Serif Normal Olgid 11 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, posters, traditional, bookish, warm, sturdy, old-style, readability, classic tone, strong presence, print texture, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap feel, soft terminals, compact.
A robust serif with bracketed, slightly flared serifs and rounded joins that give the strokes a carved, inked quality. The letterforms show moderate modulation with sturdy verticals and gently tapered arms, producing a dark, even texture in text. Counters are relatively compact and the curves are full, with a notably expressive Q tail and a generally soft, slightly calligraphic shaping rather than rigid geometry. Spacing and proportions feel purposefully varied across glyphs, supporting a lively rhythm without becoming eccentric.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a strong serif voice is needed, including headings and short-to-medium passages in print-like layouts. Its dense color and distinctive details also make it effective for packaging, titles, and poster work that benefits from a classic, slightly vintage flavor.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a warm, slightly old-world character. It reads as confident and sturdy, suggesting editorial seriousness while retaining a friendly, human touch in the curves and terminals.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with added personality through softened serifs, rounded transitions, and a confident weight. It aims for strong presence and dependable legibility while preserving a traditional, print-centric texture.
Uppercase forms present a strong, formal presence, while the lowercase keeps readability through clear apertures and stable, upright structures. Numerals are weighty and legible, matching the text color of the letters and maintaining a consistent, print-oriented feel.