Serif Normal Ollas 10 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A compact serif with softly bracketed, wedge-like serifs and gently modulated strokes that feel drawn rather than engineered. Curves are full and slightly irregular at the joins, giving counters an organic, hand-inked character. The capitals have sturdy proportions with tapered terminals, while the lowercase shows a traditional text rhythm with rounded bowls, a readable two-storey “a,” and an “e” with a small eye. Numerals follow the same old-style, slightly quirky construction, with a noticeably curvy “2” and an open, looped “8.”
Well-suited to book and editorial typography where a traditional serif texture is desired, especially for essays, longform articles, and literary projects. It can also work effectively for headings, pull quotes, or packaging copy that benefits from a crafted, old-world tone.
The overall tone is familiar and literary, evoking printed pages, editorial matter, and historical reference without feeling overly formal. Subtle roughness in the outlines adds warmth and a human presence, suggesting craft and authenticity rather than corporate polish.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a more human, hand-shaped finish—aiming to balance readability with personality through modest contrast, compact proportions, and softly modeled serifs.
Spacing and silhouettes create an uneven, lively texture that becomes more apparent in longer passages, where small variations in stroke endings and curvature keep the line from feeling rigid. The serifs remain restrained enough to preserve clarity, but the irregularities give the face a distinctive, slightly whimsical voice.