Serif Normal Gubak 14 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, quotations, citations, invitations, literary, classic, formal, scholarly, traditional, text reading, editorial tone, elegant emphasis, classic styling, bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, calligraphic, bookish, refined.
A classic italic serif with moderate stroke modulation and softly bracketed serifs. The forms lean consistently, with compact, slightly calligraphic curves and tapered terminals that keep the texture lively without becoming ornate. Uppercase letters feel stately and proportioned for titling, while the lowercase maintains a smooth, continuous flow and a clear, readable silhouette.
Well-suited for editorial typography such as books, essays, and long-form articles where italic is used for emphasis, citations, or foreign words. It also works for invitations, programs, and traditional branding that benefits from a refined italic serif, and for headings or pull quotes when a classic, literary tone is desired.
This italic serif conveys a literary, cultivated tone with a hint of old-world formality. Its steady rhythm and understated detailing feel traditional and trustworthy, suited to refined reading rather than flashy display.
The design appears intended as a conventional italic companion for text, providing emphasis while maintaining a calm, readable color. Its moderate contrast and restrained serif treatment aim for dependable legibility and a familiar, classic voice.
Spacing appears even and text color stays consistent across sample lines, giving paragraphs a smooth texture. Numerals follow the same italic motion and serif vocabulary, integrating cleanly with running text.