Serif Normal Idrol 11 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, traditional, readability, text setting, classic tone, editorial utility, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, open counters, round bowls, crisp joins.
A conventional serif with broad, generously proportioned letterforms and a steady, even rhythm. Strokes are largely uniform, with subtle modulation and clean, bracketed serifs that read clearly at text sizes. Counters are open and rounded, and curves (notably in C, O, S) are smooth and expansive, while horizontals and joins stay crisp. The lowercase shows straightforward construction with a moderate x-height and compact extenders, and the numerals follow the same calm, book-oriented drawing with readable shapes and balanced widths.
It is well suited to extended reading in books, editorial layouts, and reports where a comfortable, traditional serif texture is desired. The broad proportions can also work for headlines and subheads when a dignified, classical impression is needed, especially in print-like layouts.
The overall tone feels classic and bookish, with a formal, literary presence. Its wide stance and restrained detailing give it an assured, traditional voice suited to measured, editorial typography rather than display theatrics.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and an established, print-tradition aesthetic. Its restrained contrast and wide set suggest a focus on calm page color and comfortable scanning over stylistic novelty.
The sample text shows an even texture across long lines: spacing stays stable, and the wide capitals create a stately headline feel without becoming overly sharp. The serifs and terminals remain distinct but not brittle, helping maintain clarity in dense paragraphs.