Serif Normal Idbiw 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform reading, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, refined, readability, tradition, editorial utility, typographic neutrality, print texture, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, calligraphic stress, open counters, balanced rhythm.
This is a conventional text serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms show a soft, calligraphic stress and restrained triangular/wedge-like terminals, producing a calm, continuous rhythm in paragraphs. Uppercase proportions are classic and steady, with well-formed bowls and clear internal spaces; lowercase characters keep a moderate x-height with comfortable ascenders and descenders. Numerals appear oldstyle (text figures) with varying heights and ascenders/descenders, matching the flow of the lowercase.
It performs best in extended text settings such as books, essays, journals, and editorial layouts where an even gray value and clear word shapes matter. The oldstyle numerals make it especially suitable for body copy that mixes text with dates, measurements, or references, and it can also serve for formal headings when set with adequate size and spacing.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with an academic, editorial feel. Its shapes read as composed and trustworthy rather than decorative, suggesting a serif meant for sustained reading and formal communication.
The design intention appears to be a dependable, traditionally styled reading face: familiar proportions, moderate contrast, and carefully bracketed serifs that prioritize clarity and continuity in paragraphs while retaining a refined, classical character.
Round letters like O/C/G maintain generous counters, helping readability, while joins and curves remain smooth and controlled. The italic is not shown; all samples appear roman/upright. The figures and punctuation blend naturally with text, reinforcing a cohesive, print-oriented texture.