Serif Normal Ornu 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, formal, literary, authoritative, traditional, classic text, strong presence, editorial clarity, traditional voice, formal emphasis, bracketed, wedge serifs, crisp, stately, calligraphic.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast and crisp, bracketed wedge serifs. The capitals are wide and stately with sharp, flared terminals, while curves (C, G, O, Q) show smooth modulation and a firm, vertical stress. Lowercase forms have compact proportions and sturdy stems, with ball-like dots on i/j and a clear, two-storey a; joins and serifs remain clean and controlled, producing a dense, dark page color in text. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, old-style-influenced construction, with strong verticals and tapered ends.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a strong serif texture and traditional tone are wanted, particularly at comfortable text sizes with ample leading. It also performs well for display uses such as headlines, pull quotes, and posters where the high-contrast strokes and crisp serifs can provide impact and authority.
The overall tone is classic and authoritative, evoking traditional publishing and institutional typography. Its weight and contrast give it a confident, serious voice suited to prominent, text-forward settings where a refined, slightly dramatic texture is desirable.
The design appears intended as a conventional, publication-oriented serif that balances classic forms with a heavier, high-contrast build. It aims to deliver a dignified voice and a strong typographic presence across both text and headline applications.
In the sample text, the face maintains a consistent rhythm and strong color, with sharp serifs and tapered strokes creating a slightly ceremonial feel. The combination of large capitals and compact lowercase reinforces an editorial hierarchy and a traditional reading texture.