Serif Normal Obbom 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Garamond' by ATF Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, refined, text focus, readability, tradition, editorial tone, timelessness, bracketed, bookish, crisp, humanist.
A classic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed, wedge-like serifs that soften the joins. The letterforms show humanist influences: gently tapered strokes, slightly angled terminals, and round counters that keep the texture lively. Proportions are balanced for text, with clear capitals, sturdy stems, and a consistent rhythm that reads as refined rather than mechanical.
Well-suited for book interiors, long-form reading, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It can also serve effectively in magazines, academic documents, reports, and corporate communications that need a credible, established tone. At larger sizes it supports classic titling for covers, invitations, or institutional branding.
This typeface conveys a composed, bookish tone with a touch of old-style warmth. Its confident, traditional voice feels dependable and slightly formal, suited to content that benefits from authority without looking severe.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly legible serif for continuous reading, emphasizing a familiar editorial texture and clear character differentiation. Its contrast and bracketing suggest a goal of elegance and clarity, working well at typical text sizes while remaining confident for headings.
The numerals and capitals maintain a cohesive, traditional presence, and the overall spacing produces an even typographic color in paragraph settings. Curves and serifs remain crisp, while the bracketing keeps the shapes from feeling rigid.