Serif Normal Ihkir 13 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, invites, literary, classical, formal, refined, readability, elegance, tradition, authority, print tone, bracketed, crisp, delicate, calligraphic, balanced.
This serif face shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with smooth, bracketed serifs and tapered stroke endings. Capitals are stately and relatively narrow with crisp terminals and generous counters, while the lowercase maintains a steady text rhythm with open apertures and moderate ascenders/descenders. Numerals are oldstyle-leaning in feel with varied widths and strong vertical stress, matching the overall high-contrast texture. Spacing appears even and conservative, producing a clean, continuous line in paragraph settings.
Well-suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely for formal communications—programs, invitations, and institutional materials—where a refined, classic typographic voice is appropriate.
The overall tone is elegant and traditional, with a bookish, editorial character. Its sharp contrast and carefully finished serifs suggest refinement and authority rather than casualness, lending a classic, cultured voice to headlines and running text.
The design appears aimed at delivering a conventional, high-contrast serif optimized for clear text rhythm and a dignified presence, balancing sharp detail with controlled spacing for dependable readability in professional typography.
Distinctive details include a two-storey “g” with a compact lower bowl, a lively “Q” with a clear tail, and a “W” built from sharp internal joins that reads crisp at display sizes. The punctuation and capitals feel composed and measured, reinforcing a polished, print-oriented impression.