Serif Normal Ikraf 4 is a light, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Regional' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
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A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, hairline-like serifs. The capitals show sharp, triangular and wedge-shaped finishing strokes with subtle bracketing, while bowls and arches stay smooth and controlled. Letterforms feel generously proportioned with ample sidebearings and a steady, upright stance; curves are taut and the joinery is clean, producing a clear, high-contrast rhythm in text. Lowercase maintains a traditional structure with moderate ascenders/descenders and compact, neatly finished terminals, giving paragraphs a composed, bookish texture despite the dramatic contrast.
Well-suited for editorial layouts, magazine typography, and book titling where a classic, high-contrast serif is desired. It can also serve in premium branding and display applications that benefit from sharp detailing and an elegant page color.
The overall tone is cultured and formal, leaning toward classic print sophistication. Its sharp serifs and polished contrast convey a sense of prestige and editorial authority, with a hint of fashion-like refinement.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with elevated contrast and finely drawn detailing, aiming for a timeless, literary feel that also performs as a sophisticated display face in larger settings.
In the sample text, the spacing reads open and even, helping the design stay legible at display-to-text sizes while retaining a distinctly delicate, high-contrast sparkle. Numerals and uppercase punctuation-like details (such as the Q tail and angled stroke endings) reinforce a traditional, slightly calligraphic flavor rather than a geometric or industrial one.