Serif Flared Anbup 14 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif face shows a distinctly calligraphic, flared construction with pronounced contrast between thick verticals and hairline joins. Stems often swell into wedge-like terminals, producing sharp, tapered serifs rather than flat slabs, and giving the letterforms a sculpted, slightly incised look. Curves are smooth and taut, with compact counters and a relatively tight overall fit, while capitals feel tall and commanding alongside more delicate, lively lowercase forms. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic, with crisp joins and fine finishing strokes.
Best suited to headlines, magazine typography, and other settings where sharp contrast and flared detailing can be appreciated at larger sizes. It can add a premium voice to branding and packaging, and works well for book covers and poster titles where a classical yet distinctive serif is desired.
The overall tone is refined and formal, with a fashion/editorial polish and a touch of drama from the razor-thin hairlines. Its flared terminals and high-contrast rhythm evoke a classical, display-minded sensibility that feels premium and slightly theatrical rather than neutral.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif proportions with a more expressive, flared stroke-ending treatment, creating a refined display serif that stands out through contrast, sharp terminals, and a disciplined, editorial rhythm.
The flaring at stroke ends is especially noticeable in letters like E, F, T, and the lowercase t, where thin cross-strokes and sharp terminals heighten the contrast. Round forms (O/Q and e/c) keep a clean, controlled curvature, and the figures show a similarly stylized, print-like crispness.