Serif Normal Idbih 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, long-form reading, academic, print, classic, literary, formal, traditional, scholarly, readability, tradition, editorial utility, typographic neutrality, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, calligraphic stress, moderate contrast, open apertures.
This typeface shows a traditional serif construction with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a gently calligraphic stress. Uppercase proportions are balanced and slightly narrow, with crisp terminals and well-contained counters that keep the silhouette tidy. The lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with a relatively even color, open apertures, and clear differentiation between similar forms (notably i/l/j). Numerals appear oldstyle with ascenders and descenders, matching the text tone and improving harmony in running copy.
It is well suited to long-form text such as books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture aids readability. The oldstyle numerals also make it a good choice for footnotes, captions, and text-heavy pages that include dates or measurements.
Overall, the font conveys a classic, bookish tone—measured and authoritative without feeling overly ornate. It reads as editorial and established, suited to contexts where tradition and clarity are valued.
The design intent appears to be a conventional, dependable text serif that prioritizes legibility and a familiar literary voice. Its restrained contrast and bracketed serifs suggest an aim toward comfortable reading and typographic neutrality rather than display impact.
Details like the gently cupped serifs, the refined join behavior, and the restrained curvature in letters such as a, e, and s support comfortable continuous reading. The italic is not shown; all samples appear upright and consistent across sizes.