Serif Other Tovi 9 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, book covers, vintage, theatrical, headline, poster, western, space saving, attention grab, period flavor, brandable character, bracketed, high-waisted, compressed, flared, spurred.
A tightly compressed serif with heavy, high-waisted verticals and compact counters. Strokes show clear modulation, with vertical emphasis and tapered joins that create sharp interior notches. Serifs are bracketed yet strongly stylized, often flaring into spurs and wedge-like terminals; several letters feature distinctive hooked or curled terminals, especially in the lowercase. The overall texture is dark and rhythmic, with tall proportions, narrow set width, and assertive entry/exit strokes that read crisply at display sizes.
Best used for posters, headlines, and branding where a condensed, high-impact serif is needed. It suits packaging and book covers that benefit from a vintage or theatrical display voice, and it can work well in logotypes where distinctive terminals help create recognition. For longer text, its dark color and narrow spacing suggest using larger sizes and generous leading.
The face conveys a vintage, theatrical tone—confident and attention-seeking, with a hint of old-time show poster and Western/advertising flavor. Its dramatic terminals and compressed stance give it a punchy, declarative voice suited to short statements and titles.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space while adding memorable character through flared serifs and curled terminals. It balances traditional serif construction with decorative, poster-like details to stand out in display typography.
Figures are bold and compact with pronounced curves and occasional curled terminals, giving numerals a decorative, sign-painting energy. The uppercase maintains a consistent vertical stance while allowing distinctive, characterful terminals that add personality without becoming overly ornate.