Serif Normal Ankum 10 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, branding, dramatic, classic, formal, confident, impact, refinement, heritage, emphasis, transitional, bracketed, ball terminals, sharp joins, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with an italic, calligraphic construction and strongly modeled thick–thin strokes. Serifs are finely cut and mostly bracketed, with crisp wedge-like terminals and occasional ball-like details in the lower-case that add sparkle. The capitals feel robust and sculpted with pronounced vertical emphasis and sharp internal joins, while the lowercase shows energetic entry/exit strokes, compact apertures, and a lively baseline rhythm. Figures are similarly stylized, with elegant curves and strong contrast that keep them aligned with the text color of the letters.
This face is well suited to headlines, editorial titling, and other situations where contrast and italic motion can be used for emphasis. It also fits branding and packaging that want a classic serif voice with heightened drama, and works effectively for short blocks of text or pull quotes where its strong texture can be appreciated.
The overall tone is dramatic and polished, combining classic bookish authority with a fashion-forward, display-like flair. Its sharp contrast and slanted motion read as confident and expressive, lending a sense of ceremony and impact to headlines and pull quotes.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif foundation with elevated contrast and an italic, calligraphic finish for high-impact typography. It prioritizes strong presence and refined detail, aiming to bridge traditional literary cues with contemporary editorial energy.
In running text the thick strokes create a dense, dark color, while the thin hairlines and pointed terminals deliver a crisp, glittering texture at larger sizes. The italic angle and lively terminals produce a forward-leaning rhythm that feels more assertive than purely quiet or neutral text faces.