Da Vinci Red Sable Watercolour Set — Synthetic Round
Material
Synthetic (Synthetic)
Shape
Round
Vegan
Yes
Best for
Watercolour, Gouache, Ink
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A classic Kolinsky sable round for smooth, precise painting and reliable point control.
Da Vinci Series 36 is another long-handle Kolinsky sable round, and in the market it sits alongside Series 35 as a professional-grade fine hair brush. The distinction is usually one of sizing, profile, or series family rather than a radically different purpose, so the key expectation remains a premium sable round with strong point control and fluid paint handling. It is suitable for artists who want a brush that can handle both detail and moderate paint capacity without feeling brittle. In the same price bracket as high-end synthetic rounds, Series 36 should feel softer and more expressive, especially in wet media. Compared with lower-cost sable, the advantage is usually a more consistent tip and a more dependable belly, which matters when the brush is used repeatedly for small but demanding work. artsupplies.co
What makes this brush special
Expect a supple, controlled response. The hairs should gather into a point cleanly and hold that point through repeated strokes, while the belly feeds paint steadily enough for several small marks. A good Kolinsky round like this feels precise but not dry: it bends enough to help the painter, then comes back to shape without fuss. That balance is why premium rounds stay popular despite their higher cost. shop.stuartstevenson.co
Medium compatibility
Watercolour
Smooth flow for washes, controlled lines and fine points.
Gouache
Handles opaque water-based paint when thinned to a brush-friendly consistency.
Ink
Good for fluid inks; clean promptly after use.
Great for
Detailed painting where a stable point is essential.
Watercolour and thin-media work with controlled paint flow.
General fine-art and hobby use when a premium round is preferred.
Technique & use
General Painting
Glazing & Blending
Less ideal for
Strong scrubbing or texture-heavy applications.
Drybrushing and rough weathering tasks.
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How to care for your brush
Wash the brush as soon as possible after use with lukewarm water and a mild brush soap. Keep the cleaning gentle so the point is not bent sideways or split, and never leave the brush soaking in water. Dry it reshaped and stored where the tip will not be crushed. Natural sable brushes benefit from regular, careful cleaning more than occasional harsh treatment. etsy
