Serif Normal Ipbuh 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, body copy, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, traditional, readability, tradition, neutrality, clarity, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, open counters, diagonal stress.
This serif typeface shows bracketed serifs, gently modulated strokes, and a slightly calligraphic, oldstyle skeleton that reads comfortably in continuous text. Uppercase forms are sturdy and evenly proportioned, with smooth curves and restrained terminals; the overall rhythm feels steady rather than tightly geometric. Lowercase features a relatively small x-height with clear ascender/descender presence, open counters, and a double-storey “g” that reinforces its bookish character. Numerals are well-integrated with the letters, with rounded forms and traditional proportions that suit text settings.
Well-suited to book interiors, long-form editorial layouts, and other body-copy contexts where a familiar serif voice supports comfortable reading. It can also serve in academic or institutional materials and general-purpose documents that benefit from a traditional, authoritative texture.
The tone is classic and literary, evoking conventional book typography and editorial seriousness. Its measured contrast and familiar shapes convey trust, clarity, and a calm formality without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif optimized for readability and a dependable, classical tone. Its restrained detailing and balanced proportions suggest a focus on broad editorial utility rather than display-driven personality.
Spacing appears moderate with a consistent color on the page, helping longer lines remain legible. Terminals and serifs are crisp but not sharp, giving a slightly warm, printed feel in the sample text.