Serif Normal Enbav 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mountella' by Kereatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, quotations, subheads, elegant, literary, refined, classical, formal, text italic, editorial voice, classic refinement, calligraphic motion, elegant emphasis, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, diagonal stress, tapered stems, open counters.
This serif italic shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with sharp, clean endings and bracketed serifs that taper into the strokes. The letterforms lean with a smooth, calligraphic rhythm and diagonal stress, giving curves a lively, drawn quality rather than a rigid mechanical feel. Capitals are relatively narrow and structured, with crisp entry/exit strokes, while the lowercase maintains open counters and clear joins that keep text readable despite the contrast. Numerals follow the same italic logic, with flowing shapes and thin hairlines that emphasize vertical rhythm.
This face performs well in editorial settings such as magazines, books, and long-form reading where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or introductions. It also suits refined subheads, pull quotes, and short passages that benefit from a classic, elegant tone while retaining legibility.
The overall tone is polished and literary, evoking editorial sophistication and traditional formality. Its energetic slant and high-contrast modeling add a sense of elegance and momentum, making it feel expressive without becoming decorative. The result reads as classic and cultured, suited to contexts that benefit from a refined voice.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a distinctly calligraphic slant and high-contrast modeling, balancing tradition with a lively handwritten cadence. Its consistent rhythm suggests it was drawn to integrate smoothly into reading environments while providing a clear, elegant emphasis style.
In continuous text the spacing appears even and the italic movement is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive texture. Hairlines and terminals are delicate, so it visually rewards adequate size and comfortable line spacing where the contrast can remain crisp.