Libre Baskerville Font Family
Libre Baskerville Font Family is a web-optimized serif typeface designed by Pablo Impallari and Rodrigo Fuenzalida. It’s based on the American Type Founder’s Baskerville from 1941 but features a taller x-height, wider counters, and slightly less contrast, making it ideal for on-screen reading. The font family includes three styles: Regular, Italic, and Bold. Libre Baskerville is perfect for body text, typically at 16px, and works well in both large and small settings.
Features
- Taller x-height for improved readability
- Wider counters for better on-screen display
- Slightly less contrast than traditional Baskerville
- Supports 61 languages
- Includes uppercase, lowercase, special characters, and numbers
- Web-optimized for body text
License
Libre Baskerville is released under the SIL Open Font License (OFL) 1.1, making it free for both commercial and non-commercial use.
FAQs
Who designed Libre Baskerville?
Libre Baskerville was designed by Pablo Impallari and Rodrigo Fuenzalida.
What type of font is Libre Baskerville?
It is a Transitional Serif typeface based on the Baskerville font family.
Is Libre Baskerville suitable for web use?
Yes, it’s optimized for web use, especially for body text.
How many styles are included in the Libre Baskerville font family?
The font family includes three styles: Regular, Italic, and Bold.
Designed by:Pablo Impallari, Rodrigo Fuenzalida Website
License: Free for commercial useOFL