Serif Normal Obkih 4 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, bookish, formal, literary, text readability, editorial tone, traditional voice, typographic refinement, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle, transitional.
A classic text serif with crisp bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke modulation. The letterforms show a steady, upright posture and a fairly open, readable construction, with rounded bowls and clearly cut terminals. Contrast is evident in the thin hairlines versus stronger stems, while spacing and sidebearings feel comfortable and slightly generous, giving the face an airy page color. Numerals and capitals carry traditional proportions, with refined curves and small details that read well at text sizes.
Well suited for long-form reading in book interiors, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also serve effectively for reports, academic materials, and formal brand communications that need a conventional, trustworthy tone. In display settings, it works best for restrained headlines and subheads that benefit from a classic typographic presence.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, with an editorial polish that feels at home in books, journals, and institutional communication. Its sharp serifs and measured contrast lend a sense of authority and careful craft without feeling ornate. The texture on the page suggests seriousness and clarity rather than playfulness.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable serif for sustained text, pairing familiar historical structure with clean, modern drawing. Its contrast and bracketed serifs aim to provide a refined texture and clear letter separation, supporting comfortable reading while maintaining a formal, established character.
Across the sample text, the rhythm remains even, with consistent serif treatment and balanced joins that avoid excessive sharpness. The lowercase shows familiar text-face cues—compact counters, sturdy stems, and gently tapered strokes—supporting continuous reading. Capitals appear restrained and classical, providing emphasis without overpowering the line.