Natural Bristle Brushes for Encaustic Wax Painting These natural encaustic wax brushes are designed for applying, blending, and shaping molten wax on rigid surfaces. Made with natural hog hair bristles, this 5-piece brush assortment gives encaustic artists a useful range of sizes for fine detail, edge work, broader strokes, and layered wax painting techniques. The bristles hold molten wax well, allowing artists to build color, texture, and movement while working with hot wax on prepared panels, cards, boards, or other rigid substrates. The set includes five brush sizes, from a fine 2 mm brush for small marks and controlled details to a 20 mm brush for broader wax application. Wooden handles and metal ferrules offer a familiar brush feel for artists moving from watercolor, oil, acrylic, or mixed-media painting into encaustic work. A practical starter set for beginning encaustic artists, adult art students, and art teachers, these natural bristle brushes are also useful for experienced wax artists who want a dedicated brush assortment for hot wax techniques. Product Details Encaustic Art brush assortment Set of 5 natural bristle brushes Brush sizes: 2 mm, 4 mm, 8 mm, 12 mm, 20 mm Natural hog hair bristles Wooden handles with metal ferrules Largest brush dimensions: 8.6 x 0.8 in / 218 x 20 mm For molten wax on rigid substrates Suitable for beginners and experienced encaustic artists Ages 14+ Made in Germany ⚠️ Safety & Caution Designed for use with heated encaustic wax. Surfaces and heating elements can become extremely hot during operation. Recommended for ages 14+ with adult supervision. Contact with hot surfaces or molten wax may result in burns. Keep out of reach of children. First Aid: If a burn occurs, cool the area with an ice compress for 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.