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Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97WorldPing

Japan's Yayoi Kusama, one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, has died aged 97, her company said Thursday, triggering tributes from fans around the world.

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