Typeface Design for MERK PiX
From linen-stitching chart to contemporary type family
MERK PiX is a typeface family derived from the Dollfus-Mieg & Cie 'Merk Stich' instruction alphabet for linen stitching, originally a limited uppercase-only specimen. A2-TYPE extended the character set by designing matching lowercase letters, numerals, and additional sorts not present in the source material. The result is a multi-style contemporary typeface family engineered from a handmade historical reference.
Set in MERK PiX
Insights
- The source specimen contained only uppercase letters, requiring the designers to construct lowercase, numerals, and sorts through original design decisions rather than historical transcription.
- The family is released in multiple styles, though individual style names are not confirmed in the available source.
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