Slab Unbracketed Tuju 4 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A very delicate italic slab serif with thin, even strokes and crisp, squared serifs that read as small “tabs” at terminals. Curves are smooth and open, with a gently calligraphic rhythm created by the consistent rightward slant and tapered joins in letters like a, f, and y. Proportions feel lightly condensed in places with generous sidebearings, giving the text an airy texture, while the figures and capitals maintain a clean, controlled geometry and a quiet, consistent baseline.
Works best for editorial headlines, pull quotes, literary covers, and elegant branding where a light, stylish italic voice is desired. It can also suit invitations and packaging that benefit from refined, classic typography, especially at moderate-to-large sizes where the hairline strokes remain clear.
The overall tone is elegant and understated, with a bookish, old-world refinement. Its light touch and italic movement suggest sophistication and formality rather than utility, lending a poetic, editorial feel to short passages and display lines.
The design appears intended to blend the poise of a classic italic with the structure of slab serifs, creating a distinctive, refined texture that stands out in display and editorial settings without relying on heavy contrast or ornament.
Distinctive details include a swashy, looped y, a single-storey italic a, and a tall, slender f that reinforces the font’s cursive momentum. Numerals are similarly thin and graceful, matching the letterforms’ restrained, precise finishing.