Serif Normal Gukid 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, quotations, literary titles, invitations, classic, scholarly, literary, formal, warm, readability, editorial tone, classic emphasis, calligraphic flavor, traditional voice, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, lively, diagonal stress.
An italic serif with a pronounced rightward slant and a lively, calligraphic construction. Strokes show moderate contrast with soft transitions and bracketed serifs that read as gently tapered rather than sharp or slab-like. Counters are open and rounded, terminals often finish in subtle hooks or teardrop-like shapes, and the overall texture is slightly irregular in a deliberate, humanist way. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and traditional, while the lowercase has flowing joins and a compact rhythm that keeps word shapes cohesive.
Well suited to book and long-form editorial settings where an italic with strong personality is desired for emphasis, quotations, or section openers. It also works for literary titles, pull quotes, and formal printed pieces such as programs or invitations where a classic, cultured tone is appropriate.
The tone is classical and bookish, suggesting editorial credibility and a traditional literary voice. Its italic energy adds warmth and motion without becoming playful, giving it a refined, slightly old-world elegance suited to thoughtful reading contexts.
Likely designed to provide a conventional text-serif foundation with a more human, calligraphic italic voice. The goal appears to be readability and tradition, paired with enough stroke liveliness to give emphasis and headings a distinctive, elegant texture.
Digit forms and capitals maintain the same angled axis and soft serif treatment, helping mixed text feel consistent. The italic is expressive enough to stand as a primary voice for headlines or emphasis, yet restrained enough to function in longer passages when set with comfortable leading.