Serif Normal Bati 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, editorial, branding, victorian, theatrical, vintage, bookish, stately, heritage feel, display impact, classic authority, headline emphasis, bracketed, ball terminals, incised feel, swashy, soft corners.
A heavy, display-leaning serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sculpted, bracketed serifs. Strokes swell and taper with an engraved, slightly calligraphic rhythm, and many joins are softly rounded rather than sharp. Bowls are full and compact, counters are relatively small at this weight, and terminals frequently finish in ball-like or teardrop forms. The overall texture is dark and confident, with lively curves and subtle flare that keeps large text from feeling purely geometric.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short-form copy where its sculpted serifs and strong modulation can be appreciated. It can add a heritage tone to branding and packaging, and it works well for editorial display settings such as section heads, pull quotes, or mastheads. For longer passages, it will benefit from ample size and spacing due to its dense color and compact counters.
The font conveys a classic, Victorian-tinged personality: confident, decorative, and a bit theatrical. Its bold presence and curvy detailing suggest heritage printing, old-style advertising, and headline typography with a touch of whimsy. Despite the ornamented feel, it remains orderly and upright rather than casual or handwritten.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice with heightened drama: a sturdy, attention-grabbing face that references historical print while remaining clean and consistent for contemporary layout use. Its distinctive terminals and bracketed serifs prioritize recognizable word shapes and decorative impact over minimalism.
In the sample text, the strong contrast and tight interior spaces create a solid “inked” color that rewards generous sizes and comfortable tracking. The figures and capitals read as emblematic and poster-friendly, with distinctive silhouettes driven by curved serifs and swelling strokes.