04-20-2007, 11:46 PM
Quote:Theodosius the Great:155jlzlk Wrote:That would make it the dirtiest blond I've ever seen
It might pass as chestnut I suppose....
~Theo
When ancient authors refer to blond, they mean dirty blond- our concept of blond (that is, the Nordic sort of blond) was not found among the Mediterranean races.
I suspect you're right, Ruben.
But that doesn't explain why his flesh isn't painted - I doubt his complexion was that pasty. It's too Nordic-looking :wink: :lol:
~Theo
Jaime