Serif Normal Fumis 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, pull quotes, literary titles, invitations, elegant, literary, classic, formal, refined, text italic, classic emphasis, editorial tone, calligraphic refinement, wedge serifs, calligraphic, bracketed, oldstyle figures, diagonal stress.
This is a high-contrast italic serif with pronounced diagonal stress and crisp, wedge-like serifs. Strokes transition from thin hairlines to strong verticals, with tapered entry/exit terminals that give the outlines a calligraphic rhythm. The italic angle is assertive but controlled, and counters remain fairly open for an italic design. Uppercase forms are slightly narrow and sweeping, while lowercase shows lively extenders and a moderately sized x-height; numerals appear oldstyle with varying heights and descenders, reinforcing a text-centric feel.
It suits long-form editorial settings where an italic voice is needed—book typography, magazine features, and refined print layouts. It also works well for pull quotes, section headers, and formal announcements where a classic, high-contrast italic can add emphasis and elegance.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, suggesting editorial tradition and bookish sophistication. Its energetic italic motion adds drama and emphasis without becoming flamboyant, making it feel refined and authoritative rather than playful.
The design appears intended as a traditional text serif italic that prioritizes a graceful reading rhythm and a strong calligraphic impression. Its high-contrast detailing and wedge serifs aim to deliver an elevated, print-oriented texture suitable for literary and editorial contexts.
Letterforms show consistent detailing in joins and terminals, with a smooth, continuous flow across words in the sample text. Spacing appears balanced for continuous reading in italic, and the figures’ varying heights contribute to a traditional, literary texture on the line.