Serif Normal Ihbaw 6 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'URW Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, magazines, editorial, headlines, branding, classic, literary, refined, formal, text setting, elegance, authority, readability, tradition, bracketed, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, bookish.
A crisp serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and finely tapered, bracketed serifs. The letterforms are open and well-proportioned, with a relatively narrow color and a steady baseline rhythm that stays readable in paragraph settings. Terminals tend toward sharp, slightly calligraphic finishes, and the capitals are stately with controlled, traditional proportions. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and a consistent, reserved presence.
Well-suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classical serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely for headlines, pull quotes, and identity work that benefits from a refined, authoritative typographic tone.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking printed literature and institutional credibility. Its sharp contrast and poised detailing give it a refined, slightly formal voice that feels at home in serious, text-forward design.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, dependable text serif that prioritizes clarity and tradition, using high-contrast strokes and crisp serifs to deliver an elegant, print-classic reading experience.
Curves are smoothly drawn and the joins stay clean, giving the face a polished, print-oriented look. The lowercase shows a gentle humanist influence in its proportions, while maintaining a disciplined, conventional serif structure throughout.