Slab Contrasted Ursa 4 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lagu Serif' by Alessio Laiso Type, 'Bogue' by Melvastype, 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, 'Leida' by The Northern Block, and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, confident, traditional, institutional, assertive, impact, readability, print classic, authority, utility, bracketed, blocky, sturdy, compact serifs, high readability.
A sturdy slab-serif with compact, bracketed serifs and a confident, weighty color. Strokes show clear, controlled contrast, with thick verticals and slightly lighter joins and curves that keep counters open. The overall construction is upright and fairly wide, with broad capitals and rounded letters that retain a squared-off, editorial firmness. Terminals are clean and blunt, and the numerals follow the same strong, even rhythm for a cohesive set.
It is well suited to headlines and subheads where its bold slabs and open counters deliver immediate impact. In editorial layouts it can provide a strong typographic hierarchy for pull quotes, section titles, and short blocks of text. The sturdy shapes also translate well to packaging and signage where legibility and a traditional, authoritative feel are desirable.
The font projects an authoritative, print-forward tone that feels familiar in bookish and institutional contexts. Its heavy slabs and measured contrast create a serious, dependable voice, while the generous proportions keep it approachable rather than austere.
The design appears aimed at delivering a robust, readable slab-serif voice with a classic print sensibility—strong enough for display work while maintaining disciplined proportions for clear text setting.
The sample text shows strong word-shape consistency and stable spacing, producing a dark, steady paragraph texture. At larger sizes the bracketed serifs and subtle shaping become more noticeable, giving headings a classic, confident presence without looking overly ornamental.