Serif Normal Obbem 1 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arno', 'Garamond Premier', and 'Ten Oldstyle' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book text, print design, academic, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, authority, publishing, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, stately, bookish.
A conventional serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The letters show a steady vertical stress and a relatively open, generously proportioned build, with ample interior counters and confident spacing that keeps lines from feeling cramped. Terminals are mostly sharp and clean, with occasional subtle curvature that hints at a calligraphic origin. Overall rhythm is even and text-oriented, balancing high contrast with sturdy stems that hold up in running copy.
This face is well suited to long-form reading such as book interiors, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It can also support formal headings, pull quotes, and captions when paired carefully with spacing and size. Its clear serif structure and open counters make it a practical choice for content-heavy print and conventional, publication-style typography.
The font reads as traditional and cultivated, evoking printed books, newspapers, and institutional publishing. Its high-contrast strokes and tidy serifs create a sense of formality and authority without becoming ornate. The tone is composed and slightly old-style, suited to serious, content-forward typography.
The design appears intended as a dependable, classic text serif that delivers familiar, authoritative typography with refined contrast and disciplined detailing. It prioritizes readability and a consistent paragraph rhythm while preserving the formal character associated with traditional print serifs.
The sample text shows clear word shapes and stable line color, with punctuation and numerals matching the same crisp, high-contrast voice. Capitals feel dignified and slightly expansive, while lowercase maintains a readable, workmanlike texture for paragraphs. The overall impression is of a well-mannered serif designed to stay out of the way while still looking polished.