Serif Normal Itde 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Poly' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, essays, reports, classic, formal, literary, traditional, trustworthy, text reading, traditional tone, editorial utility, typographic neutrality, bracketed, crisp, oldstyle figures, sharp terminals.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, tapered serifs and a balanced, moderately contrasted stroke structure. The letters show compact, well-contained proportions with a steady rhythm, and the curves transition smoothly into stems for an even, bookish color on the page. Counters are fairly open and the joins are clean, while terminals often finish in crisp points or wedges that give the design a slightly sharpened edge. Numerals appear to follow oldstyle behavior, with varying heights and pronounced curves that integrate naturally with lowercase text.
It suits continuous reading in books, long-form editorial layouts, and print-oriented documents where a familiar serif voice is desired. It also works well for headlines and section titles when a traditional, authoritative tone is needed without excessive decoration.
The overall tone is classic and formal, with a distinctly editorial feel suited to established, traditional typography. Its sharp, confident finishing details add a subtle sense of authority without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif that prioritizes conventional proportions, consistent rhythm, and a refined, sharp serif treatment. Its figure style and steady texture suggest it was drawn to blend seamlessly into paragraph typography and editorial composition.
Uppercase forms read sturdy and composed, while the lowercase maintains familiar text-face shapes with clear differentiation between similar letters. The design favors clarity and convention over stylistic novelty, with details that stay consistent across letters and figures.