Serif Normal Funay 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, quotations, branding, classic, literary, elegant, formal, text emphasis, literary tone, classic refinement, editorial clarity, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, transitional, diagonal stress, crisp terminals.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered hairlines and confident, wedge-like bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a consistent rightward slant and a calligraphic rhythm, with smooth curves and subtly modulated joins that keep strokes lively without becoming ornate. Proportions feel traditional, with moderate ascenders and descenders and clear differentiation between thick stems and fine connecting strokes. Numerals and capitals maintain the same polished contrast and italic flow, giving the set a cohesive, text-oriented color.
Well-suited for editorial typography such as magazine features, book typography, and long-form reading where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotes, or titles. It also works for refined branding, invitations, and cultural materials where a classical serif italic can convey sophistication.
The overall tone is refined and classical, with a bookish elegance that reads as cultivated rather than flashy. Its italic energy adds motion and emphasis, suggesting tradition, authority, and a slightly dramatic, literary voice.
The design appears intended as a traditional, readable italic companion for serif text typography, combining strong contrast with controlled, conventional forms. Its emphasis seems to be on elegance and clarity in running text while still providing a distinctive, lively italic character.
The italics feature expressive entry/exit strokes and crisp terminals that sharpen word shapes, while the strong contrast creates a bright, sparkling texture at larger sizes. Spacing appears balanced for continuous reading, and the italic forms remain disciplined and conventional, avoiding exaggerated swashes.