The bizarre sequence of Van Gogh mutilating his ear after a row with Gauguin, followed by Gauguin's attendance at a gruesome execution in Paris, highlights the intense turbulence of their lives during this period.
Gauguin's actions after the ear incident not only reveal his complicated relationship with Van Gogh but also underscore the stark contrast between their personal struggles and the violent realities of society at large.
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