Serif Normal Uskef 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literature, magazine, invitations, classic, literary, refined, old-style, bookish, readability, tradition, elegance, text setting, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, transitional, crisp, wedge serifs.
A conventional serif with sculpted, bracketed serifs and a gently calligraphic stroke flow. Curves show subtle swelling and tapering, with crisp terminals and occasional wedge-like serifs on diagonals. Capitals are stately and open, while the lowercase has compact bodies and relatively long ascenders/descenders, giving text a slightly vertical, traditional rhythm. Counters stay clear and round, and the overall drawing favors smooth joins and clean, slightly sharp details over blunt geometry.
Well suited to book typography, editorial layouts, and longer-form reading where a familiar serif texture is desired. It can also work for formal stationery, invitations, and traditional branding when set with generous spacing or at modest display sizes.
The face reads as classic and literary, with a quiet formality suited to traditional publishing. Its sharpened serifs and slightly engraved finish add a refined, old-world tone without becoming overly ornate or theatrical.
The font appears designed to deliver a dependable, classic reading experience with just enough calligraphic detail to feel crafted. It aims for a traditional serif voice that can carry both continuous text and dignified headings without relying on heavy ornament.
The design shows small stylistic inflections—such as curved, tapering strokes and a touch of flourish in a few letters—that add texture at display sizes while remaining controlled in paragraph settings. Numerals match the serifed construction and maintain a consistent, traditional color alongside the letters.