Slab Square Peba 4 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'APN Ggantija' by Alphabets Patrick Nell and 'Goodall' and 'Goodall Variable' by Colophon Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, books, branding, signage, classic, confident, institutional, bookish, readability, authority, editorial voice, classic utility, print emphasis, bracketed serifs, sturdy, high contrast, crisp, vertical stress.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins. Stems are firm and largely straight, while bowls and rounds are generously open, producing a steady, readable rhythm. The uppercase feels stately and slightly condensed in presence, with strong horizontals and crisp corners; the lowercase maintains clear counters and a straightforward construction that stays consistent across the set. Numerals are robust and text-friendly, with clear differentiation and solid weight distribution.
Works well for editorial headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where a bold, trustworthy voice is needed. It also suits book typography and print-forward branding that benefits from a classic slab-serif character, and it can hold up in signage or posters where sturdy forms and clear counters aid legibility.
The overall tone is authoritative and traditional, suggesting editorial seriousness and dependable clarity. Its strong serifs and confident silhouettes give it a slightly institutional, heritage feel while remaining clean enough for contemporary layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice with strong typographic color and clear letterforms, balancing traditional proportions with crisp, square-ended details for confident display and text use.
Distinct slab terminals on letters like T, E, and I create a strong horizontal emphasis, while rounded forms (O, C, G) soften the texture and prevent the page from feeling rigid. The sample text shows even color and stable word shapes, indicating a design geared toward sustained reading as well as emphatic headings.