Augustyn Display
ECAL Typefaces · Sascha Bente · 2020
A high-contrast display serif drawn from an 18th-century Antiqua specimen found in the Plantin Moretus Museum in Antwerp.
About
Designed by Sascha Bente in 2020, Augustyn Display traces its origins to a letter-proof of an obscure 18th-century Antiqua, revived with careful attention to its historical character. The generous proportions and strong stroke contrast make it suited to large-scale headings and editorial display work. Its source material gives it a period warmth that distinguishes it from more generic revival serifs.
Classification
Derived from an 18th-century Antiqua specimen, Augustyn Display is a high-contrast serif designed specifically for large and medium sizes, placing it firmly in the display serif subcategory.