Serif Other Roha 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Etienne' by ParaType and 'Antica' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, literary, institutional, branding, classical, formal, bookish, traditional, stately, text reading, classic revival, heritage tone, distinct terminals, editorial voice, bracketed serifs, sheared terminals, beak serifs, strong brackets, oldstyle figures.
A serif typeface with firmly bracketed serifs and a slightly calligraphic, sheared treatment at many stroke endings. The letterforms show moderate modulation with sturdy main stems and crisp, wedge-like terminals that give counters and joints a sculpted, chiseled feel. Uppercase proportions are dignified and compact, with assertive verticals and controlled curves; lowercase forms are sturdy and readable with round bowls, a two-storey “a,” and a traditional “g.” Numerals appear oldstyle in construction, with noticeable ascenders/descenders and a more text-oriented rhythm than lining figures.
Well suited to editorial typography, books, and other long-form reading where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also work effectively for institutional or heritage-leaning branding, invitations, and headlines that benefit from a stately, classical presence.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a distinctly bookish, editorial character. The sharp, beaked terminals add a subtle decorative edge that feels historic and slightly dramatic without becoming ornate.
Likely designed to provide a traditional text serif with added personality through sharpened terminals and robust bracketing, balancing familiarity with a slightly decorative, historic accent.
The design’s identity comes through in its consistent wedge-like finishing and pronounced bracketing, which creates strong horizontal accents at the baseline and cap line. In longer text the rhythm feels steady and grounded, while larger sizes reveal the distinctive terminal cuts and the classic, slightly engraved flavor.