Serif Normal Ihdow 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, literary, refined, classic, formal, text readability, editorial tone, classic authority, typographic refinement, bracketed serifs, calligraphic contrast, crisp terminals, moderate stress, sharp apexes.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and sturdy main stems, creating a clean, high-contrast rhythm. Serifs are bracketed and relatively fine, with sharp, well-defined joins and pointed apexes on forms like A, V, and W. Round letters are smooth and slightly condensed in feel, with moderate stroke stress and carefully tapered terminals, while the italic is absent here and the roman maintains an even, upright posture. Lowercase forms keep a traditional text build, with open counters and a compact, controlled texture that stays consistent across mixed-case settings.
It works well for long-form reading and editorial composition where a classic serif voice is desired, such as books, magazine features, and essays. The crisp contrast also suits headlines, pull quotes, and literary titling at larger sizes, and can support formal collateral like programs or invitations when paired with generous spacing.
The overall tone is classic and literary, projecting formality and polish without becoming overly ornate. Its contrast and crisp detailing add a refined, editorial flavor suited to established, traditional typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances elegance with steady readability. Its controlled proportions and consistent detailing suggest a focus on traditional publishing and editorial typography rather than decorative display extremes.
In the sample text, the face produces a lively, sparkling page color at larger sizes, with hairlines and serifs contributing to a bright, engraved-like crispness. Numerals appear traditional and text-friendly, matching the same contrast and serif treatment as the letters for cohesive running text.