Serif Normal Enkob 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, literary, refined, classic, formal, text emphasis, classic voice, elegant tone, editorial clarity, calligraphic feel, calligraphic, bracketed, crisp, flowing, oldstyle.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharp, tapered entry strokes and delicately bracketed serifs. The forms show a pronounced rightward slant and a lively, calligraphic rhythm, with thin hairlines and fuller diagonals creating a crisp light–dark pattern. Uppercase proportions feel dignified and slightly narrow, while lowercase is fluid and compact with clear italic construction; counters remain open and the overall texture stays even in continuous text. Numerals and capitals share the same refined modulation, giving the set a cohesive, polished color on the page.
Well-suited for long-form italics in books and essays, as well as editorial applications like magazine features, pull quotes, and captions where a refined italic voice is needed. It can also serve in formal invitations, cultural branding, and premium packaging where a classic, elegant tone is desired.
The tone is elegant and literary, with a traditional, bookish refinement that suggests formality without feeling stiff. Its pronounced italic energy adds a sense of motion and emphasis, suitable for expressive but controlled typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional text companion italic with pronounced calligraphic modeling, balancing readability with a sophisticated, expressive slant. It aims to provide a classic, polished texture for emphasizing passages and adding a refined editorial accent.
In the sample text, the italic angle and contrast produce strong word shapes and clear emphasis, especially in capitals and long diagonals. The ampersand is decorative and calligraphy-leaning, reinforcing an editorial, classical voice.