Serif Normal Tebih 11 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial, magazines, invitations, pull quotes, elegant, literary, refined, traditional, dramatic, text italic, classic emphasis, editorial tone, refined voice, bracketed, calligraphic, hairline serifs, oldstyle figures, diagonal stress.
This italic serif shows pronounced contrast between thick stems and hairline joins, with crisp, bracketed serifs and tapered terminals. The letterforms lean with a consistent, calligraphic rhythm, pairing narrow joins and swelling strokes for a lively texture in text. Capitals are sharp and slightly restrained, while lowercase forms are fluid and cursive-leaning, with single-story a and g and a long, curling f. Numerals read as oldstyle-style figures with varied heights and gentle curvature, supporting an editorial, bookish feel.
Well-suited for book and magazine typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, citations, or commentary. It also works effectively in pull quotes, refined headlines, and formal pieces such as invitations or certificates where a traditional, elegant serif italic is appropriate.
The overall tone is classic and polished, with a distinctly literary elegance. Its high-contrast, flowing italic shapes add a touch of drama and sophistication without becoming ornamental, evoking traditional publishing and formal correspondence.
The design intention appears to be a conventional text italic that balances readability with expressive, calligraphic stroke modulation. It aims to provide a graceful companion for editorial settings, delivering emphasis with a classic, high-contrast voice.
Round letters show diagonal stress and delicate entry/exit strokes that create sparkle at larger sizes. Spacing appears measured and consistent, producing a smooth line of text while preserving the italic’s dynamic movement in word shapes.