Serif Normal Guron 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, quotations, classic, formal, literary, traditional, text emphasis, space saving, classic tone, editorial voice, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oblique stress, teardrop terminals, swashy forms.
A condensed italic serif with bracketed serifs and a pronounced rightward slant. Strokes show moderate contrast with a distinctly calligraphic modulation and oblique stress, giving counters a slightly oval pull. Terminals often finish in tapered, teardrop-like forms, while joins stay smooth and rounded, producing a steady, flowing rhythm despite the compact set. The capitals are sharp and structured, while the lowercase introduces more cursive shaping—most noticeable in the single-storey a and g and the looping descenders—creating a lively texture in text.
Performs well for editorial typography where an italic voice is needed with presence, such as magazine features, book interiors for emphasis, pull quotes, and subheads. Its condensed width and lively italic rhythm also make it effective for compact headlines and titling where space is limited but a traditional serif tone is desired.
The overall tone is traditional and expressive, blending bookish authority with a touch of flourish. It feels suited to classic publishing aesthetics—confident and slightly dramatic—without becoming ornate or decorative.
Designed to provide a strong, classic italic companion with enough weight and structure to hold up in continuous text while retaining calligraphic character. The compact proportions and crisp serif detailing suggest an emphasis on efficient setting and an authoritative, literary voice.
The numerals are similarly italicized and compact, with curved, calligraphic shapes that match the letterforms. Spacing appears tighter in the sample text, reinforcing a dense, editorial color and a continuous italic flow across words.