Serif Normal Lebam 1 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arethusa' and 'Arethusa Pro' by AVP, 'Ardentia' by Asritype, 'FF Kievit Serif' by FontFont, 'Birka' by Linotype, and 'Ines' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, publishing, headlines, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, readability, tradition, editorial voice, print refinement, formal tone, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, bookish, calligraphic.
This serif presents sharply bracketed serifs, a pronounced thick–thin stroke relationship, and a steady upright stance. Capitals are broad and stately with crisp terminals and clear, open interior spaces, while lowercase forms show a traditional, text-oriented build with moderate ascenders/descenders and round, well-supported bowls. Curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic in modulation, and joins stay clean, giving the face a refined, print-like texture at paragraph sizes. Numerals appear lining and proportionally integrated, matching the same contrast and serif treatment for consistent typographic color.
It is well suited to book interiors, long-form editorial layouts, and magazine typography where a traditional serif texture is desired. The sturdy, high-contrast structure also makes it effective for headings, pull quotes, and formal branding applications that benefit from a classic literary tone.
The overall tone is classical and editorial, projecting a familiar book and newspaper sensibility. Its high-contrast refinement and confident proportions feel formal and established, lending an authoritative voice without becoming ornamental or overly delicate.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a polished, print-centric character—prioritizing readable rhythm, clear serif signaling, and a composed presence across both display and paragraph settings.
In the sample text, the spacing and rhythm read evenly with distinct letterforms and clear differentiation between similar shapes, supporting continuous reading. The design leans toward crisp, angular detailing in capitals and a more rounded, text-friendly flow in lowercase, creating a balanced, conventional palette for mixed-case setting.