Serif Normal Ofdeg 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary, academic, print, traditional, bookish, formal, authoritative, readability, tradition, versatility, editorial tone, text setting, bracketed, oldstyle figures, ball terminals, calligraphic, moderate stress.
A classic serif with bracketed wedge-like serifs and softly sculpted joins. Strokes show moderate contrast with a subtle diagonal stress in rounded forms, giving the letters a slightly calligraphic, oldstyle rhythm rather than a rigidly geometric one. Counters are generous and open, with smooth curves and restrained terminals; several lowercase forms (notably g and y) emphasize traditional book-face construction. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varied heights and extenders that integrate naturally with lowercase text.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and reports, as well as editorial layouts where a conventional serif voice is desired. It can also support formal invitations, institutional collateral, and headings when a classic, established tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, projecting reliability and polish. Its measured contrast and familiar proportions feel institutional and editorial, suited to contexts where clarity and credibility matter more than novelty.
The design appears intended as a versatile, conventional text serif that prioritizes comfortable reading and a familiar typographic color. Its traditional forms and oldstyle numerals suggest a focus on continuous prose and editorial typography rather than display novelty.
Capitals are steady and dignified with clean, controlled curves and consistent serif treatment, while lowercase details (ball terminals and ear-like features) add warmth. The ampersand follows a conventional serif model, reinforcing the text-centric, classical character.