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Quattrocento

Google Fonts · Pablo Impallari · 2011

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Quattrocento specimen from Google Fonts

A dependable Renaissance-inspired serif with classical proportions and strong readability credentials.

About

Quattrocento draws on the rich tradition of fifteenth-century Italian typefaces, delivering sturdy, warm letterforms that hold up well across print and screen contexts. Pablo Impallari's careful spacing and open counters make it a reliable choice for long-form editorial work, books, and websites where sustained reading comfort is a priority. It pairs naturally with its companion Quattrocento Sans.

Classification

Quattrocento is a classical Old Style serif rooted in Italian Renaissance typefaces, with low stroke contrast, angled stress, and sturdy bracketed serifs. It is designed explicitly for comfortable long-form reading.

Weights

RegularBold

Languages

LatinLatin Extended

Tags

serifbodytexteditorialworkhorsecleanmultilingualrevivalfreeopen-source