Serif Normal Fobab 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Adobe Arabic', 'Minion', and 'Minion 3' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book typography, editorial, pull quotes, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, elegant emphasis, text companion, editorial voice, traditional tone, calligraphic, bracketed, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, lively rhythm.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The serifs are bracketed and often wedge-like, with calligraphic entry/exit strokes that create a forward, energetic rhythm. Curves show crisp thinning into teardrop and ball-like terminals (notably in forms like a, f, and g), while straight strokes maintain clean, decisive edges. Proportions lean slightly narrow in many letters, and the slanted construction gives capitals a stately presence without feeling heavy; numerals follow the same angled, engraved-like logic with clear, open counters.
Well-suited for editorial layouts, book and magazine typography, and refined branding where an italic voice is needed for emphasis. It can work effectively in headlines, pull quotes, and short to medium text blocks where the contrast and slant can be appreciated, and it also fits formal collateral such as invitations or program materials.
The overall tone is classic and literary, suggesting traditional book typography with a touch of flourish. Its strong contrast and italic motion read as polished and expressive—formal enough for heritage settings, yet lively for contemporary editorial emphasis.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional, highly legible serif italic with an elevated, engraved sensibility—balancing traditional text foundations with expressive, calligraphic finishing. Its strong modulation and crisp terminals aim to deliver elegance and emphasis while keeping a coherent, readable texture in running settings.
The italic angle is consistent and the letterforms maintain a cohesive rhythm across cases, with distinctive, slightly calligraphic joins and terminals that keep the texture animated. The ampersand and swash-like details in some lowercase shapes contribute to a more characterful, less mechanical feel than a purely transitional text italic.