Inline Absu 2 is a regular weight, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, book covers, ornate, dramatic, vintage, theatrical, decorative, engraved look, display impact, classic flair, ornamental detail, headline emphasis, swashy, calligraphic, engraved, flared, lively.
A highly slanted, calligraphic serif with flared terminals and energetic, sweeping curves. The letterforms are built from solid strokes that are visually split by a fine interior highlight, giving an engraved, inlaid look rather than a flat fill. Capitals show prominent swash-like entry strokes and curved finishing strokes; lowercase follows with lively joins, looping descenders, and a gently irregular rhythm that keeps the texture animated. Numerals and round letters emphasize large, open bowls and strong diagonal momentum, while the inline detail maintains consistent placement through straights and curves.
Best suited for short, prominent setting such as headlines, titles, branding marks, and decorative packaging where the inline engraving can be appreciated. It can also work for pull quotes or chapter openers when used with generous size and leading, but is less suited to dense body copy due to its ornate stroke detailing and lively rhythm.
The overall tone feels ornamental and theatrical, like vintage lettering meant to stand out on posters, book jackets, or signage. Its engraved inline detail suggests craftsmanship and a slightly old-world, display-oriented elegance rather than utilitarian neutrality.
Designed to evoke engraved, hand-lettered display typography with an inline highlight that adds depth and richness. The combination of strong slant, flared serifs, and swash-like shaping suggests an intention to deliver a classic, attention-grabbing look for expressive display settings.
The slant and swashy forms create a distinctly forward-moving line, and the internal highlight becomes more noticeable at larger sizes where it reads as intentional embellishment. In longer text, the decorative joins and flourished terminals can produce a busy texture, making spacing and size choices important for clarity.