Serif Normal Ofkan 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A classic serif with bracketed, gently flared serifs and subtly calligraphic stroke shaping. Curves are full and round with moderate modulation, while terminals tend toward soft, slightly teardrop-like finishes that keep the texture smooth in continuous text. Proportions feel traditional and balanced, with sturdy capitals, a comfortably sized x-height, and oldstyle figures that blend into running copy. Overall spacing and rhythm read even and steady, producing a familiar book-type color.
Well suited to body text in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even typographic color and familiar serif voice support long reading. It also works effectively for formal documents and institutional materials that benefit from a conventional, dependable tone.
The font conveys a traditional, literary tone—measured and authoritative without feeling brittle or overly ornate. Its soft bracketing and rounded forms suggest a humanist warmth that suits serious, established messaging.
The design appears intended as a versatile, traditional text serif that prioritizes readability and a timeless page texture. Its moderate contrast and softened, bracketed serifs aim to remain comfortable at typical reading sizes while retaining a classic typographic character.
Letterforms show conventional, readable construction with restrained detailing rather than sharp, high-contrast drama. The lowercase includes a double-storey “g” and a gently curved “y,” reinforcing a text-oriented, oldstyle sensibility.