# ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes

## This is what control actually feels like

Series 33 is a professional grade Kolinsky sable artist brush, made by Rosemary and Co in England. Available on short handles, and for some sizes in a convenient travel brush format. It's the premium choice for watercolour, and a favourite detail brush for oils and miniatures.

## What sets it apart

-   True Kolinsky sable, exceptional performance  
    
-   Needle point tip, holds a sharp point for precise line work and detail
-   High water capacity, for fewer reloads and smoother strokes
-   Beautiful "snap", the brush returns to shape instantly after each stroke
-   Versatile profile from conical fibre - tip for hairline details, and generous belly for controlled washes 

### Feel in the hand

Series 33 is our #1 selling brush. It translates exactly what you intend onto the page. When a brush is this responsive, you stop thinking about technique and start thinking about expression. It makes you confident attempting detail you’d normally avoid.

### Who it’s for

-   Watercolour artists who care about precision and flow
-   Illustrators working with fine detail and controlled lines
-   Fountain pen users adding ink wash or colour work
-   Creatives ready to upgrade from synthetic brushes
-   Oil painters and top table model makers needing a detail brush

### Not for

-   Heavy handed users who are rough on fine tips
-   Artists using dry brush techniques, which overload the fibres
-   Acrylic painters working with thick, undiluted paint  
    

### Practical tips

-   Wet brush before loading pigment, to protect hair
-   Use minimal pressure, let the tip do the work
-   Rinse frequently and avoid paint drying near the ferrule
-   Reshape to a fine point after cleaning and dry horizontally

### FAQs

**What makes Kolinsky sable special?**  
It combines water retention, snap, and point in a way synthetics can’t fully replicate.

**Which size should I start with?**  
For use in sketchbooks, a size 6 or 8 is a good allrounder, and a 2 or 4 for very fine lines. 

**Is it worth the investment?**  
If you value control and consistency, yes. Better to get one or two good brushes rather than a handful of average ones.

**How long will it last?**  
With proper care, years. Clean promptly and avoid punitive techniques. The #1 cause of ruined tips is letting pigment get into the ferrule, as it causes the fibres to splay. 

### What’s included

-   1 × Rosemary & Co Series 33 Kolinsky Sable Brush
-   Protective tube on the tip for shipping the brush to you 
-   Rosemary & Co sticker (when available)

### Build your practice

-   [Rosemary Series 323 Kolinsky sable spotter](https://www.larrypost.com.au/products/rosemary-co-watercolour-brush-series-323-pure-sable-spotter?_pos=1&_sid=dd94632fb&_ss=r&variant=42277886001234)
-   [Rosemary Miniature Set](https://www.larrypost.com.au/products/rosemary-co-the-miniature-brush-set-7-brushes?_pos=3&_sid=cbd4d0075&_ss=r)
-   [Sakura Pigma Micron fineliner pens](https://www.larrypost.com.au/search?filter.p.m.magento.brand_series=SAKURA+Pigma+Micron&filter.p.product_type=Fineliner&q=Sakura+Pigma+Micron) for waterproof, permanent lines
-   [General's Masters brush cleaner](https://www.larrypost.com.au/products/general-pencil-co-the-masters-brush-cleaner-and-preserver-74-7g?_pos=1&_psq=masters&_ss=e&_v=1.0) designed for maintaining natural fibres

### Specifications

-   **Brand:** Rosemary & Co
-   **Brand Series:** 33
-   **Origin:** England
-   **Hair:** Kolinsky sable
-   **Hair stiffness:** Very soft
-   **Hair snap:** Excellent
-   **Hair absorbency:** High
-   **Shape:** Pointed round
-   **Handle:** Short handle, approx. 7"
-   **Ferrule:** Nickel-plated brass
-   **Use:** Watercolour, ink, gouache (diluted), oils (up to size 4)
-   **Sizes available:** 000 to larger rounds (see images for fibre measurements)

When your brush does exactly what you expect, your work changes.

## Details

- **Price:** 17.95 AUD - 174.95 AUD
- **Vendor:** ROSEMARY AND CO
- **Type:** Short Handle
- **Tags:** Category_LarryPOST/Art Supplies, Category_LarryPOST/Art Supplies/Paint Brushes, Category_LarryPOST/Art Supplies/Paint Brushes/Pointed Round, Category_LarryPOST/Brands/ROSEMARY AND CO, Category_LarryPOST/Brands/ROSEMARY AND CO/Miniatures, Category_LarryPOST/Brands/ROSEMARY AND CO/Short Handle, Category_LarryPOST/Brands/ROSEMARY AND CO/Watercolour All, Category_LarryPOST/Brands/ROSEMARY AND CO/WC Sable Kolinsky, Rosemay co series 33, series 33

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| 10/0 | 17.95 AUD | In stock |
| 3/0 | 18.95 AUD | In stock |
| 2/0 | 19.95 AUD | In stock |
| 0 | 20.95 AUD | In stock |
| 1 | 21.95 AUD | In stock |
| 2 | 22.95 AUD | In stock |
| 3 | 26.95 AUD | In stock |
| 4 | 29.95 AUD | In stock |
| 6 | 49.95 AUD | In stock |
| 8 | 97.95 AUD | In stock |
| 10 | 149.95 AUD | In stock |
| 12 | 174.95 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes
- ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes
- ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes
- ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes
- ROSEMARY & CO Watercolour Brush - Series 33 - Pure Kolinsky Sable Rounds - Short Handle - Various Sizes

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> Updated: 2026-09-10