Euhenio Merino

artist

Euhenio Merino is a contemporary Spanish artist known for his provocative works that critique authoritarianism and historical figures associated with oppression. His notable pieces include a life-sized depiction of the dictator Francisco Franco inside a refrigerator, which sparked controversy at the ARCO art fair in Madrid in 2012. Merino's work often blends art with activism, as seen in his recent performance titled 'Kup Generalisimosa,' where a hyper-realistic replica of Franco's head was used as a soccer ball in a symbolic match that marked the 50th anniversary of Franco's death. This performance was part of the Ex Abrupto festival in Barcelona, highlighting the ongoing dialogue about Spain's historical memory and the legacies of its past dictatorships.