Slab Contrasted Urpa 13 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, 'Amasis' by Monotype, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, posters, traditional, robust, authoritative, literary, text readability, print authority, classic voice, editorial impact, sturdy emphasis, slab serifs, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle figures, sturdy.
This typeface is a sturdy slab serif with generous, bracketed slabs and strongly modeled letterforms. Strokes show clear modulation, giving the face a carved, print-like feel rather than a purely geometric construction. The capitals are broad and steady, while the lowercase has a compact rhythm with a pronounced, rounded shoulder structure and a single-storey “g.” Terminals often finish with slight ball or teardrop shaping (notably in letters like “a” and “f”), and the overall spacing reads even and bookish in paragraph settings. The numerals appear oldstyle, with varying heights and extenders that reinforce a classic text color.
It suits book and magazine typography, especially where a firm, classic slab presence is desired for body text or pull quotes. The strong slabs and substantial weight also make it effective for headlines, section openers, posters, and branding that needs a traditional yet impactful voice. Oldstyle figures make it particularly comfortable in running text that includes dates and numbers.
The tone is confident and traditional, with an editorial seriousness that feels at home in print-centric contexts. Its weight and slabs add a strong, grounded voice, while the nuanced contrast and soft brackets keep it from feeling mechanical. Overall it communicates reliability, heritage, and a slightly scholarly character.
The design appears intended to merge the sturdiness of a slab serif with a more traditionally modeled, print-oriented texture. By combining bracketed slabs, noticeable stroke modulation, and text-friendly proportions, it aims to provide a confident editorial workhorse that can move between extended reading and assertive titling.
The face maintains a consistent, dark typographic color at text sizes, with well-defined counters that prevent the boldness from clogging. Curves are full and rounded, and the serif treatment stays cohesive across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, supporting long-form reading while still carrying strong emphasis in display lines.