Horsehair Mark-Making Brush — Burned Bamboo Handle

This brush is handcrafted with premium black horsehair and a fire-cured bamboo handle. The burned pattern on the bamboo creates a striking visual texture, giving the brush a bold, contemporary look while still honoring traditional sumi-style design. The natural flex and fine tips of the horsehair make this brush ideal for expressive ink work, washes, gestural strokes, and detailed mark-making.

At the end of the handle, I’ve added a metal tab and a leather hanging strap so the brush can be stored or displayed easily. Each brush is made by hand, one at a time, and has its own distinct character.

Brush Features

• Premium black horsehair with great spring and responsiveness
• Excellent absorbency for ink, watercolor, and other water-based mediums
• Burned bamboo handle with unique fire-patterned markings
• Metal tab + leather hanging strap for storage and display
• Comfortable, elongated handle for controlled or loose, expressive work
• Handmade, one-of-a-kind construction

Specifications

• Total Length: Approx. 13"
• Bristle Length: Approx. 3"
• Handle Material: Fire-cured bamboo with a unique burn pattern
• Mediums: Best for water-based inks, watercolor, and fluid media
• Not recommended for: encaustic

Why This Brush Stands Out

The fire-cured bamboo has a dynamic pattern that feels both organic and intentional, and the horsehair bristles create a wide range of marks—from soft, sweeping washes to tight, clean striated lines. This brush flows beautifully with ink and has a smooth, balanced feel in the hand.

If you enjoy tools that carry both function and visual artistry, this brush is a special addition to your studio.