Serif Normal Bokew 13 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary, packaging, branding, traditional, bookish, friendly, sturdy, warm, readability, warmth, heritage, solidity, approachability, bracketed, ball terminals, soft serifs, robust, oldstyle numerals.
A sturdy serif with generous, softly bracketed serifs and rounded terminals that give the shapes a slightly cushioned feel. Strokes are robust with modest modulation, and curves swell smoothly into serifs rather than ending sharply. The lowercase shows a compact rhythm with rounded shoulders and a distinctly bulbous ear on the “g,” while the uppercase is broad and stable with confident, slightly flared finishing strokes. Numerals appear oldstyle (text figures), with varied heights and prominent curves that match the letterforms’ rounded, weighty texture.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a strong, traditional serif texture is desirable. It can also work effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or brand work that benefits from a warm, established feel.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a warm, approachable presence rather than a sharp or high-formal one. Its heavy, rounded detailing suggests dependability and a comfortable, slightly nostalgic editorial voice.
The letterforms appear intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with added softness and weight for a confident, comfortable texture. Design choices favor stability and warmth over crisp refinement, aiming for an inviting, classic editorial character.
The design emphasizes smooth joins and rounded counters, which produces an even, dark page color in text. Terminals and serifs tend toward softened, ball-like finishing on several letters, reinforcing a friendly, slightly informal classicism.