Slab Contrasted Konon 4 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Firelli' by Typejockeys (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, newspapers, posters, bookish, confident, institutional, retro, readability, editorial utility, classic tone, robust printing, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sturdy, ink-trap feel, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy slab serif with generous set width and a steady, low-contrast rhythm. The serifs are bold and mostly bracketed, giving joins a slightly softened, ink-friendly feel rather than a razor-sharp mechanical look. Letterforms are upright with open counters and clear apertures, and the overall texture reads calm and even in paragraph settings. Numerals appear oldstyle with varying heights and pronounced slab terminals, matching the text color and reinforcing a traditional typographic voice.
Well-suited to editorial systems where a robust serif is needed for both headlines and running text, such as magazines, newspapers, and book interiors. Its stable spacing and firm slabs also work well for posters, pull quotes, and institutional or educational materials that benefit from a traditional, readable voice.
The tone is authoritative and bookish, evoking classic print typography with a subtle vintage practicality. It feels dependable and editorial—more newspaper or textbook than luxury—while still carrying a confident, headline-ready presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a reliable slab-serif texture optimized for continuous reading while still holding enough weight and serif presence to carry headlines and emphasis. Its traditional proportions and oldstyle-like numerals suggest an aim toward classic, print-oriented typography with practical robustness.
Across caps and lowercase, the design emphasizes strong horizontal terminals and consistent serif mass, which helps maintain clarity at display sizes and creates a familiar, text-forward color. Round letters retain a slightly squared stance through firm terminals, balancing warmth with structure.