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Yayoi Kusama
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The definitive catalogue offers an in-depth exploration of Yayoi Kusama's seven-decade career, including rare early works and new productions. Recognised as one of contemporary art's most influential figures, Yayoi Kusama has gained cult status through her exploration of repetitive patterns and structures—especially her signature polka dots...
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The definitive catalogue offers an in-depth exploration of Yayoi Kusama's seven-decade career, including rare early works and new productions.
Recognised as one of contemporary art's most influential figures, Yayoi Kusama has gained cult status through her exploration of repetitive patterns and structures—especially her signature polka dots and mirror rooms, which immerse viewers in seemingly infinite worlds. This catalogue, accompanying Kusama's retrospective in Riehen/Basel, Cologne, and Amsterdam, showcases the broad spectrum of media she has engaged with over the years, spanning painting, sculpture, installations, drawing, collage, happenings, live performances, fashion, and literature.
Organised in close collaboration with the artist and her studio, the exhibition provides a comprehensive overview of Kusama's more than seven-decade career. In addition to some of her most iconic works, the exhibition and catalogue include early pieces never before seen in Europe, as well as new productions.
The die-cut, printed American dust jacket with mirror foil on the inside can be unfolded and used as a poster. Any minor folds or bubbles in the foil are natural effects of the material, which reacts to its environment.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9783775760331
Publisher: Hatje Cantz
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 November 2025
Country: Germany
Imprint: Hatje Cantz
Illustration: 280 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 205.0mm
Height: 260.0mm
Weight: 1280g
Pages: 268
About the Author
Yayoi Kusama (*1929, Matsumoto) is one of the most renowned Japanese artists, known for her immersive installations, polka dots, and Infinity Mirror Rooms. Active for over seven decades, she has worked across painting, sculpture, performance, and literature. Kusama's art explores themes of repetition, obsession, and the infinite. A pioneer of contemporary art, she has achieved global recognition and continues to influence generations of artists. Kusama lives and works in Tokyo.
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