Serif Normal Illaz 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literature, academic, print, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, traditional text, editorial tone, print clarity, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle, moderate contrast.
A conventional serif with bracketed wedges and crisp, tapered terminals that give strokes a subtly calligraphic feel. Contrast is noticeable but controlled, with gently modulated curves and sturdy verticals that keep the texture even in longer lines. Capitals are proportioned and open, while lowercase forms read as oldstyle-leaning, with rounded bowls, compact joins, and a distinctive two-storey “g” and long, slightly curved descenders. Numerals follow the same modulated, bookish rhythm, with traditional shapes and balanced sidebearings that create a steady paragraph color.
Well-suited to book interiors, long-form editorial pages, and academic or institutional documents where a familiar serif voice and steady line texture are desirable. It can also serve for headings and pull quotes when a classic, trustworthy tone is needed.
The overall tone is classic and literary, suggesting traditional book typography and established editorial voice. Its sharp serifs and restrained modulation add a refined, slightly authoritative character without feeling ornate or theatrical.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable serif for continuous text, balancing crisp serif detail with stable proportions to maintain a consistent rhythm across paragraphs and mixed-case settings.
In the sample text, spacing and stroke endings produce a clear, slightly dark text color that suits continuous reading. Details like the compact ear and loop on “g” and the gently angled joins on letters such as “v” and “w” contribute to a traditional, crafted feel.