Making Things Public: Archaeologies of the Spanish Civil War

Artistic Analysis of "The Weeping Woman": A Plan to Develop a New Work

The meaning of artistic work continues to evolve to mold into new forms and shapes. The current sociological and economic developments are significantly influencing the artistic creations. Women have the power in the society, and, therefore, they have the freedom to do jobs, own businesses, and at a personal level, they now possess the option of sexual orientation. The modern era remained quite merciful towards women who had a role of sexual slaves in the past. The Romans along with the Greeks considered the females as toys that had a function of providing comfort to warriors. Females were responsible for taking care of domestic chores, and they had no right of receiving payments against their services. However, males identified and treated them as trophies, and they collected them according to their level of bravery in the battlefield. Additionally, Romans followed a tighter regime based on merit before awarding a warrior with a beautiful mate. Men had to prove their worthiness in front of the enemies prior to placing his hands on the reward. The social conditions rapidly improved for women in America and Europe during The Great Depression. The societies called upon their females to assist in the journey of economic rehabilitation. The capitalistic interests needed assistance of females in order to fulfill their economic agendas, and labor shortage caused businessmen to turn towards suppressed factions of the societies for help. Africans, Hispanics, Asians had an opportunity to earn social respect in the communities by transforming into active participants. The economic needs created by the worst economic disaster in the history of mankind caused millions of people to starve, but at the same time, it gave hope to many disadvantaged souls. The development of women impressed the government of John F. Kennedy to give basic human and civil rights to them and other racially suppressed ranks of the American society.

"The Weeping Woman" is created by Spanish artist, Pablo Picasso in 1937 on the canvas using the oil painting technique, depicted a historical, social reality that involved the suppression and killing of women and children during the Spanish civil war (Picasso, 1937). The painter also attempted to illustrate his concerns about the emergence of a professional woman whose talents were being used by corporate sector in order attain economic growth. However, Picasso may have forgotten that pain is an important part of the process referred to as personal development. The women do not have any social restrictions that forbid them from engaging in sports, business, arts, and many other fields. This strong social development in terms of better understanding sex roles occurred because females of the past dared to take a step in the right direction. They may have faced pain and despair, but in the end, they emerged victoriously (Gonzalez-Ruibal, 2007). Females are currently serving in armed forces. They have high ranks in law enforcement agencies as well. They have managed to break the glass ceiling by moving up the ladder in the corporate world (Barnes, Davis, & Rogers, 2006). The featured work of Picasso had an impression of the realistic school of thought, and, therefore, it represented a reality of a woman in his time. The time has come when the meaning of "The Weeping Woman" must change in order to incorporate new developments in the role of women in the society.

This paper will provide a theoretical description of a new work that will provide a novel meaning to the historical painting of Pablo Picasso. The newer version will use same color scheme as its previous version. The only change will be present in the form of a cherished face of the lady in the picture. The image will guide the audience about appearance of newness in females' roles in the community. The painting will have a message of hope and inspiration for the next generation of females all around the world. The painting will rear behind the foundations of optimistic school of thought in arts, and it will lead females towards gaining an understanding of their potential. They have a real chance to become leaders, and they can have happiness with the freedom of doing what they want to do. The new form of Pablo's work will surely impress women to embrace change regarding their improving images in the cultures that were standing against them a few decades ago. The fight of females for getting their fundamental rights is over, but they can have much more. The women have a responsibility of procreating a new life, and, therefore, he gave them a charm that they might apply to nurture their young both physically and spiritually. Women can use their talents in order to become effective leaders in the professional area of their choice. They do not have any notable social barriers standing in their way of growth. One can have happiness by giving that to others. The women of the present era can have fulfilling lives if they show willingness to evolve, and that is the essential word of the proposed artwork. The conceptualized work does not have an objective of imitation, but it has the purpose of adding value to the work. Still, many individuals can argue that females do not have the full level of autonomy in the community, and the philosophical basis of a new work is weak, but the picture will provide a source of inspiration to many females as well so it will fulfill its objective despite the criticism. Furthermore, one can clearly see that females have come a long way from playing a social role of sex workers, and, therefore, they need to celebrate their magnificent development. The challenges are however there, and females have to surmount them. The presence of difficulties plow an ideal ground for achieving growth, and the women need to treat them as opportunities for growth. They need to work hard before reaching their desired social state, but they have a good start, and stereotypes about them are finally melting down.