Serif Normal Ekrof 10 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary fiction, magazines, quotations, classic, literary, refined, scholarly, formal, text italic, editorial utility, classic tone, readability, calligraphic, bracketed, transitional, crisp, elegant.
An italic serif with a traditional, bookish structure and a steady rightward slant. The letterforms show clear bracketed serifs and moderate stroke modulation, with smooth curves and tapered terminals that keep the texture light and lively on the line. Capitals are narrow and poised with classical proportions, while the lowercase uses compact, slightly looped forms (notably in the g) and clean, open counters that maintain an even rhythm. Figures follow the same italicized, old-style feel, with angled stress and gentle curves that integrate naturally with text.
Well-suited for extended reading in books and editorial layouts where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or intros. It also fits refined brand collateral, invitations, and academic materials where a classic serif italic can convey tradition and credibility.
The overall tone is classic and refined, evoking established editorial typography and traditional publishing. Its slanted, calligraphic energy adds a sense of movement and elegance without becoming decorative, making it feel scholarly and composed rather than flamboyant.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic that prioritizes continuous reading flow, familiar Renaissance-influenced shapes, and a polished page color. It aims to provide a dependable, elegant italic companion for traditional typography in print-like contexts.
In text, the face produces a consistent, slightly airy color with crisp edges and a smooth cursive flow. The italic construction feels integral rather than a simple oblique, with true italic shapes and terminals that reinforce a continuous reading rhythm.