Serif Normal Pomun 7 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ysobel' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, formal, literary, display impact, editorial voice, classic tone, strong presence, bracketed, ball terminals, beaked, sculpted, crisp.
A sturdy serif with pronounced stroke modulation and sharply finished, bracketed serifs. Capitals are broad and stately with crisp apexes and wedge-like terminals, while the lowercase shows compact bowls and confident vertical stress. Details such as the ear on “g,” the beaked terminals on letters like “a” and “t,” and the ball-like terminals in “y” and “f” add a traditional, slightly ornate finish. Figures are solid and legible with classic lining proportions, and the overall rhythm reads firmly on the baseline with clear internal counters.
It performs especially well in headlines, deck text, and editorial display where its contrast and broad capitals can carry presence. It also suits book covers and brand marks that want a classic, cultivated voice, and can work for short pull quotes or section openers where strong typographic color is desirable.
The font conveys a traditional, authoritative tone with an editorial polish. Its strong contrast and sculpted serifs feel established and formal, leaning toward bookish sophistication rather than neutrality.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text-serif feel with bolder, more sculpted detailing for display impact. Its mix of sharp serifs, classic stress, and distinctive terminals suggests a goal of delivering authoritative readability with a touch of traditional character.
Spacing in the samples supports dense, headline-style setting, where the sturdy stems and sharp serifs keep word shapes distinct. The curved joins and occasional teardrop/ball terminals introduce warmth, balancing the otherwise crisp, declarative construction.