Serif Normal Idbab 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, academic, print, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, refined, readability, book typography, editorial tone, traditional feel, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, calligraphic, open counters, generous spacing.
A conventional text serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly modulated strokes. The letterforms show a measured, bookish rhythm with rounded joins, open apertures, and steady proportions that keep words readable at text sizes. Capitals are stately and slightly wide, while the lowercase maintains a balanced color with clear differentiation between similar shapes; the numerals include oldstyle figures with ascenders and descenders that blend naturally into running text. Overall spacing feels comfortable rather than tight, supporting smooth lines and consistent texture.
Well suited for book typography, editorial layouts, and other long-form reading where an even texture and familiar serif structure help maintain comfort and clarity. It can also work effectively for academic material, reports, and formal invitations or programs where a traditional typographic voice is desirable.
The font conveys a traditional, literary tone—calm, trustworthy, and quietly authoritative. Its restrained contrast and classic serif detailing suggest editorial seriousness and a sense of heritage without looking overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: prioritizing readability, steady typographic color, and a classic page presence. Its oldstyle numerals and measured serif treatment point toward comfortable continuous reading and editorial polish rather than display-driven character.
Details like the angled terminals and gently bracketed serifs give the design a mild calligraphic undertone. The sample text shows stable word shapes and even paragraph color, with punctuation and capitals staying crisp without becoming sharp or brittle.