Solid Anfy 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, event promos, art deco, theatrical, quirky, futuristic, mysterious, attention grabbing, decorative display, graphic impact, distinct silhouettes, retro futurism, stencil-like, geometric, cutout, ornamental, spiky.
This display face is built from crisp geometric forms with extreme thick–thin interplay and frequent use of filled counters and cut-in voids. Many glyphs combine heavy, blocky strokes with hairline connectors and sharp triangular terminals, creating a cutout, poster-like rhythm. Curves tend to be near-circular and then interrupted by vertical splits or interior wedges, while several letters introduce dramatic notches, hooks, and blade-like joins. Proportions are intentionally irregular across the alphabet, with some characters reading as compact solids and others as airy constructions, reinforcing a highly stylized, constructed feel.
It performs best in large-format applications where its internal cutouts and high-contrast details can be appreciated, such as posters, headline typography, album or film titling, and brand marks. It can also add a striking, decorative voice to packaging and seasonal or themed event promotions where distinct letter silhouettes are more important than continuous reading comfort.
The overall tone is dramatic and slightly enigmatic, mixing vintage showcard flair with a futuristic, graphic-symbol sensibility. Its bold silhouettes and unexpected internal breaks give it a playful, attention-grabbing character that feels suited to titles and spectacle rather than quiet text.
The design appears intended to prioritize silhouette and novelty through bold, sculpted forms, using filled counters and sharp cut-ins to create instant recognition. Its constructed geometry and dramatic terminals suggest a decorative display font meant to stand out in short phrases and title settings.
In longer lines the strong alternation between solid black masses and thin strokes creates a lively, flickering texture. Letterforms with collapsed interiors and split bowls (notably in rounded shapes) contribute to a distinctive “cut-paper” effect that remains legible at display sizes but reads intentionally idiosyncratic in smaller settings.