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On this day in history, Dec. 23, 1888, Dutch impressionist Vincent van Gogh cuts off his ear | Fox News
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Vincent van Gogh's mystery muse who painter gave his severed ear to is revealed for first time - World News - Mirror Online
Timehop - In 1888, Vincent van Gogh cut off the lower part of his ear, suffering from severe depression and poverty. Not until after his death was the Dutch painter universally acclaimed. | Facebook
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