Marked Differences: The Beard in Renaissance Europe

Discover the historic symbolism of the beard with researcher Patricia Simons. From displays of physical health, erotic appeal, status and vigour, explore how facial hair was used to express power differentials between individuals tied to religion, occupation, and ethnic identity.

Event captured on November 12, 2020.

Program Partner: University of Toronto, Masculinities in the Premodern World: Continuities, Change, and Contradictions Conference.