Serif Normal Emgom 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, quotations, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text emphasis, classic tone, readability, calligraphic flavor, bracketed, calligraphic, transitional, slanted, oldstyle numerals.
A slanted serif with clearly calligraphic construction and gently bracketed serifs. Strokes show moderate thick–thin modulation with smooth curves and tapered terminals, creating a flowing, continuous rhythm across words. Capitals are comparatively upright in structure but still strongly inclined, with sharp triangular serifs and open, well-proportioned counters. The lowercase has a lively, handwritten italic feel—single-storey forms, looping descenders, and a slightly irregular, human cadence—while spacing stays even enough for paragraph setting. Figures appear in a more traditional, text-oriented style with varied widths and curved forms that harmonize with the italic stress.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, editorial layouts, and magazine typography where an italic with strong personality is needed. It also works effectively for pull quotes, intros, captions, and formal printed materials such as invitations or programs, especially when you want a classical, refined emphasis.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, evoking book typography and formal correspondence. Its energetic slant and pen-like modulation add warmth and elegance without becoming ornamental, giving it a confident, literary voice.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a distinctly pen-informed gesture, providing elegant emphasis and comfortable reading rhythm in continuous text. It prioritizes traditional proportions and flowing movement over rigid geometric regularity.
The italic angle is pronounced and consistent, with many letters showing subtle entry/exit strokes that reinforce a written texture. The design balances sharpness (in serifs and joins) with softness (in bowls and linking curves), helping it read smoothly at text sizes while still feeling expressive.