Serif Normal Ifrad 5 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artigo' by Nova Type Foundry and 'Epica Pro' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, bookish, formal, literary, readability, tradition, versatility, authority, bracketed, oldstyle numerals, calligraphic, crisp, balanced.
A traditional serif with bracketed, moderately sized serifs and smoothly tapered transitions into the stems. Stroke modulation is present but restrained, giving the letters a steady, text-oriented color rather than a high-fashion sparkle. Proportions feel slightly narrow to moderate with clear counters and a measured rhythm; curves are round and open, while terminals and joins stay crisp and controlled. The lowercase shows familiar text-face construction with compact ascenders/descenders and an overall even spacing that supports continuous reading, and the figures appear to be oldstyle with varying heights and extenders.
Well suited for book interiors, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif rhythm is desired. It can also support reports, academic documents, and other content-forward typography that benefits from a conventional, trustworthy reading experience.
The overall tone is classical and literary, with the calm authority of conventional book typography. It reads as formal without feeling ornate, suggesting reliability and a quietly refined voice suited to long-form content.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and conventional formality. Its moderate detailing and controlled contrast aim to deliver a dependable, time-tested typographic voice across continuous text and headings.
Uppercase forms carry a dignified, engraved-like presence, while the lowercase keeps a practical, workmanlike clarity. The sample text shows stable paragraph texture and consistent weight distribution, maintaining legibility at larger text sizes while still feeling appropriate for body copy.