Serif Normal Ohbav 4 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Marselis Serif' by FontFont and 'Prumo Banner' and 'Prumo Slab' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, academic, branding, traditional, authoritative, scholarly, formal, readability, authority, print clarity, editorial tone, classic styling, bracketed, robust, ink-trap-like, compact, highly legible.
This serif face has sturdy, well-bracketed serifs and a compact, punchy color on the page. Strokes are fairly even but show gentle modulation, with rounded joins and slightly softened terminals that keep the texture smooth at text sizes. The letters are proportioned with a relatively large lowercase presence and roomy counters, while spacing and rhythm feel steady and conventional. Numerals are weighty and clear, and the overall drawing favors crisp silhouettes with subtly rounded corners that reduce brittleness.
It suits editorial layouts, book typography, and academic or institutional materials where a confident serif voice is needed. The heavier, compact texture also works well for headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or branding that wants a classic, established feel while remaining highly readable.
The font conveys a traditional, dependable tone with an editorial seriousness. Its strong presence and familiar serif construction suggest authority and clarity rather than decoration, lending a composed, established voice to headings and text alike.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a stronger-than-average presence, balancing classic book-type proportions with sturdy detailing for clear reproduction. Its restrained modulation and bracketed serifs aim for familiarity, readability, and an authoritative tone across both display and text settings.
Several forms show a practical, print-minded sturdiness—tight interior details and reinforced joins that help maintain clarity in dense settings. The lowercase shapes read particularly well in continuous text, and the capitals carry a formal, bookish gravitas without becoming overly ornate.