Serif Normal Obmar 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, print reading, headings, academic, classic, literary, formal, traditional, text readability, classical tone, editorial polish, print tradition, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oldstyle, vertical stress, open counters.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and distinctly calligraphic modulation. Strokes show a pronounced thick–thin rhythm with tapered joins and slightly flared terminals, producing a lively texture without becoming ornate. Capitals are proportioned with classical restraint and rounded forms (C, G, O, Q) show a clear vertical stress; the Q has a clean, angled tail. Lowercase forms are compact with sturdy stems, open counters, and a traditional two-storey g, while numerals follow the same contrast and serif logic for consistent color in running text.
This face is well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs well for section headings, pull quotes, and academic or cultural materials that benefit from a refined, conventional typographic voice.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a composed, bookish authority. Its sharp contrast and traditional detailing read as formal and editorial, suited to established institutions and polished print settings rather than casual or playful work.
The design intention appears to be a contemporary, usable interpretation of a traditional text serif: preserving classical proportions and calligraphic contrast while keeping letterforms clear and consistent for sustained reading.
Spacing appears comfortable in the sample text, with a steady baseline rhythm and clear word shapes. The ampersand and punctuation match the same high-contrast, serifed construction, helping the font maintain a cohesive voice across mixed-case and text settings.