Artists have always fascinated the world with their talent, but also with the stories and myths that surround them. Some of these tales are based on real facts, while others have become legends passed down over time. In this article, we will explore five of the most fascinating curiosities and myths about the most famous artists in history.
1. Did Van Gogh really cut off his ear?
One of the most famous myths in art concerns Vincent van Gogh and his severed ear. It is said that the artist cut off his own ear in a fit of madness and then gave it to a woman. In reality, some studies suggest that it was his friend and colleague Paul Gauguin who injured him during an argument, but that Van Gogh, in order to protect him, preferred to take the blame.
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2. Did Leonardo da Vinci really write backwards?
Yes, it's true! Leonardo da Vinci used to write with a mirror technique, that is, from right to left, so that the text could only be read with the help of a mirror. It was not a secret code, as is often believed, but a habit that came naturally to him, being left-handed.
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3. Was Caravaggio a murderer?
Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio, had a fiery character and a turbulent life. In 1606, he killed a man during a brawl in Rome and had to flee the city to avoid sentencing. Although he managed to find protection in several Italian cities, his life was marked by constant escapes and problems with the law.
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4. Did Monet paint almost blind?
Claude Monet, the master of Impressionism, suffered from cataracts in the last years of his life. This affected his paintings, making them blurrier and warmer in tone than his earlier works. After surgery, Monet partially recovered his sight and is said to have even repainted some of his works to correct the colors he saw distortedly.
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5. Did Salvador Dalí sleep with a spoon in his hand?
The famous surrealist Salvador Dalí had an unusual method of getting inspiration. It is said that he slept with a spoon in his hand on a plate. As soon as he fell into a deep sleep, the spoon would fall and the noise would wake him. In this way, he was able to capture the images of his mind as he entered the dream phase.
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