About our exhibition
Exciting News! Western Queensland Longreach’s Qantas Founders Museum art gallery: Gallery 4730 is thrilled
to announce the arrival of a spectacular artwork by the internationally acclaimed artist Yayoi Kusama! On loan
from the National Gallery of Australia, opening March 16 to September 2024, THE SPIRITS OF THE PUMPKINS
DESCENDED INTO HEAVENS 2017 this free of charge exhibition will proudly be on display for all visitors to
experience.
Known for her enchanting installations, sculptures, and paintings adorned with recurring motifs like dots, eyes,
nets, and pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama's creations delve into repetition and sensory experiences. Prepare to be
immersed in her distinctive style, as this installation takes you on a mind-bending journey through vibrant
colours, mirrors, and intricately crafted pumpkin sculptures.
Dr. Nick Mitzevich, Director of the National Gallery of Australia, praises Yayoi Kusama as one of Japan's most
influential contemporary artists. He lauds the mesmerizing nature of the installation and its unparalleled visual
appeal, expressing his excitement about more people in Regional Australia being able to experience this
remarkable artwork.
Mark your calendars! The official unveiling of THE SPIRITS OF THE PUMPKINS DESCENDED INTO THE HEAVENS from the National Gallery of Australia will be on March 15, 2024, at the Qantas Founders Museum’s;
Gallery 4730. Stay tuned for further details on public programs and announcements coming your way soon!
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Yayoi Kusama THE SPIRITS OF THE PUMPKINS DESCENDED INTO HEAVENS 2017, Purchased 2018 with the assistance of Andrew and Hiroko Gwinnett, © Yayoi Kusama, Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo/ Singapore/ Shanghai
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