Serif Normal Iprid 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, academic, print, traditional, bookish, formal, warm, readability, traditional tone, editorial utility, timelessness, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, rounded, lively.
A traditional serif with softly bracketed serifs, rounded joins, and gently modulated strokes. The letterforms show a calm, readable rhythm with slightly tapered terminals and a subtly calligraphic feel, especially in the curves and diagonals. Capitals are sturdy and classically proportioned, while the lowercase leans toward an oldstyle texture with open counters and a moderate, steady spacing that suits continuous text.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture supports comfortable scanning. It also works for headings and pull quotes when a classic, trustworthy voice is desired, and it should reproduce cleanly in typical print and PDF workflows.
The overall tone is classic and literary, evoking printed books and editorial typography rather than contemporary minimalism. Its softened edges and modest stroke modulation add a friendly warmth while remaining formal enough for serious reading contexts.
Likely designed as a conventional text serif that balances tradition with a softer, more approachable finish. The intention appears to be dependable readability and a timeless page color, with enough personality in the curves and serifs to avoid feeling overly mechanical.
Several forms carry traditional, humanist cues—such as a flowing italic-like energy in the "y" and curved strokes—and the numerals appear text-friendly with smooth, rounded shapes that blend comfortably into paragraphs. The design prioritizes even color on the page over sharp geometric precision.