FH Paragraaf
Typografische · 2020
A contemporary Dutch-inflected text serif developed between 2020 and 2026, drawing on broad-nib calligraphy, the work of Gerrit Noordzij and Bram de Does, and early serifs including Phemister and Ronaldson.
About
Rooted in Hendrik van den Keere's Canon Romain and the broader Dutch calligraphic tradition, the design prioritises a harmonious grey tone in continuous body text through subtle stroke transitions and organic curves. Custom ligatures and swashes inspired by traditional Dutch book-cover lettering accompany the core Roman and Italic styles. Additional weights are planned as the family expands over time.
Classification
A contemporary text serif rooted in broad-nib calligraphic tradition, drawing from Dutch typographic heritage and early serifs such as Phemister and Ronaldson. The design prioritises optical evenness and legible text grey over historical revivalism, placing it firmly in the humanist serif tradition.