Serif Normal Obmem 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Adobe Garamond' by Adobe and 'Garamond 96 DT' by DTP Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, refined, text reading, print classic, editorial tone, authoritative voice, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and strongly modeled strokes. The forms show clear contrast between thick and thin, with sharp terminals and a slightly calligraphic taper on curves. Proportions are moderately narrow to average with a compact lowercase and noticeably shorter x-height, while ascenders and capitals read tall and stately. Counters are clean and open, and the overall rhythm is steady and bookish, with small details—like ear and spur treatments—kept restrained and consistent.
Works well for extended reading in books, long-form editorial layouts, and publication typography where a classical serif voice is desired. It can also support headings and subheads in print-oriented designs that benefit from a formal, traditional tone without excessive ornament.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking printed literature and established editorial typography. It feels composed and formal rather than playful, with a refined, slightly old-world character suited to serious reading contexts.
Likely designed to provide a familiar, highly readable serif for continuous text, balancing strong stroke contrast and crisp detailing with an even, predictable rhythm. The intent appears to prioritize a timeless, print-classic feel suitable for editorial and literary settings.
Numerals appear proportional and text-like, blending smoothly with the lowercase rather than calling attention to themselves. The italic is not shown; the displayed style maintains a straight, upright posture throughout, with a measured, classical presence in longer paragraphs.