Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear
1889 Courtauld Gallery
About this artwork
This painting is one of two self-portraits created by Van Gogh shortly after he mutilated his ear. It shows him wearing a bandaged ear, a blue cap, and a green coat, with a Japanese print visible in the background.
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This iconic self-portrait captures Van Gogh shortly after a severe psychological crisis in which he famously mutilated his own ear. The Japanese woodblock print visible in the background reflects his deep admiration for Japanese art, which profoundly influenced his work, particularly its vibrant colors and flat compositions. The painting serves as a raw and intense record of the artist's suffering and resilience.
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Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear
Vincent van Gogh, 1889
