Serif Normal Obmog 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, long-form, academic, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, authority, publishing, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, moderate stress, bookish, calligraphic.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and clear stroke contrast, showing a slightly calligraphic construction in the curves and joins. Proportions feel traditional, with a comparatively small x-height against tall capitals and ascenders, and generous counters that keep the texture open. Terminals are clean and somewhat tapered, with sturdy verticals and round forms that read evenly in text. Numerals appear oldstyle (text figures), integrating smoothly with lowercase rhythm rather than sitting as uniform lining figures.
Well-suited to book interiors, essays, and magazine/editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It should also perform nicely for academic or institutional documents and pull quotes or headings when set with ample leading.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with a calm, cultivated presence suited to established publishing aesthetics. Its contrast and traditional proportions lend a formal, slightly historic flavor without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a dependable, traditional text serif: comfortable for sustained reading, with enough contrast and refinement to feel authoritative in print-like settings while remaining straightforward and familiar.
In running text the face forms a steady, slightly varied rhythm—capital widths and round letters feel naturally balanced, while the serif shaping adds a subtle sparkle at larger sizes. The italic is not shown; the sample suggests a design optimized for upright reading and conventional typographic color.