Serif Normal Bavu 2 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, editorial, branding, vintage, confident, dramatic, traditional, display impact, classic authority, print flavor, expressive serif, bracketed, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, flared strokes, large serifs.
This is a heavy, display-leaning serif with pronounced bracketed serifs, strong stroke modulation, and a slightly calligraphic, flared construction. Curves are generous and round, with teardrop/ball-like terminals appearing in letters such as a, c, e, and s, giving the forms a sculpted finish. Uppercase proportions feel sturdy and compact, while the lowercase shows distinct, weighty bowls and a relatively short ascender feel at a glance, producing a dense, dark texture in paragraphs. Numerals match the overall sturdiness, with bold, rounded figures and clear old-style-like shaping cues in the curves and terminals.
It performs best in headlines, deck type, posters, and cover work where its bold presence and sculpted terminals can carry the composition. It can also suit editorial titling and branding that wants a traditional serif with extra personality, though dense settings may benefit from generous line spacing.
The overall tone is classic and assertive, with a nostalgic, print-era flavor. Its strong contrast and prominent serifs create a confident, dramatic voice that reads as editorial and slightly theatrical rather than minimalist or neutral.
The design appears intended to merge conventional serif structure with display strength, adding lively terminals and flared transitions to keep large text engaging. It prioritizes a rich typographic color and recognizable letterforms that evoke classic print typography while remaining attention-grabbing.
Spacing and rhythm in the sample text create a deliberately chunky, ink-rich color, with clear word shapes and emphatic punctuation. The design favors impact and character over delicacy, making it feel more at home at larger sizes where the terminal details and bracketing are most visible.