Technically, this is a "triptych" of 3 distinct versions of the same image, not a "merge". It is handsome, and it is good to see you experimenting, but I much prefer the original ojn its own. However, I'd expect that if theis were in a gallery as a large print, many might prefer it to the single-frame shot simply because it so obviously injects an element of "art" into what many might see as "just" a photograph.
The sense of abstraction here is clear and concise. Might I suggest you do a triptych instead of this one? That would really make it stand out. Use the full 640 pixels and with black borders. I think this will really sing ;)
Images are reminiscent of Georgia O'Keefe in terms of hue and tone; repetition brings to mind Andy Warhol. Presented with this sequence, it would be hard to say it was derived from a photo.