Serif Normal Obkaw 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, academic, branding, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, editorial tone, typographic refinement, bracketed, crisp, transitional, calligraphic, open counters.
A classic serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a crisp, high-contrast stroke model. Curves are smoothly drawn with open apertures and generous counters, while horizontals and hairlines stay fine and clean against sturdier verticals. Proportions feel slightly expanded with steady, text-oriented spacing, and the capitals show restrained, traditional detailing. The italic is not shown; the roman maintains a consistent, measured rhythm across letters and numerals.
Well suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and magazine text where a familiar serif texture is desired. It can also serve academic or institutional communications, and works effectively for headings, pull quotes, and branding that benefits from a traditional, cultivated feel.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, projecting a composed, editorial seriousness. Its sharp serifs and clear contrast lend a refined, slightly authoritative voice suited to established institutions and long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif that balances elegance with readability. Its contrast, bracketed serifs, and open interior forms suggest a focus on comfortable long-form setting while retaining a polished, formal presence.
Numerals appear oldstyle in spirit, with varied heights and lively curves that add a classical texture in running text. Terminals and joins show subtle calligraphic influence without becoming decorative, keeping the design firmly in the conventional text-serif lane.