Serif Normal Gudow 6 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, quotations, branding, literary, classic, refined, warm, formal, bookish, readable, traditional, elegant, bracketed serifs, wedge serifs, tapered terminals, open counters, classic proportions.
A conventional serif italic with medium stroke contrast and a broad, open stance. The letterforms show softly bracketed wedge-like serifs and tapered terminals, with smooth curves and a consistent rightward slant. Counters are generous, the rhythm is even, and the numerals match the text tone with similarly rounded, slightly old-style shapes.
Well-suited to long-form editorial and book typography, especially for emphasis, quotations, captions, and scholarly apparatus where an italic is needed without becoming decorative. It also works for heritage branding, invitations, and packaging that benefits from a traditional, polished serif tone.
This typeface feels literary and traditional, with a gently calligraphic warmth. Its italic flow adds a sense of motion and refinement, reading as classic and cultured rather than loud or trendy.
The design appears intended as a dependable, classical text serif in italic, balancing elegance with steady readability. Its broad proportions, moderate contrast, and restrained detailing suggest a focus on comfortable continuous reading while still providing a graceful, editorial voice.
The lowercase shows a lively italic construction with single-storey forms (notably the a and g) and smooth entry/exit strokes that help maintain flow. Capitals remain stable and readable in running text, with clear serif definition and controlled curvature.