Serif Normal Iprag 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, academic, classic, bookish, formal, traditional, literary, readability, text setting, traditional tone, editorial utility, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, soft terminals, calligraphic stress, open counters.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, tapered serifs and gently modulated strokes. Curves show a subtle calligraphic stress, and the joins are smooth, giving the letterforms an even, book-oriented rhythm. Proportions are balanced with moderate apertures and open counters; capitals are sturdy and dignified, while the lowercase has a slightly oldstyle flavor in shapes like the two-storey “g” and the ear on “g,” along with softly cupped terminals. Numerals are lining and clearly drawn, with traditional serifed forms and moderate curvature.
It is well suited to body copy in books, long-form articles, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture supports sustained reading. It can also serve for academic or institutional materials, and for headings when a traditional, trustworthy tone is desired without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a calm authority that feels familiar from printed books and editorial typography. Its softness at the terminals and moderate contrast keep it approachable rather than sharp or overly formal, suggesting dependable readability and a traditional voice.
The font appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes clarity, steady rhythm, and a traditional printed-page character. Its moderated contrast and bracketed serifs aim to provide comfort in longer passages while preserving a classic, established presence.
The design maintains a consistent serif treatment across cases, and the punctuation and figures share the same restrained, text-first detailing. The sample paragraph shows stable spacing and an even typographic color suited to continuous reading.