Serif Normal Worod 11 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This is a delicate text serif with slender stems, gently bracketed serifs, and a poised, even rhythm. Curves are clean and moderately tensioned, with smooth joinery and a controlled, lightly calligraphic modulation that reads as crisp rather than decorative. Proportions feel traditional with open counters and balanced spacing, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similarly shaped forms. Numerals follow the same refined construction, with graceful curves and narrow terminals that keep the overall color light on the page.
Well-suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a refined serif texture is desired. It can also serve effectively in pull quotes, headings, and formal printed pieces when a light, classic voice is needed and ample size or good printing conditions preserve its fine details.
The tone is classic and quietly elegant, suggesting editorial tradition and measured sophistication. Its light typographic color gives paragraphs an airy, composed feel, leaning more literary than utilitarian.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable text serif with an emphasis on elegance and lightness. It aims to deliver a familiar literary voice while keeping the page color bright and the letterforms crisply articulated.
Several glyphs show sharpened terminals and tapered strokes that add brightness at small details without tipping into flamboyance. The italic is not shown; the roman’s crisp serifs and smooth curves carry most of the character.