Serif Normal Polaw 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, formal, authoritative, dramatic, classic, display impact, editorial authority, classic tone, strong hierarchy, bracketed, transitional, sharp, crisp, sculpted.
A bold, high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and strongly tapered joins that create a sculpted, print-like texture. The stroke modulation is pronounced, with thin hairlines and heavier main stems, producing sharp internal counters and clear figure–ground at display sizes. Proportions feel generously set with broad capitals and sturdy lowercase forms, while terminals and serifs keep a clean, refined edge rather than a soft, calligraphic finish.
Best suited to headlines, deck lines, pull quotes, and other display roles where its contrast and crisp serifs can be appreciated. It can support editorial and publishing contexts—such as magazines and book covers—where a classic serif voice is desired and typographic hierarchy benefits from strong presence.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a dramatic, editorial presence that suggests seriousness and polish. Its strong contrast and assertive color give it a premium, attention-holding voice suited to established institutions and headline-driven layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading of “classic” and “serious,” but with heightened contrast and weight for modern display impact. It prioritizes strong hierarchy and a refined, print-oriented look that remains legible and stable in larger sizes.
The sample text shows a dense, emphatic typographic color: the bold weight and high contrast create striking word shapes and a pronounced rhythm across lines. Numerals and capitals read as particularly commanding, emphasizing hierarchy and impact in mixed-case settings.