Serif Normal Ipbip 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, publishing, essays, classic, scholarly, formal, literary, refined, readability, traditionalism, text setting, neutral voice, print feel, bracketed, oldstyle, transitional, bookish, balanced.
A restrained serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation. Curves are smooth and open, with rounded terminals and a steady, even rhythm that reads comfortably in continuous text. Proportions feel traditional: capitals are sturdy and well-balanced, while the lowercase shows compact bowls and clear counters, supporting a composed, page-like texture. Numerals align with the same classic construction, showing familiar, legible forms with subtle contrast and calm spacing.
Well-suited to book typography and editorial layouts where a familiar, comfortable serif is needed for multi-paragraph reading. It can also support reports, academic materials, and other formal documents that benefit from a conservative, print-oriented voice.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking printed books, editorial pages, and institutional materials. It feels dependable and conservative rather than showy, with a quiet refinement that suits long-form reading.
The design appears aimed at delivering a classic, broadly applicable text serif: readable at paragraph sizes, visually stable across mixed case, and stylistically neutral enough to serve as a dependable default for traditional typesetting.
Serif detailing is consistent across the set, with a controlled, slightly calligraphic influence visible in the way strokes transition into serifs. The sample text demonstrates stable word shapes and a measured color on the page, keeping paragraphs orderly without appearing rigid.