Serif Normal Synag 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, quotations, headlines, classic, literary, elegant, formal, text emphasis, editorial tone, classical refinement, typographic hierarchy, bracketed serifs, oldstyle italic, calligraphic, diagonal stress, tapered terminals.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a consistent rightward slant. Serifs are bracketed and finely tapered, with calligraphic entry/exit strokes that produce sharp, lively terminals. Capitals are relatively narrow and upright in structure but clearly italicized, while the lowercase shows flowing, oldstyle italic forms with compact bowls and a rhythmic, diagonal stress. Numerals follow the same italic logic with strong contrast and crisp finishing, giving the set a cohesive, text-forward color on the page.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where a classic italic is needed for emphasis, quotations, and citations. It can also work in refined headlines and subheads when a traditional, high-contrast italic voice is desired, especially at medium to larger sizes.
The overall tone feels traditional and cultivated, with an editorial polish that reads as literary and formal. Its sharp tapering and energetic italics add a touch of drama and refinement without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif italic that prioritizes classical proportions, clear calligraphic logic, and a crisp, formal impression. It aims to provide a dependable italic companion for reading environments while retaining enough sharpness to stand out in display settings.
In continuous text the spacing and stroke rhythm create a textured, slightly animated line typical of classic book italics. The italic construction is evident across both cases and figures, producing a unified slanted voice suitable for emphasis and secondary typographic roles.