Serif Normal Obmad 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, print, headlines, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, readability, tradition, elegance, authority, editorial voice, bracketed, oldstyle, transitional, calligraphic, crisp.
This serif design shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and robust main stems. Serifs are bracketed and slightly flared, giving strokes a carved, traditional finish rather than a mechanical one. Capitals are relatively broad with steady vertical stress, while lowercase forms show lively, calligraphic details—such as the two‑storey a and g, a curved-tailed y, and a compact, sharply tapered t. Numerals follow the same high-contrast rhythm, with open counters and clear, bookish proportions that maintain a consistent texture in text.
It suits book typography, editorial layouts, and magazine text where a traditional serif texture is desired. The crisp contrast and broad capitals also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and formal print materials such as reports or programs.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a confident, slightly historical voice. Its sharp contrasts and refined terminals suggest formality and tradition, lending text an authoritative, literary character.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances a traditional, calligraphic heritage with a clean, composed reading rhythm. Its proportions and high-contrast detailing aim to deliver an elevated, authoritative look for sustained typography as well as display accents.
In the sample setting, the letterforms create a strong, dark text color with clear word shapes and a steady baseline. The contrast and sharp joins add sparkle at larger sizes while the bracketed serifs and open counters help preserve clarity across longer lines.