Typeface Design for Aguzzo

Geometric rigour meets transitional traits

Aguzzo draws loose inspiration from Butti and Novarese's 1951 engravers-style Augustea (Fonderia Nebiolo), specifically its triangular punctuation and enclosed figure "2", which appear as optional stylistic sets. Beyond that reference, the design pairs rigorously carved geometric forms with transitional characteristics. The italic stands at a steep 16° inclination and introduces broad-nib flourishes that contrast the sharpness of the uprights.

Set in Aguzzo

Insights

Triangular punctuation and the enclosed "2" from Augustea are retained as optional stylistic sets rather than defaults.
The italic's 16° inclination is steeper than conventional text italics, mirroring the sharp expression of the uprights.
Broad-nib flourishes in the italic contrast the carved geometry of the roman styles.