YAYOI KUSAMA’S ‘INFINITE ACCUMULATION’ SCULPTURE SPIRALS INTO LONDON

Yayoi Kusama’s newest public sculpture has made its debut outside the bustling Liverpool Street station in London. Titled ‘Infinite Accumulation,’ the work is a swirling mass of metallic orbs on twisting wires, offering a fresh take on her iconic polka dot theme.

“London is a city of constant movement and diverse cultures,” Kusama told Artnet, reflecting on her inspiration. “The spheres represent individual personalities, while the curving lines suggest an underlying social fabric.”

Standing at 33 feet tall and spanning 40 feet wide, the sculpture now marks the eastern entrance to the Elizabeth Line, a newly opened section of the Tube. This piece is part of a series of public art installations commissioned to celebrate the new line, alongside works by Chantal Joffe and Douglas Gordon. Commissioned by the Crossrail Art Foundation and supported by Kusama’s London gallery, Victoria Miro.

“Liverpool Street commuters and visitors are in for something special,” said Justine Simons, deputy mayor for culture and the creative industries, in a statement. “Art plays a crucial role in London, transforming spaces and connecting communities.”

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