Yayoi Kusama

Yayoi Kusama has established herself as a prominent artist within contemporary art. Throughout her distinguished career, the Japanese artist has developed a unique style for her artistry. Characterized by dots, bold color schemes, and natural forms, her iconic aesthetic is reflected in her pumpkin art, a collection of works that celebrate the subject's "generously unassuming" nature. Rooted in her childhood, Kusama's passion for pumpkins has significantly influenced her artistic work for over 70 years. Whether they appear as detailed illustrations, public sculptures, or installations, Kusama's stylized interpretations of the simple squash have become some of her most well-known works and thus belong to the most iconic masterpieces of contemporary art.