An unknown self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh has been discovered behind another of the artist's paintings, the National Galleries of Scotland.
LONDON -- A previously unknown self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh has been discovered behind another of the artist's paintings, the National Galleries of Scotland said Thursday.
The work is believed to have been hidden for over a century, covered by layers of glue and cardboard when it was framed in the early 20th century.The portrait shows a bearded sitter in a brimmed hat. Experts said the subject was instantly recognizable as the artist himself, and is thought to be from his early work. The left ear is clearly visible, and Van Gogh famously cut his off in 1888.
"Moments like this are incredibly rare," she said."We have discovered an unknown work by Vincent Van Gogh, one of the most important and popular artists in the world."
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