{"product_id":"raphael-kolinsky-sable-brush-series-8404","title":"Raphael 8404 — Kolinsky Sable Round","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Header Section with Gold Gradient --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(to right, #DAA520 0%, #B8860B 100%); padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #222222; margin: 0; font-size: 28px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O_A7qKAlmJk?si=yzlCAP6CDet0pz5j\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #222222; margin: 0; font-size: 28px;\"\u003eRaphael 8404 Series Kolinsky Sable Brushes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #333333; margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 20px;\"\u003eMaster-Crafted Precision Tools for Artists\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SEO-Optimized Product Title (Hidden from display but present for SEO) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRaphael 8404 Kolinsky Sable Brush – Premium Artist Brush for Watercolour, Miniature Painting, Fine Detail Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #333333; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; border-bottom: 2px solid #DAA520; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eThe Ultimate Artist's Tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the brush that has defined excellence in watercolour and miniature painting since 1793. The Raphael 8404 Series represents the pinnacle of brush craftsmanship, combining \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Kolinsky sable hair\u003c\/strong\u003e with precision engineering to create an instrument that elevates your artistic capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom micro-details on miniatures to delicate watercolour washes, these brushes deliver \u003cstrong\u003eunmatched performance\u003c\/strong\u003e that professional artists and serious hobbyists have trusted for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features with Gold Icons --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; border-bottom: 2px solid #DAA520; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e✨ Premium Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520; font-size: 20px; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eGenuine Kolinsky Sable Hair\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0;\"\u003eSourced from the golden-red Siberian weasel for unmatched springiness, precision, and durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520; font-size: 20px; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eNeedle-Sharp Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0;\"\u003eMaintains its perfect point even after extensive use, allowing for the finest details in miniature painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520; font-size: 20px; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eSuperior Water\/Pigment Retention\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0;\"\u003eHolds large reserves for smooth, consistent washes and gradients without constant reloading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520; font-size: 20px; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eSeamless Nickel-Plated Brass Ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0;\"\u003ePrevents corrosion and unwanted paint buildup, ensuring longevity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520; font-size: 20px; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eErgonomic Black Lacquered Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0;\"\u003eWith iconic orange tip, designed for reduced hand fatigue during long painting sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Why Artists Choose Raphael 8404 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #333333 0%, #222222 100%); padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhy Artists Choose Raphael 8404\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between; gap: 15px; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; background-color: #333333; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 3px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #daa520; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e🎨 For Watercolourists\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates smooth, consistent washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect flow control for gradients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional edge work for precise shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains point for fine botanical details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; background-color: #333333; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 3px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #daa520; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e🏆 For Miniature Painters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaints microscopic details like eyes and facial features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for layering thin glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for freehand designs and patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted by competition-level painters worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; background-color: #333333; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 3px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #daa520; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e🖼️ For Fine Artists\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for multiple mediums (gouache, ink)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional control for portraiture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsive spring for dynamic brushwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade durability for daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Size Guide Table with Gold Accents --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; border-bottom: 2px solid #DAA520; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e📏 Size Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/9583\/4503\/files\/raphael_8404_size_chart2.png?v=1744358179\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: linear-gradient(to right, #DAA520 0%, #B8860B 100%);\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444; color: #222222;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444; color: #222222;\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444; color: #222222;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #333333;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4\/0 - 0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 - 16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e~10mm+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444; text-align: left;\"\u003eBroad washes, backgrounds, large areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 15px; font-style: italic; color: #daa520;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most artists find having sizes 0, 2, and 6 covers nearly all painting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Testimonials with Gold Accents --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2a2a2a; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 25px; border: 1px solid rgba(218, 165, 32, 0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/9583\/4503\/files\/BrushProtectorE2_b6dc11a1-6099-4450-87a7-6d3871046913.jpg?v=1744722315\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Care Instructions --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; background-color: #333333; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; border-top: 3px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e🧼 Brush Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between; gap: 15px; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; background-color: #2a2a2a; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #daa520; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eDo's:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean thoroughly after each session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse mild brush soap for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReshape tip while damp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry horizontally or tip-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in protective brush holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; background-color: #2a2a2a; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #daa520; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eDon'ts:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever soak in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving paint to dry in bristles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't store bristles-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from harsh chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 15px; text-align: center; color: #daa520;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith proper care, your Raphael 8404 will serve you faithfully for years!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Technical Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2a2a2a; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #333333;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHair Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eGenuine Kolinsky Sable (golden-red Siberian weasel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eSeamless nickel-plated brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #333333;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eShort black lacquered with orange tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eRound with needle-sharp point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #333333;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade In\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eFrance, by traditional craftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #444444;\"\u003eEstablished 1793\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Package Contents --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; background-color: #333333; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #DAA520;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #daa520; text-align: center;\"\u003e📦 What's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003e1x Raphael 8404 Kolinsky Sable Brush\u003c\/span\u003e in your selected size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eProtective tube\u003c\/span\u003e for safe storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cspan style=\"color: #daa520;\"\u003eAuthenticity guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e - we only sell genuine Raphael products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Call to Action --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(to right, #DAA520 0%, #B8860B 100%); padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eElevate Your Artistic Journey Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 20px; color: #222222;\"\u003eSelect your size and add to cart!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; 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