Cut Meringues 1961

"Cut Meringues" is a 1961 oil painting by Wayne Thiebaud, known for his depictions of everyday objects like food. The painting features a still life of several slices of layered cake, arranged on plates on a white surface. Thiebaud's signature style is evident in the thick impasto and bold colors, lending a sense of tangible presence and almost sculptural quality to the subject. The work is a fine example of his Pop Art influences, while also showcasing the artist's unique ability to elevate the ordinary to a heightened sense of visual interest.