Serif Normal Ihmos 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, academic, reports, print reading, classic, literary, formal, traditional, authoritative, readability, text setting, classic tone, editorial utility, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust, open counters.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs, subtly calligraphic modulation, and sturdy, even color in text. Strokes show moderate thick–thin contrast with gently tapered terminals, while bowls and counters stay open and legible. Proportions feel slightly compact and steady rather than elongated, with a balanced x-height and clear differentiation between uppercase and lowercase. Numerals align comfortably with the text style, matching the serifed, moderately contrasted construction for consistent rhythm in paragraphs.
This face is well suited to long-form print reading such as books, journals, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif rhythm supports comfortable scanning. It also fits formal documents—reports, academic materials, and institutional communications—where a traditional tone and stable text color are desirable.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, projecting reliability and tradition. It reads as formal without feeling brittle, giving copy an established, editorial character that suits serious or institutional messaging.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and a time-tested, literary voice. Its moderated contrast and bracketed serifs aim to create a dependable page texture that performs well in continuous text.
Round forms stay smooth and controlled, and the serifs are not overly sharp, which helps maintain a calm texture across lines. The italics are not shown; the style presented is a straightforward roman suited to sustained reading.