Serif Normal Oldav 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Century Schoolbook' by Bitstream (names referenced only for comparison).
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A compact serif with sturdy stems and clearly bracketed serifs that flare into slightly wedge-like terminals. The letterforms show moderate stroke modulation, with firm vertical emphasis and relatively tight internal apertures that create a dense, even color in text. Curves are smoothly drawn and slightly sculpted, while joins and terminals stay crisp rather than calligraphic. Uppercase proportions are tall and stately, and the overall rhythm favors consistent, column-like spacing suitable for continuous setting.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a dense, confident texture is desirable, such as books, magazine layouts, and newspaper-style settings. It can also serve in headings and pull quotes where a classic serif voice and strong vertical rhythm help anchor the page.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking printed book typography and editorial seriousness. Its compact presence and strong serif articulation give it a composed, institutional feel, while the moderate contrast keeps it grounded and workmanlike rather than delicate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-forward text serif that balances strong structure with enough modulation and bracketing to stay readable and familiar. Its compact proportions suggest an emphasis on efficient line fitting while maintaining a traditional, formal typographic character.
Round characters (like O and Q) appear slightly condensed, reinforcing the compact texture, and the numerals carry the same sturdy, old-style sensibility with distinct shapes for readability. The lowercase includes traditional forms such as a two-storey “a” and “g,” contributing to a conventional, text-centric voice.