Serif Normal Idbab 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, text reading, editorial clarity, traditional tone, versatile workhorse, bracketed serifs, oldstyle feel, calligraphic, warm, transitional.
A traditional serif with bracketed serifs, gently modulated strokes, and a calm, even rhythm across text. The capitals are stately and well-proportioned with crisp terminals, while the lowercase shows a slightly oldstyle flavor through rounded forms and a two-storey “g,” plus compact, readable counters. Numerals appear lining with clear, open shapes; overall spacing reads balanced and stable, supporting continuous reading.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts, where its steady texture and familiar serif detailing support comfort and clarity. It also fits reports, institutional communications, and brand typography that needs a conventional, trustworthy voice.
The font conveys a classic, bookish tone—measured and dependable, with a subtle warmth that suggests literary and editorial settings. Its restrained contrast and conventional shapes keep it authoritative without feeling sharp or overly decorative.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes legibility and typographic continuity. Its controlled contrast and classic proportions aim for versatile, dependable performance across paragraphs, headings, and mixed alphanumeric settings.
Round letters like O and Q are smoothly drawn with a clean, unobtrusive Q tail, and diagonals (V, W, X) feel sturdy rather than delicate. The text sample shows steady color and consistent word shapes, indicating an emphasis on readability and typographic neutrality.