Yayoi Kusama's Pumpkins: The Story, The Legacy, and The Market
September 15, 2026
Yayoi Kusama devoted her life to a singular vision — and the pumpkin became one of its most enduring expressions. In this short film, we explore the cultural, institutional, and market significance of one of contemporary art's most iconic motifs, from the Venice Biennale and Naoshima Island to auction records at Christie's, Sotheby's, and Phillips worldwide. A tribute to an artist who never set down her brush. Works available at guyhepner.com
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