Serif Normal Ibney 11 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Polites' by Artisan Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, academic, newsprint, traditional, authoritative, classic, workhorse text, formal tone, strong hierarchy, print publishing, bracketed, beaked, robust, high-ink, compact.
A sturdy text serif with compact proportions and strongly bracketed serifs. Strokes feel firmly weighted with moderate contrast and a slightly calligraphic axis, producing dark, even color in paragraphs. Counters are fairly small and shapes are tightly drawn, with rounded bowls and crisp terminals that hold up at display sizes. The overall rhythm is conventional and disciplined, with clear vertical stress and stable, bookish letterforms.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, journals, and book interiors where a classic serif voice is desired. Its strong weight and compact fit also make it effective for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other display moments that need authority and presence without departing from traditional text-serifs.
The face conveys a traditional, authoritative tone associated with print publishing and formal communication. Its dense texture and confident serifs read as serious and institutional, lending gravity to headlines while still feeling familiar in extended text.
Designed to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with a sturdier, more emphatic color. The intention appears to be a dependable workhorse for publishing—conservative in structure, confident in tone, and optimized for clear hierarchy from text to headlines.
The numerals and capitals share the same robust, slightly compact construction as the lowercase, helping maintain consistent color across mixed-case settings. In the sample text, the weight creates strong emphasis and a pronounced presence, suggesting it will look especially assertive in larger sizes or on lower-contrast paper stocks.