Serif Contrasted Viwo 5 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'URW Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, posters, classic, formal, authoritative, literary, editorial impact, classic refinement, formal authority, vertical stress, hairline serifs, crisp terminals, bracketless feel, stately.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with a distinctly vertical stress and crisp, sharply defined detailing. Thick main stems are paired with notably thin hairlines, producing a strong black–white rhythm and a refined, print-oriented texture. Serifs are narrow and clean with minimal apparent bracketing, and terminals generally end decisively rather than softly. Proportions run broad and stable, with open counters and generous internal space; the lowercase shows a traditional two-story a and g, and the numerals are robust with clear, bookish forms.
Best suited to display and editorial roles where its contrast and refined detailing can be appreciated—such as headlines, magazine and newspaper titling, book covers, and poster typography. It can also work for short passages in high-quality print or large-size digital settings where the crisp hairlines won’t be lost.
The overall tone is formal and literary, projecting authority and a traditional editorial sensibility. Its pronounced contrast and crisp serifs feel poised and stately, giving text a confident, polished voice that reads as established and conventional rather than casual or experimental.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-contrast serif voice with strong vertical emphasis and a confident, wide stance. It prioritizes elegance and authority through sharp hairlines, crisp serif treatment, and sturdy letterforms that create a bold, editorial impact.
In continuous text the strong contrast creates a vivid, engraved-like sparkle, especially at larger sizes, while the wide stance and open counters help maintain clarity. The design’s clean, firm terminals and narrow serifs contribute to a disciplined, composed presence across capitals, lowercase, and figures.