Artists' ToolsJapanese

Medium-sized hair-bristled brush, from a set of Japanese brushes

Classification

Artists' Tools

Medium

Wooden handled-brush with animal hair bristles

Culture

Japanese

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 16 x W. 6.9 x D. 3.3 cm (6 5/16 x 2 11/16 x 1 5/16 in.)

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