Slab Contrasted Komey 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Amasis' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, branding, packaging, authoritative, classic, scholarly, robust, readability, editorial tone, classic utility, strong presence, print emphasis, slab serif, bracketed, oldstyle, bookish, high readability.
A sturdy slab-serif with bracketed, rectangular serifs and clear oldstyle influence in its curves. Strokes show noticeable but controlled contrast, with verticals carrying more weight than connecting strokes, giving letters a confident, carved rhythm. Counters are generous and forms stay open in text, while joins and terminals remain crisp and slightly squared, reinforcing a solid, print-oriented texture. Uppercase proportions feel stately and even, and the lowercase maintains a balanced, readable silhouette with a straightforward, workmanlike cadence.
Well suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a stable rhythm and confident serifs aid readability. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks that need a traditional yet strong presence, especially in print-forward contexts such as packaging and labels.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, combining seriousness with approachability. Its strong slabs and measured contrast evoke established publishing, institutions, and classic reference typography rather than playful or experimental styling.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice with classic proportions and enough contrast to feel refined. It prioritizes clarity and authority, aiming for a versatile text-and-display performer with a distinctly solid, print-classic character.
In running text the face creates a dark, steady color without becoming muddy, helped by open counters and firm serifs. Numerals appear straightforward and sturdy, matching the same slabbed, high-clarity construction as the letters.