HWT Brylski

Brylski is a typeface designed for the Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum, to be produced as wood type. Named for wood type worker Norb Brylski, the design is based on poster styles from the 19th century, particularly one offered as phototype by Dan X Solo under the name Midway Ornate. Brylski diverges notably from the original models, with adjustments to the proportions and serif style, plus other design optimizations for the wood type production process. [hex.xyz]

HWT Brylski is Nick Sherman’s blend of 19th-century typographic motifs. Named for type cutter and Hamilton Printing Museum volunteer Norb Brylski, it features bifurcated serifs, extended width, with bold tops and bottoms. The mansard sides give the hefty serifs a jaunty air, while the very thin middles showcase the weight they both hold and anchor. Made with an understanding of the era, clever decisions have been taken to incorporate more modern letterforms into the character set. Use it boldly! [p22.com]