Serif Normal Vale 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Dupincel' by Plau (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book typography, editorial, magazines, headlines, pull quotes, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial tone, bracketed serifs, calligraphic stress, crisp joins, oldstyle figures, open counters.
This is a high-contrast serif with a pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed, wedge-like serifs. Stems are crisp and upright, while curves show a subtle calligraphic stress, giving the letterforms a lively yet controlled rhythm. Proportions lean traditional with a relatively short x-height and prominent ascenders/descenders, and the set mixes slightly varied character widths (notably in round letters and capitals), producing an organic, bookish color. Terminals are generally sharp and tapered rather than blunt, and the overall drawing feels clean and precise at display and text sizes.
It suits long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired, and it also performs well for magazine headlines, pull quotes, and section titling that benefit from high contrast and refined detail. The classic proportions and oldstyle numerals make it especially fitting for literary, cultural, and academic contexts.
The font conveys a classic, cultivated tone associated with literary and editorial typography. Its contrast and elegant serifs add refinement and formality without becoming overly ornate, making it feel authoritative and traditional.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif for refined text and editorial settings, balancing sharp, tapered detailing with familiar proportions for readability and typographic tradition.
The numerals appear oldstyle (with varying heights and a descending 9), aligning with the traditional texture suggested by the lowercase. Capitals have generous, open forms with crisp apexes and balanced spacing, and the lowercase maintains clarity through open apertures and sturdy bowls despite the pronounced contrast.