Sans Contrasted Obho 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, sharply tapered terminals and small, bracketed serifs that give strokes a carved, calligraphic feel. Proportions are relatively compact, with tall capitals and a restrained x-height, producing a vertical rhythm that stays tight in setting. Curves are smooth and tensioned, with narrow apertures and fine joins that emphasize contrast, while counters remain clean and well defined. The overall texture is dark and structured, with consistent stem weight and a disciplined, editorial cadence across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
It is well suited to editorial display—magazine headlines, book and journal titling, pull quotes, and refined brand marks—where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for short-form text in high-quality print or large sizes where its tight apertures and fine strokes remain clear.
The tone reads refined and traditional, with a poised, bookish formality. Its high contrast and sharp finishing details create a sense of luxury and seriousness suited to classic publishing and brand expressions that want authority without ornament.
The design intention appears to be a contemporary take on classic high-contrast typography, aiming for a polished, authoritative voice with crisp finishing. It prioritizes elegant stroke modulation and a compact, composed rhythm for editorial and brand-forward settings.
The sample text suggests a strong hierarchy: capitals carry a stately presence, while lowercase maintains a crisp, slightly compact flow. Numerals and punctuation appear designed to match the same contrast and sharp terminals, keeping the overall color consistent in multi-line text.