Antique font
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/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
/ The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London.
Antique
fonts also known
Eguptian
Antique fonts, also known
as “Egyptian” or “Slab Serif” fonts, are a type of serif font that emerged in the early 19th century
The first slab serif typeface, known as “Antique,” was designed by Vincent Figgins in 1817 in London. These fonts were initially used in advertising, posters, and newspapers due to their bold and attention-grabbing appearance.
The popularity of Antique fonts continued to grow throughout the 19th century, and they became a standard in printing and advertising. The design of Antique fonts continued to evolve, and in the late 19th century, the fonts were refined to include more variations in weight and width.
During the 20 th
Antique fonts were
used in various
designs
During the 20th century Antique fonts were used in various designs, including book covers, packaging, and logos
The style of Antique fonts has also influenced other typography designs, including modern slab serifs and geometric sans-serifs.
