Sumi-e, literati painting,áalso know asáInk wash painting, is an East Asian type of brush painting that uses black ink - the same as used in East Asian calligraphy, in various concentrations. For centuries, this most prestigious form of Chinese art was practiced by highly educated scholar gentlemen or literati.
Sumi Brushesáare made with coarse, stiff horse hair which gives a crisp touch.
Calli-Sumi Brush
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