Boar Hair Brush Repair - Help!
I recently acquired a vintage Boar hair brush that seemed to be in decent shape. Upon getting it home I cleaned it up in the sink with shampoo and conditioner. As I did so I noticed some of the hair coming out - and soon it turned into a significant amount of hair coming out. So, I quit, let it sit and dry.
So, now I'm wondering how can I fix this? Here is what I came up with:
I thought I'd mix up some epoxy resin and inject it or some other bonding agent into the knot with a syringe. Has anyone tried this or does anyone have an alternative idea to preserve a brush which is losing hair?
More information: The only writing on the brush is Soie Pure Bristle West Germany. No other name or insignia. It may have worn off. The base is a black plastic octagon with a brass ring at the base of the bristles. It almost looks like an Omega or Plisson?
As I'm typing I realize that the bristles and knot actually turn in the base. I don't think this is normal and may be part of the problem.
Any suggestions would be welcomed.