Serif Normal Ofbal 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, academic, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, refined, readability, tradition, credibility, editorial tone, print emphasis, bracketed, crisp, balanced, bookish, calligraphic.
This serif presents crisp, bracketed serifs and clearly modulated strokes, with strong thick–thin transitions that read cleanly at display sizes. Proportions feel balanced and traditionally structured, with relatively generous capitals and slightly narrower, compact lowercase forms that maintain an even rhythm across words. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals are neatly finished, and counters remain open enough to support legibility while preserving a decidedly traditional texture.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a traditional serif voice is desired, especially for essays, literature, and academic contexts. It also performs effectively for magazine headlines, section openers, pull quotes, and formal branding where a classic typographic tone helps signal credibility.
The overall tone is classic and literary, projecting refinement and authority without feeling overly ornate. Its contrast and sharp finishing details lend a composed, editorial voice suited to established institutions and print-minded design.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with elevated contrast and crisp serifs, prioritizing a familiar, cultivated reading experience. Its shapes and rhythm suggest a focus on traditional typographic norms, aiming for reliable legibility and a timeless editorial presence.
Numerals share the same high-contrast, old-style serif sensibility as the letters, with clear differentiation and sturdy verticals. Spacing in the sample text appears steady and conventional, producing a dense, book-like color that emphasizes tradition over novelty.