Artists' ToolsJapanese

Small, all-wooden brush with fibrous tip, from a set of Japanese brushes

Classification

Artists' Tools

Medium

Soft wooden handle with tip splintered to make bristle fibers

Culture

Japanese

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

L. 17.5 x Diam. 1 cm (6 7/8 x 3/8 in.)

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