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Da Vinci Watercolor Deluxe Wood Box Brush Set of 4Save Up to35%Off listProfessional Sets Of Watercolor Brushes! da Vinci Artist Watercolor Brushes are now available in assorted sets! With short handles specially designed for the watercolor painter, these great brushes feature either smooth synthetic or natural hair and an array of traditional shapes. Each set is… Professional Sets Of Watercolor Brushes! da Vinci Artist Watercolor Brushes are now available in assorted sets! With short handles specially designed for the watercolor painter, these great brushes feature either smooth synthetic or natural hair and an array of traditional shapes. Each set is composed of either two or four brushes, in a choice of shape assortments. Click on the item number to view the contents of each set. Key Features: * Smooth synthetic or soft natural hair * Brushes made by hand * Seamless crimped ferrules * Lacquered short wooden handles * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolor, gouache, and acrylics * Area work and washes * Travel and en plein air painting * Superb brush response & control * Linework and design * Students, teachers, professionals See More
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da Vinci Harbin Kolinsky Series 1526Y 4-Brush Set of RoundsSave Up to31%Off list…firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. The da Vinci Harbin Kolinsky Red Sable Brushes are made from… The Ultimate Kolinsky Red Sable Hair Watercolor Brushes da Vinci Harbin Kolinsky Red Sable Watercolor Brushes Series 1526Y have an extra sharp point and long tapered hair that adds snap and precision to the brush. The series 1526Y Harbin brushes have amazing bristle spring and control along with unsurpassed water-holding capacity. Each brush has a gold-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. The da Vinci Harbin Kolinsky Red Sable Brushes are made from the highest grade of red sable hair from the Tobol and Ussuri river regions in Siberia Key Features: * Kolinsky red sable * Extra-sharp point * Long tapered hair * Rust-resistant seamless ferrule* Anthracite transparent lacquered handle * Spring and control * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolor, rendering, illustration * Area work or fine details * Artist's seeking kolinsky red sable brushes * Students, teachers, professionals * Watercolorists and artists of all skill levels * Finessing delicate glazes with ease See More
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da Vinci Micro-Nova Series 170 & Series 175 Golden Synthetic 4-Brush SetSave Up to30%Off listThe Ultimate miniature detail brush! da Vinci has a lovely range of short-handled NOVA brushes perfect for painting bold shapes and intricate details. Each NOVA brush contains a blend of 3 different diameters of synthetic fiber. These fibers work together to carry large amounts of paint and promote… The Ultimate miniature detail brush! da Vinci has a lovely range of short-handled NOVA brushes perfect for painting bold shapes and intricate details. Each NOVA brush contains a blend of 3 different diameters of synthetic fiber. These fibers work together to carry large amounts of paint and promote clean, even brush strokes. The high-quality, elastic brush fibers maintain their shape even after vigorous use and are easy to clean. da Vinci brushmakers take great pride in selecting only the finest synthetic hair for the brush's longevity and flexibility. Each brush is examined before leaving the workshop to ensure flawless quality. The family-owned company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany, and they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Finest golden synthetic fiber * Seamless nickel-plated brass ferrules * Elastic fibers maintain their shape * Short polished wood handles * Certified green manufacturing with sustainable wood sources * Handmade in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolor and acrylic * Fine detail work * Vigorous use * Miniature and micro painting * Watercolorists of all skill levels * Students, teachers, professionals * Finessing delicate patterns The short-handle Micro-Nova series 170 and series 175 synthetic detail brushes are perfect for painting intricate details. The bristles are made of the finest golden synthetic fiber. The Series 175 brush head is bent by hand at an ideal angle for intricate details. All da Vinci Micro-Nova brushes hold a perfect point and are suitable for all types of miniature, tabletop, and micro painting. See More
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Da Vinci Artist Black Sable Brush Set of 3Save Up to30%Off listConvenient Sets of da Vinci Artist Brush Sets da Vinci Acrylic and Oil Brushes are now available in assorted sets! With long handles specially designed for the acrylic or oil painter, these great brushes feature either smooth synthetic or natural hair and an array of traditional shapes. Top Acryl… Convenient Sets of da Vinci Artist Brush Sets da Vinci Acrylic and Oil Brushes are now available in assorted sets! With long handles specially designed for the acrylic or oil painter, these great brushes feature either smooth synthetic or natural hair and an array of traditional shapes. Top Acryl Long Handle Set of 3: Set contains one Series 7185 Flat size 12, one Series 7485 Filbert size 8, and one Series 7785 Round size 4 Black Sable Brush Set Of 3: Set includes one of each: Series 1640 Round size 2, one series 1840 Bright size 8, and one series 1845 Filbert size 6. Facepainting Brush Set of 3: Set contains one of each: round size 2, round size 6, and flat size 8. Top Acryl Mixed Media Short Handle Brush Set Of 4: Set contains one of each: flat size 6, flat size 10, flat size 14, and round size 6 Beer Mug Brush Set of 6: Six long-handled brushes are presented in a traditional da Vinci beer mug. Contents include one series 7106 flat 20, one series 7106 flat #24, one series 7406 filbert #18, one series 7706 round #16, one series 7189 flat #35, and one series 7789 round #28. Rabi Alieva Brush Set of 2: We have created this set in cooperation with the popular watercolor artist Rabi Alieva. The set includes a traditionally bound size #2 wash brush, made from a mix of natural hair and synthetic fibers, and a size #6 liner brush, made with a Colineo (point) and a Casaneo (brush body). These brushes have breathtaking blue-green handles. Rabi Alieva has included a free watercolor class via a QR code printed on the set insert. Urban Watercolor Journey Brush Set of 4: da Vinci created the Urban Watercolour Journey Set with the author duo May and Berry, who use these brushes for the illustrations in their books. Contents include a series 188 extra pointed size #7, a series 498 size #2 wash brush, a series 5580 round size #0, and a series 5580 flat size #4. Key Features: * Smooth synthetic or soft natural hair * Brushes made by hand * Seamless crimped ferrules * Lacquered long wooden handles * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Acrylic or oil paint * Travel and en Plein air painting * Superb brush response and control * Linework and design * Students, teachers, professionals See More
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Da Vinci Cosmotop Spin Series 488 sz. 3 Quill & Series 5580 sz. 2 RoundSave Up to36%Off listAnimal-Friendly Synthetic Hair Brushes! da Vinci Cosmotop Spin Brushes hold more water than any other synthetic bristle, with a large belly that narrows to a distinct point especially in the round and quill shapes. The blending and arrangement of five different diameters of synthetic hair help… Animal-Friendly Synthetic Hair Brushes! da Vinci Cosmotop Spin Brushes hold more water than any other synthetic bristle, with a large belly that narrows to a distinct point especially in the round and quill shapes. The blending and arrangement of five different diameters of synthetic hair help Cosmotop Spin Brushes mimic the behavior of natural hair. Each brush has a nickel-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. da Vinci Cosmotop Spin Brushes are available in popular shapes and sizes including Round, Rigger, Oval, Flat Wash, and Travel Round! Key Features: * Five diameters of synthetic hair * Mimic the behavior of natural hair * Rust-resistant seamless ferrule * The round has a large belly and sharp point * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany * Popular shapes & sizes: Round, Rigger, Oval, Flat Wash, and Travel Round Perfect For: * Watercolor, gouache, and acrylics * Area work and washes * Travel and en plein air painting * Superb brush response & control * Linework and design * Students, teachers, professionals * Animal-friendly artists See More
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Da Vinci Maestro Series 76 Kolinsky Mini Brush Set of 3Save Up to42%Off list…Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes! Only male Siberian Kolinsky Red Sable fur gathered in winter can earn the "Maestro" designation from da Vinci. da Vinci Maestro Kolinsky Red Sable Watercolor Brushes have an extra sharp point and longer tapered hair length that adds snap and precision to the… MAESTRO The Ultimate Artists' Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes! Only male Siberian Kolinsky Red Sable fur gathered in winter can earn the "Maestro" designation from da Vinci. da Vinci Maestro Kolinsky Red Sable Watercolor Brushes have an extra sharp point and longer tapered hair length that adds snap and precision to the brush. Anticipate amazing bristle spring and control along with unsurpassed water-holding capacity. Each brush has a brass-plated, nickel-plated, or gold-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned Da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features:* Male winter Siberian kolinsky red sable* Extra-sharp point* Longer tapered hair* Rust-resistant seamless ferrule * Spring and control* Unsurpassed water-holding capacity* Each brush is examined* Made in Germany* Perfect For:* Watercolor, rendering, illustration* Area work or fine details* Artist's seeking kolinsky red sable brushes* Students, teachers, professionals* Watercolorists and artists of all skill levels* Finessing delicate glazes with ease* Click on the yellow circle icon for size and set information See More
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da Vinci Frau Holle Loose Watercolor Florals 3-Brush SetSave Up to30%Off listMade in collaboration with Frau Hölle Renowned German watercolorist Frau Hölle collaborated with da Vinci to design two floral brush sets. Each set pairs two extra pointed synthetic rounds with a traditional squirrel brush. Frau Hölle uses the round brushes to create her loose floral watercolors.… Made in collaboration with Frau Hölle Renowned German watercolorist Frau Hölle collaborated with da Vinci to design two floral brush sets. Each set pairs two extra pointed synthetic rounds with a traditional squirrel brush. Frau Hölle uses the round brushes to create her loose floral watercolors. Both sets contain a #1 pure Squirrel round, and Synthetic pointed rounds #2 and #8. The wood box set makes a beautiful gift, and the inner foam protects the brushes when the case is closed. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Pure Squirrel round size #1 * Synthetic extra pointed rounds #2 and #8 * Designed in collaboration with Frau Hölle * Naturally lacquered box with decorative lid * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Floral watercolor paintings * Creating loose floral shapes * Gift giving * Everyday studio use See More
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Da Vinci Petit Gris Pur Series 418 Blue Squirrel Quill Brush Set of 6Save Up to30%Off listUnsurpassed water-holding capacity! Da Vinci Petit Gris Squirrel Watercolor Brushes are full-bodied for different techniques yet come to a controlled point adding precision to any line. The Kazan Russian Squirrel brushes have a fantastic capacity for holding water and are excellent for creating… Unsurpassed water-holding capacity! Da Vinci Petit Gris Squirrel Watercolor Brushes are full-bodied for different techniques yet come to a controlled point adding precision to any line. The Kazan Russian Squirrel brushes have a fantastic capacity for holding water and are excellent for creating continuous lines. The Series 5519 Liner brushes feature extra-long needle-sharp tips made of Kolinsky red sable hair with a brush body made of Kazan squirrel hair. Quill brushes in Series 418 feature pure blue Russian squirrel hair, plastic quills, and transparent lacquered handles. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to ensure that the brush-head is flawless and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned Da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Natural Russian squirrel hair * Quill shape tapered to a point * Liner with extra-long needle-sharp tip * Rust-resistant seamless ferrules * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Short wood handles * Made in Germany * Pure blue squirrel & Kolinsky sable Perfect For: * Watercolorists * Precise line application * Watercolors and gouache * Superb brush response & control * Students, teachers, and professionals * Artists of all skill levels See More
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Da Vinci Kolinsky Red Sable Series 1810 sz. 22 BrightSave Up to30%Off list…Grade Red Sable Brushes! Crafted from Kolinsky-grade pure Red Sable hair, these brushes hold a generous amount of color and impart a soft feel with a natural springiness. da Vinci Kolinsky Red Sable Oil Brushes lay down even precise strokes. The rounds come to an excellent point, and the brights… Pure Kolinsky Grade Red Sable Brushes! Crafted from Kolinsky-grade pure Red Sable hair, these brushes hold a generous amount of color and impart a soft feel with a natural springiness. da Vinci Kolinsky Red Sable Oil Brushes lay down even precise strokes. The rounds come to an excellent point, and the brights have a flawless chisel edge that resists splitting. Fat Filberts offer triple the thickness of other Sable brushes with a shorter hair length compared to standard filberts. Chock-full of hair, the extra full-body makes maneuvering thick-bodied paint a breeze and handles delicate glazes with precision. Handmade da Vinci Kolinsky Red Sable Oil Brushes are excellent for both water-soluble and traditional oils. Each brush is hand-cupped and tied before the bundle is glued and crimped into a nickel-plated, seamless ferrule. Before leaving the brush workshop, each handmade brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Pure Kolinsky Red Sable hair * Long lacquered handle * Sustainable European wood * Nickel-plated seamless ferrule * Extra full-bodied brushes * Unsurpassed color-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Traditional or water-soluble oil * Linework and design * Artist's seeking kolinsky red sable * Students, teachers, professionals * Creating precise linear strokes * Maneuvering heavy paint with skill * Painting delicate glazes with ease See More
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Da Vinci Kazan Series 700 & Series 707 Squirrel Striping Brush Set Of 2Save Up to30%Off listSuperior Professional Dagger Stripers! Da Vinci Kazan Traditional Squirrel Daggers have sword-shaped bristles that are ideal for pinstriping, hand lettering, and ornamental designs. Handmade in Germany, these brushes feature brass ferrules and imitation cedar handles. The dagger stripers are made… Superior Professional Dagger Stripers! Da Vinci Kazan Traditional Squirrel Daggers have sword-shaped bristles that are ideal for pinstriping, hand lettering, and ornamental designs. Handmade in Germany, these brushes feature brass ferrules and imitation cedar handles. The dagger stripers are made with natural Kazan squirrel hair highly prized for its length, superb tip, and elasticity. The soft squirrel hair is highly absorbent, and when wet comes to an excellent point. Squirrel hair has little or no spring and is perfect for creating precise linear strokes. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned Da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Sword-Shaped Bristles * Natural Squirrel Hair * Handmade in Germany * Brass ferrules and imitation cedar handles * Up to 2-3/16” inch Bristle Length * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Sizes Range 0 through 4 * Excellent point Perfect For: * Pinstriping * Hand Lettering & Sign Painting * Watercolor and Gouache * Superb brush response and control * Precise linear strokes * Artists of all skill levels See More
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Norma Blue Water Mixable Oil 35ml Set of 8 + 200ml Water-Mixable Oil Painting MediumSave Up to36%Off listAssorted Colors Water-Mixable, Environmentally Conscious, Vegan Oil Paint NORMA Blue Water-Mixable Oils by Schmincke are ideal for painting without solvents in the studio or classroom. The high-quality line comprises 48 brilliant colors guaranteed to ignite your passion for oil painting. The oils can be used pure, diluted with water, or combined with the NORMA Blue mediums. You can easily clean any used brushes or tools with soap and water. Enhance your artwork further with Schmincke's collection of five NORMA Blue mediums, designed to simplify your painting experience. Some of the mediums have an accelerating or retarding effect on the drying time, while others can be used to increase gloss. A special linseed oil completes the range of the NORMA Blue mediums. Key Features: * Low-odor water-mixable oils * Buttery consistency * Highly pigmented and lightfast * Low yellowing * Vegan and eco-friendly * Formulated from high-quality vegetable oils * No cobalt, cadmium, or zinc oxide pigments used * Allergy-friendly: no preservatives * Cleans up with water Perfect For: * Alla prima and traditional oil techniques * Environmentally conscious artists * Painting without any harsh chemicals * Sampling brilliant color ranges * Indoor painting and classroom use * Plein air painters Painting Medium Blue: 1:1 Lean painting medium, watery, oil-free, and low odor. This medium supports the traditional oil paint consistency and makes the oil paint smoother. Please note you should not use this medium with traditional oil paints. Medium 2 Blue: Fat painting medium for water-mixable oil colors. Water thinnable, retards drying, and allows for longer wet-on-wet painting time. The high oil content increases gloss and forms a soft elastic film. Medium 2 can also be used with traditional oil paints. Dosage: Do not exceed a mixture of 1:1 if possible. Contains: modified safflower oil, poppy oil, and siccative. Medium 3 Blue: Is a painting medium with oil content for water-mixable oil colors. You can dilute it with water. The medium accelerates drying, increases gloss, and makes paint layers more resistant. Medium 3 can also be used with traditional oil paints. Contains: modified linseed oil and siccative. Linseed Oil Blue: Modified linseed oil, water-dilutable, and used as an additional binder for water-mixable oil colors. It can also be used for traditional oil paints. Contains: modified linseed oil. Transparent/Gloss Medium Blue: Is a very fat painting medium for water-mixable oil colors. You can dilute it with water. The medium increases transparency enhances gloss, and softens brush marks. Use it only on the upper layers of paint. Transparent/Gloss Medium can also be used with traditional oil paints. Shake before use. Contains: modified linseed oil, safflower oil, and siccative. See More
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Da Vinci Kagalovska Series 11492 Synthetic Quill Brush Set of 3Save Up to30%Off list…brushes! da Vinci Kagalovska Quill Brushes have a full-bodied bristle that comes to a controlled point for precise lines. da Vinci designed the signature brushes in collaboration with artist Victoria Kagalovska. The extra soft synthetic hair has a lot of spring and can hold a lot of water. Their… Traditionally bound quill watercolor brushes! da Vinci Kagalovska Quill Brushes have a full-bodied bristle that comes to a controlled point for precise lines. da Vinci designed the signature brushes in collaboration with artist Victoria Kagalovska. The extra soft synthetic hair has a lot of spring and can hold a lot of water. Their extraordinary water-holding capacity makes them great for watercolor washes. You can use the quill shape for wash techniques or lettering and design. All the brushes have a durable plastic quill ferrule. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is shaped by hand and examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Extra soft synthetic fiber * Designed in collaboration with artist Victoria Kagalovska * Tapered quill shape * Plastic quill ferrule * Great spring and control * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolorists and artists of all skill levels * Fashion illustration and design * Calligraphy and lettering * Students, teachers, and professionals * Everyday studio use See More
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Da Vinci Casaneo Series 5598 New Wave Synthetic 3-Brush Frame Box SetSave Up to30%Off list…Synthetic Watermedia Brush! The number one choice for the Urban Sketching movement, watercolors, gouache, and acrylics, the da Vinci Casaneo brushes feature da Vinci's innovative synthetic "wavy fiber" that has an incredible water-holding capacity yet returns to its original shape better than… The Ultimate Synthetic Watermedia Brush! The number one choice for the Urban Sketching movement, watercolors, gouache, and acrylics, the da Vinci Casaneo brushes feature da Vinci's innovative synthetic "wavy fiber" that has an incredible water-holding capacity yet returns to its original shape better than any natural squirrel brush. Excellent for watercolors, gouache, acrylics, inks, silk painting, and calligraphy, these watercolor brushes are perfect for travel and painting en plein air. Each brush has a nickel-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. da Vinci Casaneo Synthetic Brushes are available in popular shapes and sizes including Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler! Plus Many Convenient sets! Key Features: * Many Shapes, Sizes and Sets * Popular shapes & sizes: Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler * Synthetic squirrel hair * Mimic the behavior of natural hair * Rust-resistant seamless ferrule * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolors, gouache, and acrylics * Area work and washes * Travel and en-plein air painting * Superb brush response & control * Portraits and silk painting * Linework and design * Artist's seeking synthetic brushes * Students, teachers, professionals * Animal-friendly artists See More
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Colineo Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Brush Gift Box Set of 3Save Up to30%Off list…to mimic Kolinsky * This new synthetic fiber is unique to da Vinci, developed over the last 5 years * Composition of straight and wavy synthetic fibers in different lengths with extra fine tips, precise point, high elasticity and color absorption * Ideal for watercolor, gouache, oil and ink work… Synthetic brushes made to mimic Kolinsky Sable Can you spot the difference between Colineo and real sable? For many years, brush makers have worked to find a synthetic that could imitate Kolinsky Red Sable hair. This research has been going on for years because of the intricate nature of sable, which is now very rare and expensive. da Vinci has finally cracked the code with its Colineo Brushes. Each brush is made with a balanced blend of different lengths of straight and wavy synthetic fibers. These fibers have extra fine tips that taper to a point and mimic natural sable. At the same time, the Colineo brushes have a lot of spring and are highly absorbent. All these features help Colineo give a convincing imitation of Red Sable hair. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. They produce well-made, elegant, and durable brushes utilizing the latest innovations. Key Features: * Synthetics made to mimic Kolinsky Sable * Extra fine tips taper to a point * The fibers have a lot of spring * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Short handle: watercolor and gouache * Long handle: oil paint * Area work or fine details * Students, teachers, professionals * Watercolorists and artists of all skill levels * Finessing delicate glazes with ease Why choose da Vinci Colineo Synthetic Kolinsky Red Sable for Watercolor: * A new crimped fiber, multi-diameter synthetic to mimic Kolinsky * This new synthetic fiber is unique to da Vinci, developed over the last 5 years * Composition of straight and wavy synthetic fibers in different lengths with extra fine tips, precise point, high elasticity and color absorption * Ideal for watercolor, gouache, oil and ink work * Beautiful hand-milled handles from sustainable European forests * Made in Germany, da Vinci is family owned and committed to artists since 1890 See More
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