One of Japan’s most beloved artists, Yayoi Kusama (b. 1929) has managed to create a world of her own through iconic polka dots and pumpkins. Her artworks are mainly based on conceptual art, minimalism and surrealism. Her most famous works include Infinity Room and Pumpkins.

A defining moment in her career was her meeting with the master of Pop Art, Andy Warhol, who was also the first buyer of Yayoi Kusama’s works. Famous is the collaboration with Louis Vuitton in 2012 that was renewed in 2022 as well.