Serif Normal Ekguh 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, invitations, quotations, classic, literary, refined, formal, elegant, text emphasis, editorial tone, traditional refinement, print elegance, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, oldstyle, lively.
A high-contrast serif italic with a crisp, calligraphic stress and sharply tapering hairlines. Serifs are small and bracketed, with pointed terminals and a distinctly angled overall axis. The capitals feel slightly narrow and upright for an italic, while the lowercase shows lively modulation, compact bowls, and long, flowing extenders; the italic entry/exit strokes are evident without becoming overly swashy. Numerals follow the same contrasting, refined construction, with delicate curves and clear differentiation across figures.
Well-suited to editorial typography where italics carry meaning—quotes, emphasis, captions, and pull quotes—especially in print-forward layouts. It can also serve for elegant short-form messaging such as invitations, announcements, and branding lines where a refined italic voice is desired.
The font reads as traditional and cultivated, evoking bookish refinement and editorial polish. Its pronounced contrast and energetic italic rhythm add a sense of sophistication and emphasis, making it feel formal without being cold.
Likely designed as a conventional text serif italic focused on clarity and tradition, with enough contrast and calligraphic motion to provide expressive emphasis in running typography. The restrained serif shapes and controlled slant suggest an intention to balance elegance with readability.
The italic slant is consistent across cases, and the design maintains a steady baseline rhythm despite the sharp hairlines and tapered joins. Stroke endings often resolve into pointed, slightly hooked terminals, reinforcing a classic, engraved flavor.