Slab Normal Ognu 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Boton' by Berthold (names referenced only for comparison).
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A sturdy slab serif with generously sized, mostly bracketed serifs and a low-contrast stroke structure. The letterforms are upright and evenly weighted, with broad, plain shapes and squarish terminals that create a steady, grounded rhythm. Counters are open and legible, curves are smooth rather than sharp, and spacing feels workmanlike and consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The figures are straightforward and highly readable, matching the text face’s solid, no-nonsense construction.
Well-suited to extended reading in editorial layouts, textbooks, manuals, and reports where a firm slab-serif texture helps anchor the page. It can also serve for branding and packaging that needs a reliable, traditional voice, and for headings that benefit from a strong, structured silhouette.
The overall tone is practical and dependable, with a classic print sensibility. Its heavy, stable serifs add authority and a mildly vintage, newspaper-or-textbook feel without becoming decorative or quirky.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, durable slab serif for general-purpose typography, prioritizing clarity and a consistent text color over stylistic flourish. Its bold serifs and restrained contrast suggest a focus on stable readability in print-like settings while remaining versatile for modern layout needs.
The face maintains a consistent, blocky texture in paragraphs, producing strong word shapes and clear separation at typical text sizes. The slab treatment is prominent but controlled, supporting long-form readability while still giving headings a firm presence.