Sans Normal Lobab 19 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Neutro' by Durotype, 'Geograph' by Sarah Khan, and 'Hartwell' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, energetic, assertive, friendly, modern, impact, motion, display, modern clarity, brand emphasis, slanted, rounded, bulky, compact, punchy.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded, elliptical construction and broad curves that stay smooth at large sizes. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and counters are relatively tight, giving letters a dense, compact silhouette. The italic angle is pronounced, with blunt terminals and subtly squared joins that keep forms stable and graphic. Overall spacing reads even, while the wide curves (O, C, G) and sturdy diagonals (K, V, W, X) create a strong, continuous rhythm.
Best suited for short, high-impact typography such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and signage where the slanted, heavy forms can project motion and strength. It also fits sports and active-lifestyle branding, social graphics, and bold callouts, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is bold and energetic, with a forward-leaning, athletic attitude. Rounded shapes keep it approachable, but the weight and slant make it feel urgent and attention-grabbing—more headline than body-text. It conveys modern, practical confidence rather than elegance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis with an italicized, kinetic stance while staying clean and contemporary. Rounded geometry and sturdy construction suggest a focus on legibility and impact in display settings, favoring punchy shapes over delicate detail.
The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, and the numerals are stout and open, designed to hold up under strong contrast against backgrounds. In longer text, the weight and tight internal spaces create a dark color, so generous line spacing helps maintain clarity.