Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her sculptures and installations around the world, has died at the age of 97.
Kusama died on 14 August at a hospital in Tokyo, her studio said on Thursday. The cause of death was not disclosed.
“She continued to paint until her final days, never setting aside her brush, and continued exploration of forever love and eternal soul,” the studio's statement said. “We will carry forward Kusama’s wishes and, through art, continue to bring hope and strength for the future to people around the world.”
Kusama was best known for her colourful, psychedelic works featuring repetitive patterns, especially her trademark dots. Her works exhibited in major museums worldwide.
“Polka dots are fabulous,” Kusama said in a 2012 interview with The Associated Press, appearing in her signature orange bob wig and polka dot attire.
