Sans Normal Ugraf 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheadings, pull quotes, book covers, magazine design, editorial, classic, refined, dramatic, literary, expressive italic, editorial voice, elegant emphasis, display clarity, calligraphic, bracketed, beaked, lively, slanted.
A sharply slanted italic with pronounced thick–thin modulation and tapered terminals that create a crisp, energetic texture. Curves are smooth and somewhat condensed in their inner spaces, while strokes often finish in pointed, beak-like ends; joins and transitions feel calligraphically informed rather than geometric. Capitals lean with a confident forward angle and show strong diagonal stress, and the lowercase maintains a steady x-height with expressive ascenders and descenders. Overall spacing reads moderately tight, producing a cohesive, high-contrast rhythm in text.
This font suits editorial typography where an italic voice is meant to carry emphasis with elegance—magazine headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and book-cover titling. It can also work for short to medium passages where a vivid, high-contrast texture is desired, though it will be most comfortable at display sizes.
The style feels editorial and classic, with a refined, cultured tone that suggests tradition and authority while remaining lively. Its dramatic contrast and decisive slant add momentum and a touch of sophistication suited to emphatic or expressive settings.
The design appears intended as an expressive italic with a classic, print-oriented flavor, combining strong contrast with crisp, tapered endings to create a distinctive voice in layouts. It prioritizes rhythm and personality over neutrality, aiming to stand out in prominent text roles.
Several forms show distinctive italic behavior—single-storey constructions, flowing entry/exit strokes, and terminals that sharpen into wedges—helping the face read as purpose-built for italic rather than a simple slant. Numerals echo the same contrast and angled stress, staying consistent with the letterforms.