Serif Normal Lurof 14 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Century Schoolbook EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Chronicle Text' by Hoefler & Co., 'Century Schoolbook SB' and 'Century Schoolbook SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Century Schoolbook Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Century Schoolbook' and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, newspapers, headlines, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, text reading, editorial tone, classic styling, print tradition, bracketed, scotch-like, crisp, stately, sharp.
A traditional serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast, crisp joins, and bracketed wedge-like serifs that give the strokes a sculpted, ink-on-paper feel. Capitals are broad and steady with strong vertical stress, while the lowercase shows compact counters and a slightly chunky rhythm that remains clear at text sizes. Curves (C, G, O, Q, g) are firm and controlled, and terminals tend to finish with small teardrop or ball-like details in places (notably on the lowercase g and some curved joins), adding a subtle calligraphic nuance without becoming decorative. Figures are sturdy and classic, with clear differentiation and a consistent serif treatment that matches the text face.
Well-suited for book interiors, editorial typography, and magazine or newspaper-style layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It can also serve for headlines, pull quotes, and section heads that need a traditional, authoritative presence while remaining readable.
The overall tone is traditional and confident, evoking book typography, established institutions, and editorial authority. Its contrast and refined serif structure read as serious and composed, with a slight old-style warmth from the rounded details and softened brackets.
The design appears intended as a conventional, workhorse text serif with a refined, classic voice—prioritizing clear reading rhythm and familiar letterforms, while adding subtle finishing details to keep the texture lively and distinct.
In running text, the face maintains an even, dignified texture with clear word shapes and a measured rhythm. The combination of strong serifs and crisp contrast makes it feel most at home in print-like contexts and layouts that benefit from a formal, typographic voice.