Serif Normal Tulah 5 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, invitations, headlines, elegant, literary, refined, classic, poised, elegant emphasis, editorial tone, classic italic, formal voice, hairline serifs, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, sharply tapered, crisp.
A high-contrast italic serif with a distinctly calligraphic skeleton and crisp, hairline finishing. Strokes taper sharply into fine, bracketed serifs and teardrop-like terminals, while the curves show a controlled, pen-driven modulation. The caps are stately and slightly narrow in feel, with a consistent rightward slant and clean, open counters. Lowercase forms are fluid and rhythmic, with a noticeable italic entry/exit motion and generous, sculpted joins that keep the texture lively without becoming busy.
Well-suited for editorial typography where an italic voice is desired—introductions, pull quotes, captions, and refined headings. It can also serve elegantly in book design for emphasis and section openers, and in invitations or formal stationery where a classic, polished tone is appropriate. Because the hairlines are delicate, it will be most comfortable at moderate-to-large sizes and in high-quality print or high-resolution display settings.
The overall tone is elegant and literary, with a formal, editorial polish. Its pronounced contrast and graceful slant suggest sophistication and tradition, lending text an air of refinement and ceremony. The impression is more poised than casual, favoring considered typography over utilitarian neutrality.
The design appears intended to provide a classic italic companion with pronounced contrast and a cultivated, bookish character. It prioritizes graceful movement, crisp finishing, and traditional proportions to deliver a refined emphasis style for sophisticated typography.
The numerals follow the same old-style, calligraphic logic as the letters, with varied widths and delicate hairline details. Across both uppercase and lowercase, the design maintains a consistent stress and a balanced cadence, producing a sparkling, lightly textured line that feels best when given a bit of breathing room.