Sans Other Bureh 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, book covers, vintage, whimsical, storybook, friendly, lively, distinctive display, warmth, handcrafted feel, retro tone, rounded, soft terminals, bracketed joins, open counters, compact.
A compact, heavy-textured roman with soft, rounded terminals and gently swelling strokes that give it a mildly calligraphic rhythm without obvious serifs. Curves are generous and slightly squarish in places, with open bowls and counters that keep the black weight readable. Joins and corners are subtly bracketed rather than sharply cut, and many letters show small flicks or hooked endings that add motion. The overall spacing feels tight but even, producing a dense, headline-friendly color.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and signage where its dense weight and lively shaping can set a distinctive voice. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, but the strong texture and tight rhythm make it less ideal for long, small-size reading.
The tone reads warm and playful, with a lightly old-fashioned, storybook flavor. Its energetic curves and softened edges feel personable and a bit theatrical, suggesting handcrafted signage or classic display typography rather than strict modern minimalism.
The design appears intended to blend solid, attention-getting weight with approachable, humanist motion—delivering a distinctive display face that feels classic and handcrafted while remaining clear in word shapes.
Uppercase forms feel sturdy and slightly condensed, while lowercase shapes are more animated, with distinctive tails and bowls that create a varied texture across words. Numerals match the same lively, rounded construction and hold up well at larger sizes where the detailing can be appreciated.