Which of the following interpretations for the presence of Jan van Eyck's signature in The "Arnolfini Portrait" (14.14) is suggested in your text?
a. The presence of the signature suggests that this was not a commissioned work.
b. The presence of the signature suggests that the marriage was arranged.
c. The presence of the signature suggests that this is a forgery.
d. The presence of the signature suggests that van Eyck was a witness.
Answer: d.
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