Serif Normal Gudul 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, long-form text, magazines, quotations, literary, classic, formal, refined, bookish, text italic, editorial tone, classic emphasis, reading comfort, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, slanted, wedge serifs.
This is an italic serif with smooth, calligraphic construction and moderate stroke modulation. Serifs are bracketed and often wedge-like, with gently tapered terminals that reinforce the handwritten influence. Proportions are traditional and text-oriented, with slightly varied character widths and a steady, even rhythm across words. Counters are open and rounded, and the slant is consistent without becoming overly cursive, keeping letterforms structured and readable.
It suits book and editorial settings where an italic is needed for emphasis, titles, pull quotes, or extended passages that should read smoothly. The balanced modulation and conventional structure also make it appropriate for magazines, academic text, and other print-forward layouts seeking a classic serif italic voice.
The overall tone is classic and literary, suggesting established editorial typography rather than a contemporary or experimental voice. Its slanted forms add a sense of motion and elegance, while the restrained contrast and conventional shapes keep it composed and authoritative.
The design appears intended as a conventional text italic that brings a subtle calligraphic flavor to classic serif forms, prioritizing continuous reading and typographic hierarchy. It aims to feel established and versatile—distinct enough for emphasis, yet controlled enough to integrate seamlessly with traditional text typography.
Capitals feel stately and slightly narrow with crisp, conventional serif details, while the lowercase shows more pen-like gestures in bowls and joins. Figures follow the same italic logic, with smooth curves and a traditional, text-facing presence rather than a rigid, tabular feel.