Serif Normal Obrew 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazine, reports, literature, classic, literary, formal, bookish, refined, readability, editorial tone, classical feel, print tradition, bracketed, sharp serifs, vertical stress, crisp, stately.
A conventional serif with pronounced stroke contrast and crisp, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a relatively broad set and steady, upright rhythm, with finely tapered hairlines and stronger vertical stems. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are open, and terminals tend toward sharp, lightly flared finishes that keep the texture crisp at text sizes. Figures are lining-style in appearance, with clear, traditional shapes and consistent alignment.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and publication design where a classic serif texture is desired. It also fits formal reports, academic or cultural materials, and headlines or subheads that benefit from a traditional, refined tone without becoming decorative.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with an editorial seriousness that reads as traditional and dependable. Its high-contrast detailing and sharp serifs add a refined, formal voice suited to established institutions and print-oriented communication.
The design intention appears to be a modern, conventional text serif that prioritizes familiar proportions and readability while expressing elegance through strong contrast and crisp serif detailing.
In the sample text, the face maintains an even gray value for a high-contrast serif, aided by generous spacing and a broad stance. Capitals feel stately and authoritative, while the lowercase keeps a familiar, book-typography cadence that supports continuous reading.