Serif Normal Funon 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artusi' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book covers, magazines, invitations, quotations, elegant, literary, refined, classic, formal, classic italic, editorial tone, refined emphasis, crafted detail, bracketed, calligraphic, slanted, sharp serifs, tapered terminals.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a lively, calligraphic rhythm. Serifs are sharp and lightly bracketed, with tapered entry/exit strokes that give many letters a slightly chiselled finish. Proportions feel traditional and slightly narrow in the capitals, while the lowercase shows energetic forms with a clear slant, compact joins, and distinctive, curling terminals. Numerals follow the same italic construction, with crisp diagonals and strong vertical stress.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where an italic voice is needed for emphasis or extended passages. It also fits display applications like book covers, event invitations, pull quotes, and refined branding where a classic, cultivated impression is important.
The overall tone is polished and literary, pairing classical restraint with a touch of flourish. It reads as upscale and formal, suited to settings where a traditional voice and a sense of craft are desirable.
The design appears intended to provide a traditional italic companion with strong contrast and a distinctly crafted, calligraphy-informed character, balancing readability with expressive detailing for both text and short display lines.
The italic construction is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a cohesive texture in paragraphs. Contrast and fine details suggest it will look best when given enough size or printing quality to keep the hairlines and pointed serifs from filling in.