Serif Normal Ipbor 13 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, longform, literary, traditional, scholarly, warm, formal, readability, tradition, editorial voice, text texture, timelessness, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, soft, bookish.
A classic serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and gently flared strokes. The letterforms show moderate contrast and a lively, slightly calligraphic modulation, with rounded joins and softened corners that keep the texture approachable rather than rigid. Proportions feel generously set, with open counters and a steady rhythm in text; lowercase features include a two-storey “a” and “g” and subtly tapered ascenders and descenders. Numerals and capitals read crisp and stable, with small details like short beaks and angled serifs adding character without breaking consistency.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and magazine articles, where a familiar serif rhythm supports comfortable scanning. It also works nicely for academic or institutional materials, and for headings or pull quotes when a traditional, cultivated voice is desired.
The overall tone is literary and traditional, suggesting printed pages, editorial craft, and academic credibility. It feels confident and formal, yet the softened serifs and gentle modulation add warmth and an inviting, human touch.
The design appears intended as a dependable text serif that balances classical proportions with a slightly humanist, calligraphic finish. It aims to provide a stable, readable texture while offering enough detail in the serifs and terminals to feel distinctive in editorial settings.
In the sample text, the face maintains an even color across lines and holds up well at larger sizes, where its bracketed serifs and stroke taper become more apparent. The design avoids extreme contrast or hairline details, favoring sturdier shapes that keep punctuation and small features clear.