Serif Normal Obdep 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, refined, traditional, text reading, editorial polish, classic tone, print tradition, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, graceful, transitional.
A crisp text serif with pronounced stroke contrast, thin hairlines, and sturdy verticals. Serifs are bracketed and finely tapered, giving joins a smooth, carved feel rather than a blunt, slabbed finish. Capitals are stately and fairly narrow with sharp terminals and clean, symmetrical construction, while the lowercase shows a traditional text rhythm with open counters and a slightly calligraphic modulation. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, mixing delicate horizontals with firm stems for an elegant, bookish texture.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classical serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely for display typography—magazine titles, chapter openers, and refined marketing headlines—where its sharp contrast and elegant finishing details can be appreciated.
The overall tone feels classic and cultivated, with an old-style editorial seriousness that reads as trustworthy and literary. Its sharp hairlines and refined serifs add a sense of formality and polish, suggesting traditional publishing and institutions rather than casual or playful contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that delivers a traditional reading experience while remaining polished enough for contemporary editorial use. Its controlled proportions and bracketed serifs suggest a focus on timelessness, clarity, and typographic refinement.
In the sample text, the high contrast and fine details are especially noticeable in large sizes, where the hairlines and bracketed serifs create a sophisticated sparkle. The italic-like calligraphic influence is subtle but present in curved strokes and terminals, helping paragraphs feel lively without looking ornate.