Blackletter Sivu 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, logotypes, certificates, medieval, gothic, formal, heraldic, ceremonial, historical tone, dramatic titling, ornamental impact, traditional craft, angular, pointed, calligraphic, sharp serifs, broken strokes.
A sharp, broken-stroke blackletter with pronounced contrast between thick verticals and hairline joins. Letterforms are built from angular pen-like facets and tapered terminals, producing a rhythmic texture of dark stems and crisp internal counters. Capitals are compact but ornate, with pointed spurs and notched joins, while the lowercase maintains a steady x-height and a tightly articulated, vertical cadence. Numerals follow the same chiseled, calligraphic logic, with distinctive diagonals and hooked finishes that keep the set visually consistent.
Best suited for display settings such as headlines, titling, posters, and branding marks where its Gothic character can be a focal point. It also fits historical or ceremonial materials like certificates, invitations, and thematic packaging, especially when set at larger sizes with generous leading.
The font conveys a traditional, old-world tone—formal, ceremonial, and distinctly Gothic. Its pointed forms and dense vertical rhythm evoke manuscripts, heraldry, and historic signage, lending text a gravitas that feels authoritative and crafted.
The design appears intended to reinterpret traditional blackletter calligraphy in a clean, consistent digital form, balancing ornamental medieval cues with a controlled, upright structure. It prioritizes a strong historical voice and dramatic texture for impactful titling and identity work.
Spacing appears relatively tight in running text, and the strong vertical emphasis creates a dark, even color at display sizes. The broken construction and intricate joins increase visual interest but also raise the typographic “noise” level, making it better suited to shorter passages than long continuous reading.