Serif Normal Ollob 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EFCO Overhold' by Ephemera Fonts, 'EFCO Osbert' by Ilham Herry, 'PF Square Sans Condensed Pro' by Parachute, 'DynaGrotesk' and 'Ideal Gothic' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'Prored' by Tour De Force (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, print layouts, headlines, traditional, authoritative, bookish, formal, readability, traditional tone, print clarity, editorial utility, bracketed, sturdy, compact, high-ink, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy text serif with pronounced bracketed serifs, compact proportions, and a relatively large, dark presence on the page. Strokes are broadly even, with only subtle modulation, and terminals tend to finish with crisp, squared-off serif details rather than calligraphic flourishes. Counters are moderately open and the rhythm is steady, while rounded letters (C, G, O) show a classic, slightly flattened serifed finish. The lowercase is compact and workmanlike, and the numerals appear oldstyle with varying heights and a strong, traditional texture.
Well suited to body text in print-oriented layouts where a strong, traditional serif texture is desired. It can also serve effectively for editorial headlines, chapter titles, and formal display settings where a compact, weighty presence improves emphasis and hierarchy.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking conventional book typography and institutional print. Its dense color and firm serifs lend it a confident, no-nonsense voice that feels established and editorial rather than playful or decorative.
The design appears intended as a conventional, dependable text serif that prioritizes a stable reading rhythm and a classic printed feel, delivering strong presence at both paragraph and headline sizes without relying on high contrast or ornate detailing.
In text the face maintains an even, robust texture with strong verticals and clear serif anchoring, which helps lines feel stable and well-knit. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same solid, conservative construction, reinforcing a classic print character.