Serif Normal Ifkam 11 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mafra Condensed', 'Mafra Deck Condensed', and 'Mafra Headline Condensed' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, refined, readability, neutrality, tradition, editorial tone, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, diagonal stress, generous spacing, open counters.
This typeface is a conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a calm, even typographic color. The proportions feel traditional, with wide, open counters and clear differentiation between thick and thin strokes without becoming delicate. Uppercase forms are stately and slightly narrow, while the lowercase shows oldstyle tendencies—noticeable in the two-storey a and g and the relatively organic curves. Serifs are crisp but not sharp, with smooth transitions into stems, and the overall rhythm reads steady in text.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif voice and stable texture are desirable. It can also serve formal communication—reports, academic material, and print collateral—where clarity and a traditional tone are priorities.
The font conveys a classic, bookish tone with a polished, editorial feel. It reads as dependable and traditional rather than trendy, lending a sense of authority and restraint suitable for serious or informative content.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif: familiar, readable, and typographically conservative, with enough modulation and serif detail to feel refined while remaining practical for extended passages.
Figures appear lining and well-aligned for mixed text, with clear, readable shapes and moderate contrast that holds up at text sizes. The sample paragraph shows comfortable spacing and a balanced texture, with punctuation and capitals integrating smoothly into running copy.