Arnold Böcklin features a traditional serif structure with high contrast between thick and thin strokes, giving it a timeless aesthetic suitable for both display and text settings.

The typeface incorporates soft curves and sharp angles, creating a harmonious balance that enhances readability.

Its proportions are carefully crafted to evoke a sense of stability and refinement, making it popular for a variety of print and digital applications.

Its versatility allows it to function effectively in both large display settings, such as headlines and posters, and smaller text sizes, including body copy and captions.

Because it was included in early versions of CorelDRAW software under the name "Arabia", it became connected with Middle East and Oriental themes and used in a variety of contexts, from kebab restaurants to colonial shops, despite having little in common with actual Arabian lettering.