Serif Normal Egru 9 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literature, invitations, branding, literary, elegant, classical, refined, old-style, text readability, italic emphasis, classical tone, editorial utility, calligraphic, bracketed, wedge serif, flowing, bookish.
A slanted serif with crisp, high-contrast strokes and a distinctly calligraphic rhythm. Serifs are bracketed and often wedge-like, with tapered terminals and slightly flared entry/exit strokes that give the outlines a lively, pen-informed feel. Uppercase forms are relatively restrained and classical in proportion, while the lowercase introduces more motion through curling descenders, angled joins, and gently asymmetric shapes. Numerals follow the same italicized, contrasty construction, with elegant curves and pronounced terminals that keep them visually consistent with the text face.
Works well for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where an italic with strong typographic color is desirable. The expressive lowercase and elegant figures also make it suitable for pull quotes, headings, and formal or cultural materials such as programs, invitations, and refined brand identities.
The overall tone is cultured and literary, balancing traditional book-serifs with a more expressive, handwritten cadence. It reads as refined and slightly dramatic, suited to settings that want sophistication without feeling rigid or overly formal.
Likely designed as a versatile text serif that emphasizes an authentic italic voice—prioritizing rhythmic, pen-like movement and crisp contrast while staying compatible with traditional publishing aesthetics.
The italic angle is steady and the contrast pattern is consistent across letters, giving paragraphs a smooth forward flow. Curved letters show noticeable modulation through the bowls and shoulders, and several glyphs feature distinctive, slightly ornamental terminals (notably in forms with tails and descenders), adding personality while remaining within a conventional text-serif framework.