Astur
Astur is a decorative typeface that was designed in 1940 and licensed in 1948 by Spain's Fundición Tipográfica Nacional. The letters appear to be made of wooden planks, and it is often used when an outdoor or camping look is desired. The font's name, a reference to the ancient inhabitants of northern Spain (the Astures), is meant to underline its rustic appearance.
Also recorded as Woodplank · Camp Fire
Astur
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- Astur
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- Astur was established or created in 1940.
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Astur is a decorative typeface that was designed in 1940 and licensed in 1948 by Spain's Fundición Tipográfica Nacional. The letters appear to be made of wooden planks, and it is often used when an outdoor or camping look is desired. The font's name, a reference to the ancient inhabitants of northern Spain (the Astures), is meant to underline its rustic appearance.
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Overview
A common software version of the font is called "Woodplank".
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• Name — Astur • Style — Display • Releasedate — 1948 • Creator — unknown • Foundry — Nacional Typefoundry • Sample — * Illustration — Astur sample text
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