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product_id: 413173557
title: "Princeton Aqua Elite Short Handle Round Paint Brush | Precise Brush for Fine Detail | Maximum Colour Holding Capacity | Even & Consistent Flow | Size - No 12"
brand: "princeton"
price: "€ 50.85"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
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# Animal-friendly synthetic bristles Precision fine detail tip Maximum water & color retention Princeton Aqua Elite Short Handle Round Paint Brush | Precise Brush for Fine Detail | Maximum Colour Holding Capacity | Even & Consistent Flow | Size - No 12

**Brand:** princeton
**Price:** € 50.85
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your art with precision and passion — paint like a pro, ethically!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Princeton Aqua Elite Short Handle Round Paint Brush | Precise Brush for Fine Detail | Maximum Colour Holding Capacity | Even & Consistent Flow | Size - No 12 by princeton
- **How much does it cost?** € 50.85 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/413173557-princeton-aqua-elite-short-handle-round-paint-brush-precise-brush)

## Best For

- princeton enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted princeton brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Control:** Short handle design offers superior maneuverability for pros
- • **Ethical & Durable:** Animal-friendly materials built to retain shape and last
- • **Versatile Mastery:** Perfect for watercolor, acrylic, and gouache with smooth application
- • **Pinpoint Precision:** Tapered synthetic Kolinsky bristles deliver flawless fine detail
- • **Oceans of Color in Every Stroke:** Holds abundant water & pigment for vibrant, consistent flow

## Overview

The Princeton Aqua Elite No. 12 Round Paint Brush features innovative synthetic Kolinsky bristles that outperform natural hair in water and color retention. Designed for fine detail work in watercolor, acrylic, and gouache, its short handle offers superior control. Durable, animal-friendly, and crafted by a leading North American brush maker, this brush delivers smooth, consistent color flow for professional artists seeking precision and ethical quality.

## Description

Product Description Aqua Elite, from Princeton Artist Co, offers a complete collection of watercolor painting brushes to help artists bring their creativity to life. The expert brush makers at Princeton developed an innovative synthetic paintbrush that performs even better than natural Kolinsky, yet is significantly more affordable. Our brushes are designed to hold an abundance of water and retain their shape for greater versatility, enhanced color-holding ability and precise color placement. We offer an impressive range of shapes and sizes so you can paint everything from long, thin lines to large areas with ease. Aqua Elite brushes are animal-friendly, durable, affordable and dependable. About Our Brushes Creating Brushes that Inspire Princeton Artist Brush Co. is one of the largest brush-makers in North America. Since they started in 1992, artist brushes have been their sole focus. While other companies offer an assortment of art supplies, Princeton focuses on making one thing: the best quality, most fairly priced artist brushes available today. Aqua Elite "Aqua Elite brushes are designed to bring out the watercolorist in you. They allow you to create your most beautiful artwork through the easy, consistent and smooth flow of paint. Our innovative synthetic Kolinsky brushes hold an abundance of water and release it evenly, delivering oceans of color with each stroke" Designed with innovative synthetic hair Animal-friendly Offered in a variety of shapes to foster infinite creativity Why You'll Love Aqua Elite Brushes Delivers Oceans of Color Brushes are designed to hold an abundance of water and retain their shape, delivering oceans of color in your artwork. Remarkable Synthetic Kolinsky Bristles Aqua Elite's performance is comparable to that of natural Kolinsky hair, yet is significantly more affordable. Designed for Precision Painting Our brushes feature the finest points and tapered edges for precision color placement.

Review: Good brush that holds its point - I like this line of brushes, and have them in several sizes. They hold their points and are easy to use.
Review: Princeton aqua elite - I love how much watercolor it hold and still performs great with a fine point.

## Features

- Series- Aqua Elite; Handle Type- Short Handle; Type- Round; Size- No 12.
- Soft and supple with an even release of colour.
- Smooth Application & Color Holding Capacity.
- Even and consistent flow.
- Ideal For Fine Detail Painting in Watercolor, Acrylic & Gouache.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07PPVJQ1S |
| Best Sellers Rank | #934,548 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #31 in Round Paintbrushes (Home & Kitchen) |
| Brand | Princeton |
| Bristle Type | Synthetic |
| Colour | Grey |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 153 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Animal Hair, Synthetic |
| Handle Type | short handle |
| Importer Contact Information | DOMS Industries Private Limited., Plot No. 117, G.I.D.C., 52, Hector Expansion Area, Umbergaon-396171, Gujarat, India, Contact: +91 7434888445, info@domsindia.com |
| Item Type Name | Paint Brush |
| Item Weight | 9 g |
| Manufacturer | Princeton, Princeton Artist Brush Company Princeton, NJ, info@princetonbrush.com, Phone: 609 403 8342 Manufacturer Princeton, Princeton Artist Brush Company Princeton, NJ, info@princetonbrush.com, Phone: 609 403 8342 See more |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | Princeton Artist Brush Company Princeton, NJ, info@princetonbrush.com, Phone: 609 403 8342 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P4850R12 |
| Material | Animal Hair , Synthetic |
| Model number | P4850R12 |
| Packer Contact Information | Ondesk Ventures, S 1/12 Baishnabghata Patuli Township, 2nd Floor, Near Kavi Subhash Metro Station, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700094, etail@ondesk.in |
| Paint Type | Watercolour |
| Set Name | Princeton Aqua Elite |
| Size | Size 12 |
| UPC | 757063486288 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Princeton
- **Bristle Type:** Synthetic
- **Colour:** Grey
- **Material:** Animal Hair, Synthetic
- **Size:** Size 12

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good brush that holds its point
*by M***S on 13 May 2026*

I like this line of brushes, and have them in several sizes. They hold their points and are easy to use.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Princeton aqua elite
*by M***E on 8 February 2026*

I love how much watercolor it hold and still performs great with a fine point.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buen producto
*by Y***E on 15 March 2022*

Punta afilada con la que puedes hacer detalles, buena absorción de agua, aunque el pelo es suave, tiene buen rebote.

## Frequently Bought Together

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- Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8
- Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 4

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*Last updated: 2026-06-22*