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The #Didot typeface on the works since 2014. Several sizes and many weights on the way. Painting by Antoine-Jean Gros, 1812. Musée national du Château de Versailles.
The punchcutter had to visually adapt his design to the engraving size. The aim was to optimize the best contrast and general weight, but also to respect both design’s and reader’s needs. https://t.co/DVP5jTqoFb
Retiro https://t.co/DVP5jTqoFb is a synthesis of these high contrast styles mixed with an Hispanic mind. Result is then, after 2-3 years of work, a typeface with countless variations.
Retiro https://t.co/DVP5jTqoFb is a daring interpretation of Spanish typography. Severe, austere and yet, full of life, Retiro is a vernacular version of Castilian and Andalusian in a typical Didot.