Serif Normal Ihbaw 1 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Antiqua Pro' by SoftMaker and 'URW Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, book typography, editorial, magazines, publishing, classic, literary, refined, formal, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial voice, text economy, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, open counters, sharp terminals.
This is a high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and a relatively generous set width. Vertical stems read firm and straight, while joins and terminals show subtle calligraphic shaping that keeps the texture lively rather than rigid. Counters are open and well-defined, with smooth, round bowls in letters like O, C, and e, and neatly tapered strokes in diagonals such as V, W, and y. Numerals follow the same contrast and serif treatment, with clear, traditional forms and consistent spacing that supports text setting.
It performs best in continuous reading contexts such as books, essays, and magazine articles, where its contrast and open counters support clarity at typical text sizes. It can also work well for editorial headlines and pull quotes when a traditional, refined serif tone is desired.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, with a bookish, editorial feel. Its sharp serifs and clean contrast convey formality and trust, while the slightly airy proportions keep it from feeling heavy or austere.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with an emphasis on elegance and readability: strong vertical structure, crisp serifs, and balanced spacing that builds an even, professional typographic color.
In the sample text, the font maintains a steady rhythm and a clear baseline, producing a bright page color with distinct word shapes. The italic is not shown; the displayed style emphasizes a straightforward, composed roman voice suitable for long-form reading.