Van Gogh Self-Portrait Found Hidden

A self-portrait of Vincent van Gogh was discovered concealed behind another painting. The hidden portrait was found during routine examinations ahead of an exhibition in 2022. This discovery highlights Van Gogh's habit of reusing canvases due to financial difficulties throughout his life. Conservators are now working to reveal the portrait without damaging the original painting.

Visitors to the exhibition were able to view the hidden portrait's X-ray image. The portrait was concealed for more than a century under layers of glue and cardboard on the back of the canvas.

The discovery was made in Edinburgh during an X-ray scan of a Van Gogh painting. The finding provides new insight into Van Gogh's life and artistic practices.