goats, a sheep, a calf, chickens, and a horse. The animals are looking up at the wolf, and it seems as if the wolf is speaking to them or instructing them.

At the top of the image is the title "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES," which translates from German to "The Teaching of the Wolf." Below that is a paragraph in German describing the degradation of educational establishments and the national community, mentioning various types of people in a derogatory manner.

At the bottom, there is a German quote that translates to "The concept of 'animal' must be abolished. It distorts and falsifies the differences between sheep, chicken, goose, donkey, horse, rabbit, calf, goat, in short, those beings that exist only to be eaten by me." The text indicates that the piece may be satirical or critical of the ideology it depicts, attributing an exploitative and contemptuous attitude to the wolf character. Additionally, the image is credited as a photomontage to John Heartfield, an artist renowned for his anti-fascist political art.

Given the style of the piece and the historical context suggested by the visual and textual elements, this image seems to be a piece of political satire from the World War II era, criticizing the ideology and propaganda of the Nazi regime.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-21

This image is a piece of political satire and anti-Nazi propaganda titled "The Wisdom of the Wolf" by the German artist John Heartfield, created in 1935. The work is a photomontage that depicts a wolf dressed in a Nazi officer's uniform, standing and gesturing authoritatively as if giving a lecture. Surrounding him are various farmyard animals such as sheep, goats, a horse, a rabbit, and a goose, attentively listening to him.

The text at the top reads "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" which translates to "The lesson of the wolf." Below, there is a satirical message criticizing the Nazi ideology, suggesting that the wolf (symbolizing the Nazis) is instructing the animals (representing the German populace) with teachings that are deceptive and dangerous, as the wolf's true intent is to devour them. This artwork was part of Heartfield's broader critique of the Nazi regime and its manipulative and predatory nature.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This appears to be a historical propaganda image titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes" (The Teaching of the Wolf). The image shows a wolf figure wearing military-style boots and a uniform on the right side, appearing to address a group of farm animals on the left, including sheep, horses, chickens, geese, and other livestock. The sepia-toned image includes German text at the bottom that suggests a predatory message, with the wolf essentially stating that these creatures exist only to be eaten by him. This appears to be a political allegory or propaganda piece, likely from the early-to-mid 20th century, using animals to convey a message about power dynamics and exploitation.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-12-21

The image appears to be an old propaganda poster or advertisement titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes" (The Teachings of the Wolf). It depicts a human figure, likely a person in costume or performing, surrounded by various animals such as horses, wolves, and other creatures. The poster seems to be conveying a message about the concept of "the animal" and anthropomorphizing or equating different animals and beings. Without identifying any specific individuals, the image presents an artistic, allegorical depiction centered around this theme of "the teachings of the wolf."

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-21

This appears to be a German propaganda image titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes" (The Teaching/Doctrine of the Wolf). The image shows a wolf character wearing military-style boots and a uniform confronting a group of farm animals including sheep, horses, chickens, geese, and other livestock. The wolf is depicted in an anthropomorphized way, standing upright and gesturing at the animals. The image has a sepia/brownish tone and appears to be from historical propaganda materials. At the bottom, there is German text that roughly suggests rejecting the concept of these creatures as mere "animals," implying they are meant to be prey. The composition presents a clear power dynamic between the predatory wolf figure and the gathered farm animals.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image is a sepia-toned poster featuring a wolf in a military uniform, surrounded by various farm animals. The title "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" is written at the top of the image.

  • Title
    • The title "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" is written in white text at the top of the image.
  • Wolf
    • The wolf is depicted wearing a military uniform and hat, with its mouth open as if it is speaking or barking.
    • The wolf is standing on its hind legs, with its front paws raised in a gesture of authority or command.
  • Farm Animals
    • Surrounding the wolf are various farm animals, including:
      • A horse
      • A cow
      • A pig
      • A sheep
      • A goat
      • A chicken
      • A duck
    • The animals are depicted in various poses, some looking up at the wolf with fear or submission, while others appear to be trying to escape or defend themselves.
  • Text
    • At the bottom of the image, there is a quote in German that reads: "Der Begriff des Tieres ist abzulehnen. Er verdreht und verfälscht die Verschiedenheiten von Schaf, Huhn, Gans, Esel, Pferd, Hase, Kalb, Ziege, kurz jener Wesen, die nur dazu da sind, von mir gefressen zu werden."
    • The quote is attributed to John Heartfield, a German artist and photographer.
  • Background
    • The background of the image is a solid brown color, which helps to focus attention on the wolf and the farm animals.

Overall, the image appears to be a commentary on the relationship between humans and animals, with the wolf representing a symbol of power and authority. The farm animals may represent the natural world or the objects of human exploitation. The quote at the bottom of the image suggests that the concept of "animal" is flawed and distorts the differences between various species, implying that humans have a responsibility to treat animals with respect and compassion.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-21

The image is a vintage poster featuring a wolf in a military uniform, surrounded by various animals. The title "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" is prominently displayed at the top.

Key Elements:

  • Wolf: The central figure is a wolf dressed in a military uniform, complete with a hat and boots. It stands on its hind legs, facing to the right.
  • Animals: A diverse group of animals is gathered around the wolf, including:
    • Horse
    • Deer
    • Goat
    • Sheep
    • Duck
    • Goose
    • Chicken
  • Text: The poster features several lines of text in German, which appear to be a quote or message related to the image. The text is written in white and is placed at the bottom of the poster.
  • Background: The background of the poster is a muted brown color, which provides a subtle contrast to the more vibrant colors of the animals and the wolf's uniform.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of unity and cooperation among the animals, with the wolf serving as a leader or symbol of authority. The use of a military uniform and the presence of various animals suggest that the poster may be promoting a message about teamwork, loyalty, or national pride. However, without further context or information about the poster's origins and purpose, it is difficult to provide a more specific interpretation.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image features a vintage poster with a monochromatic sepia tone. At the top of the poster is the title "Die Lehre des Wolfes" in bold white letters. Below the title, there is a German caption written in a cursive style. The main visual element is a cartoon-like illustration of a wolf dressed in a military uniform, holding a sword, and surrounded by various animals, including sheep, goats, ducks, and a horse. The wolf appears to be addressing the animals, possibly giving a speech or a lesson. The poster seems to be an illustration of the concept of "the wolf's teachings" and the idea of different animals being considered as food.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-25

The image features a poster with a text in German that reads "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" at the top. On the right side of the poster, there is a wolf dressed in a military uniform and a hat, with a sword on his waist. The wolf is raising his right paw, and his mouth is open, probably barking. On the left side of the poster, there are various animals, such as a donkey, a duck, a chicken, a goat, a sheep, and a cow.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

This is a photomontage from the Nazi era, created by John Heartfield. The image is a propaganda piece that serves to criticize the Nazi ideology.

Here's a breakdown:

  • The Wolf: The central figure is a wolf, dressed in what appears to be a military uniform, complete with a hat and a sash. This anthropomorphic wolf represents the Nazis and their leadership. The wolf is depicted in a menacing pose, with its mouth open as if to roar or threaten.
  • The "Victims": A collection of various animals is gathered around the wolf, including sheep, goats, a horse, a donkey, ducks, chickens, and others. These animals symbolize the people of Germany and the groups that the Nazis targeted (Jews, foreigners, etc.)
  • Text: The text at the top reads "DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES" which translates to "The Doctrine of the Wolf". There is text in the body of the image in German which reads: ""The Concept of the 'Animal' is to be rejected. It distorts and falsifies the differences of sheep, chickens, geese, donkeys, horses, rabbits, calves, goats, in short those beings that are only there to be eaten by me."

In essence, the photomontage is a critique of Nazi ideology. It portrays the Nazis as wolves, preying on the innocent animals (the population), and their doctrine as one of deception and exploitation. Heartfield used this visual metaphor to condemn the regime's violence, antisemitism, and aggression.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

The propaganda poster "Die Lehre des Wolfes" depicts a wolf dressed in military attire with a saber. It's making a threatening gesture toward a group of farm animals, including a horse, cow, deer, sheep, goat, donkey, goose, chicken, and ducks. The title translates to "The Doctrine of the Wolf" in English.

The text above the image discusses the working session of the Reich group of university professors in the League of National Socialist German Jurists, chaired by Professor Carl Schmitt. It presents the following doctrine: "The concept of the 'human being' is to be rejected. It distorts and falsifies the differences between comrade, citizen, foreigner, and Jew."

The text below the image states: "The concept of the 'animal' is to be rejected. It distorts and falsifies the differences between sheep, chicken, goose, donkey, horse, rabbit, calf, goat, in short, those creatures that are only there to be eaten by me."

The photomontage is credited to John Heartfield. The poster employs symbolism to convey a specific message, associating the wolf with power and dominance over those considered inferior.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a vintage propaganda poster titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes," which translates to "The Teaching of the Wolf." It features an anthropomorphic wolf dressed in a military uniform, standing and seemingly lecturing to a group of various animals. The animals include a horse, goats, sheep, a donkey, geese, a duck, and a chicken. The wolf appears to be in a dominant position, gesturing authoritatively.

The text at the top of the poster reads:
"Die Arbeitslust der Reichsnährgruppe Hochschulbauer in der Reichsstudentenschaft Göttingen ist ungebrochen. In den Vorlesungen von Prof. Carl Schmitt 1933, stieß sie auf das gute Lehrstück: 'Der Begriff des Politischen'. Es ist ein altes Sprichwort, das den Bauern, den Viehzüchtern, Rechtsanwälten, Ausländern der Juden nun..."

The text at the bottom of the poster reads:
"Der Begriff des 'Tieres' ist abzulehnen. Er verdreht und verfälscht die Verschiedenheiten von Schaf, Huhn, Gans, Esel, Pferd, Hase, Kalb, Ziege, kurz jener Wesen, die nur dazu da sind, von mir gefressen zu werden."

This translates to:
"The concept of the 'animal' is to be rejected. It distorts and falsifies the differences between sheep, chicken, goose, donkey, horse, rabbit, calf, goat, in short, those beings that are only there to be eaten by me."

The poster is attributed to "Fotomontage: John Heartfield," indicating that it is a photomontage created by John Heartfield, a renowned German artist known for his political art and anti-Nazi photomontages. The imagery and text suggest a critique of authoritarian ideologies and the manipulation of different groups under a single, oppressive regime.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

This image is a satirical and political propaganda poster titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes" (The Dogma of the Wolf). It appears to be a montage with a cartoonish depiction of various animals, including a wolf in military attire, surrounded by sheep, a horse, a deer, a donkey, a duck, and other farm animals. The text at the top and bottom is in German and criticizes the concept of "animal" (Tier), suggesting that it distorts the differences between animals and implies that some are meant to be preyed upon.

The wolf, wearing a military uniform and hat, is depicted as a leader or instructor, seemingly addressing the animals. The poster's tone is mocking and critical, using the imagery to convey a message about the perceived dangers or deceit associated with the concept of animals. The artist, John Heartfield, is credited at the bottom right of the image. The overall style of the poster is characteristic of 20th-century political satire, often used to convey complex political messages through imagery and text.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-30

This image is a satirical artwork titled "Die Lehre des Wolfes" ("The Lesson of the Wolf"), created by the artist John Heartfield. The poster depicts a wolf dressed in a military uniform, representing a political figure, addressing a group of animals such as sheep, goats, ducks, and other farm animals. The wolf is gesturing with its paws, seemingly giving a speech or lecture to the animals.

The text at the top and bottom of the image is in German. The top text provides context about the artwork, mentioning the "Reichsarbeitsgemeinschaft Hochschullehrer" (Reich Working Group of University Teachers) and its principles. The bottom text reads: "The concept of 'animal' is to be rejected. He distorts and falsifies the differences between sheep, chicken, goose, swan, horse, calf, goat, and briefly all beings that only exist to be eaten by me."

The artwork uses the metaphor of the wolf and the animals to critique and satirize the racist and xenophobic ideologies of the Nazi regime, suggesting that such ideologies are as absurd as a wolf claiming superiority over other animals. The image employs a collage technique, combining elements from different sources to create a new and thought-provoking message.

Text analysis

Amazon

DIE
DES
Begriff
verfälscht
die
Schaf,
Huhn,
Esel,
Hase,
Kalb,
Wesen,
Gans,
gefressen
Pferd,
DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES
LEHRE
WOLFES
verdreht
John
Verschiedenheiten von Schaf, Huhn, Gans, Esel, Pferd, Hase, Kalb, Ziege,
und
Ziege,
kurz
ist
jener
da
des
Er
Verschiedenheiten
abzulehnen.
kurz jener Wesen, die nur dazu da sind, von mir gefressen zu werden."
sind,
mir
unter
werden."
dazu
Heartfield
dem
nur
zu
Deutscher
der
von
Schmitt
"Der Begriff des »Tieres« ist abzulehnen. Er verdreht und verfälscht die
Fotomontage: John Heartfield
genden
Bunde
Carl
Vorsitze
Jude
den
Fotomontage:
Reichsfachgruppe
Prof.
"Der
heiten
»Tieres«
Verschieden
ist abzulehnen, Er verdreht und verfalucht die Verschieden
dem Vorsitze von Prof. Carl Schmitt tagté, stallin den fol.
verfalucht
Reidubürger,
Die "Arbeitssitzung der Reichsfachgruppe Hochschullehrer im
Bunde nationalsozialistischer Deutscher Juristen" die unter
Hochschullehrer
im
Auslander,
heiten von Volksgenosse, Reidubürger, Auslander, Jude uswa
"Arbeitssitzung
genden Lehrett auf "Der Begriff das -Menschen
tagté,
das
abzulehnen,
fol.
Die
Juristen"
auf
Lehrett
Volksgenosse,
-Menschen
stallin
nationalsozialistischer
uswa

Google

DIE LEHRE DES WOLFES Die „Arbeitssitzung der Reidhsfadgruppe Hodschullehrer im Bunde mationalsozialistischen Deutsdher Juristen", die unter dem Vorsitze von Prof. Carl Schmitt tagte, stellte den fol genden Lehnatz aufi „Der Begrilf des Menschene ist abzulehnen. Er verdreht und verfalacht die Venchieden heiten von Volksgenosse, Reidubürger, Auslander, Jude usw. „Der Begriff des »Tieres« ist abzulehnen. Er verdreht und verfälscht die Verschiedenheiten von Schaf, Huhn, Gans, Esel, Pferd, Hase, Kalb, Ziege, kurz jener Wesen, die nur dazu da sind, von mir gefressen zu werden.' Fotomontage: John Heartfield
DIE
LEHRE
DES
WOLFES
Die
„Arbeitssitzung
der
Reidhsfadgruppe
Hodschullehrer
im
Bunde
mationalsozialistischen
Deutsdher
Juristen",
die
unter
dem
Vorsitze
von
Prof.
Carl
Schmitt
tagte,
stellte
den
fol
genden
Lehnatz
aufi
„Der
Begrilf
des
Menschene
ist
abzulehnen.
Er
verdreht
und
verfalacht
Venchieden
heiten
Volksgenosse,
Reidubürger,
Auslander,
Jude
usw.
Begriff
»Tieres«
verfälscht
Verschiedenheiten
Schaf,
Huhn,
Gans,
Esel,
Pferd,
Hase,
Kalb,
Ziege,
kurz
jener
Wesen,
nur
dazu
da
sind,
mir
gefressen
zu
werden.'
Fotomontage:
John
Heartfield