Sans Superellipse Bagow 9 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A condensed, oblique sans with monolinear strokes and generously rounded corners that push many curves toward a superelliptical, rounded-rectangle feel. Curved letters like C, G, O, Q and the bowls in B and P read as soft rectangles rather than perfect circles, while straighter stems remain taut and slightly tapered by the slant. Terminals are clean and mostly open, with minimal joins and a consistent, even rhythm across caps, lowercase, and figures. Numerals follow the same rounded-square construction, with simple, legible forms and a cohesive italic forward lean.
This font is well-suited to short-to-medium display settings where a compact footprint and forward-leaning energy help establish a modern voice—headlines, brand marks, packaging, and tech-oriented collateral. It can also work in UI labels or signage where space is tight and rounded forms improve friendliness without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is sleek and contemporary, with a faint retro-tech flavor reminiscent of streamlined signage and instrument labeling. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the tight proportions and oblique motion give it a fast, engineered character.
The design appears intended to merge compact, space-efficient proportions with softened superelliptical geometry and an italicized sense of motion. It aims for a clean, engineered look that remains approachable through rounded corners and consistent monoline construction.
The uppercase set feels tall and compact with wide inner counters for its width, and the lowercase maintains a clear, straightforward structure that stays readable in text. Curves and diagonals are handled consistently, emphasizing a smooth, unified flow rather than calligraphic contrast.