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Art Savant Yayoi Kusama passes away at 97

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Elizabeth S. Timbol·27 August 2026, 11:17 am·1 MIN READ

Art Savant Yayoi Kusama passes away at 97
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    • Yayoi Kusama

    Iconic Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama has died in a Tokyo hospital at the age of 97.

    The reclusive artist is best known for her polka dot-adorned paintings and phallic sculptures, Kusama has been shaking up the art scene since the ‘60s. Her “Infinity Room” installations has brought in fans from all over the world. She has also collaborated with luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton on a highly coveted collection of bags.

    The announcement of her death was made by representatives of the Yayoi Kusama Foundation and the Yayoi Kusama Museum on Thursday, and officially lists her passing on August 14.

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