Calligraphic Ifmu 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, invitations, branding, formal, classic, literary, refined, ceremonial, calligraphic elegance, classic text, heritage tone, refined display, bracketed serifs, oldstyle, calligraphic, modulated strokes, soft terminals.
A calligraphic serif with strongly modulated strokes and smooth, bracketed serifs. The forms show gently curved stems, tapered entries, and subtly flared terminals that create an ink-on-paper rhythm rather than a rigid, mechanical construction. Capitals are stately and slightly wide, with generous bowls and open counters, while the lowercase has a steady, readable structure and a moderate x-height. Numerals follow the same oldstyle influence, with varied widths and curved strokes that keep the texture lively in text.
Well suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and other long-form compositions where a traditional, high-contrast texture is desired. It also works effectively for display settings—covers, headlines, and refined branding—where its calligraphic modulation can signal heritage and formality.
The overall tone feels formal and bookish, evoking traditional print and careful hand lettering. Its flowing modulation and softened serifs add a cultured, slightly ceremonial character that reads as confident and composed rather than loud or playful.
The design appears intended to translate formal hand-lettered or broad-nib calligraphic principles into a consistent serif text and display face. Its goal is to deliver a classic, polished impression with lively stroke modulation and traditional proportions that remain readable across paragraphs.
In running text, the varied letter widths and pronounced stroke contrast create a dynamic color on the page, with noticeable peaks and tapers along verticals and diagonals. Curved forms like C, G, O, and Q emphasize roundness and sweep, while letters such as R, K, and W show crisp transitions that reinforce the calligraphic flavor.