Serif Normal Ipgap 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary, academic, classic, bookish, formal, traditional, readability, tradition, editorial tone, text setting, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, humanist, calligraphic, soft terminals.
A conventional text serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a steady, even rhythm. The letterforms show subtly calligraphic shaping, with gently tapered joins and softly rounded terminals that keep the texture lively without becoming decorative. Uppercase proportions feel balanced and slightly sturdy, while the lowercase has open counters and a calm, readable color. The figures appear oldstyle, with varying heights and a more handwritten flow than lining numerals.
Well-suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and other long-form reading where a familiar serif voice and steady rhythm are important. It can also serve effectively for institutional or academic materials, and for headings that want a traditional tone without looking overly ornate.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, suggesting editorial seriousness and long-form readability. It feels traditional and cultivated, with a mild warmth from the humanist details rather than a sharp, high-contrast elegance.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar, traditional voice. Its moderate contrast, bracketed serifs, and oldstyle numerals suggest a focus on comfortable reading and classic typographic convention in extended content.
Details like the angled cross-strokes and the gently curved tails (notably in letters such as Q and y) reinforce an organic, text-oriented personality. Spacing appears comfortable in running text, producing a stable paragraph color suitable for continuous reading.