Serif Normal Olloh 10 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, brand marks, traditional, authoritative, literary, stately, emphasis, authority, readability, tradition, editorial voice, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, vertical stress, large x-height, compact spacing.
A sturdy serif with bracketed serifs, substantial stems, and gently modulated stroke contrast. The letterforms show a classic, somewhat condensed rhythm with compact sidebearings and pronounced vertical stress, giving the text a dark, cohesive color. Serifs are firmly formed rather than razor-thin, and terminals often finish in soft balls or teardrop-like ends (notably in lowercases such as a, c, f, and y). The lowercase has a relatively generous x-height and robust joins, while capitals are wide and weighty with stable, bookish proportions; numerals are equally stout and designed to hold their shape at display sizes.
This face is well-suited to headlines, titles, and short editorial settings where a strong serif voice is desired. It can work effectively for book and magazine typography at larger sizes, as well as posters and branding applications that benefit from a traditional, confident tone.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a distinctly editorial, print-forward feel. Its heavy, confident presence reads as formal and dependable, evoking book typography and institutional communications rather than playful or experimental styling.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic text-serif voice with extra visual weight for emphasis and strong presence. Its aim seems to be readability with a firm, established character—supporting prominent typographic hierarchy without abandoning conventional serif forms.
In the sample text, the dense texture and compact spacing create a strong headline color, especially in mixed-case lines where rounded counters stay open despite the weight. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same sturdy, classical construction, reinforcing a consistent, old-style serif impression.