Slab Normal Anlov 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, magazines, reports, classic, trustworthy, bookish, institutional, text utility, readability, editorial tone, durability, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, steady, balanced.
A sturdy slab-serif with bracketed, block-like serifs and a calm, even texture. Strokes are largely monolinear with minimal modulation, and the joins and terminals feel firm rather than sharp. Proportions are balanced and readable, with open counters and straightforward, conventional letterforms; capitals sit solidly while lowercase maintains a steady rhythm for text. Numerals follow the same pragmatic construction, staying clear and consistent with the alphabet.
Well suited to body copy in print and digital contexts where a slightly more assertive serif is desired—books, magazines, reports, and editorial layouts. It can also serve for headings and subheads when a grounded, traditional voice is needed, while keeping readability as the priority.
The overall tone is classic and dependable, with an editorial, book-oriented feel. Its slab serifs add a hint of authority and tradition without becoming decorative, giving the type a practical, workmanlike personality.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose slab serif that prioritizes clarity and consistency. Its restrained details and steady rhythm suggest a goal of reliable text performance with a subtly authoritative, classic presence.
The serifs are prominent enough to define the silhouette and support long lines, but remain controlled and uniform to avoid visual noise. Spacing appears even in the sample text, producing a stable, composed color appropriate for continuous reading.