IS2 007 Alfons Kieffer 03 Alfons Kieffer

Here we observe a full-length depiction of a young woman viewed from behind. The composition is vertically oriented, emphasizing her posture and the lines of her attire. She stands in what appears to be a studio setting, indicated by the plain background which lacks detail or environmental cues.
The subject’s clothing dominates the visual field. A vibrant pink tracksuit, rendered with a glossy sheen suggesting synthetic materials, clings to her form. The jackets back features an embroidered emblem – a stylized crest of some kind – that draws attention to the garment’s branding. Her footwear consists of high-heeled shoes that further accentuate her height and contribute to a sense of deliberate presentation. A matching pink handbag hangs from her shoulder, completing the coordinated ensemble.
The womans hair is styled in a voluminous, layered cut characteristic of the late 1970s or early 1980s. Her head is turned slightly, allowing for a glimpse of a smiling expression that conveys confidence and perhaps a touch of playful self-awareness. The lighting highlights her features and creates reflections on the fabric, enhancing its visual impact.
The subtexts within this drawing revolve around themes of consumerism, fashion, and idealized femininity. The emphasis on branded clothing suggests an endorsement of a particular lifestyle or status symbol. The womans posture – upright and poised – projects an image of athleticism and control, while her attire simultaneously conveys a sense of leisure and luxury. The glossy rendering contributes to the overall impression of artificiality and manufactured perfection, hinting at the constructed nature of beauty standards prevalent during this era. The drawing seems intended as promotional material, likely for athletic wear or fashion accessories, rather than an exploration of deeper psychological themes.