Serif Normal Ofmaw 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary fiction, academic, classic, literary, formal, refined, traditional, readability, editorial tone, classical texture, print tradition, bracketed, sharp serifs, crisp, bookish, oldstyle numerals.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, bracketed serifs and crisp, tapered terminals. The proportions feel traditional and text-oriented, with moderate x-height, open counters, and a steady vertical stress that keeps lines of copy orderly. Curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic in their modulation, while joins and serifs stay clean and well-defined, producing a clear rhythm across both capitals and lowercase. Numerals include a mix of lining and oldstyle behavior (notably a descending 9), reinforcing a classical text-face character.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It can also serve for headlines, pull quotes, and section titles that need a traditional, authoritative feel without becoming overly decorative.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, suggesting editorial authority and a polished, literary voice. Its contrast and pointed serifs add a sense of formality and refinement, while the restrained shapes keep it suitable for serious reading contexts rather than overt display.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif for continuous text, emphasizing classical proportions and strong contrast for an elegant printed-page impression.
Capitals read stately and conventional, with a prominent Q tail and sturdy, balanced bowls. The lowercase shows traditional cues such as a two-storey g and a pointed, slightly calligraphic y, helping maintain a familiar, historical text texture at paragraph sizes.