Yayoi Kusama
12 × 12 inches
Oil on raised panel
12 × 12 inches
Oil on raised panel
12 × 12 inches
Oil on raised panel
Yayoi Kusama [1929 - ] is an influential contemporary artist renowned for her iconic polka dots and immersive installations. A key figure in New York’s avant-garde scene in the late 1950s, she significantly impacted both Pop art and Minimalism. After returning to Japan in 1973, Kusama continued creating a diverse range of works, including paintings and performance art.
Her art explores themes of mental health and personal experiences, expressed through her famous Infinity Mirror Rooms. These installations invite viewers into a seemingly endless reflection of lights and patterns, creating a mesmerizing experience. Kusama's work remains prominent, with exhibitions like "Kusama: Cosmic Nature" at the New York Botanical Garden showcasing her unique connection.