Serif Normal Funon 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, headlines, classic, literary, formal, elegant, refined, text emphasis, editorial voice, classic elegance, formal display, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, dynamic, tapered.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced rightward slant and a distinctly calligraphic stress. Strokes transition from very thin hairlines to robust main stems, with sharp, tapered terminals and small, bracketed serifs that feel cut and precise rather than blunt. Proportions are moderately narrow with lively, slightly variable rhythm across letters; curves are open and clean, and joins are crisp, giving the design a polished, print-like clarity. Numerals and capitals carry the same energetic modulation, with italic shaping that favors motion and continuity.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, essays, and other long-form reading where an italic voice is needed for emphasis. It also performs effectively in refined display contexts—pull quotes, section openers, titles, and formal invitations—where its contrast and slant can provide a sense of occasion.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, suggesting editorial sophistication and a traditional literary voice. Its strong contrast and lively italic movement add drama and elegance, reading as formal and confident without feeling ornamental or playful.
The design appears intended to provide a traditional, high-contrast italic companion for classic serif typography—prioritizing elegance, strong typographic hierarchy, and a smooth, energetic text flow. Its crisp modulation and tapered details suggest an aim for a refined, print-oriented presence that remains readable while adding stylistic emphasis.
The italic construction is assertive, with noticeable entry/exit strokes and tapered ends that help connect words into a smooth texture at text sizes while still showing sharp detailing in larger settings. The high contrast produces a bright page color with clear internal counters, especially in the round letters and the more open lowercase forms.