Serif Normal Walur 16 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, elegant reading, traditional tone, editorial clarity, classic prestige, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, oldstyle figures, tapered.
A high-contrast serif with slender hairlines, stronger verticals, and finely bracketed serifs that taper to sharp, wedge-like terminals. The overall rhythm is elegant and slightly calligraphic, with smooth curves, crisp joins, and a gentle modulation that reads cleanly at text sizes while remaining distinctly delicate. Capitals are stately and open, and the lowercase shows traditional proportions with a moderate x-height and clear differentiation between stems, bowls, and diagonals. Numerals appear proportional with noticeable stroke contrast and a mix of lining and oldstyle cues in their silhouettes.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely for refined headlines, pull quotes, and cultural or academic materials, and can lend a formal, traditional character to invitations and printed ephemera.
The tone is classic and cultivated, evoking book typography and traditional publishing. Its crisp contrast and fine detailing give it a refined, formal voice suited to sophisticated, content-forward design rather than loud display.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, print-oriented serif voice with elevated contrast and carefully finished serifs—aiming for readability with an unmistakably elegant, literary presence.
Pointed terminals and tight, controlled curves give the face a precise finish, while the italic-like energy in certain joins and the delicate serifs add a graceful, slightly historic flavor. The sample text shows an even color and comfortable word shapes, with enough sharpness in details to feel premium in headings as well.