A French classic with a twist of character
This type specimen book pays tribute to Antique Olive, a distinctly humanist sans serif designed by French typographer Roger Excoffon in the 1960s. Though initially rooted in the legacy of Gill Sans, Excoffon's exaggerated forms and asymmetrical balance lend the typeface a unique personality as seen in the open counters and “O’s” that resemble an olive. The book’s design reflects both the typeface’s French heritage and its unconventional charm, celebrating its full range of weights through expressive, thoughtfully composed layouts that highlight its quirky elegance.
