Serif Normal Obkuh 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, literature, academic, classic, formal, literary, text setting, tradition, readability, authority, bracketed serifs, teardrop terminals, oldstyle figures, diagonal stress, calligraphic.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed serifs that soften transitions into stems. The letterforms show calligraphic influence with diagonal stress in rounded shapes and gently tapered strokes, producing a lively, slightly organic rhythm rather than a purely geometric feel. Capitals are balanced and stately, with crisp joins and controlled curves; the lowercase features compact counters and subtly varied widths across the alphabet. Terminals often end in small teardrop or wedge-like shapes, and the numerals read as oldstyle figures with ascenders and descenders that integrate smoothly into text.
Well-suited to book interiors, long-form editorial layouts, and print-forward reading experiences where a classic serif voice is desired. It can also serve effectively for headings, pull quotes, and institutional materials that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking book typography and established editorial practice. Its contrast and detailing add a sense of authority and ceremony while remaining readable and composed.
The design appears intended as a conventional, book-oriented serif that combines classical structure with calligraphic modulation to achieve readability and a timeless, literary presence.
In text, the font maintains an even color while letting contrast and serif shaping add texture at larger sizes. The forms suggest careful attention to classic proportions—especially in the round letters and the sturdy verticals—supporting comfortable long-form setting with a slightly spirited, historic character.