Slab Contrasted Imno 13 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Faraon' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
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This typeface is a robust italic slab serif with chunky, bracketed slabs and a forward-leaning stance. Strokes stay generally even, with subtle modulation and broad, slightly squared terminals that give letters a carved, blocky profile. Counters are open and the proportions feel generous, producing a strong, steady rhythm in text while maintaining lively shapes in curves and joins. The numerals match the letterforms with similarly weighty construction and clear silhouettes.
It performs best where strong typographic color is desired: headlines, pull quotes, and poster-style settings. The italic emphasis and heavy slabs also suit editorial display, branding, packaging, and short blocks of text where a classic, punchy presence is useful.
The overall tone feels assertive and workmanlike, with a vintage, print-forward character. Its italic movement adds energy and urgency, while the heavy slabs lend a grounded, dependable feel that reads as traditional yet bold in presence.
The font appears designed to deliver an energetic, old-style slab serif voice with clear impact and dependable legibility. Its italic construction and sturdy slabs suggest an intention to combine traditional print sensibility with a more animated, attention-getting posture.
The design’s squared-off details and compact joins create a slightly rugged texture, especially noticeable in dense text. Uppercase forms present as solid and emblematic, while lowercase maintains readability through open apertures and consistent, sturdy spacing.