Serif Normal Wukum 9 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A delicate text serif with tall proportions and a tight overall footprint. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation with fine hairlines and sharper joins, paired with small, tapered bracketed serifs. Curves are narrow and controlled, counters are compact, and verticals dominate, giving the face a high-waisted, slightly compressed rhythm. Lowercase forms are compact with a slender two-storey “g” and a light, precise dot treatment; numerals follow the same narrow, high-contrast logic for a consistent texture in running text.
Well-suited to editorial settings where an elegant, space-saving serif is desirable—books, magazines, essays, and cultured branding. It can also serve narrow headlines or subheads where a refined, classical tone is needed, and works for formal print pieces like invitations when set with comfortable leading.
The overall tone is refined and literary, with an old-style elegance that feels composed and slightly formal. Its narrow sparkle and fine detailing create an airy sophistication suited to classical, editorial typography rather than utilitarian UI work.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional reading experience in a slender, economical width, combining classical serif detailing with a crisp, high-contrast color on the page. It prioritizes sophistication and vertical rhythm, aiming for a polished, literary presence in print-oriented typography.
In the text sample, the type sets with a pronounced vertical cadence and distinct word-shapes driven by tall ascenders and tight apertures. The narrow capitals and slim figures reinforce a condensed, space-efficient voice while maintaining a traditional serif finish.