Sans Normal Tija 1 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TA Modern Times' by Tural Alisoy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, magazine titles, confident, editorial, retro, punchy, formal, high impact, premium tone, distinctive titles, retro modernity, headline clarity, flared strokes, wedge terminals, crisp joins, sculpted curves, display sizing.
A heavy, expanded display face with dramatic thick–thin modulation and sculpted, flared terminals that read like subtle wedges rather than full serifs. Curves are broad and taut, with crisp, clean joins and sharp interior corners in letters like K, V, W, X, and Y. Round forms (O, C, G, Q, 0) are wide and open, while verticals remain firm and steady, creating a strong horizontal footprint and a deliberate rhythm. Lowercase forms keep a straightforward structure with a compact feel in counters and pronounced entry/exit shaping, and the numerals show the same calligraphic contrast with stylized curves on 2, 3, 5, and 9.
Best suited to headlines, title treatments, and other large-scale typography where its contrast and wide proportions can be appreciated. It can work well for branding and packaging that needs a premium, editorial voice, and for posters or campaign graphics where strong, sculpted letterforms are a focal point.
The overall tone feels assertive and refined, pairing contemporary clarity with a hint of vintage, poster-like drama. Its strong contrast and flared endings give it an elevated, editorial personality that reads as confident and intentional rather than neutral.
The design appears aimed at delivering a high-impact, display-forward voice that combines clean construction with stylized terminal flair. Its widened proportions and pronounced modulation suggest an intention to create distinctive, memorable wordmarks and title lines with a polished, editorial finish.
Spacing and silhouettes are designed to hold together at large sizes: the heavy strokes and widened proportions create bold word shapes, while the sharp diagonals add energy and definition. The contrast and terminal flares are consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping the set feel cohesive in headline text.