Amsterdam’s Stedelijk Museum opens a major Yayoi Kusama exhibition after her death last month
Summary
The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam has opened a large exhibition showcasing the work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who died in August 2026 at age 97. The exhibition highlights Kusama’s famous use of polka dots and reflects her exploration of mental health and the infinite universe.Key Facts
- Yayoi Kusama died on August 14, 2026, at the age of 97.
- The exhibition is a posthumous tribute to Kusama’s life and artwork.
- Kusama was known for her use of polka dots and repetitive patterns in her art.
- One key installation is titled “Infinity Mirrored Room — The Hope Of The Polka Dots Buried In Infinity Will Eternally Cover The Universe.”
- Kusama used art to cope with hallucinations and mental health challenges from a young age.
- Her work often explores themes of infinity and humanity’s connection to the universe.
- Kusama had ties to the Netherlands and participated in the Dutch ZERO art movement in the 1960s.
- The museum features Kusama’s famous pumpkin sculpture and polka dot decorations on the building and nearby trees.
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