Handmade Sumi-Style Brush - Mixed Horsehair with Burned and Engraved Bamboo Handle

This handmade brush is made with premium mixed horsehair, left with its natural, uncut, pointed tips. The bristles have a strong spring and good flex, with a soft feel that still holds its shape well. Absorbency is strong, allowing the brush to carry a generous amount of medium for continuous, fluid mark-making.

The bamboo handle is finished with a burned and engraved pattern, giving it a subtle texture in the hand and a balanced, comfortable feel during use.

This is a larger brush head that performs especially well with fluid, water-based media, where its capacity and movement can really be used.

Best For:

• Fluid acrylic
• Watercolor
• Sumi ink and traditional Asian calligraphy ink
• Water-based inks
• Brusho and other highly fluid pigments

Performance:

• Premium mixed horsehair with uncut, natural tips
• Strong spring with good flex and control
• Soft, responsive feel
• Good absorbency (slightly less than white horsehair, but still very capable)
• Holds a substantial amount of medium for longer, uninterrupted marks
• Able to move between broader strokes and finer lines with pressure adjustment

Specifications:

• Bristle Material: Premium mixed horsehair (uncut tips)
• Bristle Length: Approx. 3 inches
• Handle Length: Approx. 9.5 inches
• Handle Material: Bamboo with burned and engraved pattern
• Total Length: Approx. 12.5 inches
• Hanging Loop: Yes
• Sold Individually

Use Notes:
Designed for water-based and fluid media. Not suitable for cold wax or encaustic painting.