Secrets of the Dead (2000)

S16E3 Van Gogh's Ear

On the evening of December 23, 1888, Vincent Van Gogh found himself in a tumultuous state. After a heated argument with fellow artist Paul Gauguin, tensions escalated, leading Vincent to a shocking act. In a moment of intense emotional turmoil, he famously severed part of his own ear. This incident would become one of the most infamous moments in art history, reflecting the struggles and mental health issues that plagued the talented painter throughout his life.