Concerning Dwarves - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Kalimac · 03-06-2002, 10:54 PM

If the dwarf-women were indistinguishable from dwarf-men to outsiders then they probably *did* have beards, especially since you never hear of a dwarf without one (Bilbo in "The Hobbit" feeling comforted that at least no one could mistake him for a dwarf, as he had no beard). There are more disconcerting things in mythology, but it's still hard to really picture a dwarf-woman with a full beard. Cultural background, no doubt.

03-06-2002, 10:54 PM	#8
Kalimac Candle of the Marshes Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Flyover Country Posts: 780	If the dwarf-women were indistinguishable from dwarf-men to outsiders then they probably did have beards, especially since you never hear of a dwarf without one (Bilbo in "The Hobbit" feeling comforted that at least no one could mistake him for a dwarf, as he had no beard). There are more disconcerting things in mythology, but it's still hard to really picture a dwarf-woman with a full beard. Cultural background, no doubt. __________________ Father, dear Father, if you see fit, We'll send my love to college for one year yet Tie blue ribbons all about his head, To let the ladies know that he's married.