Serif Normal Ihgew 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, literary titles, magazines, academic, classic, literary, formal, refined, scholarly, text reading, classic revival, editorial tone, formal communication, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, calligraphic stress, open counters, tapered terminals.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The capitals are stately and relatively wide, with softly flared strokes and pointed, calligraphic terminals (notably in letters like A, V, W, and Y). Lowercase forms show a modest x-height, generous ascenders, and open counters; curves and joins feel smoothly drawn rather than mechanical. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant, tapered strokes and a traditional text-figure feel in their proportions.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where classic serif texture is desired. It also works effectively for literary titles, pull quotes, and formal communications that benefit from a traditional, high-contrast voice.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking book typography and editorial seriousness. Its sharp serifs and calligraphic stress lend a sense of ceremony and authority without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional reading serif that prioritizes classic proportions and a polished, print-oriented texture. Its restrained detailing and consistent contrast suggest an aim toward timeless editorial utility rather than display eccentricity.
Rhythm is even and readable in continuous text, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., I/l and O/0) through serifing and proportions. The design favors grace over sturdiness, so fine details and thin strokes become a defining part of its character at larger sizes.