Serif Normal Legoh 4 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau' by DSType; 'Bionik', 'Quador', and 'Quador Display' by Fontador; 'Askan' by Hoftype; and 'Calicanto' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book design, headlines, branding, traditional, formal, literary, authoritative, readability, tradition, authority, print use, editorial voice, bracketed, crisp, stately, robust, low stress.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and a clear high-contrast stroke pattern. The letterforms lean on sturdy verticals and tapered joins, with moderately generous proportions and open interior counters that keep the texture readable at text sizes. Curves are smoothly drawn and slightly squared at terminals in places, while serifs remain compact rather than extended, producing a firm, ink-trap-free silhouette. Numerals are bold and legible with traditional shapes and strong baseline presence.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and essays where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also holds up for display applications such as section heads, pull quotes, and institutional branding that benefits from a classic, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is classic and dependable, evoking book typography and established print conventions. Its sharp serifs and confident contrast convey seriousness and authority, while the even rhythm keeps it calm and composed rather than ornate.
This design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes clarity, steady rhythm, and a familiar typographic voice. Its contrast and serif detailing aim to provide a polished, print-oriented look that transitions comfortably from body copy to larger editorial sizes.
The capitals read particularly monumental and steady, with consistent serif treatment across straight and curved forms. Lowercase details such as the single-storey-style simplicity in some shapes and compact terminals contribute to a pragmatic, workhorse feel in running text, while still retaining a distinctly serifed character.