Serif Humanist Osri 10 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, branding, bookish, heritage, warm, rustic, friendly, print warmth, classic tone, readability, handcrafted feel, bracketed, flared, wedge-like, calligraphic, texty.
A sturdy serif design with softly bracketed, wedge-like serifs and gently flared stroke terminals that suggest broad-nib influence. Strokes keep a fairly even color with modest thick–thin modulation, while curves are round and generous, giving counters an open, readable feel. Uppercase forms are traditional and slightly compact with crisp joins; lowercase has a lively rhythm with subtly varied widths and small, angled details that keep the texture from feeling mechanical. Numerals appear similarly robust and old-style in spirit, maintaining the same serif treatment and overall weight as the letters.
Well suited to editorial typography where a traditional serif voice is desired, especially for headings and short-to-medium text at comfortable sizes. Its weight and strong serifs also make it effective for posters, packaging, and brand marks that need a classic, crafted character and reliable readability.
The tone reads classic and approachable rather than formal: it feels literary, slightly rustic, and human-made, with a familiar page-like presence. The bold, inky color lends confidence and emphasis while the calligraphic shaping keeps it warm and personable.
The letterforms appear intended to evoke a familiar old-style, print-oriented voice with a confident weight and a handcrafted, calligraphic undercurrent. The goal seems to be a versatile serif that can anchor reading experiences while still carrying personality in display settings.
The design favors strong silhouettes and clear internal shapes, producing a dense, consistent text color in paragraphs. Subtle asymmetries and angled terminals add movement across lines, helping longer samples feel lively without turning into display novelty.