Serif Normal Gumut 11 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, magazines, editorial, invites, quotations, literary, refined, traditional, formal, text italic, elegant emphasis, classic typography, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, sharp, crisp, oldstyle.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced calligraphic axis and crisp, bracketed serifs. Strokes shift from hairline joins to fuller verticals, with tapered terminals and subtly flared entry/exit strokes that keep the rhythm lively. The capitals are slightly narrow and upright-leaning for an italic, while the lowercase shows a moderate x-height with long, elegant ascenders and descenders. Numerals follow the same italic slant and contrast, with open curves and delicate finishing strokes that maintain a consistent texture in text.
Well-suited to continuous reading in book interiors and long-form editorial layouts where an italic is needed for emphasis, sidebars, or pull quotes. It also works effectively in formal stationery and invitations, and in refined display settings where its contrast and slant can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone is classic and literary, suggesting traditional book typography with an elevated, editorial polish. Its slanted, high-contrast forms convey sophistication and a touch of drama without becoming overly ornamental.
Designed to provide a conventional, text-oriented italic with strong contrast and a clear calligraphic influence, balancing elegance with steady readability. The intent appears to be a dependable companion for classic serif typography, offering expressive emphasis while retaining disciplined proportions.
Letterforms show a consistent forward slant and a smooth, continuous flow between thick and thin strokes, producing a bright, crisp page color at larger sizes. Curved characters (like S, C, and 2/3/8/9) emphasize sweeping bowls and fine terminals, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain sharp and clean, reinforcing an overall disciplined, conventional feel.