The Escoda Series 1542 Versatile Brushes are made from a custom blend of distinctively patterned synthetic fibers containing all the attributes of natural Kolinsky. A perfect choice for the professional or seasoned watercolor artist, this is an elegant brush that retains its perfect edge after much use and has top notch color retention & spring. Escoda brushes continue to be made by hand by the Escoda family as they were since 1933. This is a short handle Size 0 bright brush with bristles measuring a diameter of 1. 10mm and length of 5mm.