Serif Normal Sekuh 4 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Baskerville' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, headlines, quotes, literary, elegant, classic, dramatic, emphasis, tradition, refinement, readability, authority, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, refined, crisp, formal.
A high-contrast serif italic with sharp, tapered entry and exit strokes and distinctly bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a calligraphic stress with pronounced thick–thin modulation, narrow joins, and crisp terminals. Proportions skew broad in the caps and numerals, while the lowercase maintains a balanced, text-friendly x-height and clear ascender/descender rhythm. The overall texture is lively and slightly varied, with italic forms that lean confidently without feeling overly cursive.
It performs especially well in editorial contexts—magazine features, book typography, and sophisticated brand communications—where an italic voice is needed for emphasis with authority. The high contrast and crisp detailing also suit larger sizes for headlines, standfirsts, pull quotes, and refined packaging or invitations.
The font conveys a traditional, editorial tone with a touch of drama from its strong contrast and energetic italic flow. It feels literary and cultivated, suggesting classic publishing and formal communication rather than casual utility.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a polished, traditional feel, prioritizing classical proportions, strong contrast, and a clear, emphatic italic rhythm suitable for sophisticated reading environments.
Capitals read stately and open, with ample internal space that keeps the italic slant from clumping at display sizes. The numerals follow the same calligraphic modulation and appear well-matched in color and presence, supporting mixed alphanumeric settings in headings and pull quotes.