Serif Flared Tena 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, classic, literary, stately, traditional, text readability, classic voice, warm character, editorial versatility, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, oldstyle, warm.
A serif text face with gently flared stroke endings and softly bracketed serifs that create a smooth, continuous rhythm. Strokes show mild modulation rather than sharp contrast, with broad, rounded bowls and slightly tapered terminals that feel brush-informed. Proportions are sturdy and readable, with a moderate x-height, open counters, and conservative curves; joins and apertures stay calm and controlled. The numerals and capitals share the same measured structure, leaning on solid verticals and restrained detailing for stable color in paragraphs.
Well suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a calm, traditional serif is needed, as well as magazine layouts that benefit from a warm, literary texture. It can also work for brand identities, packaging, and posters when a classic voice with subtle handcrafted flavor is desired.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, projecting a composed, traditional voice with a touch of warmth. Its flared endings and softened serif treatment add a subtly human, historic feel without becoming ornate, making it sound refined and dependable rather than flashy.
Likely designed to provide a readable, oldstyle-leaning serif with flared, calligraphic cues—aiming for comfortable text performance while preserving a distinctive, historically grounded character for editorial and branding contexts.
Uppercase forms look balanced and slightly stately, while lowercase forms maintain a steady, text-first cadence with rounded shapes and firm stems. The design reads comfortably at display sizes in the sample, suggesting a consistent texture suitable for longer settings while still carrying enough character for headings.