Serif Contrasted Peno 11 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kepler' by Adobe, 'Ysobel' by Monotype, and 'Evans' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, magazine display, posters, formal, classic, authoritative, dramatic, display impact, editorial voice, traditional refinement, strong hierarchy, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp joins, bracketless feel.
A sturdy contrasted serif with pronounced thick-to-thin modulation and a strong vertical axis. Serifs read as crisp, narrow, and largely unbracketed, with fine hairlines that create a clean, engraved-like edge. Capitals are stately and compact in proportion, while lowercase forms stay fairly upright and compact, with rounded bowls that tighten at the joins. Curves and diagonals are assertive and clean, and counters are moderately enclosed, giving the face a dense, weighty texture in text.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, book and magazine titles, pull quotes, and poster typography where contrast and crisp serifs can read cleanly at size. It can also work for short passages in print-oriented editorial layouts when a traditional, high-impact texture is desired.
The overall tone is formal and traditional, with a confident, editorial voice. Its sharp hairlines and decisive vertical stress add drama and a slightly ceremonial character, lending text an authoritative, institutional feel.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, print-forward serif voice with strong contrast and sharp finishing, balancing traditional proportions with a bold presence. It aims for clear hierarchy and a refined, authoritative look in display and editorial contexts.
The lining figures appear sturdy and headline-friendly, with clear differentiation between shapes and a consistent serif treatment across letters and numerals. In continuous text the font produces a dark, even color with crisp highlights from the hairlines, favoring impact over airiness.