Serif Normal Lenib 13 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Candide' by Hoftype and 'Acta Pro', 'Breve Text', and 'Lucida Bright' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, branding, formal, literary, traditional, authoritative, refined, readability, classic text, editorial tone, heritage feel, credibility, bracketed serifs, sharp terminals, crisp, vertical stress, oldstyle figures.
This serif shows crisp, bracketed serifs and a pronounced thick–thin modulation, giving it a clear vertical stress and a polished, print-like texture. Capitals are sturdy and fairly wide with confident horizontals and clean, sharp terminals, while the lowercase maintains an even rhythm with open counters and clear joins. The italic is not shown; all samples appear upright. Numerals read as oldstyle figures with varying heights and extenders, adding a classic, bookish flavor to running text.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and academic or institutional text where a conventional serif voice is expected. It also performs effectively for headlines and display sizes when a classic, authoritative look is desired, and can support brand systems aiming for heritage or credibility.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, with a refined, editorial voice. Its high-contrast strokes and confident serifs convey formality and authority without feeling ornate, leaning toward classic literature and institutional communication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif with strong typographic manners: clear letterforms, disciplined proportions, and a steady reading rhythm. The inclusion of oldstyle numerals suggests an emphasis on traditional composition and book-oriented typesetting.
In paragraph settings the spacing and serifs create a strong horizontal flow, and the sharp beaks/terminals on letters like T, V, W, and y add crispness to headings. The varied numeral heights introduce a subtly historical feel that stands out in mixed text and dates.