Carel Jacobus Behr: A Hague Master of Urban Detail Carel Jacobus Behr, born in The Hague on July 9th, 1812, and passing away November 11th, 1895, remains a significant figure in Dutch art history. More than just a painter, he was a meticulous observer and recorder of his city – The Hague – capturing its essence through the skillful application of watercolor and brushstroke. His legacy lies primarily in his evocative cityscapes, genre scenes depicting everyday life, and thoughtful portraits, all imbued with a quiet realism that speaks to the spirit of 19th-century Holland. Behr’s artistic jou…