Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97
Renowned Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama has passed away at the age of 97. Known for her iconic polka dot patterns and immersive infinity rooms, she leaves behind a legacy as a global cultural icon.
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Kusama was one of the most influential female artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, significantly impacting contemporary art and pop culture.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Kurumi Mori , Tokyo correspondent and Harry Sekulich Reuters Polka dots, pumpkins and infinity room mirrors are hallmarks of Kusama's artistry Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, who became famous for her colourful polka dot-covered sculptures and installations, has died at the age of 97.
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