Slab Square Sureg 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, pull quotes, academic, confident, classic, scholarly, assertive, emphasis, readability, editorial voice, robustness, classic tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, wide apertures.
This italic slab serif shows sturdy, block-like serifs paired with a noticeable rightward slant and a steady, moderately contrasting stroke. Serifs read as squared and weighty, often with slight bracketing where stems meet the slabs, giving joins a softened, ink-friendly feel rather than a razor-sharp mechanical finish. Proportions are compact and purposeful, with generous internal space and open apertures that keep the texture readable at text sizes. The lowercase is lively and slightly calligraphic in rhythm, while the numerals and capitals maintain a firm, anchored presence.
It works well for editorial typography where an italic needs to carry emphasis with authority—magazine features, book typography, essays, and annotated or quoted passages. The sturdy slabs and open counters also suit headings and pull quotes where a distinctive, confident italic voice is desirable without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone is authoritative and traditional, with an editorial voice that feels suited to print culture and institutional settings. Its italic angle adds energy and emphasis without becoming ornamental, balancing seriousness with forward motion. The slab structure lends a grounded, dependable character that reads as confident and workmanlike.
The design appears intended to deliver a text-capable italic with the solidity of a slab serif, combining firm, squared serifs with a smooth italic rhythm for emphatic, readable setting. It aims to provide an assertive typographic color that stands out in editorial contexts while remaining controlled and consistent over longer passages.
The sample text shows an even typographic color across lines, with strong horizontal accents from the slabs that create a clear, rhythmic baseline. Curved letters exhibit smooth, controlled modulation, and terminals often resolve into firm, square-ended forms that reinforce the robust, pragmatic personality.