Steel Wrapped Old Stippling or Stencil Brush antique wrought iron and I've seen similar described

and I've seen similar described as Turkish and also Iraqi

"Greenduck Metal Stamping Co"

the bottom half is in excellent condition and it remains a really lovely little piece

reflecting conflicting instincts

exquisitely crafted object that I find unbelievably beautiful and powerful

Steel Wrapped Old Stippling or Stencil Brush antique wrought iron and I've seen similar describedAnother good old paintbrush, this one a stippling brush, with steel wrapped ferrule, nicely worn rounded handle, and natural bristles. Some rusting to the metal and a few flecks of old white paint on the bristles, bit overall great used condition and many years of use in it yet. 6 1 2" long x 2" d.