Arnold Houbraken: The Chronicler of Dutch Masters Arnold Houbraken (1660 – 1719) stands as a singular figure in the annals of Dutch art history, recognized primarily for his monumental biographical work, *Het Groot Theater der Nederlandsche Schilders*—a comprehensive chronicle that cemented his place as arguably the most influential artist biographer of his era. Born in Dordrecht, Netherlands, Houbraken’s early life was marked by prac…