Sans Other Lobab 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shelf' by 21Type, 'TheSans' by LucasFonts, 'Macha' by Positype, and 'Cinta' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, logos, signage, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, rustic, handmade feel, display impact, informal tone, analog texture, chunky, wobbly, irregular, blunt, soft-cornered.
A heavy, hand-cut sans with irregular contours and a slightly wavy baseline rhythm. Strokes are thick and largely monoline, with blunt terminals and subtly uneven joins that create a carved or stamped feel. Counters are open and simple, and many curves show gentle flattening and asymmetry, giving letters a lively, human cadence. Proportions vary a bit from glyph to glyph, with compact bowls and broad, sturdy stems that keep the texture dark and emphatic.
Best suited for short, prominent settings such as posters, packaging fronts, event titles, and brand marks where a friendly handmade voice is desired. It can also work well for menu boards, craft-oriented signage, and social graphics, especially when you want bold impact with informal personality.
The overall tone is casual and approachable, with a crafty, homemade character that reads as playful rather than formal. Its uneven edges and bouncy silhouettes add warmth and humor, suggesting an analog process like cut paper, rubber stamps, or hand-painted signage.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable sans that feels human and tactile, prioritizing character and visual punch over geometric precision. Its controlled irregularity suggests a deliberate attempt to mimic hand-made lettering while remaining legible in headline and branding contexts.
The figures follow the same chunky, irregular construction, staying highly graphic and attention-getting. In text, the weight creates strong presence and clear word shapes at display sizes, while the intentionally uneven outlines contribute noticeable texture across lines.