Type Revivals

Xerxes

Beto López Tristán

Inspired by an Astronomy 19th century book authored by a woman, Agnes Giberne to instruct young people about the Universe. Set it Ronaldson Old Style—what’s said to be the first the first original text face from the Americas. Featuring large x-heights, short ascenders and descenders, strong decorative features as its elongated and over-the-top beaks, it takes a strong and recognizable personality, whilst maintaining open features that keeps it readable.

Beto López Tristán is a Mexican graphic designer, based in Guadalajara, Jalisco. Curious for cultural manifestations through its myriad of human expressions and how they shape our understanding of the world.

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