Serif Normal Idnan 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, publishing, reports, academic, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, scholarly, readability, tradition, editorial utility, print text, bracketed serifs, oldstyle feel, calligraphic, sturdy, bookish.
A conventional serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly modulated strokes that suggest a calligraphic underpinning without becoming decorative. Capitals are broad and steady with crisp terminals, while the lowercase shows rounded bowls and a compact, readable rhythm. The face balances firm verticals with gently tapered joins and subtly cupped serifs, producing a solid, text-oriented color that remains clear at larger sizes as well. Numerals follow the same serifed construction and moderate contrast, maintaining an even, traditional presence.
Well suited to body text in books, journals, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture supports extended reading. It also fits reports, academic material, and formal print collateral that benefit from a traditional, credible typographic voice.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, evoking printed books and institutional communication. It reads as dependable and serious rather than playful, with a quiet elegance suited to long-form reading and formal presentation.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose reading serif: a familiar, sturdy workhorse with traditional detailing and a measured contrast to deliver comfortable, conventional typography for continuous text.
Wide, open counters and conservative proportions keep the texture even across lines, while small details—like the angled terminals and bracketed feet—add warmth and a slightly historical, book-type feel. The design stays restrained, prioritizing clarity and consistency over display quirks.