Serif Normal Kokew 2 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, literary fiction, magazines, institutional print, classic, bookish, formal, literary, institutional, text readability, classic tone, print tradition, editorial utility, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle figures, open apertures, round terminals.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs and softly tapered strokes that suggest a mild calligraphic influence. The letterforms are relatively broad with generous counters and smooth, rounded joins, giving an even texture in text. Contrast is moderate: verticals carry more weight while curves and connecting strokes thin slightly without becoming delicate. Lowercase shows sturdy proportions with a two-storey “g” and a compact, readable “e,” while capitals like “Q” and “R” have traditional, flowing details and a stable, book-type rhythm. Numerals appear as oldstyle figures with varied heights and gentle curves, matching the text emphasis of the face.
Well-suited to book typography and long-form editorial work where a familiar serif voice and steady paragraph color are desired. It should also perform nicely for magazine features, essays, and institutional communications that benefit from a traditional, trustworthy tone. The classic capitals and matching oldstyle numerals make it a natural fit for refined headlines, pull quotes, and running text in the same system.
The overall tone is classical and literary, evoking printed books, editorial pages, and established institutions. Its softened terminals and moderate contrast keep it approachable rather than ornate, reading as confident, traditional, and quietly authoritative.
The design appears intended as a dependable, traditional text serif that balances warmth and formality. Its moderate contrast, bracketed serifs, and generous proportions aim to deliver comfortable reading and a classic print-like presence across continuous text and mixed-content layouts.
Spacing and sidebearings look comfortable for continuous reading, and the rounder stroke endings help maintain smooth rhythm at larger sizes. The italics are not shown; the samples indicate the roman is designed to carry long paragraphs with a familiar, timeless color.