Serif Normal Kulan 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, bookish, formal, literary, traditional, readability, tradition, text setting, print tone, professionalism, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, warm, balanced.
A traditional serif with bracketed serifs, rounded terminals, and a gently modulated stroke that gives the outlines a warm, slightly calligraphic feel. Capitals are proportioned with classical restraint, with broad, stable forms and softly tapered joins; the curved letters show smooth, even bowls and moderate aperture openings. Lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with compact, readable shapes, a two-storey “a,” a double-storey “g,” and short, sturdy ascenders and descenders that keep text color even. Numerals appear lining with clear, open counters and conventional proportions, matching the text-centric construction of the letters.
Well suited to body copy in books and editorial layouts where sustained readability and an established serif voice are desired. It can also serve effectively in formal documents, institutional communications, and identity systems that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
The overall tone is conventional and dependable, with a distinctly literary, print-oriented character. Its measured contrast and bracketed detailing suggest a calm, cultivated voice suited to long-form reading rather than display theatrics.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes steady reading rhythm, familiar letterforms, and a balanced page color. Its detailing aims to evoke classical print typography while remaining clean and adaptable in everyday publishing contexts.
Spacing in the samples reads even and composed, producing a consistent typographic color across lines. The serifs feel more refined than heavy, and the curvature of bowls and shoulders adds softness without becoming casual.