phillips08 Clarence Coles Philips

The artwork presents a young woman in a stylized, almost graphic setting. She is seated on what appears to be a golf course scorecard, which dominates the background and provides a grid-like structure for the composition. The scorecard itself contains numerical data related to yardage, par, and scores, suggesting a focus on precision and performance within the context of the sport.
The woman’s attire contributes significantly to the overall aesthetic. She wears a striking outfit featuring horizontal stripes in red and white, paired with a cream-colored skirt and matching shoes. The bold color scheme and geometric patterns create a sense of dynamism and modernity, characteristic of the early twentieth century. Her posture is relaxed yet confident; she holds a golf club casually over her shoulder, suggesting both leisure and skill.
The placement of the word Stymie at the bottom right corner introduces an element of golfing terminology – a strategic situation where an opponents ball obstructs one’s path to the hole. This detail subtly hints at competition and challenge within the seemingly lighthearted scene.
Beyond a straightforward depiction of a female golfer, the painting seems to explore themes of leisure, athleticism, and societal expectations surrounding women in sports during this era. The juxtaposition of the womans fashionable appearance with the technical details of the scorecard implies an intersection of style and performance, hinting at the evolving role of women in public life and recreational activities. The overall effect is one of playful sophistication, blending elements of sport, fashion, and graphic design into a visually engaging composition.