Sans Contrasted Ofgam 19 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, branding, packaging, posters, elegant, refined, modern, editorial clarity, modern elegance, premium tone, crisp contrast, brisk, crisp, tapered, airy, calligraphic.
This typeface presents as a clean, contrasted roman with sharp, tapered terminals and clear modulation between thick stems and fine hairlines. Curves are smooth and generously drawn, with rounded bowls and a slightly open, airy rhythm in both uppercase and lowercase. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g”, a compact ear on “g”, and a narrow, pointed “w”, all contributing to a contemporary feel despite the classical contrast. Numerals follow the same logic with pronounced stroke contrast and crisp joins, producing an overall look that is precise rather than soft.
It works especially well for editorial typography, magazine layouts, and headline settings where its contrast and tapered terminals can provide elegance and hierarchy. It can also support brand identities and packaging that call for a premium, contemporary tone, and it scales effectively for posters and display applications where the fine details remain a feature rather than a liability.
The tone is refined and editorial, balancing a modern, minimal attitude with a hint of calligraphic sophistication from the strong stroke modulation. It feels poised and articulate, giving text a polished, premium voice without becoming ornate or decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, minimalist take on a contrasted roman voice: clean silhouettes, crisp terminals, and strong thick-to-thin rhythm aimed at producing an elegant texture in both display and carefully set text.
At larger sizes the hairlines and tapered details read as crisp and stylish, while the generous counters help maintain clarity in running text. The overall spacing and proportions produce a light, composed texture on the page, suited to settings where contrast can be appreciated.