The Merengue 1955

"The Merengue" is a 1955 painting by Vela Zanetti, a Venezuelan artist known for his Cubist-influenced works. The painting captures a lively scene of musicians playing the merengue, a popular Dominican dance and musical genre. Zanetti's signature Cubist style is evident in the geometric shapes and fragmented forms, giving the figures a sense of dynamism and energy. The use of bold colors and contrasting light and shadow adds to the overall vibrancy of the work.