Serif Normal Onfa 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, editorial, headlines, posters, branding, classic, bookish, literary, old-style, warm, heritage tone, editorial clarity, print texture, classic readability, bracketed, calligraphic, ink-trap, texty, lively.
A high-contrast serif with bracketed, softly flared serifs and a noticeably calligraphic stroke modulation. Curves are generously rounded and the terminals often finish with slight wedges or tapered ends, giving the outlines a subtly hand-inked feel rather than a rigidly geometric one. Proportions skew traditional with relatively short lowercase and sturdy capitals; some letters show mild width variation and a slightly irregular rhythm that reads as intentional texture. Counters are open and round, and the overall color on the page is dark and confident without feeling compressed.
This style suits book covers, editorial headings, pull quotes, and other typographic moments where a classic serif voice is desired. It can carry short-to-medium passages in larger text settings, and it works well for posters or branding that benefits from a traditional, slightly handcrafted texture.
The tone is traditional and literary, evoking printed pages and editorial typography with a touch of rustic warmth. Its lively serif shapes and gentle irregularities add personality, suggesting heritage craft rather than sleek modern minimalism. Overall it feels approachable and story-driven—classic, but not sterile.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional text-serif foundation enlivened by calligraphic contrast and subtly organic detailing. It aims for a familiar, print-rooted voice that stays readable while adding character in headings and prominent typography.
At display sizes the sharp hairlines and strong thick–thin contrast become a defining feature, while at text sizes the serif bracketing and open bowls help maintain legibility. Figures appear lining with similarly calligraphic contrast, matching the uppercase in presence.