Serif Normal Irvi 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A crisp serif with clear contrast between thick and thin strokes and finely bracketed serifs. The capitals feel stately and measured, with wide, open counters (notably in C, O, and G) and controlled, slightly tapered terminals. Lowercase forms keep an even rhythm and moderate proportions, pairing a two-storey a with a double-storey g and compact, neatly finished joins. Numerals appear traditional, with oldstyle (text) figures that vary in height and show curved, serifed endings.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also support refined headings, pull quotes, and formal printed materials such as programs or invitations, especially at sizes where its hairlines remain crisp.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, projecting refinement and authority without becoming overly ornamental. Its sharp hairlines and well-shaped serifs add a quiet elegance suited to traditional editorial voices.
The design appears intended as a conventional, literature-forward text serif with classic proportions, clear differentiation between characters, and a polished, high-contrast finish for elegant typography.
The sample text shows steady word-color and clear internal spacing, while the delicate hairlines suggest it will look best where printing or rendering can preserve fine details. Punctuation and curves maintain a consistent, calm cadence, and the ampersand follows the same restrained, literary character.