Serif Normal Ipbuw 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform reading, academic, print publishing, classic, bookish, formal, refined, traditional, text workhorse, classic revival feel, formal readability, editorial tone, bracketing, tapered stems, wedge terminals, crisp serifs, moderate aperture.
A conventional serif with sharply defined, bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Capitals show steady vertical stress and sculpted joins, while curves and bowls are clean and slightly compact, keeping counters controlled rather than expansive. The lowercase features a double-storey “a,” a compact “e,” and sturdy, vertical stems with tapered terminals; ascenders are fairly tall and the overall rhythm is even. Numerals and punctuation follow the same high-contrast logic, with crisp terminals and slightly varying widths that create a lively, typeset texture.
Well-suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and other longform reading contexts where a classic serif texture is desired. It can also serve effectively for academic documents, reports, and formal communication, as well as headlines and subheads when a traditional voice is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, with a composed, authoritative presence that feels at home in established editorial settings. Its high-contrast detailing and crisp serifs add a refined, slightly formal character without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif that prioritizes familiar proportions and readable rhythm while using crisp, high-contrast details to add refinement. It aims to evoke established print typography and a trusted, scholarly tone.
In the text sample, the face holds a clear baseline and consistent spacing, producing a familiar book-serif color. Fine hairlines and sharp serifs suggest it will look best when given enough size and print or screen rendering that preserves delicate details.