Serif Normal Obloy 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print elegance, bracketed, oldstyle, transitional, calligraphic, bookish.
A classic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed, gently flared serifs. The drawing balances crisp, tapered terminals with softly rounded joins, giving letters a measured rhythm rather than a sharply mechanical feel. Capitals are stately and moderately wide with clear contrast, while the lowercase shows traditional proportions, open counters, and a two-storey “g” with a compact ear. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and hairline details that read best when given enough size and printing resolution.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and magazine features where a classic serif voice is desired. It also fits formal communications such as reports, programs, and invitations, and can provide dignified display typography for headings when set with adequate tracking and size.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking printed literature, editorial authority, and institutional polish. Its contrast and serif detail add a sense of ceremony and seriousness, without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that prioritizes familiar literary forms and a polished, print-like texture. It aims to deliver an authoritative reading experience with refined detail and well-established letter shapes.
In the text sample, the face maintains a steady color and comfortable spacing, with noticeable hairlines in curves and cross-strokes that create a refined texture. The italic is not shown; all specimens appear upright.