Calligraphic Surim 14 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book titles, posters, invitations, packaging, classic, elegant, literary, old-world, hand-inked, formal script feel, period flavor, expressive display, handcrafted texture, swashy, calligraphic, chiseled, brushed, angular.
A slanted, calligraphic text face with sharp, brush-like terminals and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed in feel, with a short x-height and relatively tall ascenders and descenders that create a lively vertical rhythm. Strokes show tapered entries and exits, wedge-like serifs, and occasional spur details, giving the outlines a hand-inked, slightly irregular edge while maintaining consistent overall structure. Counters are tight and forms are moderately angular, with rounded joins appearing where the pen movement would naturally turn.
This style performs well in display typography such as headlines, book or chapter titles, posters, and editorial pull quotes. It also suits invitations, certificates, and packaging where a traditional, calligraphic voice is desired. For longer passages, it benefits from larger sizes and generous leading to preserve clarity.
The font conveys a classic, old-world tone—formal yet animated—evoking pen-and-ink lettering used for traditional announcements, literary headings, or period-flavored branding. Its energetic slant and crisp contrast add a sense of drama and sophistication without feeling overly ornate.
The design appears intended to emulate formal hand-lettering with a broad-pen or brush sensibility, balancing disciplined letter construction with expressive stroke endings and subtle irregularities. It aims to deliver a period-leaning, refined texture that feels crafted rather than mechanical.
At text sizes the strong contrast and short lowercase body can make spacing and word shapes feel more dynamic than neutral; it reads best when given comfortable tracking and line spacing. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic with tapered strokes and a slightly lively, handwritten rhythm.