God's first creature, which was light.

You see, painting has now become, or all art has now become completely a game, by which man distracts himself. What is fascinating actually is, that it's going to become much more difficult for the artist, because he must really deepen the game to become any good at all.

Aristotle... a mere bond-servant to his logic, thereby rendering it contentious and well nigh useless.

There are many wise men that have secret hearts and transparent countenances.

A much talking judge is an ill-tuned cymbal.

The noblest works and foundations have proceeded from childless men, which have sought to express the images of their minds where those of their bodies have failed.

Who ever is out of patience is out of possession of their soul.