Kabel (typeface)

Kabel
CategorySans-serif
ClassificationGeometric
Designer(s)Rudolf Koch
FoundryGebr. Klingspor
VariationsITC Kabel
Neue Kabel

Kabel is a geometric sans-serif typeface that was designed by the German designer Rudolf Koch and released by the Klingspor foundry from 1927 onward.[1]

Kabel belongs to the "geometric" style of sans-serifs, which was becoming popular in Germany during its creation. Based loosely on the structure of the circle and straight lines, it nonetheless applies a number of unusual design decisions, such as a delicately-low x-height (although larger in the bold weight), a tilted 'e' and irregularly-angled terminals, to add delicacy and an irregularity that suggests stylish calligraphy of which Koch was an expert. A variety of rereleases and digitisations have been created.

  1. ^ Ulrich, Ferdinand. "Why we need a new Kabel". FontShop. Retrieved 19 December 2016.

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