Serif Normal Wukum 4 is a light, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book titles, branding, refined, formal, literary, classic, dramatic, elegance, economy, clarity, authority, poise, bracketed serifs, condensed, crisp, delicate.
A narrow, high-contrast serif with delicate hairlines and sharper, more assertive verticals. The serifs are fine and bracketed, giving strokes a tapered, calligraphic finish without becoming ornamental. Proportions are tall and condensed with a steady vertical rhythm; counters are relatively tight, and curves transition cleanly into stems. Overall, the texture reads elegant and precise, with a distinctly classical, bookish structure.
Works well for magazine and newspaper-style headlines, cultural and literary titles, and branded typography that needs a classic, upscale tone. It can also serve for pull quotes, subtitles, and other short-to-medium text settings where a refined, condensed serif is desired. The narrow proportions make it useful when fitting longer headlines into tight columns or layouts.
This typeface conveys a refined, editorial tone with a touch of drama. Its slender presence and crisp contrast feel sophisticated and slightly theatrical, suggesting formality and polish rather than casual everyday use.
The design appears intended to deliver a classical serif voice in a space-efficient, condensed footprint while retaining a polished, high-end feel. The sharp contrast and fine terminals emphasize sophistication and typographic presence, making it well-suited for display-led typography that still wants traditional credibility.
The lowercase shows traditional oldstyle influence in its shaping, while capitals maintain a stately, engraved-like presence. Numerals are similarly slim and high-contrast, aligning visually with the letterforms for cohesive titling and figure use.