Serif Normal Obgud 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text reading, classic tone, editorial polish, formal voice, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, bookish, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed, tapered serifs. The letterforms show a traditional, slightly calligraphic construction: rounded bowls are smooth and open, joins are gently sculpted, and terminals often finish with a subtle teardrop or ball-like shape. Proportions feel balanced with a moderate x-height, clear counters, and a steady baseline rhythm; capitals are stately and slightly condensed in presence, while the numerals follow the same classic, text-oriented serif logic.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It can also work effectively for display typography—chapter openers, pull quotes, and formal headlines—where its contrast and shaped terminals can add sophistication. In formal collateral such as programs or invitations, it conveys a conventional, polished voice.
The overall tone is classical and literary, with an editorial seriousness that reads as established and trustworthy. Its sharp contrast and carefully finished terminals add refinement, making it feel suitable for cultured, formal communication rather than casual or utilitarian settings.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar typographic color, while adding a refined, high-contrast finish for more upscale editorial use. Its detailing suggests an aim to balance classic book typography with enough sharpness to perform in larger, more prominent settings.
At larger sizes the contrast and bracketing become particularly apparent, giving the face a crisp, engraved-like elegance. The italic is not shown; the samples indicate an upright roman with consistent stroke logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.