Mule
ECAL Typefaces · Samira Schneuwly · 2022
A warm text serif by Samira Schneuwly drawn from an early 20th century Inland Type specimen, reinterpreted for contemporary small-size use.
About
Rooted in the 'Specimen Book and Catalog' of the American foundry Inland Type, Mule preserves the spirit of its source while correcting its period flaws. Concise serifs, rounded forms and controlled contrast make it well-suited to newspaper and book settings at smaller sizes, though the details hold up in display use too. Released in 2022, it sits comfortably in editorial contexts where warmth and legibility are equally important.
Classification
Mule draws from an early 20th century Inland Type specimen, exhibiting concise serifs, optimised contrast and warmth consistent with transitional serif conventions adapted for text use.