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Artist Yayoi Kusama, known for polka dots, dies at 97

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Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, renowned for her distinctive polka dots and pumpkin sculptures, has passed away at the age of 97. Her studio and the Yayoi Kusama Museum in Tokyo confirmed her death, which occurred on August 14 due to multiple organ failure. Tributes have poured in from Hong Kong's arts community, including figures like Bernard Chan of the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and Lam Shu-kam, founder of AllRightsReserved, who expressed their sorrow and shared memories of the artist and her impactful exhibitions. AI

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Artist Yayoi Kusama, known for polka dots, dies at 97

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Cannix Yau ·

    Hong Kong arts figures, fans pay tribute to Yayoi Kusama after her death at 97

    Hong Kong fans and cultural figures have paid tribute to Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama following her death at 97, saying her legacy will inspire generations to come. Among those expressing sadness on Thursday were West Kowloon Cultural District Authority board chairman…

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