Yayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across the art world, dies at 97 in Tokyo

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died, her studio said Thursday. She was 97.

Yayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across the art world, dies at 97 in Tokyo

TL;DR

  • Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has died at age 97.
  • She was famous for her signature polka dots.
  • Her work included paintings, sculptures, and museum installations.
  • Her studio confirmed her death on Thursday.