Calligraphic Edbi 11 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, book covers, logotypes, expressive, dramatic, vintage, swashy, lively, expressive display, calligraphic feel, attention grabbing, handmade texture, classic flair, brushy, angular, slanted, textured, looped.
A slanted, brush-driven script with strong thick–thin modulation and sharply tapered terminals. Strokes show an energetic, hand-cut rhythm: broad downstrokes, needle-like entry/exit strokes, and frequent wedge-shaped finishes that give the outlines a slightly angular, carved feel. Letterforms are unconnected but maintain a consistent forward momentum, with compact counters and a relatively low x-height that emphasizes ascenders and descenders. The overall color is dense and inky, with varied character widths and occasional flourished forms (notably in capitals and a few lowercase letters).
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where its contrast and brush texture can be appreciated—posters, packaging, event promotions, editorial headlines, and logo-style wordmarks. It can work in brief phrases or pull quotes, but the dense, high-energy strokes are most effective at larger sizes rather than extended small-size text.
The font conveys a bold, theatrical sense of movement—like quick calligraphic signage or expressive titling. Its dramatic contrast and lively slant suggest a classic, slightly nostalgic tone with a confident, attention-grabbing presence.
The design appears intended to mimic confident, fast calligraphy made with a broad brush or flexible nib, balancing formal calligraphic contrast with a more assertive, modern display weight. Its irregular widths and sharp terminals aim to add immediacy and personality while remaining legible in titling contexts.
Capitals read as display-oriented, with pronounced curves and intermittent swash-like gestures, while lowercase maintains a more compact, brush-script cadence. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, mixing strong weight with sharp, flicked terminals for a cohesive set.