Sans Other Turuf 17 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, editorial display, playful, retro, quirky, hand-cut, whimsical, expressiveness, compact headlines, vintage tone, handmade texture, poster impact, condensed, angular, flared, chiseled, irregular rhythm.
A condensed display face with tall proportions and a slightly uneven, hand-shaped rhythm. Strokes stay largely uniform in thickness, with wedge-like terminals and occasional flared joins that create a chiseled, cut-paper feel. Curves are narrow and upright, counters are tight, and many letters show subtle asymmetries (notably in bowls and shoulders) that keep the texture lively. The overall silhouette is clean and mostly serifless, but the pointed endings and tapering give it a distinctive, constructed character.
Best suited for headlines, posters, labels, and branding moments where a narrow footprint and high personality are useful. It can work well for event titles, retro-inspired packaging, café/menu headings, and punchy editorial display where a lively texture is desired.
The font reads as quirky and theatrical, combining a mid-century poster sensibility with a handmade, storybook edge. Its narrow, spiky terminals add energy and a slightly mischievous tone, making text feel animated rather than neutral.
Likely designed as a characterful condensed display sans that borrows from hand-cut or chiseled lettering, aiming for strong word shapes and a spirited, vintage-leaning voice. The intention seems to prioritize expressive texture and compact width over quiet neutrality.
Spacing appears compact and the condensed forms create strong vertical color, which can look striking in headlines but may feel busy in long passages. Round letters keep a controlled oval shape, while diagonals and junctions introduce sharper accents that punctuate words and improve distinctiveness.