Company says Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across the art world, died earlier this month

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has died at the age of 97, according to company reports stating she passed away earlier this month. Renowned as the high priestess of polka dots, Kusama gained global fame for her repetitive and dreamlike artworks. Her influential portfolio, which includes the iconic polka dotted pumpkins and the immersive Infinity Rooms, has been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums worldwide, leaving a significant mark on the international art world.