Sans Normal Subur 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Norma' and 'Optima Nova' by Linotype and 'Skeena' by Microsoft Corporation (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, branding, headlines, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, readable text, classic revival, editorial tone, timeless branding, oldstyle, bracketed, diagonal stress, ball terminals, moderate x-height.
A high-contrast roman with classic oldstyle proportions and a lively, calligraphic modulation. Curves show diagonal stress and tapered joins, while terminals often finish in small balls or teardrops, lending a slightly warm, bookish texture. Serifs are bracketed and relatively fine, with sturdy vertical stems that keep the rhythm stable in text. The design balances rounded counters with crisp, sculpted details; uppercase forms feel stately and slightly condensed in spirit, while lowercase shows a traditional double-storey a and g and a compact, even x-height.
This font suits book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and magazine work where a classical serif voice is desired. It also works well for branding, cultural institutions, and headline applications that benefit from a refined, authoritative tone and crisp high-contrast detail.
The tone reads traditional and cultivated, with an editorial seriousness suited to literature and institutions. Its contrast and refined terminals add a touch of elegance without becoming overly decorative, giving it a confident, trustworthy voice.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional text faces with oldstyle character—diagonal stress, bracketed serifs, and ball terminals—while maintaining a clean, controlled rhythm for modern editorial use.
In the sample paragraph, the texture is distinctly “page-like”: strong verticals and thin horizontals create a patterned color that feels at home in print. Numerals appear lining and consistent in weight, matching the text’s formal stance while remaining clear at display sizes.