Serif Normal Engav 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, quotations, elegant, literary, refined, classic, text italic, classic refinement, editorial emphasis, calligraphic flavor, calligraphic, bracketed, crisp, flowing, graceful.
A high-contrast serif italic with crisp hairlines and tapered, calligraphy-informed strokes. Serifs are finely bracketed and often wedge-like, with a forward-leaning rhythm and lively entry/exit terminals that create a smooth, continuous texture in text. Proportions feel traditional and slightly narrow in the rounds, with generous curves and pointed joins that keep the forms sharp while remaining readable. Numerals echo the same italic stress and contrast, with delicate details and open counters.
Well suited for editorial typography, book and magazine settings, and any context where an italic voice is needed for emphasis within classic serif text. It also fits refined display uses such as invitations, pull quotes, and short headlines where its contrast and motion can be appreciated.
The overall tone is elegant and literary, evoking bookish refinement and formal correspondence. Its pronounced italic motion adds a sense of grace and momentum, giving text a polished, slightly expressive voice without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended as a traditional text-leaning italic that balances formal elegance with practical readability. Its calligraphic stress and precise serifs suggest a focus on a classic typographic palette for literature and editorial work.
The slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and the contrast is strong enough to create sparkle at larger sizes. The italic construction shows clear pen-like modulation, especially in curved letters and the long, tapering diagonals, which contributes to a dynamic line texture.