Marcel
Monkey Type · Mitch Paone · 2020
An opinionated grotesque from MNKY Type that sits between geometric rigidity and classical warmth, with eight weights, matching italics and a set of alternates that have earned it placement in The New York Times Magazine.
About
Marcel occupies the territory between geometric precision and classic grotesque tradition, with sturdy, uncompromising forms that hold their character at any scale. Eight weights run from Extralight to Black, each with a matching italic, and a range of OpenType alternates extends its versatility without softening its personality. It has been used in The New York Times Magazine and Undercurrent, where its controlled confidence reads well under the demands of editorial work.
Classification
A grotesque sitting between geometric precision and classical grotesque tradition. Forms are sturdy and opinionated rather than neutral, with a distinct personality that holds across the full weight range. Not a humanist grotesque – more architectural and wilful, with enough alternates to adapt across contexts without losing character.