Serif Normal Ipbiv 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, academic, legal, reports, classic, formal, literary, institutional, timeless, readability, tradition, editorial tone, professional clarity, bracketed, bookish, crisp, moderate contrast, calligraphic stress.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and an upright, steady stance. Curves show a subtle calligraphic stress, and joins are smoothly transitioned rather than abrupt, giving the forms a polished, traditional rhythm. Counters are generously open, and proportions feel balanced, with neither overly condensed nor overly wide letterforms; the caps read sturdy and well-anchored. Numerals appear lining and serifed, with clear differentiation and a restrained, text-oriented presence.
Well-suited to body text in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It also fits academic and professional documents—reports, policies, and legal-style materials—where clarity and a conventional tone matter. At display sizes it can serve headings that aim for classic seriousness rather than novelty.
The overall tone is classic and authoritative, with a quiet formality that suggests established publishing and institutional communication. It feels familiar and trustworthy rather than attention-seeking, lending text a literary, editorial character.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and an established, traditional appearance. Its moderate contrast and bracketed detailing suggest a focus on comfortable reading and typographic familiarity for extended content.
In the sample text, the face holds together cleanly at larger sizes with consistent spacing and a calm color on the page. Serifs remain distinct without turning spiky, and terminals stay restrained, supporting long-form readability while still offering a traditional, crafted look.