Slab Square Ombe 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, newspapers, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, text workhorse, readability, editorial tone, sturdy presence, bracketed serifs, sturdy, crisp, moderate stress, open counters.
A sturdy slab serif with compact proportions and a measured, even rhythm. Serifs read as firm rectangular slabs with slight bracketing, giving joins a softened transition rather than a fully sharp cutoff. Strokes stay largely even with only subtle modulation, and the overall color is solid without feeling heavy. The capitals are broad and stable, while lowercase forms are compact with clear, open counters; rounded letters keep a controlled, slightly squared feel at their terminals. Numerals are straightforward and robust, matching the same calm, workmanlike texture as the text letters.
Well suited to long-form reading and information-dense layouts such as books, editorial spreads, and newspaper-style typography. Its sturdy serifs and even texture also support formal documents and reports where a traditional but robust voice is desired.
The tone is familiar and dependable, with a gently old-style, literary character. It feels practical and authoritative—more newspaper and book typography than display flamboyance—while still projecting a confident, crafted presence typical of slab serifs.
The design appears intended as a reliable text slab serif that prioritizes clarity and consistent rhythm while adding a confident, traditional editorial flavor. It aims to deliver sturdy presence at paragraph sizes without sacrificing familiarity or readability.
In text, the face maintains a consistent line texture and clear word shapes, with punctuation and dots appearing distinct and well weighted. The overall impression balances utilitarian sturdiness with a refined, traditional finish at the serif joins.