Telemachus is an ultra-compressed sans-serif typeface with roots in 19th-century metal type, reimagined for contemporary design. Inspired by the rare Grant No. 2, famously seen on Carole King’s Tapestry album cover, its narrow proportions and towering x-height deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space. The letterforms retain subtle echoes of their vintage origin in their curves and stroke endings, yet the serifs are stripped away for a clean, modern profile. Rounded terminals soften the vertical tension, adding a touch of warmth to its confident, space-efficient structure.
With eight weights from hairline-thin to imposing black, each paired with an italic, Telemachus offers a complete toolkit for display typography. Its compact form makes it ideal for headlines, posters, and signage where space is tight but presence is essential. The uniform stroke weight ensures clarity at a range of sizes, while its distinctive character gives layouts a personality often missing from purely utilitarian compressed faces.
Telemachus thrives in editorial design, cultural and fashion branding, event posters, and packaging—particularly food labeling, where shelf impact matters and space is at a premium. It adapts seamlessly to modern identities while carrying a thread of historical charm, making it equally suited to projects that want to stand out in the era of minimalist sameness. With broad Latin-based language support, Telemachus speaks across borders with the same directness and style. It’s a typeface that bridges centuries, offering designers a way to make bold statements in the slimmest of spaces.