We are always looking to leadership models for guidance; people in the past or present who have apparently succeeded as leaders. But, when trying to learn from them, we must be mindful of that much (over)used adage: “what you see ain’t necessarily what you get.” In the review by Charles McGrath of the NY Times about the Grant & Lee museum exhibition there is a good illustration of how we can be deceived by appearances. Although a cultural review, it is worthwhile reading.