Serif Normal Lebuw 12 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Amariya' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, magazines, posters, classic, formal, authoritative, literary, legibility, authority, editorial tone, classic text, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, sturdy, crisp.
A sturdy text serif with bracketed serifs and a generous, open build. Strokes show moderate contrast with firm verticals and slightly tapered joins, giving the forms a crisp, printed rhythm. Counters are roomy and apertures stay open, aiding legibility in continuous reading. The lowercase has compact, well-contained shapes with a two-storey a and g, a moderate x-height, and clear, vertical stress. Figures appear robust and traditional, with strong weight distribution that holds up at display sizes as well as text.
Well suited to editorial design where a strong serif voice is needed, including magazine headlines, pull quotes, and section titles. Its solid color and open counters also make it appropriate for longer passages in books or reports when set with comfortable leading. The weight and presence lend themselves to posters and promotional typography that benefits from a traditional, authoritative feel.
The overall tone feels traditional and editorial, with a confident, institutional presence. It evokes book typography and newspaper settings—serious, dependable, and slightly formal—without becoming ornate or delicate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly legible serif with enough weight for emphasis, aiming to balance classic bookish proportions with a firm, contemporary robustness. It prioritizes clear word shapes and consistent texture for reading while retaining enough character to work confidently in display roles.
Uppercase forms read stable and classical, with clearly differentiated shapes and restrained detailing. The serifs are not exaggerated, but are pronounced enough to create a strong baseline and consistent texture across lines, especially in bold headline-style setting.