Serif Normal Tamaf 1 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, quotations, literary, classic, refined, scholarly, formal, text emphasis, literary tone, editorial polish, classical readability, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp terminals, open counters, lively rhythm.
An italic serif with a gently calligraphic construction and a smooth, forward slant. Strokes show clear modulation with tapered entry/exit strokes and bracketed serifs that read crisp without feeling heavy. The forms are compact and slightly narrow in places, with open apertures and rounded bowls that keep texture even in paragraph settings. Uppercase letters appear dignified and steady, while the lowercase has a lively cursive-like flow, including a single-storey a and g, a slender f with a long descender, and an italic j with a pronounced tail. Numerals are oldstyle-leaning in feel, featuring varied widths and curved forms that blend naturally with text.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an italic with strong classical cues is needed. It also fits pull quotes, introductory paragraphs, captions, and refined titling where a graceful slant and traditional serif detailing can add emphasis without overwhelming the page.
The overall tone is bookish and traditional, with an elegant, slightly editorial voice. It feels thoughtful and polished rather than flashy, conveying a sense of established credibility and quiet sophistication.
Designed to function as a conventional text italic that provides emphasis with a humanist, calligraphic flavor while maintaining disciplined proportions and consistent color in continuous reading.
Spacing and rhythm produce a smooth diagonal motion typical of text italics, with enough internal whitespace to maintain clarity. Stroke endings often sharpen into fine points, lending a crisp finish that suits high-quality typesetting.