Serif Normal Eprur 9 is a regular weight, very wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book titles, editorial, branding, packaging, classical, formal, literary, dramatic, elegance, tradition, expressiveness, premium tone, editorial voice, bracketed, wedge serifs, calligraphic, oldstyle, diagonal stress.
This typeface is a serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a right-leaning, calligraphic construction. Serifs are sharp and wedge-like with noticeable bracketing, creating pointed terminals and a slightly carved, engraved feel. The letterforms are generously proportioned with ample internal space, while the rhythm shows lively variance in widths and strong diagonal stress across curves. Italic behavior is evident throughout, with flowing joins and angled cross-strokes that keep the texture energetic even at larger sizes.
It suits editorial headlines, book and magazine titling, and brand identities that want a classic serif voice with extra flourish. The energetic contrast and pointed detailing also work well for packaging, invitations, and other premium-facing materials where a refined, dramatic texture is desirable.
The overall tone reads traditional and authoritative, with a dramatic, literary flavor. Its crisp serifs and strong contrast suggest refinement and ceremony, while the italic slant adds motion and a subtly expressive, editorial character.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif conventions with an italic, calligraphic liveliness, producing a refined yet animated texture. It emphasizes elegance through high contrast and sharp, bracketed serifs while keeping letterforms open enough to remain usable in longer lines of text at display-to-text sizes.
Uppercase forms feel stately and headline-ready, while the lowercase maintains clarity through open counters and distinct shapes. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, angled logic, reinforcing a cohesive, classic texture across text and display settings.