What was the first painting created with a paintbrush?

The first known instance of a painting created with a paintbrush dates back to prehistoric times, specifically in the Chauvet Cave in France, where early humans used tools resembling brushes to apply natural pigments to cave walls. However, one of the earliest examples of a more defined use of paintbrushes can be attributed to ancient Chinese and Egyptian artists, who developed tools for finer application of paint. These early paintbrushes were made from materials like animal hair and plant fibers, allowing for greater precision in their artwork.