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Pioneering Japanese Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97

World-renowned artist Yayoi Kusama has died at age 97, leaving behind a legacy defined by her iconic polka dot installations and immersive sculptures. Tributes have poured in globally as museums convert exhibitions into memorials for the avant-garde icon.

27 Aug, 02:13 — 27 Aug, 07:16
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ReutersVery High5h 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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BBCHigh2h 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 Factual3h 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 Factual4h 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 Factual5h 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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NPRHigh4h 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-mailHigh4h 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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DWHigh4h 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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France 24High3h ago

Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Japan's Yayoi Kusama, one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, has died aged 97, her company said Thursday, triggering tributes from fans around the world.

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sydney-morning-heraldMostly Factual5h 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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YahooMostly Factual3h ago

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who filled the world with polka dots, dead at 97

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual3h 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 Factual5h 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 Factual3h 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 Factual5h 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 Factual5h 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 Factual4h 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

By Reuters

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tempo-englishMostly Factual2h ago

Japan's 'Polka Dot Queen' Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died of multi-organ failure at a hospital in Tokyo on August 14.

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star-malaysiaMixed5h ago

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

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

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nl-timesMostly Factual37m ago

Yayoki Kusama exhibit in A'dam Stedelijk Museum turned into tribute after artist's death

The Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.

By 91284

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star-kenyaMixed3h ago

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97 - the-star.co.ke

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97  the-star.co.ke

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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

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

star-malaysia27 Aug, 02:31

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

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

wsj27 Aug, 03:42

Contemporary Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97 - WSJ

NPR27 Aug, 03:42

Yayoi Kusama, high priestess of polka dots, has died

Daily Star BD27 Aug, 03:44

Japan's "polka dot queen" Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97 - The Daily Star

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

politiken27 Aug, 03:59

Verdenskendt japansk kunstner er død

France 2427 Aug, 04:03

Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

der-standard27 Aug, 04:03

Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama gestorben

die-presse27 Aug, 04:13

Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama ist tot

star-kenya27 Aug, 04:14

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97 - the-star.co.ke

hindustan-times27 Aug, 04:17

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

Yahoo27 Aug, 04:30

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who filled the world with polka dots, dead at 97

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

jerusalem-post27 Aug, 04:47

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

aktuality-sk27 Aug, 04:47

Vo veku 97 rokov zomrela uznávaná japonská avantgardná umelkyňa a spisovateľka Jajoi Kusamaová

BBC27 Aug, 04:54

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

nrk27 Aug, 04:56

Den japanske kunstneren Yayoi Kusama er død

tempo-english27 Aug, 04:57

Japan's 'Polka Dot Queen' Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97

delfi-lt27 Aug, 05:01

Mirė japonų avangardo menininkė Yayoi Kusama

la-vanguardia27 Aug, 05:21

Muere a los 97 años Yayoi Kusama, la pionera artista de vanguardia

ruv27 Aug, 05:30

Doppudrottningin er látin

klix-ba27 Aug, 05:49

Preminula Yayoi Kusama, japanska umjetnica koja je tačkama obilježila savremenu umjetnost

gulf-news27 Aug, 05:49

Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

national-uae27 Aug, 06:09

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

CNN27 Aug, 06:18

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 - CNN

irish-independent27 Aug, 06:20

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, ‘princess of polka dots’, dies at 97

faz27 Aug, 06:20

Star der Avantgarde: Japanische Künstlerin Yayoi Kusama gestorben

observador27 Aug, 06:22

Artista japonesa Yayoi Kusama morre aos 97 anos

telex27 Aug, 06:31

Meghalt Kuszama Jajoi, a japán művész, aki pöttyökbe borította a világot

orf27 Aug, 06:31

Yayoi Kusama ist tot

svenska-dagbladet27 Aug, 06:40

Konstnären Yayoi Kusama är död

der-spiegel27 Aug, 06:43

Yayoi Kusama ist tot: Weltberühmte japanische Künstlerin mit 97 Jahren gestorben

vijesti-me27 Aug, 06:47

Japanska umjetnica, koja je halucinacije pretvarala u umjetnost,...

naftemporiki27 Aug, 06:52

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

de-volkskrant27 Aug, 07:00

Achter de vrolijke stippen en pompoenen school een obsessieve drijvende kracht van een vrouw die uit wanhoop schilderde

publico27 Aug, 07:09

Artista japonesa Yayoi Kusama morre aos 97 anos

nos27 Aug, 07:13

Yayoi Kusama (97) maakte van haar angsten een 'oneindig universum'

nl-times27 Aug, 07:16

Yayoki Kusama exhibit in A'dam Stedelijk Museum turned into tribute after artist's death

jutarnji-list27 Aug, 07:20Latest update

Umrla je najpoznatija umjetnica svijeta, imala je 97 godina. Čitav je život provela u ludnici, dobrovoljno