Serif Normal Emmih 13 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, quotations, classic, literary, formal, refined, traditional, readability, classic tone, editorial voice, typographic emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, transitional, oldstyle, bookish.
A slanted serif with gently bracketed serifs and a calligraphic, pen-driven construction. Strokes show a moderate thick–thin rhythm with soft joins and tapered terminals rather than abrupt cuts, giving the outlines a fluid, handwritten feel while remaining clearly text-oriented. Proportions are balanced with a moderate x-height, open counters, and a slightly compact, steady rhythm; numerals share the same italic, gently curving structure and traditional serifed detailing.
Well-suited to long-form reading contexts such as book typography, editorial articles, and magazine features where an expressive italic voice is needed. It also works effectively for pull quotes, introductions, and refined headings that benefit from a traditional, cultured tone.
The overall tone feels classic and literary, with an understated elegance suited to traditional typography. Its italic movement adds warmth and a conversational cadence without becoming decorative or script-like.
Likely designed as a conventional text serif italic that adds a humanist, calligraphic slant for emphasis and narrative voice while preserving clear, consistent readability. The intent appears to balance elegance with practicality for continuous setting.
Capitals present a composed, book-serif silhouette with subtle swash-like curvature in a few forms, while lowercase emphasizes flowing entry/exit strokes and rounded shoulders. The texture in paragraph setting reads smooth and continuous, with enough contrast to feel refined while maintaining even color at text sizes.