Serif Normal Pomiz 5 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Baskerville' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, book covers, branding, authoritative, traditional, formal, stately, impact, authority, classic tone, headline presence, bracketed, wedge serif, ball terminals, beaky, display.
This serif features a robust, heavy color with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, sculpted detailing. Serifs are firmly bracketed with a wedge-like feel, and many strokes terminate in rounded or bulbous terminals that add a slightly calligraphic finish. Uppercase proportions are broad with strong horizontals and clear, open counters, while the lowercase shows compact bowls, a two-storey “g,” and a pronounced ear on “g” and “r.” Numerals are similarly weighty and old-style in spirit, with curved entries and exits that emphasize the serif rhythm.
Best suited to display sizes where its contrast, wide proportions, and detailed terminals can be appreciated—such as headlines, magazine titles, and book-cover typography. It can also work for short editorial text or pull quotes when a strong, traditional voice is desired, though the dense weight and wide fit make it more natural for prominent, attention-getting settings.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a classic bookish presence that reads as established and institutional. The strong contrast and pronounced terminals add a slightly theatrical, headline-ready energy while remaining rooted in conventional serif formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with extra visual authority, combining traditional bracketed serifs with expressive terminals to strengthen presence at larger sizes. Its broad stance and high-contrast modeling suggest a focus on impactful typography rather than quiet, minimalist body text.
The design’s wide set and heavy strokes create a commanding texture in paragraphs, with especially bold impact in capitals and short words. The interplay of sharp serifs and rounded terminals gives the face a distinctive, slightly vintage editorial character without leaning into novelty shapes.