Heavy metals in Beethoven’s hair may explain his deafness, study finds — Live Science
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A DNA analysis of Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair shows that he likely had lead poisoning……Read More
Beethoven, (1936). German composer and pianist Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), one of the most recognised and influential of western composers. From “Bilder Deutscher Geschichte”, (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]. Artist Unknown. (Photo by The Print Collector via Getty Images)