Serif Other Ebra 3 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, mastheads, packaging, title cards, art deco, dramatic, theatrical, luxury, poster-ready, headline impact, deco revival, engraved feel, brand presence, ornamental contrast, incised, flared, stenciled, sharp, sculptural.
A display serif with sculptural, incised-looking letterforms and pronounced internal cut-ins that create a semi-stenciled feel. Strokes alternate between broad, weighty masses and razor-thin hairline wedges, with pointed terminals and flared, triangular serifs rather than flat slab endings. Counters are often partially pinched or sliced, producing distinctive apertures and a faceted rhythm across words. Round forms (O, C, G, 0) show strong vertical emphasis with crisp inner notches, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are angular and chiseled, keeping the texture bold but articulated.
Best suited to large-size work where the thin wedges and internal incisions remain clear: editorial headlines, posters, brand wordmarks, event graphics, and premium packaging. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes when paired with a calmer text face, but the strong detailing makes it less appropriate for long passages at small sizes.
The overall tone is glamorous and assertive, evoking classic marquee and Art Deco-era titling with a modern, slightly subversive edge. The cut-in detailing and sharp terminals add theatrical drama and a sense of crafted lettering, making it feel luxurious and attention-seeking rather than neutral or text-oriented.
Designed to deliver high-impact display typography that references engraved or chiseled forms and classic deco titling, using cut-in contrast and flared serifs to maintain readability while adding ornament. The construction prioritizes recognizable silhouettes and dramatic texture for branding and headline settings.
Spacing in the sample reads intentionally tight and compact, amplifying the dark, poster-like color while the internal cuts prevent the line from becoming a solid block. Numerals and capitals carry the strongest personality, with consistent wedge logic that helps long headlines stay visually lively.