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【NARA FUDE】Renpitsu (Connected Brushes)
【NARA FUDE】Renpitsu (Connected Brushes)
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The Renpitsu is the work of Ichiro Suzuki, a master artisan who has dedicated over 60 years to the art of brush-making since the age of 15. It is a uniquely designed brush featuring multiple brush heads joined in a row, primarily used for large-area washes and background painting.
Unlike standard flat brushes or wide hake brushes, each individual brush head maintains its own independent flexibility and tension. This allows for rich, expressive strokes with varied pressure—achieving textures and nuances that are difficult to produce with conventional tools.
Additionally, the Renpitsu boasts exceptional water and sumi retention. It holds significantly more liquid than a standard brush, ensuring smooth, continuous application over large areas without running dry.
＜Product Details＞
Material: Goat Hair & Deer Hair
3-Brush Set: Width 15mm × Bristle Length 35mm
5-Brush Set: Width 25mm × Bristle Length 35mm
7-Brush Set: Width 35mm × Bristle Length 35mm
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奈良筆伝統工芸士 Kazuo Suzuki
Kazuo Suzuki, a traditional craft shokunin of Nara brushes, who continues to mesmerize artists seeking new avenues of artistic expression.
Mr. Suzuki, who has been devoted to brush making for nearly 70 years since the age of 15. It is said that there are about 120 steps to make one brush, from sourcing materials to finishing. He handles every step all by himself.
The brushes he creates, through his exceptional skills and discerning eye, have excellent brush tips, captivating shapes which make truly beautiful lines. In 2011, his achievements were recognized, and he was awarded The Order of the Sacred Treasure, Silver Rays.
The room where Suzuki san works.
