Slab Unbracketed Sunam 9 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A very light italic serif with crisp, slab-like terminals and a clean, consistent stroke rhythm. The forms lean smoothly with an even, controlled slant and generally low stroke modulation, creating an airy texture in text. Serifs read as straight, squared-off caps and feet rather than soft, heavily bracketed joins, and the overall drawing favors open counters and generous interior space. Capitals are tall and poised; lowercase features a traditional italic construction with single-storey a and g, plus long ascenders and descenders that add vertical elegance. Numerals appear similarly light and refined, with delicate curves and restrained finishing strokes.
Well-suited to editorial settings such as magazines, book typography, pull quotes, and refined headlines where an elegant italic is desired. It can also support upscale branding and packaging when used at display sizes, where the delicate strokes and crisp serifs remain clear.
The font conveys a cultured, bookish tone—polished and composed rather than loud or sporty. Its italic voice feels formal and expressive, suggesting classic publishing and thoughtful, nuanced communication.
Likely designed to provide a graceful italic with a distinctly crisp, slab-leaning serif treatment—combining classic readability with a slightly more architectural, squared finishing style. The intent appears focused on delivering a light, sophisticated tone for polished typographic settings.
The thin strokes and sharp terminals produce a bright page color, especially at larger sizes, while the italic structure keeps word shapes flowing in continuous lines. The letterforms maintain a tidy, consistent cadence, with pointed joins and tapered entry/exit strokes that enhance the sense of motion without becoming cursive.