Sans Normal Abgot 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Morandi' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui design, branding, headlines, short text, captions, modern, clean, technical, neutral, dynamic, emphasis, clarity, versatility, modernity, readability, humanist, oblique, open apertures, rounded forms, tapered terminals.
This typeface is an oblique sans with smooth, rounded construction and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Curves are broadly elliptical and well balanced, with open counters and fairly generous apertures that keep forms clear as the slant increases. Terminals read mostly as clean, angled cuts with occasional soft rounding, giving a crisp but not harsh finish. Capitals are compact and disciplined, while the lowercase shows a more humanist rhythm, with a single-storey ‘a’ and ‘g’ and a slightly calligraphic flow through joins and bowls. Figures are straightforward and proportional, matching the letterforms’ calm, rounded geometry.
It suits UI labels, product surfaces, and contemporary branding where an italic voice is needed for emphasis while remaining highly legible. The steady rhythm and open forms work well for short paragraphs, captions, and subheads, and it can also serve as a clean, dynamic option for headlines in editorial or marketing layouts.
The overall tone is contemporary and understated, with a purposeful forward motion from the slant. It feels practical and interface-friendly rather than expressive, projecting clarity, efficiency, and a mild technical character without becoming cold.
The design appears intended to provide a modern oblique companion for a sans family, balancing geometric cleanliness with humanist readability. It prioritizes clear counters, stable proportions, and a consistent texture so emphasis can be added without sacrificing clarity.
The italic is clearly structural rather than script-like: shapes are redrawn to suit the slant instead of simply shearing upright forms, which helps maintain even spacing and consistent color in text. Diacritics are not shown, but the base glyphs suggest a design tuned for clean scanning and predictable word shapes.