Serif Other Ipvo 1 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, dramatic, literary, display impact, classic revival, editorial voice, expressive serif, bracketed, curvy, ball terminals, swashy, compact.
A compact, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed serifs. Uppercase forms are sturdy and slightly condensed in feel, with smooth, rounded joins and a crisp, carved silhouette. Lowercase shows lively calligraphic influence through bulbous terminals and subtle swash-like shaping on letters such as g, j, y, and z, creating an energetic rhythm without losing overall structure. Numerals are heavy and sculpted, with clear contrast and traditional serif detailing that reads well at display sizes.
Well suited for headlines, pull quotes, and editorial typography where a confident serif voice is needed. Its sculpted contrast and expressive lowercase make it a strong choice for book covers, cultural posters, and branding that benefits from a classic-yet-spirited tone.
The font conveys a classic editorial tone with a touch of theatrical flair. Its strong contrast and curving terminals feel formal and authoritative, while the more animated lowercase adds personality and a slightly vintage, literary character.
The design appears intended to merge traditional serif construction with more expressive, calligraphic terminal behavior, delivering a distinctive display face that feels both established and characterful. It aims for strong typographic presence and recognizable word shapes in short to medium-length settings.
Spacing appears designed for impactful setting, with dense color and clear word shapes in the sample text. The sharp contrast and compact proportions suggest best performance at larger sizes, where fine strokes and bracket details can remain crisp.