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Human Generated Data

Title

The Beetle (Volkswagen Factory)

Date

1953

People

Artist: Peter Keetman, German 1916 - 2005

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Purchase through the generosity of the Cultural Council in the Federation of German Industry, 1992.35

Copyright

© Estate of Peter Keetman

Human Generated Data

Title

The Beetle (Volkswagen Factory)

People

Artist: Peter Keetman, German 1916 - 2005

Date

1953

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Busch-Reisinger Museum, Purchase through the generosity of the Cultural Council in the Federation of German Industry, 1992.35

Copyright

© Estate of Peter Keetman

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Vehicle 99.6
Automobile 99.6
Transportation 99.6
Car 97.6
Machine 97.6
Wheel 97.6
Car 97
Car 96.8
Parking 92.7
Parking Lot 92.7
Car 88
Wheel 83.8
Car 74.2
Car 71.9
Tire 60
Alloy Wheel 57.8
Spoke 57.8

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-10

car 98.7
monochrome 98.4
vehicle 98.1
street 98.1
no person 96.6
transportation system 95.4
people 91.2
travel 90.4
black and white 90.1
city 88.1
rain 86.7
one 85.5
road 84.9
action 79.9
airplane 78.5
light 77.2
competition 76.8
outdoors 75
reflection 74
analogue 73.1

Imagga
created on 2018-02-10

spoiler 45.8
windshield 43.5
airfoil 37.9
screen 34.1
device 31
car 29.9
transportation 24.2
covering 20.7
travel 19.7
automobile 19.1
auto 19.1
transport 17.3
modern 16.8
sky 16.1
grille 14.4
umbrella 14.2
light 14
vehicle 13.8
black 13.8
speed 13.7
city 13.6
road 13.5
architecture 13.4
fast 12.1
street 12
grate 11.5
design 11.3
tire 11
business 10.9
motor 10.6
metal 10.5
drive 10.4
journey 10.3
canopy 10.1
tourism 9.9
sport 9.9
landscape 9.7
driving 9.7
detail 9.7
building 9.6
parasol 9.6
shelter 9.5
elegant 9.4
motion 9.4
style 8.9
color 8.9
office 8.8
urban 8.7
engine 8.7
cloud 8.6
barrier 8.6
space 8.5
new 8.1
water 8
wave 7.8
corporate 7.7
luxury 7.7
summer 7.7
structure 7.6
blur 7.4
technology 7.4
window 7.3
reflection 7.3
sand 7.3
sun 7.2
wheel 7.2
shiny 7.1

Google
created on 2018-02-10

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-10

outdoor 91.1
car 24

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Car
Wheel
Car 97.6%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-10

a car parked in a parking lot 57.8%
a close up of a car 57.7%
a black car on display 57.6%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-03

a photograph of a row of cars parked in a parking lot -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

This black-and-white image features a large parking lot filled with rows of Volkswagen Beetle cars. The cars are neatly aligned, and their curved shapes cast shadows on the ground, creating a visually striking pattern. The background shows a long, industrial-looking building with multiple windows. The perspective is taken from a low angle of the parking lot, focusing on the Beetles from the side and rear views, making the iconic shape of the Beetles the dominant aspect of the image.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-11-19

This image shows a line of Volkswagen Beetle cars parked in an orderly row. The perspective is from ground level, and the photograph is taken from the rear of the vehicles looking forward. Each car's front trunk lid is open, creating a repeating pattern of curves and shadows that draw the eye down the line of cars. The photograph is in black and white, which emphasizes the contrasts and shapes formed by the cars and their open trunks. The background shows a building with a series of windows and little other distinguishable detail. The alignment of the cars and the uniformity of their open trunks suggest this may be a dealership or a manufacturer's lot, possibly preparing for an inspection or showcasing the vehicles. The precision and repetition create a strong visual effect.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2024-12-26

This is a striking black and white photograph showing a long line of Volkswagen Beetles parked in a row. The image appears to be from the 1950s or 1960s, likely taken at a VW dealership or factory lot. What makes this photo particularly artistic is the repetitive pattern of the curved Beetle rooflines and the dramatic shadows they cast on the ground, creating an almost abstract pattern of light and dark stripes. The composition is enhanced by the perspective, with the cars stretching into the distance, and the clean, modernist building visible in the background. The photograph demonstrates how everyday objects, when arranged in sequence, can create a compelling visual rhythm.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2024-11-19

The image shows a row of classic Volkswagen Beetle cars parked in an outdoor setting. The cars are lined up neatly, creating a symmetrical pattern with their distinctive rounded shapes. The vehicles appear to be in a storage or staging area, as the background suggests a large industrial building or warehouse. The image has a stark, high-contrast black and white aesthetic, highlighting the shadows and reflections on the cars' surfaces. The scene conveys a sense of order and organization, reflecting the iconic design and mass-produced nature of the Volkswagen Beetle.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a large parking lot filled with Volkswagen Beetles. The cars are parked in rows, facing the same direction, and are all facing to the left side of the image. The cars are all different colors, including white, black, and dark gray.

In the foreground, there is a car with its hood open, revealing the engine. The background of the image shows a large building with many windows, which appears to be a factory or warehouse. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it was taken at a Volkswagen factory or dealership, possibly during the 1950s or 1960s when the Beetle was first introduced.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-11-30

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a long row of Volkswagen Beetles parked in a lot, with the front ends of the cars facing the camera. The cars are all facing the same direction and are parked in a straight line, with their headlights and grills visible. The cars are all the same model, but they vary in color, with some being dark-colored and others being light-colored. In the background, there is a large building with many windows, and the sky is clear and bright. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of order and precision, with the cars lined up neatly in a row. The image appears to be a promotional photo for the Volkswagen company, showcasing their popular model in a clean and organized setting.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

This black and white photograph shows two rows of parked Volkswagen Beetles, extending into the distance. The cars in the left row have their hoods closed, while those on the right have them raised. This perspective allows a view of the tires and the interior workings of the engine compartment. The hoods cast sharp, angled shadows on the ground.

In the background, a large building with evenly spaced windows stretches across the scene, giving the impression of a factory or a large office complex. The entire scene is bathed in sunlight, creating high contrast and deep shadows, which emphasizes the shape and form of the cars.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

The image is a black and white photograph showing a long line of vintage Volkswagen Beetles parked on a concrete surface. The shot is taken from a low perspective, with the hoods of some of the cars open, creating a layered effect as well as shadows. The cars are neatly aligned, creating a sense of order and repetition. The shadows cast by the cars create a rhythmic pattern on the ground. In the background, a large, multi-windowed building can be seen, indicating a possibly industrial or institutional setting. The overall tone of the image is clean, crisp, and slightly nostalgic, suggesting a moment from the past.

Text analysis

Amazon

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