This durable brush withstands a great deal of use, cleans easily and will outlast a natural hair brush. It's made in Germany for painters who prefer a top quality synthetic brush to a mid-range sable. Microscopic bumps on the synthetic filaments increase their paint-carrying capacity. The brush head is carefully constructed and tapered to offer controlled paint flow and proper pointing. This short-handled brush can also be used with watermedia, tempera and casein.