Yayoi Kusama's exhibition that captivated Mexico

Mexico City was captivated by the "Infinite Obsession" exhibition of the late Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, a show that generated such fervor that attendees camped out to secure entry. Inaugurated in September 2014 at the Museo Tamayo, the exhibition's popularity surged as its January 2015 closing date approached.

To accommodate the overwhelming demand, the museum organized a 36-hour marathon, allowing nearly 10,000 people to enter during that continuous period. In total, the exhibition welcomed over 320,000 visitors, a record for any exhibition in Mexico and the first time a retrospective of the artist had been held in Latin America.

The exhibition showcased over 100 works created between 1950 and 2013, including pieces from her "Infinity net" series, the film "Kusama's Self-Obliteration," and immersive installations like "Phalli's field," "Obliteration room," and "Infinity mirror room."

Organized initially by the Malba museum in Buenos Aires, the exhibition also traveled to Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, Sao Paulo, and Chile, leaving a significant cultural impact. Kusama, who passed away on August 14 at the age of 97, famously stated, "The polka dots are fabulous. I want to create 1,000 paintings, maybe 2,000 paintings, as many as I can draw."

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The polka dots are fabulous. I want to create 1,000 paintings, maybe 2,000 paintings, as many as I can draw.