Serif Normal Synav 11 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial design, quotations, headlines, pull quotes, elegant, literary, classic, refined, editorial, text italics, refinement, emphasis, tradition, readability, bracketed serifs, calligraphic slant, sharp terminals, open counters, lively rhythm.
This serif italic shows a pronounced calligraphic slant with high-contrast strokes and crisp, bracketed serifs. Letterforms are compact and lively, with tapered entry strokes, sharp terminals, and clear thick–thin modulation that gives a formal, engraved feel. Counters remain fairly open in both capitals and lowercase, while the italic construction introduces gentle asymmetry and a flowing baseline rhythm; figures follow the same slanted, high-contrast logic with smooth curves and pointed joins.
This font is well suited for extended italic roles in books and magazines—introductions, emphasis, quotations, and captions—where high contrast and a polished serif structure add authority. It can also serve effectively in short headlines or pull quotes when a classic, emphatic italic voice is desired, provided the setting allows for its contrast and fine details.
The overall tone is classic and cultured, reading as literary and editorial rather than playful or casual. Its strong contrast and italic momentum suggest sophistication and emphasis, with a slightly dramatic, traditional voice suited to refined typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional text-serif italic with a strong calligraphic backbone, balancing traditional proportions with a crisp, high-contrast finish. Its goal seems to be delivering a refined, readable italic for editorial and literary typography while maintaining a distinctive, elegant texture on the page.
Capitals lean toward a stately, inscriptional presence, while the lowercase has a more written, energetic cadence—especially noticeable in curved letters and the long, sweeping descenders. Spacing and proportions appear tuned for continuous reading in italic settings, with a consistent angle and coherent stroke logic across letters and numerals.