Pabean Market
Nasir Udin Studio · Nasir Udin · 2024
A single-style display typeface drawn from the inscription on Surabaya's oldest market, established in 1849, with retro letterforms and discretionary ligatures.
About
The design takes its cues from the historical lettering found on Pabean Market in Surabaya, Indonesia, translating an 1849 inscription into a complete typeface with 472 glyphs. A set of discretionary ligatures adds visual variety to the otherwise single-style family. The result sits somewhere between nostalgic and festive, suited to branding, packaging or editorial work that calls for period character.
Classification
A decorative display typeface inspired by historical market inscription lettering, blending retro characteristics with ornamental features. Its single-style construction and discretionary ligatures place it firmly in the display category.