Serif Normal Ilgam 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, literary, formal, refined, traditional, readability, editorial tone, timelessness, text focus, bracketed, oldstyle, bookish, calligraphic, open counters.
A conventional text serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a steady, even color on the page. The letterforms show oldstyle influences: rounded joins, subtly cupped terminals, and softened corners rather than sharp, rigid geometry. Proportions are balanced with a moderate x-height, generous internal space, and clear differentiation between rounds and straights; the numerals harmonize with the text through similar contrast and serif treatment. Overall rhythm is calm and readable, with slightly lively curves that keep long passages from feeling mechanical.
Well-suited for extended reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an established serif voice is desired. It can also support formal communications such as reports and academic or institutional materials, and works effectively for understated branding that leans traditional rather than trendy.
The tone is classic and literary, evoking traditional book typography and editorial refinement. It reads as formal without being stiff, combining authority with a mild warmth that suits narrative and informational text alike.
Likely designed as a dependable, general-purpose text serif that prioritizes comfortable readability and a familiar typographic voice. The controlled contrast and traditional detailing suggest an aim to perform consistently across headings and body copy while retaining a classic, cultivated character.
The uppercase set feels stately and well-spaced, while the lowercase carries the personality through softly modeled bowls and subtly tapered strokes. Curved letters (like C, G, S, and e) maintain smooth continuity, contributing to a comfortable reading texture in paragraph settings.