Serif Normal Ihnem 10 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, academic, refined, literary, formal, classic, readability, editorial tone, classic authority, space efficiency, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic, compact.
This serif typeface presents a compact, finely drawn texture with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply defined, bracketed serifs. Stems are relatively slim while hairlines stay crisp, producing an elegant, high-contrast rhythm that reads as precise and carefully controlled. Curves are smooth and slightly sculpted, with tapered terminals and a generally conservative, bookish construction; capitals feel stately and well-proportioned, while lowercase forms maintain a steady, readable pattern. Numerals follow the same refined contrast and vertical emphasis, integrating cleanly with the text color.
It works well for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a refined serif texture is desired, and it also scales effectively for section heads, pull quotes, and elegant headlines. The compact proportions make it useful when fitting more copy into limited space without losing a classical tone.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, leaning toward an editorial, literary voice. Its sharp detailing and contrast convey seriousness and sophistication, suggesting a confident, established presence rather than a casual or playful one.
The design intent appears to be a conventional, high-fidelity text serif with an elevated, editorial finish—prioritizing a polished reading texture and a classic, authoritative voice while retaining enough sharpness and contrast to perform in larger typographic settings.
At text sizes the strong contrast and narrow set create a dense, elegant page color, while the crisp serifs and tapered details become especially prominent at display sizes. The italic is not shown; the samples indicate a consistent, formal roman style suited to structured typography.