Serif Normal Enbof 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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This is a high-contrast italic serif with a calligraphic rhythm and crisp, bracketed serifs. Strokes transition from hairline joins to fuller stems, with tapered terminals and pointed apexes that keep the silhouettes sharp and clean. The slant is consistent across uppercase and lowercase, and spacing feels moderately open, helping the italic forms read clearly in words. Uppercase proportions are traditional and stately, while the lowercase shows a slightly lively, pen-influenced modulation and smooth entry/exit strokes.
It performs well as an italic companion for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts, where its contrast and rhythm create a polished texture. It also suits refined display roles—pull quotes, headings, invitations, and brand wordmarks—especially when a classic, formal italic voice is desired.
The overall tone is refined and literary, with a formal, old-world elegance. Its italic energy feels expressive without becoming decorative, suggesting sophistication suited to classic editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, highly legible italic with a strong classical pedigree, balancing sharp serif definition with smooth, pen-like movement. It prioritizes an elegant text color and recognizable serif forms for editorial and book-oriented settings.
Numerals share the same high-contrast construction and italic slant, with a notably graceful, sweeping 9 and delicate hairline details that favor print-like rendering. The lowercase shows clear differentiation between forms (notably the single-storey a and g, and a narrow, slanted f), reinforcing a traditional italic texture in running text.