Serif Normal Ihdah 14 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, text readability, classic voice, editorial utility, elegant display, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, calligraphic, transitional, sharp terminals.
This serif shows crisp, bracketed serifs paired with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a fairly vertical overall stance. Capitals are open and stately with generous interior space; the curves are smooth and controlled, while joins and terminals often sharpen into subtly beaked or tapered endings. Lowercase forms read as traditional and text-oriented, with a moderate x-height, compact bowls, and a clear rhythm created by varied stroke widths and slightly lively proportions. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and small, pointed finishing details that keep the texture refined at display sizes.
Well-suited to long-form reading contexts such as books and editorial layouts, where its traditional proportions and controlled contrast create a familiar, comfortable texture. It also works effectively for refined headlines, chapter openers, pull quotes, and formal communications that benefit from a classic serif voice.
The tone is classic and cultivated, evoking book typography and established editorial design. Its contrast and tapered details add a sense of refinement and ceremony, making it feel more formal than purely utilitarian while remaining readable and conventional.
The design appears intended as a conventional, literature-oriented serif that balances readability with a visibly crafted, high-contrast finish. It aims to deliver a timeless text face that can also step into display roles thanks to its sharp terminals and elegant modulation.
Distinctive cues include a sweeping Q tail, a delicate hairline presence in curved letters, and a mix of sturdy stems with slender cross strokes that produces a polished, traditional page color. The sample text suggests it maintains clarity in longer settings, while the contrast and sharp terminals become more pronounced and elegant as size increases.