Isabey Kolinsky Sable Round Brush, Series 6116 – Size 4

Isabey is a French brushmaker whose brushes have long been a familiar sight in artists’ studios, and the company offers a broad choice of natural-hair and synthetic brushes for every medium. This group brings together Isabey brushes made with Kolinsky sable, the most sought-after hair for fine painting.

Kolinsky hair comes from the tail of the Siberian weasel. It is prized for its fine points, strong spring and the way each hair holds colour and releases it steadily, so a single loaded stroke goes further and a round snaps back to a sharp point.

The range includes rounds (Series 6116), flats (6167), almond-shaped heads (6168), riggers for long fine lines (6318) and quills (6728). Use them for watercolour, gouache and ink, or with fluid acrylic and oil glazes where you want control and a smooth, even stroke. Rinse in clean water, reshape the point and store upright or flat to protect the hair.

Key features

• Kolinsky sable hair for a fine point and excellent spring
• Holds plenty of colour and releases it evenly
• Rounds, flats, almond heads, riggers and quills
• Suits watercolour, gouache, ink and fluid media
• Several sizes in each series

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