Serif Normal Obgov 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, invitations, classic, formal, literary, refined, traditional, text reading, editorial tone, classic elegance, print tradition, bracketed serifs, transitional, crisp, bookish, calligraphic stress.
A refined serif with bracketed serifs, high stroke contrast, and an upright, steady posture. Curves show a subtle calligraphic stress, with rounded bowls and clean joins that keep forms open and readable. Proportions feel traditional and text-oriented, with moderate ascenders/descenders and careful spacing that produces an even rhythm in paragraphs. Numerals align with the same classical construction, mixing firm verticals with delicate hairlines and small terminals.
Well suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also works effectively for magazine features, academic documents, and formal printed materials such as programs or invitations, where its contrast and classic detailing can add sophistication without sacrificing readability.
The overall tone is classic and literary, projecting formality and editorial polish. Its contrast and crisp serifs give it a dignified, slightly authoritative voice suited to traditional publishing aesthetics.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that combines classical proportions with a crisp, high-contrast finish, aiming for comfortable paragraph color and a polished, professional presence in print-style layouts.
In continuous text the face maintains a calm texture: thicker stems anchor lines while hairlines add sparkle without becoming overly sharp. The capitals read stately and balanced, and the lowercase keeps a conventional, familiar structure that supports long-form reading.