Serif Flared Tove 11 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice, and 'Arkais' by Logitype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, mastheads, packaging, authoritative, traditional, editorial, institutional, robust, impact, heritage, authority, display clarity, print tradition, bracketed, sheared terminals, crisp, compact counters, sturdy.
A sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast and a broad set. Stems are heavy and expand into flared, wedge-like terminals, while serifs appear bracketed and slightly sheared, giving the outlines a carved, chiseled feel. Curves are full and controlled with relatively compact counters, and joins are crisp, producing a strong dark color in text. The lowercase shows weighty, rounded forms (notably o, e, c) paired with firm verticals, and the numerals follow the same confident, high-contrast rhythm.
Best suited to display applications where its strong contrast and flared terminals can be appreciated—headlines, editorial titles, book covers, posters, and brand marks that want a traditional, authoritative voice. It can also work for short blocks of emphasized text where a solid, high-impact typographic color is desired.
The overall tone is formal and commanding, with a classic, print-like presence. Its sharp flares and strong contrast add a slightly dramatic, old-world confidence that reads as established and dependable rather than casual.
The design appears aimed at delivering a classic serif voice with extra impact, using flared stroke endings and sharp, bracketed detailing to create a punchy, engraved-like presence. It prioritizes strong silhouette and headline authority while maintaining familiar serif structure for a timeless feel.
In the sample text the dense stroke weight and tight interior spaces create a bold typographic texture that holds together in display sizes. The angled, wedge terminals on letters like T, V, W, and y contribute to a forward, energetic rhythm without leaning or italicizing the stance.