Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents vii
3. List of Illustrations ix
4. Preface xvii
5. Note to the Reader 1
6. Introduction 3
7. I The Painting: Commission, Execution, Condition 9
8. II The Men Portrayed: Regents and Merchants 21
9. III The Role Enacted: Historic Honor and Active Service 37
10. IV The Setting: Constraint and Enhancement 51
11. V The Form: Tradition and Innovation 65
12. VI The Subject: Reality, Allusion, Symbolism 73
13. Conclusion 111
14. Bibliography 115
15. Index 133
16. Illustrations 143