Serif Normal Ihkom 4 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, literature, academic, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, traditional, readability, tradition, editorial tone, timelessness, clarity, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, bookish, refined.
This is a traditional serif with bracketed serifs, softly tapered terminals, and moderate stroke modulation. Uppercase forms are stately and slightly wide, with crisp horizontals and gently flared joins, while the lowercase shows an oldstyle influence with a two-storey “g,” a single-storey “a,” and rounded, slightly cupped serifs. Curves are smooth and open, counters are generously proportioned, and the overall rhythm is even without feeling mechanical.
It suits continuous reading in books, essays, reports, and other editorial settings where a familiar serif voice and steady paragraph color are important. It can also serve for formal print materials such as programs, invitations, and institutional communications where a traditional tone is desired.
The tone is classic and bookish, projecting trust and cultural familiarity. It feels formal without becoming rigid, with a subtle calligraphic warmth that reads as literary and editorial.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances readability with a slightly oldstyle character. Its moderated contrast, open counters, and restrained detailing suggest a focus on comfortable long-form setting while maintaining a classic, authoritative presence.
Numerals are lining and serifed, matching the text color and cadence of the letters. The italic is not shown; all samples appear in roman, with consistent serif treatment and calm spacing across words and lines.