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Lacquer

Designer: Eli Block, Niki Polyocan
Language Support:LatinEnglish
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Lacquer Typography helps convey meaning, emotion, and culture through carefully designed letterforms, making written communication both effective and visually engaging.

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RegularTTF
Lacquer-Regular.ttf
0.28 MB

Supports 79 languages

Supports 1 scripts

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Licensing & Core Factoid Summary

Lacquer is a Sans-Serif typeface designed by Eli Block, Niki Polyocan, published under Open Source (SIL OFL) (Official License). Includes 1 weight(s)/style(s). Last verified: 2026-06-06.

License Type Open Source (SIL OFL)
Commercial Rights Open Source · Commercial & Derivative Allowed
Designer / Foundry Eli Block, Niki Polyocan
Web & App Embedding Allowed in CSS & App Bundles

About This Font

Lacquer is a distinctive sans-serif typeface designed by Eli Block and Niki Polyocan, released under the SIL Open Font License (OFL). It supports Latin script and English, making it ideal for modern, bold typographic designs. The font's sharp, angular strokes and high contrast give it a hand-painted, lacquer-like texture that stands out in headlines and branding. With a single Regular weight and TTF format, Lacquer is a free, open-source option for designers seeking an edgy, expressive style.

Key Features

  • Hand-painted, lacquer-inspired texture with sharp, angular strokes
  • High contrast between thick and thin elements for dramatic impact
  • Single Regular weight optimized for display and headline use
  • Open-source license (OFL) allows free use, modification, and redistribution
  • Supports Latin script and English language characters

Recommended Use Cases

Eye-catching headlines and titles in editorial design or magazines Branding and logos for creative industries, art galleries, or music events Poster and flyer design for concerts, festivals, or cultural events Social media graphics and digital banners requiring a bold, handcrafted look Packaging design for artisanal or luxury products with a modern edge

Font Information

Font Family
Lacquer
Font Type
Sans-serif
Designer
Eli Block, Niki Polyocan
Foundry
未知制造商
License
OFL
File Formats
TTF
Font Weights
Regular
File Size
0.28 MB
Release Date
2025-05-16
Last Updated
2026-06-06

Copyright

Copyright 2019 The Lacquer Project Authors (https://github.com/Lacquer-Font/Lacquer) This Font Software is licensed under the SIL Open Font License, Version 1.1. This license is available with a FAQ at: http://scripts.sil.org/OFL

Official license URL (external)

http://scripts.sil.org/OFL

Tags

lacquer Regular Sans-serif Latin English

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lacquer free for commercial use?
Under the listed "OFL" license, Lacquer may be used in commercial projects when you follow the license terms. Review the full license on this page before downloading. You can also read our license guide: /en/licenses/ofl.
Which languages does Lacquer support?
Based on character-coverage data, Lacquer primarily supports: Latin, English. Exact glyphs depend on the font files—check the language coverage section on this page.
Can I embed Lacquer on my website?
Yes, you can embed Lacquer on websites using @font-face or other web font methods. The OFL permits web embedding without additional fees.
What file formats are available for Lacquer?
Lacquer is available in TTF (TrueType Font) format, which is compatible with most operating systems and design software.
Can I modify Lacquer for my project?
Yes, the OFL allows you to modify the font. If you distribute modified versions, you must rename them and keep the same license.
Is Lacquer available in multiple weights?
Lacquer currently includes only a Regular weight. It is designed primarily for display and headline use.

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