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About the Ronin Gallery

The inviting world of Japanese art at the Ronin Gallery encompasses the largest private collection of 17th through 21st century Japanese prints for sale in the United States. We are a multi-generational family owned and managed business founded in 1975.  In addition to offering an extraordinary collection of fine Japanese prints to both individual and corporate clients, we have traveled to over 150 countries leading expeditions to collect rare and unique art to bring to the market.  Since we first opened the gallery in the Explorer's Club Mansion in New York City, we have striven to meet the highest standards of quality and expertise. We care about the integrity of our art, our staff and our service. Throughout the years the Ronin Gallery has offered unparalleled work by Japan's ancient masters as well as the best of her exciting new talents. We have taken great pleasure in introducing Japanese prints to thousands of people, and we have considered it our privilege to befriend and advise a clientele worldwide. Experience the magic of Japan by visiting our gallery located in the center of New York City at 425 Madison Avenue on the corner of 49th Street one block from Rockefeller Center.

Our Collection

The Ronin Gallery's collection of 17th through 21st century Japanese prints is the largest in the United States. Our gallery is not restricted by artist, period, subject or price; whether you are a seasoned collector or a beginner, a decorator, an institution or an aficionado of Japanese culture we will find the perfect print for you. Each and every one of our clients are important to us. If there is any specific print, artist, subject, period, or price range of art that you are looking for we will be happy to search our extensive collection. If we cannot find in our gallery collection exactly what you are looking for we will put your request in our "want" list and will let you know when it becomes available.

Why Collect?

The Japanese woodblock print has held the West under its spell for over a century and a half. Since Commodore Perry returned to the United States bearing the riches of Japanese culture Western tastes and sensibilities have never been the same. Among the treasures that Perry brought back were ukiyo-e prints that would forever change the course of Western art. One by one the great painters of the day - Manet, Degas, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Monet, Cassatt and Whistler all succumbed to the seductive beauty of Japanese prints, collecting and assimilating the striking compositions, colors and styles into their own work. By the early 20th century, European connoisseurs of art amassed legendary collections and, later, American art lovers began assembling the portfolios that made the United States the world's leading center for the collection of Japanese art.

Japanese Art

Few art forms available today have integrity and lasting value.  Ronin Gallery selects each work for its beauty and quality.  Every piece has an integrity of design and craftsmanship; a spirit that gives them an enduring value that can be passed through generations.  For over 38 years we have been offering fine and important works of Japanese Art.  If you would like an introduction to collecting, please stop by our Madison Avenue gallery or visit our website.