How many books has Arnold Houbraken written?

Arnold Houbraken published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Arnold Houbraken's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters.

The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters (1721) is Arnold Houbraken's most widely read book.

Painter from the Northern Netherlands

Arnold Houbraken published 1 novel, beginning with The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters (1721).

Updated September 2026

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The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters
Arnold Houbraken's most-read book.

Arnold Houbraken was a Dutch painter and writer from Dordrecht, now remembered mainly as a biographer of Dutch Golden Age painters.

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How many books has Arnold Houbraken written?: Arnold Houbraken published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Arnold Houbraken's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters.
What is Arnold Houbraken's last book?: The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters (1721).
What is Arnold Houbraken's most famous book?: The Great Theatre of Dutch Painters (1721) is Arnold Houbraken's most widely read book.