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Japanese Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97

Renowned Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, famous for her polka-dot installations and pumpkin sculptures, has died at the age of 97. Her passing marks the end of a prolific career that blended pop culture, activism, and experimental art.

27 Aug, 02:13 — 27 Aug, 04:47
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ReutersVery High2h ago

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97 - Reuters

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97  Reuters

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BBCHigh59m ago

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

The artist died earlier in August after a life "devoted entirely to artistic creation", her company said.

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NYTMostly Factual1h ago

Yayoi Kusama Was the Avant-Garde Radical Who Became a Pop Icon

In her mass-produced ubiquity, Kusama became one of her own dots, spreading her image into every corner of our culture.

By Blake Gopnik

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wapoMostly Factual2h ago

Yayoi Kusama, whose art evoked hallucinatory wonder, dies at 97

Her hypnotic, unconventional works propelled her from near-obscurity to a place in the world’s most prominent museums.

By Juno Carmel

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The GuardianMostly Factual2h ago

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97

From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced vivid paintings, sculptures and vast installations that often drew on her experience of hallucinations Yayoi Kusama, the Japanese outsider artist who reached superstar status after decades living in a psychiatric hospital, has died aged 97. Kusama died in a Tokyo hospital on 14 August. Her death was announced by her studio in a statement on her website. Continue reading...

By Tim Jonze

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NPRHigh1h ago

Yayoi Kusama, high priestess of polka dots, has died

The Japanese artist has died at age 97. Kusama's polka dotted pumpkins, "Infinity Rooms," and other repetitive and dreamlike artworks have been shown in museums and galleries worldwide.

By Elizabeth Blair

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globe-and-mailHigh1h ago

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

Kusama, known for her polka dot-covered paintings and immersive installations, died on Aug. 14, according to an announcement on her website

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DWHigh1h ago

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

From works of "self-obliteration" to polka dotted nudes, the pioneering artist developed a unique body of work likely to be relevant for years to come.

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sydney-morning-heraldMostly Factual2h ago

Avant-garde Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

The artist’s hallucinatory works made her a global superstar.

By Reuters

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual39m ago

Yayoi Kusama controversy: Who was late Japanese artist who died 97? All about racist comments, anti-war protest

Yayoi Kusama's controversial 1960s performances to Infinity Mirror Rooms have built a global legacy.

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straits-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97 - The Straits Times

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97  The Straits Times

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual10m ago

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, known for dots and pumpkins, dies at 97

Kusama, who was candid about her mental health struggles, said New York gave her neuroses. Around 1977, a few years after returning to Japan, she voluntarily entered a mental hospital.

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mainichi-englishMostly Factual2h ago

Japan's 'polka dot queen,' avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka dots, pumpkin sculptures and mesmeriz

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japan-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Acclaimed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

Kusama was known worldwide for her signature polka dots, repetitive patterns and immersive "Infinity Mirror Rooms."

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RapplerMostly Factual1h ago

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97

Frustrated with the confining nature of Japanese society, Kusama left for New York at 27, where she quickly made a name for herself with her paintings, inspired by hallucinations of flashing lights, dots and flowers she had seen since childhood

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First report: Reuters · 27 Aug, 02:13Full coverage: 37 · 3hWindow: 3h
Reuters27 Aug, 02:13First to report

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97 - Reuters

The Guardian27 Aug, 02:17

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97

CNN27 Aug, 02:21

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97, local media reports - CNN

yle-uutiset27 Aug, 02:24

Japanilainen nykytaiteilija Yayoi Kusama on kuollut

channel-news-asia27 Aug, 02:25

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97, Kyodo says

japan-times27 Aug, 02:28

Acclaimed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

berlingske27 Aug, 02:31

Verdenskendt japansk kunstner er død - 97 år

global-times27 Aug, 02:32

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 - Global Times

vg27 Aug, 02:35

Den japanske kunstneren Yayoi Kusama er død

helsingin-sanomat27 Aug, 02:41

Kuolleet | Täplätaiteestaan tunnettu Yayoi Kusama on kuollut

sydney-morning-herald27 Aug, 02:42

Avant-garde Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

mainichi-english27 Aug, 02:47

Japan's 'polka dot queen,' avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

straits-times27 Aug, 02:49

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97 - The Straits Times

aftonbladet27 Aug, 02:49

Konstnären Yayoi Kusama är död

la-repubblica27 Aug, 02:51

Yayoi Kusama è morta, addio alla “regina dei pois” che ha rivoluzionato l’arte cercando l’infinito

wapo27 Aug, 02:56

Yayoi Kusama, whose art evoked hallucinatory wonder, dies at 97

DW27 Aug, 03:01

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

nzz27 Aug, 03:06

KURZMELDUNGEN - Kultur: Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama mit 97 Jahren gestorben

globe-and-mail27 Aug, 03:07

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

Rappler27 Aug, 03:09

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97

el-universal-english27 Aug, 03:16

Muere la artista japonesa Yayoi Kusama a los 97 años

tagesschau27 Aug, 03:16

Avantgarde-Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama gestorben

svenska-dagbladet27 Aug, 03:24

Yayoi Kusama är död

de-volkskrant27 Aug, 03:40

Japanse kunstenares Yayoi Kusama overleden op 97-jarige leeftijd

NPR27 Aug, 03:42

Yayoi Kusama, high priestess of polka dots, has died

20-minuten27 Aug, 03:45

Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama gestorben

le-figaro27 Aug, 03:53

Yayoi Kusama, l’artiste avant-gardiste japonaise et folle reine des pois, est morte à l’âge de 97 ans

NYT27 Aug, 03:56

Yayoi Kusama Was the Avant-Garde Radical Who Became a Pop Icon

BBC27 Aug, 03:57

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

politiken27 Aug, 03:59

Verdenskendt japansk kunstner er død

der-standard27 Aug, 04:03

Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama gestorben

die-presse27 Aug, 04:13

Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama ist tot

hindustan-times27 Aug, 04:17

Yayoi Kusama controversy: Who was late Japanese artist who died 97? All about racist comments, anti-war protest

capital-bg27 Aug, 04:31

Снимка на деня: Японската авангардна художничка Яйои Кусама почина на 97-годишна възраст

iefimerida27 Aug, 04:38

Πέθανε η Γιαγιόι Κουσάμα: Η Γιαπωνέζα πρωτοποριακή καλλιτέχνιδα με τα πουά και τις κολοκύθες

orf27 Aug, 04:46

„Polka Dots“: Japans Kunstikone Kayoi Kusama ist tot

jerusalem-post27 Aug, 04:47Latest update

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, known for dots and pumpkins, dies at 97