Serif Normal Gudow 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, longform text, quotations, subheads, classic, literary, formal, refined, traditional, text companion, emphasis, readability, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, diagonal stress, tapered.
A right-leaning serif italic with moderate stroke modulation and clearly bracketed, tapered serifs. Curves show an oldstyle feel with diagonal stress, while entry and exit strokes carry a subtle calligraphic swing. Capitals are slightly narrow and cleanly structured, and the lowercase features compact bowls, a single-storey “a,” and a gently looped “g,” creating a flowing, text-oriented rhythm. Numerals and punctuation follow the same slanted, softly tapered treatment, keeping the overall texture cohesive.
Well suited for editorial and book typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, and secondary hierarchy. It can also serve in refined subheads and pull quotes, especially where a classic serif tone and fluid line rhythm are desired.
The design reads as traditional and bookish, with a composed elegance rather than overt display flair. Its italic motion adds warmth and momentum, making it feel suitable for refined, editorial settings and classic typography.
The font appears designed as a conventional text serif italic intended to integrate seamlessly into reading layouts, balancing traditional forms with a gently calligraphic slant for emphasis and nuance.
The italic angle is consistent across the set, and the terminals tend to finish with pointed, slightly teardrop-like shapes that reinforce the handwritten impulse. Spacing appears even in the text sample, producing a smooth, continuous line that favors reading over high-impact contrast.