Serif Normal Konob 4 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corporate A' and 'Corporate A WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, headlines, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, refined, readability, tradition, editorial tone, typographic refinement, print feel, bracketed, wedge serifs, oldstyle, calligraphic, crisp.
This serif presents a traditional text face with strong thick–thin modulation and a slightly calligraphic, oldstyle skeleton. Serifs are bracketed with a subtle wedge quality, and terminals often finish with tapered, angled cuts rather than blunt endings. Curves show moderated stress and a steady rhythm, while the overall color stays dark and crisp thanks to firm verticals and clean joins. Capitals are stately and relatively compact, with small counters in letters like B, P, and R; lowercase forms are readable with a modest x-height, a two-storey a, and a narrow, compact e.
It suits long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classical serif voice is desired, and it also performs well for pull quotes, section heads, and formal headlines where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. The compact proportions make it practical for dense copy settings while retaining a refined typographic color.
The tone is classic and bookish, with a formal, authoritative presence that recalls printed editorial typography. Its high-contrast strokes and tapered detailing add refinement and a slightly dramatic, traditional flavor, making it feel established and trustworthy rather than casual or contemporary.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-forward serif that prioritizes a traditional reading experience with elegant contrast and crisp serif finishing. Its controlled proportions and classic letterforms suggest an aim toward dependable editorial typography rather than expressive display novelty.
In the text sample, the face maintains a tight, disciplined texture with clear word shapes and pronounced contrast that becomes more prominent at larger sizes. Numerals appear text-oriented, matching the serifed, contrasty construction and aligning stylistically with the capitals.