Serif Normal Ipmof 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, refined, text readability, traditional tone, editorial utility, typographic neutrality, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, calligraphic, bookish, balanced.
A conventional serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and softly modulated strokes. Curves are generous and round, while verticals stay steady, giving a calm, even rhythm across lines. The capitals have traditional proportions with pointed apexes and subtle flaring at joins, and the lowercase shows a two-storey “a” and “g” with compact bowls and distinct, slightly calligraphic details. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varied heights and descenders that integrate naturally into text settings.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and magazine articles where traditional serif texture is desired. It also fits academic or professional documents, reports, and other text-forward layouts that benefit from a familiar, trustworthy typographic voice.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a quiet formality suited to established editorial and institutional contexts. Its slightly calligraphic shaping adds warmth without becoming decorative, keeping the voice composed and authoritative.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and a time-tested, traditional appearance. By combining moderate stroke modulation with bracketed serifs and oldstyle figures, it aims to provide a comfortable, bookish texture across extended passages.
Counters remain open and well-defined, supporting continuous reading, while serifs stay present but not heavy, helping maintain crisp word shapes. The punctuation and mixed-case sample suggest comfortable spacing and a stable baseline presence in paragraph text.