Serif Normal Fumod 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial text, magazines, quotations, pull quotes, classic, editorial, literary, formal, refined, text emphasis, classic reading, editorial tone, formal voice, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, diagonal stress, sharp terminals, flowing rhythm.
An italic serif with clear calligraphic construction and gently bracketed serifs. Strokes show a noticeable diagonal stress and moderate contrast, with tapered joins and sharp, slightly hooked terminals that add movement. Proportions feel traditionally bookish: capitals are sturdy and well-balanced, while the lowercase is more fluid, with rounded bowls and energetic entry/exit strokes. Numerals and punctuation follow the same slanted, pen-driven rhythm, keeping an even, readable texture in text.
Well-suited for long-form reading applications where italic is needed for emphasis, such as book typography, editorial layouts, and magazine text. It also works effectively for quotations, introductions, and pull quotes where a refined, traditional voice is desired without sacrificing readability.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, with an editorial polish. Its slant and pointed details lend a sense of forward motion and emphasis, suggesting elegance rather than flamboyance. The texture reads as established and literary, suitable for conveying authority and craft.
The design appears intended as a conventional italic companion for text typography, balancing calligraphic character with steady, repeatable forms. It aims to provide emphasis and hierarchy in running text while maintaining a controlled, classic serif texture.
In the sample text, the italic rhythm creates a cohesive, continuous flow, while the moderate contrast keeps counters open and maintains legibility at text sizes. The capitals carry a dignified presence, and the lowercase forms create a lively word shape with crisp finishing strokes.