Hendrik Enno van Gelder

Hendrik Enno van Gelder also known as H.E. van Gelder (February 16, 1876 - June 24, 1960) was a Dutch archivist and museum director. He was also an art historian and he authored several books about art.

Early life
He was born in the Hague, Amsterdam on February 16, 1876. He was the grandson of writer Nicolaas Beets. He attended the Gymnasium at Amsterdam. From 1895 to 1899, he attended the University of Amsterdam studying Law and Political Science and he earned his doctorate in 1899.

Career
In 1912, he began work as an archivist at The Hague, and he was also the curator of the municipal museum. He retired in 1941.

In 1945 he was appointed Commander in the Order of Orange-Nassau. In 1956 he received the Golden Medal of Honor and the honorary citizenship of the municipality of The Hague.

Books
In 1916 he authored a book titled Catalogus van de verzameling Haagsch porcelein. In 1952 he wrote a book titled Guide to Dutch Art. In 1953 he authored a book titled Rembrandt.

Personal life
On May 22, 1902, he married Johanna Helena, née Scalongne, and together they had four sons. One of his sons was Jan Gerrit van Gelder who also became an art historian. H.E. van Gelder died June 24, 1960.