Slab Contrasted Yeke 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, circus, vintage, playful, punchy, display impact, signage feel, retro character, decorative texture, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap, notched, soft corners.
A compact, heavyweight display face with chunky slab-like terminals and pronounced, sculpted notches that create a stamped or cutout look. Strokes are strongly rectangular with subtly rounded outer corners, while interior joins and counters often show pinched, teardrop-like shaping that adds rhythm and texture. The overall construction is upright and condensed, with tight apertures and sturdy bowls that keep the silhouette dark and poster-ready. Capitals and figures share the same blocky architecture, and the lowercase maintains a compact, sturdy presence with short extenders and emphatic feet and caps.
Best suited to display settings such as posters, event titles, storefront-style signage, packaging, and bold editorial headers. It can also work for short logotypes or badges where a vintage or showbill tone is desirable; extended paragraphs may feel heavy due to the dense color and compact apertures.
The letterforms evoke fairground and Western signage—bold, attention-grabbing, and a bit theatrical. Its carved-in details and chunky slabs give it a nostalgic, print-era personality that feels both rugged and playful rather than sleek or neutral.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed, high-impact slab display voice with built-in decorative shaping, echoing historical signage and show typography. The consistent block construction and repeated notches suggest an aim for strong legibility at headline sizes while adding character through sculpted interior details rather than delicate ornament.
The repeated internal notches and pinches act like built-in detailing, helping large headings feel lively without additional ornament. Because the counters are relatively tight and the weight is high, the strongest impact is achieved at larger sizes where the internal shaping remains clearly visible.