Print Pelab 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, editorial, headlines, posters, branding, friendly, bookish, whimsical, classic, warm, humanist warmth, handmade feel, classic charm, expressive readability, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, calligraphic, oldstyle, soft curves.
A serif typeface with a hand-drawn, calligraphic flavor and noticeable stroke contrast. Forms are upright with gently modulated curves, bracketed serifs, and frequent ball or teardrop terminals that soften joins and endpoints. Proportions feel slightly variable from letter to letter, giving a lively rhythm; counters are open and round, and the overall texture reads as dark but not heavy. Lowercase has a relatively small x-height with prominent ascenders and descenders, reinforcing a traditional, bookish silhouette.
It suits short-to-medium text where character and charm matter—editorial pull quotes, book or album covers, event posters, and expressive branding. At larger sizes its contrast and terminal details become more prominent, making it especially effective for headlines and display copy.
The font projects a warm, personable tone that feels informal yet rooted in classic serif tradition. Its soft terminals and subtly uneven rhythm add a whimsical, human touch, making text feel approachable rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif readability with an informal, handwritten sensibility. By combining high-contrast strokes, bracketed serifs, and rounded terminals with slightly variable proportions, it aims to feel crafted and personable while remaining clear in continuous reading.
Capitals are sturdy and slightly ornamental in their terminals, while lowercase maintains a readable, oldstyle-like flow with gently curved shoulders and bowls. Numerals share the same contrast and rounded finishing, helping mixed text maintain a cohesive, hand-crafted color.