Serif Normal Temig 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, branding, elegant, literary, refined, classical, classic italic, text refinement, formal tone, editorial emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, hairline, transitional, crisp.
A delicate italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp hairline serifs. The letterforms show a steady rightward slant, tapered terminals, and gently bracketed serifs that keep joins smooth rather than abrupt. Curves are clean and fairly open (notably in C, G, and O), while verticals remain firm, giving an orderly rhythm despite the italic movement. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with fine entry/exit strokes and classic proportions.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where an italic voice is needed for emphasis or stylistic texture. It can also work for refined branding, invitations, and short headlines, especially when printed at sizes that protect the thin hairlines.
The overall tone is poised and cultured, evoking traditional book typography and formal editorial settings. Its fine strokes and measured italic stance suggest sophistication and a calm, authoritative voice rather than casual warmth.
The design appears intended to provide a classic, high-contrast italic companion for traditional reading and editorial environments, prioritizing elegance and typographic polish over ruggedness or heavy display impact.
The italic is assertive enough to read as a true design rather than a simple slant, with consistent cursive construction across both cases. Stroke endings are sharp and controlled, and the spacing in the sample text supports continuous reading while preserving a refined, airy texture.