The Filbert paintbrush is a paintbrush used in artwork. It has a thick ferrule and hairs that are, on average, medium to long hairs in the shape of an oval. Filberts are particularly effective in blending work, usually of a figurative nature. Many artists agree that natural fibers work best for filberts because the hairs stick together better when wet.
Hairs that can be used are sable, mongoose, bristle, badger and synthetic.
Pointed Filbert Paint Brush
History[edit]
The filbert paintbrush derives from the shape it resembles, that of a hazelnut with its namesake. This word comes from the Old French filbert, coming from noix de (nut of) Philibert. Philibert was a saint, (who died in 684), whereby the ripening of the nut in August coincides with his feast day.
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- When it comes to basecoating a round shape, nothing beats the Filbert Brush. The rounded edges of the brush prevent ridges from forming. It also performs great for straight edges. Like all brushes, moisten the brush first in cold water and then blot the excess on a paper towel.
References[edit]
Filbert Paint Brush
Filbert Brushes For Acrylic