Slab Contrasted Kobal 12 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Serifa' by Bitstream and 'Serifa EF' by Elsner+Flake (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, headlines, scholarly, dependable, traditional, confident, text readability, editorial tone, print heritage, authority, bracketed, bookish, robust, crisp, sturdy.
A robust slab serif with bracketed, block-like terminals and a steady, even rhythm. Strokes are generally low in contrast with slightly heavier verticals, and the slabs read as substantial without becoming blunt or mechanical. Proportions lean generous and open, with broad capitals and rounded forms that maintain clear counters. The lowercase shows a traditional, text-forward construction with sturdy serifs, a two-storey “a,” and compact joins that keep color consistent across words and lines.
Well suited to long-form reading such as books and editorial layouts, where its sturdy serifs and open counters support sustained legibility. It also works effectively for headlines and subheads when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired, especially in print-inspired designs.
The overall tone feels editorial and scholarly—confident, practical, and rooted in classic print typography. Its heavy-set slabs add a hint of authority and seriousness, while the open shapes keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears aimed at delivering a dependable slab serif for reading and editorial use, balancing strong serif presence with controlled contrast and generous letterforms to produce a consistent, readable page color.
In text, the face holds a stable baseline and consistent texture, with numerals that match the serifed, print-oriented character of the letters. The combination of strong slabs and restrained contrast gives it a grounded presence that remains readable at paragraph sizes.