Serif Forked/Spurred Ridi 4 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, western, vintage, rustic, playful, poster, display impact, nostalgic tone, ornamental texture, signage look, bracketed, wedge serif, spurred, notched, flared stems.
A compact, heavy serif with strongly sculpted strokes and distinct wedge-like, bracketed serifs. Terminals often fork or spur, creating notched silhouettes and a lively, ornamental edge without becoming overly intricate. Curves are broad and slightly squared-off, counters are tight, and joints show pronounced bracketing that gives the letters a carved, woodcut-like rhythm. The overall texture is dense and dark, with a steady baseline and clear, upright construction across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Well suited to short-form display typography such as posters, headlines, labels, and signage where its ornamental serifs can read clearly. It can also support brand marks and logotypes aiming for a retro or Western tone, and works effectively for numbered items like menus, price cards, or event promotions.
The font carries a classic Western and old-time print feel, suggesting saloon signage, circus bills, and nostalgic storefront lettering. Its spurred terminals and stout forms add a friendly bravado—confident and attention-getting, with a hint of humor and folk character.
The design appears intended to translate traditional, ornamental serif lettering into a bold, compact display face, emphasizing spurred terminals and carved contours for strong visual identity. It prioritizes character and impact over neutrality, creating a distinctive texture for themed and nostalgic compositions.
The lowercase shows especially distinctive spurs and compact bowls that keep word shapes chunky and graphic. Numerals follow the same bold, carved styling, reading well as display figures. Because of the dense color and decorative terminals, it benefits from generous tracking and performs best above small text sizes.