Calligraphic Ifka 10 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sanvito' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book titles, packaging, posters, branding, editorial, storybook, rustic, expressive, old-world, theatrical, handcrafted feel, expressive display, period flavor, narrative tone, flared, calligraphic, swashy, angular, inked.
A lively calligraphic text face with an oblique forward slant and a broad, flared-stroke silhouette. Letterforms show clear thick–thin modulation and wedge-like terminals that read as pen-driven, with crisp edges and slightly irregular curves that keep the rhythm organic rather than mechanical. Counters are generally open and rounded, while joins and diagonals often taper into sharp points, producing a sculpted, chiseled feel. Spacing appears moderately tight in running text, with prominent capitals and energetic lowercase shapes that create a rolling, handwritten texture.
Works well for display-driven applications such as book and chapter titles, posters, packaging labels, and brand marks that benefit from a handcrafted, calligraphic voice. It can also serve for short editorial callouts or pull quotes where texture and personality are more important than strict neutrality.
The overall tone is playful and narrative, with an old-world, storybook personality. Its strong motion and swashy terminals lend a theatrical, slightly mischievous character that feels crafted and human rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended to evoke a hand-rendered, pen-and-ink tradition with strong contrast and flared terminals, offering a distinctive, expressive alternative to conventional serif text faces. Its slant and dynamic stroke endings aim to add motion and charm in display and short-form reading contexts.
Capitals are noticeably expressive and can dominate a line, especially in mixed-case settings. Numerals follow the same pen-like contrast and slanted stance, helping headings and short calls-to-action feel cohesive alongside text.