Raphael Stradivarius Synthetic Kolinsky Brushes - 8342 Curved Round

The Raphael Stradivarius 8342 Curved Round is a premium synthetic Kolinsky brush designed for artists who want expressive, sweeping strokes with exceptional control. Its distinctive curved (or bent) round shape allows for dynamic mark‑making, controlled curves, petal strokes, botanical textures, and fluid watercolour movement that is difficult to achieve with a standard round brush.

Crafted with Raphael’s advanced synthetic Kolinsky fibres, the 8342 series delivers the spring, snap, colour‑holding capacity, and fine point of natural Kolinsky—while remaining fully synthetic and cruelty‑free. This makes it an ideal tool for watercolourists, botanical artists, illustrators, and mixed‑media painters seeking both precision and expressive flexibility.

Sizes:

• Curved Round Brush #0
• Curved Round Brush #4

Key Features:

• Premium synthetic Kolinsky fibres engineered to mimic natural Kolinsky

• Curved round shape for expressive, sweeping, and controlled curved strokes

• Excellent spring, snap, and point retention

• Smooth, even colour release

• Ideal for watercolour, gouache, ink, botanical illustration, and fine acrylic detail

• Perfect for petals, leaves, curved linework, and dynamic textures

• Durable, long‑lasting, and cruelty‑free

• Made in France by Raphael, brushmakers since 1793