Serif Forked/Spurred Idne 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, invitations, branding, elegant, literary, classic, refined, dramatic, expressive italic, editorial tone, classic refinement, distinctive terminals, calligraphic feel, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, spurred, lively.
A high-contrast italic serif with a calligraphic, pen-driven construction and crisp tapering strokes. Serifs are bracketed and frequently sharpen into forked or spurred terminals, giving stems and diagonals a slightly barbed finish. The rhythm is lively and right-leaning, with moderate proportions and a conventional x-height; curves are fluid, counters stay open, and capitals show confident swash-like entries without becoming fully script. Numerals follow the same italic stress and contrast, with streamlined forms and pointed terminals that echo the text face.
Well-suited to editorial settings such as book typography, magazines, and literary layouts where an italic voice is needed with presence and polish. It also works for invitations, identity systems, and packaging that benefit from a refined, traditional italic with distinctive terminal details. Best results will come from comfortable text sizes up through display, where the contrast and spurs remain clear.
The overall tone is cultured and expressive, suggesting traditional publishing and formal correspondence. Its sharp terminals and strong contrast add a touch of drama, while the steady proportions keep it composed rather than ornamental.
This design appears intended to provide a classic, publication-ready italic serif with heightened contrast and distinctive spurred terminals for added personality. It balances readability with ornamental sharpness, aiming for a refined, expressive texture in both text and short display settings.
Letterforms show consistent angled stress and deliberate stroke modulation, producing a bright, crisp texture in running text. The forked/spurred details are most noticeable on joins and stroke endings, adding character at display sizes without overwhelming the line.