Serif Normal Ohdil 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Henriette' by Typejockeys (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, bookish, formal, trustworthy, literary, readability, traditionalism, versatility, editorial tone, bracketed, oldstyle, robust, rounded, substantial.
A conventional serif with sturdy, moderately contrasted strokes and softly bracketed serifs. The shapes feel slightly round and generous, with full curves, open counters, and a steady baseline rhythm that holds together well in paragraph setting. Terminals are mostly smooth and traditional, and the overall construction favors clarity over sharpness, giving the letters a solid, workmanlike presence. Numerals and capitals share the same grounded, slightly rounded serif treatment, producing an even, familiar color on the page.
Well suited to body copy in books, long-form articles, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif voice is desired. It can also support reports, academic or institutional materials, and heritage-leaning branding that benefits from a traditional typographic foundation.
The tone is classic and bookish, suggesting editorial reliability and a traditional, slightly old-fashioned warmth. It reads as formal without being brittle, with a quiet authority suited to long-form text and institutional communication.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: traditional proportions, comfortable readability, and a restrained level of contrast aimed at sustained reading and consistent page color.
In the sample text, the face maintains consistent texture at larger sizes, with comfortable spacing and clear differentiation between similar forms. The serifs and bowls create a cohesive, slightly sturdy silhouette that keeps lines of text stable and readable.