Serif Normal Jobak 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Corporate A' by Berthold and 'Corporate A' and 'Corporate A WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, readability, traditionalism, authority, publishing, clarity, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp joins, moderate modulation, open counters.
This typeface is a conventional serif with pronounced stroke modulation and bracketed serifs that taper to sharp, crisp terminals. Round characters show a clear vertical stress, while straight stems remain firm and upright, producing a steady text rhythm. Uppercase proportions feel traditional and slightly stately, with clean diagonals in V/W/X and a balanced, readable bowl structure in B/P/R. Lowercase forms are compact and orderly with a two-storey a and g, short-to-moderate ascenders and descenders, and a gently curved, bracketed serif treatment that keeps the texture refined rather than heavy.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also fits formal documents, academic or institutional reports, and refined print typography where crisp contrast and a classic tone support hierarchy and credibility.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, suggesting established publishing and institutional communication. Its high-contrast detailing and sharp serif finish lend a formal, polished voice that reads as serious and authoritative without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif that prioritizes familiar proportions, clear character construction, and a polished high-contrast finish for professional publishing and formal communication.
In the sample text, the face maintains strong word-shape clarity at display and large text sizes, with distinct numeral forms and clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., I/l/1 and O/0). Contrast and fine serifs suggest it benefits from comfortable sizes and reasonable spacing to preserve detail in dense settings.