Serif Normal Guloh 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazine, essays, invitations, literary, refined, traditional, formal, text setting, italic emphasis, classical tone, readable warmth, calligraphic, bracketed, oldstyle, flowing, bookish.
This serif italic shows a classic, oldstyle-inspired construction with softly bracketed serifs and a smooth, continuous cursive slant. Strokes exhibit moderate contrast, with rounded joins and tapered terminals that keep forms crisp without looking sharp or brittle. Proportions are balanced and text-oriented, with open counters and a steady rhythm; lowercase letters show a slightly lively, handwritten cadence while remaining disciplined and consistent. Figures appear lining and fairly traditional in shape, matching the text color and texture of the alphabet.
Well suited for long-form reading in books and journals, as well as editorial layouts where an italic with character is needed for emphasis, pull quotes, or captions. It can also serve refined printed materials such as programs and invitations where a traditional serif tone is desired.
The overall tone is cultured and bookish, evoking literary and editorial typography rather than display flash. Its italic movement feels expressive yet controlled, suggesting elegance, tradition, and a quietly formal voice.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic that prioritizes readability and a consistent page color while adding a touch of calligraphic warmth. It aims to provide a reliable, familiar voice for editorial typography, with enough movement to make emphasis feel graceful rather than purely mechanical.
The italic is noticeably calligraphic in its entry/exit strokes and curved terminals, giving words a gentle forward motion and a cohesive line texture. Capitals remain restrained and dignified, pairing smoothly with the more dynamic lowercase for comfortable mixed-case setting.