Serif Contrasted Mude 17 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, elegant, formal, classic, refined, refinement, editorial voice, classic revival, hierarchy, vertical stress, hairline serifs, crisp terminals, sharp joins, open counters.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with vertical stress and pronounced thick–thin modulation, pairing sturdy main stems with fine hairlines. Serifs are small and sharp, reading as crisp, unbracketed (or minimally bracketed) finishes that give the outlines a clean, cut-in quality. Capitals are stately and evenly proportioned, while lowercase shows a traditional book face rhythm with a moderate x-height, clear apertures, and tidy joins. Curves are smooth and controlled, and the numerals share the same contrasty construction with compact, editorial-looking forms.
It suits editorial typography—magazines, book interiors, and literary layouts—where its contrast and traditional proportions produce a familiar reading cadence. It also performs well for headlines, pull quotes, and refined brand identities that benefit from a formal, high-end serif voice.
The overall tone is polished and classic, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its sharp serifs and hairline detailing convey formality and refinement, leaning toward literary and institutional contexts rather than casual or playful ones.
The design appears intended to deliver a modernized take on a classic high-contrast serif: crisp, upright, and disciplined, with hairline detailing that elevates tone and hierarchy. Its construction prioritizes elegance and typographic authority while maintaining a conventional text rhythm.
At display sizes the hairlines and serifs read as particularly crisp, enhancing the engraved, print-like character. The sample text shows a steady texture and consistent spacing, with strong verticals creating a composed, authoritative page color.