Outline Sijy 4 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A serifed outline design with a consistent double-line construction that traces the exterior contours of each glyph. The letterforms follow traditional roman proportions with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation expressed through the changing outline spacing, and smooth curves that keep bowls and rounds spacious. Spacing and rhythm read like a classic text face translated into a hollow treatment, with clear counters, stable verticals, and restrained, conventional terminals. Numerals and caps maintain the same engraved-outline logic, producing a crisp, wireframe-like silhouette rather than a filled texture.
Best suited to display sizes where the outline construction and serif details can be appreciated—titles, pull quotes, posters, and packaging or label work. It can also serve for editorial headlines or section openers when a classic tone is desired, but it will read most confidently at larger sizes where the double-line contours stay distinct.
The overall tone feels classic and slightly formal, with an airy, ornamental presence. Its outlined construction evokes engraved lettering and old-style book typography, giving it a refined, vintage-leaning character without becoming overly flamboyant.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a conventional serif roman into a light, contour-only rendering that suggests engraving and adds decorative airiness. It emphasizes recognizable, bookish letter shapes while using the outlined treatment to create a distinctive, elegant display voice.
Because the forms are rendered as outlines, internal white space dominates and the apparent color on the page stays light; the design’s character relies on contour clarity and consistent stroke pairing. The outlines are clean and even, with serif details remaining legible and contributing to a traditional, editorial impression.