Serif Normal Ihlen 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pujarelah' by Differentialtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, timeless, text reading, editorial tone, print tradition, clarity, bracketed, sharp serifs, crisp, balanced, bookish.
A traditional serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a steady, even rhythm. Strokes show moderate modulation with clear thick–thin transitions, and counters are open and well-proportioned for continuous reading. Capitals feel stately and slightly narrow in presence, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, text-centric construction with a two-storey “a” and “g” and sturdy, well-defined terminals. Numerals align cleanly with the text tone, combining firm verticals with gently rounded bowls.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, articles, and editorial layouts where a familiar, comfortable serif texture is desired. It also fits reports, academic material, and other professional documents that benefit from a traditional, credible typographic tone.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, evoking printed books and established publishing conventions. It reads as formal and dependable, with a quietly authoritative voice rather than a decorative or playful one.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif optimized for clarity and a composed page color. Its measured contrast and disciplined serif treatment aim to deliver a reliable, bookish voice across headings and body copy without calling attention to itself.
Details lean toward crispness: serifs are pointed and neatly bracketed, joins are controlled, and curves terminate with minimal flourish. The italic is not shown; the upright forms carry the family’s character through restrained, consistent shaping.