Oi, Motoi (1910 - 2004 )
Motoi Oi was born Japan in 1910. His professional artistic career began when he was commissioned to create a number of murals. After World War II, his art was exhibited throughout Japan. In the late 1950s, Oi moved to New York. There he began teaching art at Queen's College, and at the Brooklyn Institute of Art & Science. As the founder of the Sumi-e Society of America, he received the Order of the Rising Sun from the Emperor of Japan for his work in US-Japanese cultural relations. His prints and paintings can be found in renowned collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art New York and the National Gallery in Washington.
Ronin Annex | Art & Gifts
Uncover affordable art prints and great values in fine East Asian art from the 18th-21st century in Ronin Annex. From original ukiyo-e woodblock prints and modern reprints, to out-of-print books and conservation supplies, everything in this collection is priced under $500. Unyieldingly beautiful and forever unique, these pieces are perfectly suited for both the new collector and the longtime connoisseur. With over 1000 works of art priced under $500, let Ronin Annex help you find a meaningful gift, decorate your home, protect your collection, and craft your library.